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Etihad to launch first nonstop Abu Dhabi–Calgary 787 service from Nov 2026

Etihad Airways will begin the first-ever nonstop Abu Dhabi–Calgary service in November 2026, creating a direct scheduled link between the UAE and Western Canada. Announced in Calgary on Jan. 29, 2026, the route will be operated with Boeing 787-9 Dreamliners and expand Etihad's long‑haul network.

Discovered 2026-01-29T10:06:05.768634-08:00 | 2026-01-29T10:06:05.768634-08:00

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  • Establishes the first scheduled nonstop connection between the UAE and Western Canada, opening new direct transfer and cargo flows via Abu Dhabi.
  • Strengthens Calgary’s long‑haul connectivity and airport capacity following Calgary's west runway reopening.
  • Operated with Boeing 787‑9s, the service is part of Etihad's broader long‑haul expansion, complementing its long‑range narrowbody and widebody network development.

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