Emirates & Etihad Airways
14 shared events · Importance 7 · Last updated Apr 01, 2026
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Emirates operates as a primary direct competitor to Etihad Airways, with both state-owned airlines vying for global transit traffic through their respective UAE hubs.
International
Emirates: Emirates cancelled 38% of its flights, significantly impacting its operations as a major Gulf carrier.
Etihad Airways: Etihad Airways cancelled 30% of its flights, facing substantial disruption to its services.
Feb 28, 2026 · 358 articles
International
Emirates: Emirates suspended all flights to and from Dubai, affecting tens of thousands of passengers and incurring significant operational costs due to airspace closures and rerouting requirements.
Etihad Airways: Etihad Airways suspended flights to and from Abu Dhabi, contributing to the widespread travel chaos in the region.
Feb 28, 2026 · 32 articles
Regulatory
Emirates: Emirates is implementing a new safety regulation to prohibit the use and charging of power banks on its flights, aiming to minimize risks associated with lithium batteries.
Etihad Airways: Etihad Airways clarified its rules regarding carrying electronic devices, including Bluetooth speakers, and reiterated its existing ban on power banks in checked luggage, aligning with general industry safety practices.
Sep 21, 2025 · 7 articles
International
Emirates: Emirates, a major airline in the United Arab Emirates, announced that the country is barring Iranian travelers from entering or transiting.
Etihad Airways: Etihad, a major airline in the United Arab Emirates, announced that the country is barring Iranian travelers from entering or transiting.
Apr 01, 2026 · 10 articles
International
Emirates: Emirates restarted limited flights after grounding them, disrupting long-haul travel.
Etihad Airways: Etihad Airways suspended flights to and from Abu Dhabi, disrupting long-haul travel.
Mar 01, 2026 · 42 articles
International
Emirates: Emirates has undertaken limited operations from the Gulf region amidst the airspace considerations.
Etihad Airways: Etihad Airways has undertaken limited operations from the Gulf region due to operational and airspace considerations.
Mar 03, 2026 · 6 articles
International
Emirates: Emirates, a long-haul carrier based in the United Arab Emirates, is affected by the closure of airspace in the region.
Etihad Airways: Etihad, a long-haul carrier based in the United Arab Emirates, is affected by the closure of airspace in the region.
Feb 28, 2026 · 6 articles
Domestic
Emirates: Emirates announced a ban on Iranians entering or transiting the United Arab Emirates, affecting its flight operations and passenger services.
Etihad Airways: Etihad Airways announced a ban on Iranians entering or transiting the United Arab Emirates, affecting its flight operations and passenger services.
Mar 31, 2026 · 6 articles
International
Emirates: Emirates announced the United Arab Emirates' ban on Iranians entering or transiting the country, reflecting the impact of the conflict on travel and business.
Etihad Airways: Etihad Airways announced the United Arab Emirates' ban on Iranians entering or transiting the country, reflecting the impact of the conflict on travel and business.
Mar 29, 2026 · 65 articles
International
Etihad Airways: Etihad Airways is operating a limited commercial flight schedule between MGX and select destinations.
Mar 18, 2026 · 6 articles
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