Etihad Airways Unveils 10 New Routes, Including Algiers and Tunis
North African Network Boost: Algiers and Tunis Join 10 New Routes starting November 2025 with A321LR
Etihad Airways (EY), the national airline of the United Arab Emirates, has announced the launch of ten new destinations set to begin in 2025.
This marks the first time Etihad has revealed ten new routes in a single day. Among these new destinations are two cities in North Africa: Algiers and Tunis.
Carefully Chosen Cities for Expansion
Antonoaldo Neves, Etihad’s Chief Executive Officer, stated:
“We’ve carefully chosen cities that embody the experiences, adventures, and opportunities that matter to our customers.”
He added, “2025 marks a pivotal year for Etihad, with more than 90 destinations in over 50 countries, a fleet of more than 110 aircraft – including our amazing new A321LRs – welcoming over 20 million guests onboard. Most importantly, it will support us in bringing over a million visitors to Abu Dhabi to enjoy our home.”
Etihad’s 10 New Destinations
The airline outlined that the ten routes announced complement Etihad’s previously revealed new destinations for 2025: Prague, Warsaw, and Egypt’s Al Alamein.
New destinations include: Algiers, Atlanta, Chiang Mai, Hanoi, Hong Kong, Krabi, Medan, Phnom Penh, Taipei, and Tunis.
Tunis and Algiers Flight Schedules
Tunisia:
Starting 1 November 2025, flights will depart Tunis at 10:20 and arrive in Abu Dhabi at 19:10 using the A321LR. This service will be available on Tuesdays, Thursdays, and Saturdays.
Algeria:
Starting 7 November 2025, flights will depart Abu Dhabi at 2:50 and arrive in Algiers at 7:40 using the A321LR. This service will run on Mondays, Wednesdays, Fridays, and Sundays.
Also starting 7 November 2025, return flights will depart Algiers at 9:40 and arrive in Abu Dhabi at 19:10 using the A321LR. This service will also run on Mondays, Wednesdays, Fridays, and Sundays.
Boost to Abu Dhabi Tourism
Etihad Airways’ expansion will attract thousands of new visitors to Abu Dhabi, boosting its appeal as a top destination for leisure, business, and cultural tourism. This initiative aligns with the UAE capital’s goal to draw international travelers and enhances its status as a connectivity hub.
Neves stated that the launch of these ten new destinations is supported by Zayed International Airport, which enhances the guest experience.
Additionally, the expansion enables travelers to enjoy Etihad’s free stopover offer, in collaboration with the Department of Culture and Tourism – Abu Dhabi. This includes complimentary hotel stays for one or two nights at select premier hotels in Abu Dhabi.
