Etihad Airways and Uzbekistan Airways have signed a new codeshare agreement aimed at strengthening links between Abu Dhabi and Central Asia while expanding travel options across Uzbekistan and beyond.
The partnership comes into effect on May 15, 2026, with the first codeshare flights available for travel from August 9, 2026.
Under the agreement, Etihad passengers will be able to book seamless onward connections from Tashkent to eight destinations across Uzbekistan, including Samarkand, Bukhara, Urgench and Fergana, alongside selected international services operated by Uzbekistan Airways. In return, Uzbekistan Airways customers will gain easier access to Abu Dhabi through Etihad’s new daily service to Tashkent launching this summer.
The two airlines are also working on a frequent flyer partnership between Etihad Guest and UzAirPlus, which will expand loyalty benefits and reward opportunities for members of both programmes.
The agreement reflects growing demand for travel to Uzbekistan, one of Central Asia’s fastest-growing tourism markets, known for its Silk Road heritage, historic cities and cultural landmarks. It also strengthens connectivity between Abu Dhabi and Tashkent, the region’s largest city and an increasingly important economic and cultural hub.
