Etihad Removes Planned Asmara Service From late-March 2027

Etihad has cancelled its planned route between Abu Dhabi and Asmara, which was scheduled to begin in March 2027.

By SafarSamachar Desk5 Nov 2026, 12:30 pm IST

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Key facts at a glance

1Etihad removed the planned Abu Dhabi – Asmara route from late-March 2027.
2The route was scheduled to operate four times weekly from 28MAR27.
3Reservations for the route have been closed.

Etihad has cancelled its planned route between Abu Dhabi and Asmara, which was scheduled to begin in March 2027. The airline filed service changes this week, removing the schedule filing and closing reservations for the route.

The route was intended to operate four times weekly from 28MAR27, with flights EY733 and EY734 connecting the two cities.

This change means that the planned service between Abu Dhabi and Asmara will not proceed as initially announced. Travellers who were considering this route should look for alternative options or keep an eye on future announcements from Etihad.

What this means for travellers

Travellers planning to fly between Abu Dhabi and Asmara in early 2027 should consider other airlines or routes, as Etihad has cancelled its planned service.

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