Etihad Airways Launches Service from Göteborg Landvetter Airport

Etihad Airways will begin operating flights between Gothenburg and Abu Dhabi four times a week starting in December. The new route has been eagerly anticipated by both the business community in the region and leisure travelers. It will significantly enhance connectivity from West Sweden to Asia and Australia.

"We are very much looking forward to welcoming Etihad Airways in December. This is the first direct connection between Gothenburg and the United Arab Emirates. Companies in West Sweden conduct business across Asia, and many of our travelers have relatives, friends, and family in the region. The new service will strengthen connectivity for the region, particularly to the Middle East, India, and Southeast Asia. This investment demonstrates strong confidence in the Swedish aviation market and in West Sweden as a region," says Mats Johannesson, CEO of Swedavia Airports.

Etihad Airways is the largest airline operating at Zayed International Airport and offers an extensive global network, including more than 50 destinations across Asia alone.

"The A321LR enables us to offer a route that includes our full product offering, with three cabin classes, at a scale that suits Gothenburg. This service opens up our network to India, Southeast Asia and destinations across the globe," says Antonoaldo Neves, Chief Executive Officer of Etihad Airways.

Starting 17 December 2026, Etihad Airways will operate flights between Göteborg Landvetter Airport (GOT) and Abu Dhabi (AUH) four times per week using an Airbus A321LR with a capacity of 160 seats across three cabin classes (First, Business and Economy). Bookings for the new route are available from today.

For further information, please contact the Swedavia Press Office on +46 (0)10 109 01 00 or press@swedavia.se.

Photo: Etihad Airways

About Etihad Airways

Etihad Airways, the national airline of the United Arab Emirates, was founded in 2003 and has rapidly grown into one of the world’s leading airlines. From its hub in Abu Dhabi, Etihad operates passenger and cargo services to destinations across the Middle East, Africa, Europe, Asia, Australia, and North America. Together with its partner airlines, Etihad offers access to hundreds of international destinations worldwide. In recent years, the airline has received numerous awards for its premium service and products, cargo operations, and loyalty programme.

About Swedavia

Swedavia is a group that owns, operates, and develops ten airports across Sweden. Its mission is to provide the connectivity Sweden needs to facilitate travel, business, and meetings. Safe and satisfied travelers are the foundation of Swedavia’s business. Swedavia is a global leader in the development of airports with minimal climate impact. Since 2020, Swedavia’s own airport operations have been fossil-free at all ten airports. In 2025, the Group generated revenue of approximately SEK 6.8 billion and employed around 2,800 people.