Etihad Airways has announced the commencement of A380 double-decker flights to New York JFK, beginning in April 2024.
“The decision to deploy the A380 on the popular New York route aligns with our commitment to meeting customer demand for increased capacity and expanding our network. The upcoming launch of our new route to Boston, Etihad’s fourth U.S. gateway on March 31, just three weeks prior to the A380’s debut in New York, underscores our ambitious growth plans,” said Antonoaldo Neves, Chief Executive Officer, Etihad Airways
The introduction of the A380 represents a substantial capacity enhancement for Etihad in the crucial U.S. market, providing connectivity to the broader GCC and Indian subcontinent. This move is expected to attract a higher number of visitors eager to explore the vibrant attractions of Abu Dhabi.
The A380 will be deployed on one- of the two-daily Etihad flights to New York, while the other daily flight will continue to be operated by a Boeing 787-9, featuring first-, business- and economy-cabins.
Following London, the U.S. route becomes the second destination to offer the A380 experience since Etihad reintroduced its superjumbo to the skies.
