Etihad Airways

Independent (partner airlines) · Hub: Abu Dhabi (AUH) · 1 (via Abu Dhabi)

Economy from $1,200 CAD · Business from $4,000 CAD

Approximate prices based on typical fares. They are not live prices and have not been independently verified. Check the airline or booking site for current prices.

Routes

  • Toronto → Delhi/Mumbai via Abu Dhabi
  • New York → India via Abu Dhabi
  • Chicago → India via Abu Dhabi
  • San Francisco → India via Abu Dhabi
  • Los Angeles → India via Abu Dhabi

Toronto → DelhiToronto → MumbaiToronto → BangaloreToronto → AmritsarToronto → HyderabadVancouver → MumbaiNew York → DelhiChicago → MumbaiSan Francisco → DelhiLos Angeles → Mumbai

Baggage

  • Economy: 2 × 23 kg checked bags
  • Business: 2 × 32 kg checked bags

Baggage rules vary by fare. Confirm with the airline before you fly.

Loyalty program: Etihad Guest

Etihad Airways is part of Independent (partner airlines).

Pros

  • Competitive business class fares
  • Abu Dhabi stopover packages available
  • Newer fleet (Boeing 787 Dreamliners)
  • Good deals on flash sales

Cons

  • Fewer North American departure cities
  • Abu Dhabi connection adds time
  • Loyalty program not as strong as competitors

Booking tips

  • Check for their "Extraordinary" sale events — deeply discounted business class.
  • Check Abu Dhabi entry rules for your passport before planning a long layover.
  • Book through their app for app-exclusive fares.