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Etihad Airways has announced that starting June 12, 2026, it will introduce four weekly direct flights to Damascus, Syria. These flights will be operated using Airbus A320 aircraft.
According to TravelRadar, the new route will feature four weekly flights offering eight Business Class seats and 150 Economy seats. The flights are scheduled for Mondays, Wednesdays, Fridays, and Saturdays. This choice of aircraft reflects Etihad's strategy to balance fuel efficiency with passenger comfort on mid-range regional routes.
This development marks Etihad's return to Damascus after a 14-year suspension of service. AviationWeek reports that flights to Syria were halted in 2012 due to conflict and instability. The resumption of service is seen as a significant milestone in re-establishing aviation links to the region and demonstrates growing confidence in travel demand between the UAE and Syria.
