Paul Arithi 
Etihad Airways reinforces Kenya commitment with major capacity boost;
• Senior Management visit reinforces commitment to major frequency boost from four to 14 weekly flights
• More than tripling capacity reflects strong UAE-Kenya travel demand since December launch
• Full double-daily service to begin by route’s one-year anniversary on 15 December
Etihad Airways senior management reaffirmed the airline’s commitment to significantly expanding its Nairobi service during a visit to the Kenyan capital.
The airline will progressively increase flights between Abu Dhabi and Nairobi, growing from the current four weekly services to eight weekly by October, and reaching 14 weekly services from 15 December 2025, more than tripling weekly capacity on the route.
The expansion demonstrates Etihad’s confidence in the Kenyan market following strong performance since the route’s December 2024 launch.
Javier Alija, Etihad Vice President Global Sales & Distribution said: ” We’re here in Nairobi to underscore how important this market is to Etihad.
We’ve continued to see strong demand that validates our decision to significantly increase capacity on this route to double daily service.”
“Kenya represents one of Africa’s most dynamic aviation markets, and we’re responding to that energy.
This expansion provides our guests with greater frequency and improved connectivity between our two destinations.”
The enhanced schedule will offer approximately 1,600 additional weekly seats by mid December, bringing Etihad’s total weekly seat capacity on the route to over 2,200.
Strengthening Africa connections The Nairobi expansion forms part of Etihad‘s broader African growth strategy, which includes new services to Addis Ababa through a landmark joint venture with Ethiopian Airlines, increased frequencies to Casablanca and Johannesburg, and a partnership with Air Seychelles.
“Africa represents incredible opportunity for aviation growth,” Alija added. “Our partnerships across the continent, combined with direct services like Nairobi, create seamless connections for travellers moving between Africa, the Middle East, and beyond.”
UAE residents gain convenient access to Kenya’s renowned wildlife destinations, mountain regions, and coastal attractions.
For more information, please visit etihad.com
Enhanced flight schedule from 15 December 2025
Flight
Number
Departure
Airport
Departure
Time
Arrival
Airport
Arrival
Time Frequency Aircraft
EY 767 AUH 08:45 NBO 12:55 Daily A320
EY 768 NBO 13:50 AUH 19:50 Daily A320
EY 769 AUH 02:05 NBO 06:15 Daily A320
EY 770 NBO 07:15 AUH 13:15 Daily A320
