Etihad and Air Europa expand tie-up
March 1, 2025
Etihad Airways and Spanish airline Air Europa are set to deepen their partnership, expanding commercial and operational ties to offer travellers more routes, better services, and increased connectivity.
As part of the enhanced collaboration, Etihad will increase its flights to Madrid to twice daily from summer 2025.
The two airlines already have a codeshare agreement, allowing passengers to book flights across both networks and earn or redeem miles through their frequent flyer programmes.
The expanded partnership is set to boost Air Europa’s presence in the Middle East and Asia by leveraging Etihad’s Abu Dhabi hub, giving its customers greater access to long-haul destinations.
Arik De, Chief Revenue and Commercial Officer of Etihad Airways, said: ” We are in discussions to establish a strategic partnership covering a range of activities, including deepening our codeshare and frequent flyer programme, enabling both airlines to expand into new frontiers, and a potential wet lease operation with an Air Europa aircraft between Madrid and Abu Dhabi.
“Any partnership will work towards benefiting customers of both airlines, underscoring our commitment to providing our valued customers with a seamless travel experience and access to a wider network, including Air Europa’s leading Latin America Network.”
Richard Clark, Air Europa’s General Manager, said: “We are very pleased to expand our partnership with Etihad Airways into a scenario that will be even more rewarding for our customers.
“By initiating our operations between Madrid-Barajas and Abu Dhabi, it will further extend our reach to the Middle East and Asia, opening up more possibilities to connect both regions to the Americas via Europe, while offering the highest standards of quality.”
