Flights to Damascus will commence in June 2026 with 4 weekly flights, operated with Airbus A320 aircraft, featuring 8 Business Class seats and 150 Economy seats.
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This announcement continues Etihad’s rapid expansion, with Damascus becoming the 28th new destination announced within the last year.
The new route reflects growing demand from travellers in the UAE and GCC to connect directly to Damascus. In 2024, trade between the UAE and Syria grew 23% year-on-year to AED 2.5 billion (US $680 million). The UAE is also home to more than 350,000 Syrians, whose contributions across business, culture, and society have played a significant role in the nation’s development. The new flights will further strengthen these economic links and deepen the bonds between the two countries.
Etihad has grown passenger numbers by more than 80% compared to 2022 levels and is on track to reach 38 million passengers annually by 2030. The new services form part of Etihad’s broader strategy to serve destinations where customers want to travel whilst supporting the economic and cultural connections between Abu Dhabi and the wider region.
