Etihad Airways carried 1.7 million passengers in May 2025, marking a 19 per cent year-on-year increase. The airline’s average passenger load rose 87 per cent, with year-to-date numbers exceeding 8.4 million travellers. Etihad also reached a milestone with 100 aircraft in operation, signalling continued growth in fleet and network.
Etihad Airways reported an increase of 19 % in passenger traffic for May 2025, with 1.7 million passengers compared to the previous year. The figures reflect the demand for a strong market and correspond to the ongoing network and the capacity expansion of the airline. Abu Dhabi-based carrier also registered a load factor of 87% in May, and improved over 84% in the same period in 2024. The airline’s average passenger load factor for the first five months of 2025 remained at 87%, with total traffic reaching 8.4 million, up 17% yearly.
Etihad’s fleet reached 100 aircraft in May, a key operational milestone. The growth supports an expanding route network and aligns with service enhancements as the airline continues introducing itself across markets. Commenting on the fastest numbers, Etihad Airways CEO Antonoaldo Neves said, “We saw a pleasing continued growth in our momentum with May’s passenger numbers growing by 19 % year on year, underlining our position as the fastest growing Middle East airline. Our year-to-date results show more than 8 million customers have flown with us in 2025, and our rolling 12-month figure now stands at almost 20 million, a testament to the trust placed in Etihad’s service.”
He added, “We reached an exciting milestone in May as our fleet number reached 100. As we continue expanding our route network and growing our fleet in the coming months, we focus on delivering a seamless and exceptional customer experience.” The airline’s performance aligns with its ambition to cement its position as a leading global connector through Abu Dhabi.
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