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26-Feb-2025 2:51 AM

Etihad Airways announces branded fare changes

Etihad Airways announced (25-Feb-2025) the following changes to branded fares effective 04-Mar-2025:

  • Economy Deluxe fares will include priority access;
  • Economy Value and Business Value fares will be non-refundable;
  • Business Value fares will transition to chargeable seat selection;
  • Business Value fares will no longer include complimentary lounge access.

In future, the carrier plans to add WiFi access to Business Deluxe fares and have an automated fulfillment for both Business Deluxe and First. Etihad will also introduce outstation chauffeur services for the fare types. [more - original PR]

Background ✨

Etihad Airways recently updated its 'Deluxe Business Class' fares, which took effect on 27-Jan-2025. The enhancements included features such as free cancellation, booking changes, seat selection, and complimentary access to the Etihad Chauffeur service, along with a 50kg baggage allowance and increased miles accrual compared to the 'Value' fare1. Additionally, the airline streamlined its fare types to Basic, Value, Comfort, and Deluxe, enabling passengers to tailor ancillaries like extra baggage and increased reward miles from 16-Apr-20242.

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