From November 1, 2023, Abu Dhabi International Airport Terminal A will begin operations bringing a major increase to capacity in Abu Dhabi and strengthening the emirate’s standing as a global aviation hub. Etihad’s ceremonial flight will take place on October 31, ahead of opening to the public on November 1. The new terminal will enhance experiences through state-of-the-art facilities made available to passengers and airlines in the region.
Airlines will transition into Terminal A in 3 phases over a period of 2 weeks: after Etihad’s ceremonial flight on October 31, Wizz Air Abu Dhabi and 15 other international airlines will fly from the new terminal on November 1. From November 9, Etihad Airways will operate 16 daily flights, before completing their transition to their new home on November 14, together with Air Arabia Abu Dhabi and 10 other airlines. From November 14, all 28 airlines will be operational from Terminal A.
Terminal A is one of the largest airport terminals in the world, strengthening Abu Dhabi’s global position as a centre for tourism, trade and commerce. The terminal will double the current airport capacity, with the capability to accommodate up to 45 million passengers per year. At triple the size of the previous terminal, and with flights to 117 destinations worldwide, it will increase both the frequency and reach of flights to and from Abu Dhabi, boosting the emirate as a destination for travel, business and entertainment, said a release.