Etihad Airways to Launch Airbus A321LR on Abu Dhabi–Kolkata Route from September 2025

Abu Dhabi : Etihad Airways is set to enhance its daily Abu Dhabi–Kolkata service with the deployment of the state-of-the-art Airbus A321LR from September 26, 2025, offering a significant upgrade in comfort and in-flight experience across all travel classes on one of India’s busiest air corridors.

The next-generation aircraft will serve all flights between Zayed International Airport (AUH) and Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose International Airport (CCU), delivering a more premium travel experience on the medium-haul route.

A New Era of Comfort in Regional Travel

The Airbus A321LR (Long Range) brings wide-body comfort to a single-aisle aircraft, tailored for regional routes experiencing rising demand for premium services.

Key Features of the A321LR:

• First Class Suites: Private 1-1 layout with fully flat, forward-facing beds, providing unmatched luxury and privacy
• Business Class: 14 lie-flat seats designed for optimal comfort on medium-length flights
• Economy Class: Enhanced seating with 4K touchscreen entertainment, USB-C charging ports, and high-speed Wi-Fi

Strengthening Etihad’s Commitment to India

The A321LR upgrade forms part of Etihad’s strategic expansion in the Indian market, catering to strong demand from both leisure and business travellers.

“India is a key market for Etihad, and we are delighted to elevate our Kolkata service with our latest A321LR aircraft,” said Arik De, Chief Revenue and Commercial Officer at Etihad Airways. “This investment reaffirms our commitment to delivering world-class service and greater connectivity across the Indian subcontinent.”

The move aligns with Etihad’s broader growth plans in India, offering passengers seamless access to its global network through Abu Dhabi while positioning the airline as a competitive, premium carrier on regional routes.

Enhanced Travel Experience for UAE–India Passengers

With this fleet upgrade, travellers between the UAE and India can expect:

• A luxurious, efficient, and technologically advanced flying experience
• Improved connectivity and comfort on mid-haul journeys
• Continued access to Etihad’s global network via its Abu Dhabi hub

This initiative reflects Etihad’s long-term commitment to strengthening its presence in India and delivering a superior passenger experience in one of its most important international markets.

Abu Dhabi – Etihad Airways is set to enhance its daily Abu Dhabi–Kolkata service with the deployment of the state-of-the-art Airbus A321LR from September 26, 2025, offering a significant upgrade in comfort and in-flight experience across all travel classes on one of India’s busiest air corridors.

The next-generation aircraft will serve all flights between Zayed International Airport (AUH) and Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose International Airport (CCU), delivering a more premium travel experience on the medium-haul route.

A New Era of Comfort in Regional Travel

The Airbus A321LR (Long Range) brings wide-body comfort to a single-aisle aircraft, tailored for regional routes experiencing rising demand for premium services.

Key Features of the A321LR:

• First Class Suites: Private 1-1 layout with fully flat, forward-facing beds, providing unmatched luxury and privacy
• Business Class: 14 lie-flat seats designed for optimal comfort on medium-length flights
• Economy Class: Enhanced seating with 4K touchscreen entertainment, USB-C charging ports, and high-speed Wi-Fi

Strengthening Etihad’s Commitment to India

The A321LR upgrade forms part of Etihad’s strategic expansion in the Indian market, catering to strong demand from both leisure and business travellers.

“India is a key market for Etihad, and we are delighted to elevate our Kolkata service with our latest A321LR aircraft,” said Arik De, Chief Revenue and Commercial Officer at Etihad Airways. “This investment reaffirms our commitment to delivering world-class service and greater connectivity across the Indian subcontinent.”

The move aligns with Etihad’s broader growth plans in India, offering passengers seamless access to its global network through Abu Dhabi while positioning the airline as a competitive, premium carrier on regional routes.

Enhanced Travel Experience for UAE–India Passengers

With this fleet upgrade, travellers between the UAE and India can expect:

• A luxurious, efficient, and technologically advanced flying experience
• Improved connectivity and comfort on mid-haul journeys
• Continued access to Etihad’s global network via its Abu Dhabi hub

This initiative reflects Etihad’s long-term commitment to strengthening its presence in India and delivering a superior passenger experience in one of its most important international markets.