Etihad Airways and Tunisair have moved to strengthen air connectivity between Abu Dhabi and North Africa, signing a new codeshare agreement aimed at supporting growing demand for travel, tourism and business between the two regions.
Etihad Airways and Tunisair announced that travellers can now book flights between Abu Dhabi and Tunis under either airline’s code on Etihad-operated services.
The partnership offers a streamlined travel experience with a single ticket, one check-in and automatic baggage transfer to final destinations.
Abu Dhabi–Tunis Etihad route details
The agreement covers Etihad’s three weekly flights on the Abu Dhabi–Tunis route, which launched on November 1, 2025. Services are operated using Etihad’s Airbus A321LR aircraft, featuring the airline’s signature hospitality across three cabins, with 2 First Suites, 14 Business seats and 144 Economy seats.
Antonoaldo Neves, CEO at Etihad Airways, said: “Partnering with Tunisair brings Abu Dhabi closer to travellers across North Africa. We’re seeing strong interest from the region in what Abu Dhabi offers – from business opportunities and trade links to tourism and family connections.
“This codeshare gives Tunisair’s customers access to our service and product, making Abu Dhabi an easier destination to reach.”
Halima Ibrahim Khouaja, CEO at Tunisair, said: “Through this partnership, we are opening new travel opportunities for our customers by connecting the Maghreb and Africa to the Gulf. Abu Dhabi is a strategic market for Tunisair, and our collaboration with Etihad further expands the range of connections available to passengers across our network.
“This agreement strengthens the air bridge between our regions and underscores Tunisair’s role as a key player in regional connectivity.”
With more than 75 years of expertise, Tunisair has built a long-standing presence serving the Tunisian market alongside key destinations across Europe, the Middle East, Africa and North America.
Etihad currently has more than 40 codeshare partnerships globally, providing connections to more than 500 destinations worldwide, reinforcing Abu Dhabi’s role as an international aviation hub.
