My upgrade options

Would you like to upgrade your flight?

A premium cabin experience is the best way to reach your destination in style and comfort.

Immensely improve the quality of your flight by upgrading to the next higher cabin with our rewarding opportunities.

From dine-anytime to effortless sleep, experience the luxury and privacy of our premium class cabins. Request, earn or purchase your upgrade – choose what option suits you more.

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Etihad Select Upgrade

Submit an offer through our bidding system to get upgraded to the next higher cabin. Guest with confirmed tickets will be notified through email about potential availability of seats for upgrades.

The higher the amount you offer, the greater chances for you to experience our world-class services.

When you have sufficient guest miles in your Etihad Guest account, reward yourself and redeem your miles to upgrade your flight.

The number of guest miles required for an upgrade depends on the destination, upgrade cabin and class of original booking.

If you prefer to speak to one of our agents, you can call our Global Contact Centre or directly visit one of our Etihad Offices to purchase a Push Upgrade 48 hours prior to departure. Upgrades are subject to seat availability.

Payment methods:

Credit Card
Cash (for Etihad Office visitors only)

Instant Airport Upgrade

If you have not managed to upgrade prior to check-in, you may request to purchase an Instant Airport Upgrade from the Etihad check-in agent. Upgrades are subject to seat availability.

Payment methods:

Cash
Credit Card
Guest Miles (for Etihad Guest members)

Purchase full premium class

A guaranteed way to step into unparalleled comfort onboard is to purchase the full premium class product.

Change your confirmed tickets to First Class or Business Class by contacting your travel agent, our Global Contact Centre or directly visiting one of our Etihad Offices.