Etihad Airways has celebrated the arrival of its inaugural flight to Tashkent, officially launching the airline’s first route to Uzbekistan and creating a new connection between Abu Dhabi and one of the world’s fastest-growing aviation markets.
The new daily non-stop service reinforces Abu Dhabi’s position as a premium gateway, connecting Uzbekistan to the UAE, the wider region and Etihad’s expanding global network.
Through Abu Dhabi, travellers from Uzbekistan can seamlessly access major gateways across GCC, Europe, Levant and North America, further strengthening connectivity between Central Asia and global centres of commerce, culture and innovation.
Codeshare partnership
The launch is complemented by Etihad’s recently introduced codeshare partnership with Uzbekistan Airways, enabling guests to travel beyond Tashkent to eight destinations across Uzbekistan – Andijan, Bukhara, Fergana, Namangan, Nukus, Samarkand, Termez and Urgench – as well as selected international destinations on the Uzbekistan Airways network.
“Today’s inaugural flight to Tashkent is a proud moment for Etihad and an important milestone in our continued network expansion. Uzbekistan is one of Central Asia’s most dynamic and fast-growing markets, with a rich cultural heritage, strong tourism appeal and growing economic significance,” stressed Frank Meyer, Chief Digital Officer, Etihad Airways.
The new service is designed to meet growing demand for travel between Uzbekistan, the UAE and key international markets. It supports stronger tourism flows, greater business connectivity, and enhanced access to global opportunities for travellers in both directions, a press statement concluded.
