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Etihad Airways flights between Zayed International Airport (AUH) in Abu Dhabi and King Khalid International Airport (RUH) in Riyadh have been cancelled due to operational disruption at Riyadh airport.

 

The following flights are affected:

9 October

  • EY551 from Abu Dhabi to Riyadh
  • EY552 from Riyadh to Abu Dhabi
  • EY555 from Abu Dhabi to Riyadh
  • EY556 from Riyadh to Abu Dhabi
  • EY559 from Abu Dhabi to Riyadh
  • EY560 from Riyadh to Abu Dhabi

10 October

  • EY551 from Abu Dhabi to Riyadh
  • EY552 from Riyadh to Abu Dhabi

 

The situation remains dynamic and further changes are possible. Guests are encouraged to check the latest status of their flight at etihad.com.


We apologise for the inconvenience caused by this disruption, and our teams are doing their best to assist affected guests with their travel arrangements.


If you have a question, we are here to help. Visit Contact us – Etihad Airways for our local phone numbers, live chat and social media accounts.


The safety and comfort of our guests and crew is our number one priority.

Etihad Airways flight ‪EY300 from Abu Dhabi Zayed International Airport (AUH) to Islamabad International Airport (ISB) on 08 October 2026 has been delayed due to a technical issue.

 

Subsequently, the return flight EY301 from Islamabad International Airport (ISB) to Abu Dhabi Zayed International Airport (AUH) on 08 October 2026 will also be delayed.

 

We apologise for the inconvenience caused by this event, and our teams are doing their best to assist you with your travel arrangements.

  

If you have a question, we’re here to help. Visit Contact us - Etihad Airways for our local phone numbers, live chat and social media accounts.

  

The safety and comfort of our guests and crew is our number one priority. We apologise for any inconvenience to your travel plans.  

Frequently asked questions

Here’s a description of each flight status:

  • Departed: The flight has left its point of origin.

  • Delayed: We’re expecting this flight to depart later than planned. The original departure time will be crossed out, and the new departure and arrival times will be in red.

  • Scheduled: We’re expecting this flight to depart as planned.

  • On time: Shown on the day of travel, this indicates the flight is operating at the planned time.  

  • Arrived: This flight has landed on time.

  • Arrived late: This flight landed later than scheduled. The planned arrival time will be crossed out, and the actual arrival time will be in red.

  • Awaiting response: Information for this flight is yet to be updated. Please check again later.

If both of your flights are operated by Etihad, we’ll manage this for you, so there’s nothing you need to do. We’ll rebook your connecting flight and you’ll be able to view the amended details at etihad.com/manage.    

 

If your connecting flight is operated by another airline, please contact them for assistance. 

 

For all Etihad flights, please ensure your contact details are up to date at etihad.com/manage so that we can alert you of any changes to your trip.

It is rare that Etihad flights are cancelled, and we apologise for the inconvenience. 

 You’ll receive an email letting you know what options are available to you next. If you have a connecting flight, options for rebooking your entire itinerary will be provided.     

 If your flight is cancelled more than three days in advance, you’ll find alternative flight options at etihad.com/manage. For cancellations from two days before departure, our team will actively assist you in rebooking your flight.

 Always ensure your contact details are up to date at etihad.com/manage so that we can contact you about changes to your flight.

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