Etihad Airways announces its move to Moscow Sheremetyevo International Airport and cooperates with Aeroflot to provide support

From December 2, 2021, Etihad Airways, the national airline of the United Arab Emirates, will transfer all Russian operations to Moscow Sheremetyevo Alexander Pushkin International Airport (SVO). The new state-of-the-art International Airline C Station building. The first departure to SVO will be at 13^day In December 2008, Etihad Airways flew directly to Moscow for the first anniversary.

The daily Etihad service between Abu Dhabi and Moscow will strengthen the transfer to SVO. The flight departs from Abu Dhabi at 9.35 am every day, and the return service departs from Moscow at 3.50 pm.

Etihad Airways’ service changes will be complemented by a broader partnership with Aeroflot-Russian Airlines (Aeroflot). Aeroflot will launch its first service to Abu Dhabi, the capital of the UAE, three times a week from November 13th.

In cooperation with two airlines operating between Moscow and the capital of the UAE, and subject to any necessary regulatory approvals, Etihad Airways and Aeroflot have agreed to strengthen their intermodal agreement to launch in their respective networks Code sharing services, and explore other areas of cooperation to improve the interests of passengers, such as frequent flyer reciprocity and high-quality customer handling. Operators will also explore opportunities for cooperation in the field of operations by leveraging the capabilities and advantages of each group.

Alex Featherstone, Vice President of Network Planning and Alliance of Etihad Airways, said: “We are proud to announce that Etihad Airways will move to Moscow Sheremetyevo International Airport and expand our relationship with the national airline Aeroflot. Since opening Moscow Since the flight with Abu Dhabi 13 years ago, we have experienced tremendous growth in the Russian tourism and aviation market. With the assistance of direct services, code sharing, and reciprocal visa-free travel agreements implemented by the two countries, business and leisure travelers as well as Strong demand for freight transport in February 2019. This move further strengthens our commitment to the Russian market and our intention to provide Russian tourists with world-class leisure attractions and activities, cultural sites, hotels and resorts, beaches and winter in Abu Dhabi Weather convenience. Must be provided.”

Daily flights will be operated by a mix of wide-body and narrow-body aircraft, including the technologically advanced Boeing 787 Dreamliner, using the airline’s award-winning innovative cabin design and products, supplemented by acclaimed services and hospitality.