The airline says that the new route connects Kenya’s capital with Etihad’s growing global network, and will help foster important cultural and economic ties between the UAE and the East African powerhouse
The flag carrier of the United Arab Emirates, Etihad Airways says it will resume flights to East Africa with daily flights from its home base of Abu Dhabi to Kenyan capital Nairobi, that are set to start on May 1, 2024.
In a press statement, the airline says that the new route connects Kenya’s capital with Etihad’s growing global network, and will help foster important cultural and economic ties between the UAE and the East African powerhouse.
Antonoaldo Neves
‘‘We are thrilled to be re-starting flights to Nairobi, a dynamic and exciting city in itself and also the gateway to a Kenyan safari, a dream adventure for many travellers, offering a view of the diverse and magnificent wildlife of Africa,” says Antonoaldo Neves, Chief Executive Officer of Etihad Airways.
“Equally, we will be delighted to welcome guests from Kenya to our extraordinary home as well as offering them access to our growing global network,” Neves adds.
The flights will restore commercial non-stop passenger connections between the two cities, and guests from Kenya will be able to connect with Etihad flights to the GCC, the US, Europe, India and South-East Asia.
The link will further stimulate cross-business and trade opportunities between the UAE and the growing Kenyan economy.
With Etihad’s wide network in India, the flight to Nairobi will also further boost connectivity from India to Kenya and beyond. A few weeks ago, India’s largest carrier, IndiGo, launched direct flights from Mumbai to Nairobi.
Etihad says it will operate daily flights to Nairobi, utilising a modern Airbus A320, featuring both Business and Economy cabins. The flight EY767 will leave everyday at 0905 from Abu Dhabi to reach Nairobi at 13:15 and on the return leg the flight EY768 will depart from Nairobi at 18:10 to reach Abu Dhabi the next day at 00:20.
