Etihad Boosts North American Service: A350 to Toronto, Daily Boston Flights
Etihad Airways upgrades Toronto route with A350 aircraft and expands Boston service to daily flights from November 1. Enhanced connectivity to UAE and beyond.
By Vadim Kouznetsov, published

Etihad Airways has significantly enhanced its North American presence with two major service upgrades:
- Introduction of the Airbus A350 on Toronto route
- Daily flight service to Boston starting November 1, 2024
Toronto Service Upgrade
New A350 Features
- Enhanced Business cabin with 44 seats
- Latest passenger comfort technologies
- Improved capacity for growing demand
- Daily service between Abu Dhabi and Toronto
Boston Service Enhancement
Key Developments
- Expansion to daily flights
- Implementation just 6 months after route launch
- Service begins November 1, 2024
- Increased options for business and leisure travellers
North American Network Overview
Etihad’s current North American presence includes:
- 42 weekly flights
- 5 major destinations
- New York JFK (twice daily)
- Boston (daily)
- Chicago (daily)
- Toronto (daily)
- Washington DC (daily)
Passenger Benefits
US Customs Facility
- Pre-clearance available in Abu Dhabi
- Streamlined immigration process
- Reduced arrival procedures in US
Stopover Programme
- Complimentary Abu Dhabi stays
- Up to two free nights
- Premium hotel accommodation
- Opportunity to explore UAE capital
Future Growth
The airline hints at further expansion:
- New destinations announcement expected late November 2024
- Continued focus on North American market
- Enhanced connectivity to:
- UAE
- Gulf region
- Indian subcontinent
Executive Insight

According to Arik De, Chief Revenue and Commercial Officer:
- Strong demand observed on North American routes
- Focus on providing greater choice
- Commitment to service flexibility
- Strategic growth plans for 2024
Travel Planning Information
Toronto Route
- Aircraft: Airbus A350
- Service: Daily flights
- Direct connection: Abu Dhabi – Toronto
Boston Route
- Service: Daily from November 1
- Enhanced connectivity options
- Increased schedule flexibility
Last Updated: October 28, 2024
For booking information and latest schedules, visit Etihad Airways’ official website.
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