Etihad Airways will launch a seasonal service between Abu Dhabi and Dhaka from 26 June 2026, responding to strong demand for travel and cargo between the UAE and Bangladesh while boosting trade links across South Asia.
The four-times-weekly flights to Hazrat Shahjalal International Airport will enhance connectivity and position Abu Dhabi as a key gateway for trade between South Asia and global markets.
Operated by a Boeing 777, the service will feature 28 Business and 374 Economy seats, along with substantial bellyhold capacity to support growing cargo volumes on this strategically important route.
The launch is part of Etihad’s phased network expansion, aligning capacity with demand across key markets. With one of the world’s largest Bangladeshi communities residing in the UAE, the route will provide a direct, efficient link for families and travelers, alongside seamless onward connections via Abu Dhabi.
Antonoaldo Neves CEO – Etihad Airways
“Dhaka is a strategically important market, with strong and sustained demand across both passenger and cargo segments. This service allows us to deploy capacity where it is most needed, strengthening links between Bangladesh, the UAE and key global markets. This service allows us to deploy capacity where it is most needed, strengthening trade flows between Bangladesh, the UAE and key global markets. The route plays an important role in supporting export-driven industries, particularly in sectors such as textiles, while enhancing Abu Dhabi’s connectivity across South Asia.”
Bangladesh’s strong economic growth, driven by its globally significant garment and textile sector, will also benefit from the added widebody capacity, enabling more reliable cargo movement to markets in the Middle East, Europe and North America.
The new Etihad service will further improve connectivity for Bangladeshi diaspora communities in the UK, Italy and North America, offering convenient travel options via Abu Dhabi for both point-to-point and connecting passengers.
