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Etihad Airways announces partnership with Air Europa to launch twice-daily flights
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Etihad Airways has announced a partnership with Air Europa to launch twice-daily flights between Abu Dhabi and Madrid. This initiative aims to provide more seamless travel, according to a post on X.

According to the official X post by Etihad Airways, the airline and Air Europa have initiated a landmark partnership offering twice-daily nonstop service between Abu Dhabi and Madrid. This collaboration expands direct travel options for passengers and is positioned as a milestone in Etihad’s global network strategy. The expanded schedule allows for more flexible trip planning for both business and leisure travelers.

A joint news release from Etihad Airways and Air Europa states that the partnership is built on a codeshare agreement. This arrangement gives passengers access to coordinated check-in, seamless baggage transfer, and more synchronized flight connections between both airlines. The twice-daily route will offer improved connectivity not only between the UAE and Spain but also to onward destinations throughout Europe, the Middle East, and beyond. Both airlines emphasize that the partnership reflects shared ambitions to increase passenger choice and grow international presence.

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An article from Simple Flying highlights that demand for travel between the Middle East and Spain has grown due to increased tourism, trade, and global events. The new twice-daily flights allow Etihad Airways and Air Europa to serve a wider range of passenger needs, including those with connecting flights in Abu Dhabi or Madrid. More frequent service enhances both airlines’ competitive positions in the long-haul market.

According to Wikipedia, Etihad Airways is the flag carrier airline of the United Arab Emirates, based in Abu Dhabi, operating flights to more than 80 destinations across six continents. The airline is recognized for its premium cabins, modern fleet, innovative service offerings, global partnerships, and expanding codeshare agreements. Etihad Airways’ ongoing strategy is to increase its global footprint and provide travelers with more choices through new alliances and route launches.

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