Etihad Airways Launches Direct Abu Dhabi-Palma Flights to Boost Spain Connectivity

Etihad Airways has commenced its first direct flight service between Abu Dhabi’s Zayed International Airport (AUH) and Palma de Mallorca (PMI). The new route expands the UAE national carrier’s Spanish network, providing the first non-stop link between the two cities. Seasonal Flight Schedule The service operates twice weekly, scheduled for Tuesdays and Saturdays. Etihad utilizes the Boeing 787-9 Dreamliner on this route, featuring a two-class configuration with Business and Economy cabins. The flight duration is approximately seven to eight hours, significantly reducing travel time for passengers who previously relied on connecting flights through mainland European hubs. The addition of Palma de Mallorca brings Etihad’s total number of Spanish destinations to four. The airline already maintains regular scheduled services to Madrid, Barcelona, and Malaga. This expansion is designed to capture peak summer demand for the Balearic Islands, a major hub for international tourism and leisure travel. Strategic European Connectivity The launch coincides with a broader seasonal strategy by the airline to increase its footprint in Mediterranean destinations. By establishing direct access to…