Etihad Tunisair codeshare expands seamless Abu Dhabi–Tunis travel across both airlines’ networks. Travellers can now book Etihad-operated Abu Dhabi–Tunis flights under either Etihad or Tunisair flight codes, enjoying one ticket, single check-in and automatic baggage transfer to final destinations. Etihad’s three weekly services, launched on 1 November 2025, are operated by Airbus A321LR aircraft featuring 2 First Suites, 14 Business and 144 Economy seats, backed by the carrier’s premium hospitality.
The partnership strengthens air links between the UAE capital and North Africa as demand grows for business, tourism and family travel between Abu Dhabi and Tunis.
Etihad Tunisair Codeshare: Abu Dhabi–Tunis Route and Aircraft
Etihad Tunisair codeshare currently covers Etihad’s thrice-weekly Abu Dhabi–Tunis rotation on the A321LR. The narrow-body long-range aircraft offers three cabin classes, including exclusive First Suites for ultra-luxury travellers, a full-service Business cabin for corporate customers and a spacious Economy cabin for leisure and VFR (visiting friends and relatives) traffic.
Through the codeshare, customers benefit from coordinated schedules and through-check services, simplifying connections from Tunis across Etihad’s global network via Abu Dhabi and from Abu Dhabi into Tunisair’s Maghreb and African destinations.
Etihad Tunisair Codeshare: CEO Statements and Strategic Rationale
Etihad Tunisair codeshare was framed by both airlines as a strategic bridge between the Maghreb, Africa and the Gulf. Etihad CEO Antonoaldo Neves highlighted strong regional interest in Abu Dhabi’s business, trade, tourism and family ties, noting that the partnership gives Tunisair customers easier access to Etihad’s product and service.
Tunisair CEO Halima Ibrahim Khouaja called Abu Dhabi a “strategic market” and said the collaboration opens new travel opportunities by connecting the Maghreb and Africa to the Gulf, reinforcing Tunisair’s role in regional connectivity. With more than 75 years of experience, Tunisair already links Tunisia to Europe, the Middle East, Africa and North America.
Etihad Tunisair Codeshare: Network Reach and Global Partnerships
Etihad Tunisair codeshare adds to Etihad’s broader alliance portfolio, which includes more than 40 codeshare partners worldwide and connectivity to over 500 global destinations. As the national airline of the UAE, Etihad operates a modern fleet of Airbus and Boeing aircraft, including the A350, A380 and 787 Dreamliner, and serves over 100 passenger and cargo destinations across six continents.
The new partnership further integrates Etihad’s Abu Dhabi hub with North African markets, supporting the airline’s “Journey 2030” growth strategy and enhancing two-way traffic in business, tourism and freight between the GCC and the Maghreb.
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