ABU DHABI, 15 July 2025: Etihad Airways will upgrade its Abu Dhabi- Kolkata service by introducing its next-generation Airbus A321LR, reinforcing its commitment to the Indian market.
Starting 26 September 2025, all Etihad flights between Zayed International Airport, Abu Dhabi (AUH) and Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose International Airport, Kolkata (CCU), will be operated by the A321LR, offering guests an upgraded travel experience across all cabin classes.

The aircraft is equipped with First Suites, fully lie-flat business class seats, and an economy class featuring 4K touchscreens and high-speed Wi-Fi.
The Airbus A321LR is designed to bring wide-body comfort to a single-aisle aircraft, offering enhanced space, privacy, and premium amenities. The First Suites provide forward-facing, fully flat beds in a 1-1 configuration. Business class features 14 lie-flat seats, and economy class passengers enjoy advanced in-flight entertainment and Wi-Fi connectivity.
(Source: Etihad)