The UAE's Etihad Airways is assigning an Airbus A380 to operate its daily flights between Abu Dhabi and Bangkok from October, in a step aimed at increasing seat capacity on one of the most in-demand routes in its network, ahead of the winter peak season.
According to the operating schedule, flight EY402 departs Zayed International Airport in Abu Dhabi at 21:20 and arrives at Suvarnabhumi International Airport in Bangkok at 06:35, while flight EY403 departs Bangkok at 08:30 and arrives in Abu Dhabi at 12:20, with both flights operated daily by an A380, according to a press release published on the Etihad Airways website.
Assigning the double-decker aircraft reflects an operational decision to increase capacity on the route linking Southeast Asia with the Middle East and Europe, amid continued demand for travel between Thailand and Abu Dhabi, as well as transit traffic across Etihad's network.
The A380 features The Residence, a three-room luxury cabin, along with First Class and Business Class cabins with fully flat bed seats, as well as Economy seats.
Arik De, Chief Revenue and Commercial Officer at Etihad Airways, explained that Bangkok was among the most requested destinations for the A380, adding that the move provides extra capacity and supports travel options during the winter season. He added that the flights also allow travelers to benefit from the Abu Dhabi stopover program, letting them extend their journey and visit the UAE capital before continuing their travel.
To view the post on the Etihad Airways website, click here.
