Abu Dhabi, UAE – Etihad Airways has launched a new nonstop route between Abu Dhabi (AUH) and Calgary, Canada. According to the airline, it is the first nonstop service between Calgary and the Gulf region.
Route details
- Route: Abu Dhabi (AUH) – Calgary (YYC)
- Frequency: four flights per week
- Aircraft: Boeing 787 Dreamliner
- Launch: late October 2026
Growing North American network
Calgary becomes Etihad’s second Canadian destination after Toronto. In the United States, the airline flies to Boston, New York JFK, Washington Dulles, Charlotte, Atlanta and Chicago O’Hare.
What it means for travellers
The new route gives residents of Alberta and Western Canada a one-stop connection through Abu Dhabi to destinations across the Middle East, South Asia, Africa and Asia-Pacific. For UAE travellers, it opens direct access to Calgary and the Canadian Rockies, including Banff and Lake Louise, as well as business links with Alberta’s energy sector.
Travellers are advised to check the latest schedules and any travel advisories with Etihad before booking.
Source: AirlineGeeks.
