Etihad to expand Kabul–Abu Dhabi flights to daily service from May 1

Etihad Airways will operate daily flights between Kabul and Abu Dhabi from May 1, 2026, responding to rising demand and improving global travel connectivity.

Etihad Airways has announced plans to increase its Kabul–Abu Dhabi service to daily flights starting May 1, 2026, citing a sharp rise in passenger demand. The move comes just weeks after the airline resumed operations on the route, reflecting growing travel needs between Afghanistan and the United Arab Emirates.

In a statement issued on Thursday, the airline said the decision follows strong market response and higher-than-expected bookings. The Kabul–Abu Dhabi route has quickly gained traction among travelers seeking reliable international connections amid limited flight options from Afghanistan.

Etihad first relaunched flights between Kabul and Abu Dhabi on March 20, 2026, initially operating four weekly services. The rapid shift to daily flights underscores the commercial viability of the route and signals confidence in sustained passenger growth.

Airline officials noted that the route is fast becoming a key air link between Afghanistan and the United Arab Emirates, supporting both business and personal travel. They emphasized that expanding frequency will improve flexibility and convenience for passengers traveling between the two countries.

The introduction of daily flights is also expected to enhance onward connectivity, allowing passengers from Kabul to access major global destinations including London, Frankfurt, Toronto, and Washington through Abu Dhabi, strengthening Afghanistan’s links to Europe and North America.

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