Etihad Airways to Launch Flights to Crete, Malaga, Santorini and Zanzibar

(23 Feb 2022)  Etihad Airways has unveiled plans to launch flights to Crete, Malaga, Santorini and Zanzibar this summer.

Starting 15 June 2022, Etihad will launch two seasonal flights per week to Crete, the largest island in Greece. The flights are set to be operated with Airbus A320 aircraft and will connect Abu Dhabi to the main city of Heraklion.

Lying in the Aegean Sea, Crete offers travellers a rich tapestry of spectacular landscapes, cuisine and culture, with traditional villages and historic sites dating back thousands of years, such as the 4,000-year old Palace of Knossos.

Etihad Airways Boeing 787-9 reg: A6-BLX. Picture by Steven Howard of TravelNewsAsia.com

The airline will also return to Malaga, Santorini and Zanzibar this summer:

Malaga: 2 flights per week with B787 from 15 June 2022.

Santorini: 3 flights per week with A320 from 16 June 2022.

Zanzibar: 3 flights per week with A320 from 17 June 2022.

“Etihad Airways is delighted to provide travellers with more choice for their summer vacations in 2022,” said Martin Drew, Senior Vice President Sales & Cargo. “Crete is an ideal summer destination for travellers who are looking for a mix of beach and mountain adventures, and along with the hotspots of Malaga, Santorini and Zanzibar, makes for a perfect addition to Etihad’s summer network.”