UAE national carrier Etihad Airways has announced plans to launch its first-ever nonstop flights between the UAE and Calgary, creating a new strategic air link between the Middle East and Western Canada.
Launching on November 3, the route marks another step in Etihad’s global expansion and supports Abu Dhabi’s long-term ambitions to drive international trade, tourism and investment.
It connects Abu Dhabi’s fast-growing economy and cultural offer with Calgary’s role as a centre for energy, advanced manufacturing and innovation, creating a direct corridor for corporate travel, trade engagement and sector collaboration.
For leisure travellers, the route brings together two distinctive destinations. Visitors from Canada gain direct access to Abu Dhabi’s cultural landmarks, unique experiences, coastal resorts and year-round sunshine, while travellers from the UAE and across Etihad’s global network can explore Calgary’s vibrant city life and its position as the gateway to Alberta and the Canadian Rockies, home to some of North America’s most iconic natural landscapes.
Calgary becomes Etihad’s latest long-haul addition, following recent route announcements including Luxembourg and Palma. The route will be operated by Etihad’s Boeing 787-9 Dreamliner, featuring the airline’s latest award-winning widebody Business and Economy cabins.
The launch further strengthens Etihad’s presence in North America, complementing existing services to Toronto, New York and Chicago, as well as Charlotte, due to begin operations in March.