UAE national carrier Etihad Airways has announced plans to increase its weekly flights from its Abu Dhabi hub to the Indian city of Jaipur to 10, effective December 15, 2024.

This decision follows the airline’s launch of operations to the northern state of Rajasthan less than four months ago, said Etihad in a statement.

Arik De, Chief Revenue and Commercial Officer at Etihad, said: "We’ve seen sensational demand for this service, and in response, we are giving even more love to India by increasing our weekly flights, providing the frequency and convenient timings our guests desire.

“This expansion gives Indian travellers easy access to both Abu Dhabi and Dubai, while offering smooth connections to our global network, all with the promise of an exceptional flying experience."

Passengers flying from Jaipur to the United States can take advantage of the US Customs and Border Protection (CBP) facility at Abu Dhabi, streamlining the immigration process and ensuring a hassle-free journey.

The increase in the Jaipur frequency, Etihad said, further highlights its deepening commitment to the Indian market, where the airline has increased its capacity by more than a third over the past 12 months, and recently celebrated the 20th anniversary of its first service to the subcontinent.

The flights will be operated with aircraft from the Airbus A320 family, offering Etihad’s award-winning service to guests in both Business and Economy cabins, convenient flight timings to the UAE’s capital city and seamless connections to destinations across the airline’s growing global network.

Etihad’s complimentary stopover programme further enhances connectivity by allowing travellers to extend their layovers into memorable stays with up to two free nights at premium hotels in Abu Dhabi, highlighting the city’s growing appeal as a must-visit destination. – TradeArabia News Service