Etihad Airways reported a 14 per cent year-on-year increase in passenger numbers for March 2025, flying 1.6 million travellers. The airline achieved a load factor of 87 per cent for the first quarter and expanded its operating fleet to 98 aircraft. Etihad also added new destinations, bringing its scheduled additions for 2025 to 16, as it continues to position itself among the fastest-growing global carriers.
Etihad Airways has reported strong growth in its March 2025 traffic statistics, with the airline flying 1.6 million passengers this month. This represents a 14 per cent increase compared to March 2024, reflecting sustained demand and continued network expansion.
The national carrier of the United Arab Emirates also recorded a passenger load factor of 87 per cent in the first quarter of 2025, a slight increase from 86 per cent in the same period last year. Over the same time, the airline expanded its operating fleet from 89 to 98 aircraft and increased the number of passenger destinations from 69 to 73.
The year-to-date passenger count stands at 5 million, up from 4.3 million in the first three months of 2024. Etihad's current performance places it among the fastest-growing airlines globally, supported by network developments and rising customer volumes.
Antonoaldo Neves, Etihad Airways' Chief Executive Officer, said: "Our guest numbers saw further strong growth, and across the 12 months to the end of March 2025, we have welcomed almost 20 million passengers."
"In the past month alone, we have announced two new routes and increased flight frequencies, bringing the total number of new destinations scheduled for 2025 to 2026."
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