en.Wedoany.com Reported - Etihad Airways launched a route from Abu Dhabi to Dhaka, Bangladesh on June 26, with the inaugural flight operated by a Boeing 777 and completely sold out, marking a significant expansion of the airline's network in South Asia.

The new route aims to strengthen trade and cargo connections between the UAE and Bangladesh, while meeting sustained passenger and logistics demand along the corridor. Flight EY382 departs Abu Dhabi at 22:00 on June 26, arriving at Dhaka's Hazrat Shahjalal International Airport at 04:50 the following day, operating on Mondays, Wednesdays, Fridays, and Saturdays. The route offers four weekly flights using Boeing 777 aircraft, featuring 28 lie-flat business class seats and 374 economy class seats, along with substantial belly cargo capacity. The return flight EY383 departs Dhaka at 21:35, arriving in Abu Dhabi at 00:45 the following day, operating on Tuesdays, Thursdays, Saturdays, and Sundays, also using Boeing 777 aircraft.

Etihad Airways CEO Antonoaldo Neves stated that the fully booked inaugural flight reflects the strong ties between the two countries. He noted that passenger and cargo demand remains robust, emphasizing the route's importance for the UAE's large Bangladeshi community and for expatriates traveling via Abu Dhabi to the Gulf Cooperation Council, North America, and the United Kingdom.

Beyond passenger travel, this widebody service is expected to support Bangladesh's crucial garment and textile industry by improving access to global markets for goods. Etihad Airways said the additional capacity will provide exporters with more reliable connections to the Middle East, Europe, and North America, positioning Abu Dhabi as a strategic transit hub between South Asia and its broader international network.

Passengers transiting through Abu Dhabi can also take advantage of Etihad's stopover program, exploring the UAE capital during their layover, visiting cultural landmarks such as the Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque, Louvre Abu Dhabi, and Zayed National Museum, as well as beaches and dining venues.

With the addition of the Dhaka route, Etihad Airways continues to expand its South Asian footprint, strengthening the air link connecting regional communities and industries to global markets via Abu Dhabi. Flights are now available for booking at etihad.com.

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