Etihad launches inaugural flight from Abu Dhabi to Atlanta on A350-1000
Etihad has expanded its reach in the US with the launch of its inaugural service from Abu Dhabi’s Zayed International Airport (AUH) to Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport (ATL).
Flight EK 13 departed Abu Dhabi approximately 09:34 local time, and arrived in Atlanta at 16:40 local time after a flight lasting just over 15 hours.
This flight makes Atlanta the fifth US gateway in Etihad’s network, joining New York City, Chicago, Washington D.C., and Boston.
First flight to Atlanta: complete! The home of soul food, street art, sunshine and now our A350The best of Georgia starts here.Book your trip to the ATL now on https://t.co/CWJT5GwpvU pic.twitter.com/yhzqwCYb86— Etihad Airways (@etihad) July 3, 2025 Passengers traveling on this route can be processed at the United States Customs and Border Protection (CBP) Preclearance facility at Abu Dhabi Airport. This allows them to clear US immigration and customs before departure, arriving in the United States as domestic travelers and thereby saving time.
The new Atlanta service is operated using Etihad’s next-generation Airbus A350-1000.
The route has started with four flights per week, but it will increase to daily departures from November 2025. Demand from both leisure and corporate segments has exceeded expectations, Etihad claims.
The flight service from Abu Dhabi to Atlanta operate on the following schedules:
EY13 departing Abu Dhabi 09:20 local time, arriving Atlanta 16:20 local time
EY 14 departing Atlanta 22:00 local time, arriving Abu Dhabi 19:30 local time, the following day
“Atlanta is a dynamic city with deep cultural, economic and aviation significance,” Antonoaldo Neves, Chief Executive Officer at Etihad Airways said. “This new service enhances access to the southeastern United States while offering seamless connections across the Middle East, Indian Subcontinent, and Asia. With US Preclearance at Zayed International Airport, guests can enjoy the convenience of arriving in Atlanta as domestic travellers. We’re delighted to bring our award-winning experience to guests traveling to and from Atlanta.”
Neves added: “It also means we’re excited to welcome even more guests to our amazing home in Abu Dhabi. U.S. travellers are already curious about what the city has to offer: from beautiful beaches and fantastic theme parks to world-class cultural experiences and mouthwatering cuisine. The response to this route has been phenomenal – the strength of early bookings has been so impressive that we’ve already announced daily flights starting later this year. It’s a clear sign that travellers are eager to discover everything Abu Dhabi has to offer.”
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