Etihad Airways is raising the bar for short and medium flights with its new Airbus A321Lr; Combine the wide luxury of the body with efficiency of the narrow body.
This plane carries the recognized premium experience of Etihad to a single flight hall, offering first -class suites, improved commercial seats and a spacious economic cabin.
It is a bold step towards the vision of the 2030 trip of the airline: to double its fleet, triple the number of passengers and launch 16 new destinations in 2025.
A321LR “Dedication to luxury”
“The A321LR shows our dedication to luxury, comfort and connectivity,” he said Antonoaldo Neves, CEO of Etihad Airways.
“We have brought the extensive body experience to a single corridor plane, complete with the first suites, commercial seats and an improved economic cabin. The guests remain connected to Ultra fast Wi-Fi during their trip.”
The A321LR narrow body is a key cornerstone of the current growth of Etihad. As of August 1, 2025, ten A321Ls will join the operator’s fleet.
They will serve Routes from the Zayed International Airport of Abu Dhabi to cities such as Athens, Bangkok, Copenhagen, Milan, Paris, Riad and Zurich.
First suites: exclusive comfort
Etihad presents its first suite in the A321LR, the first for narrow body airplanes. With only two suites on board, the guests enjoy privacy with sliding doors, lies of lies and elevated foods. Each suite presents a 20 -inch 4K screen, bluetooth pairing, wireless load and space for a partner to join.
This intimate and ultra premium configuration reflects the long first class of etihad, redefining luxury for shorter routes.
Executive class: wide body style
The business cabin offers 14 seats of lies, each of 78 inches long, arranged in a 1-1 spike design for direct access to the hall. Each seat includes a 17.3 -inch 4K screen, bluetooth headphones pairing, wireless load and wide storage.
The broad design guarantees comfort and productivity, which makes each flight feel extensive body experience.
Economy: Space and comfort
Economic passengers enjoy 144 ergonomic design seats with up to 5 inch recline and a width of 18.4 inches, one of the widest in the industry.
Each seat has a 13.3 -inch 4K touch screen, USB load and access to the advanced Ethad entertainment system. The cabin offers wide body comfort in a single hall plane, ensuring a pleasant trip for everyone.
Stay connected with fast Wi-Fi
Etihad Airways A321LR presents Viasat’s avant-garde Wi-Fi, offering speeds up to 1 Gbps. Door to the available door where it is allowed, admits the broadcasts, social networks, games and live television. Each passenger, from the first in the economy, can be kept connected without effort.
Premium services
As of August 2025, the first guests will enjoy new premium services. An Etihad 24/7 janter will help with personalized travel planning.
In the EAU and the first -class destinations, the Private Chofer services will provide door to door convenience. The dedicated check-in, access to the living room and personal escorts by the airport ensure a trip without problems.
In Abu Dhabi, the first guests will soon benefit from Check-in services of the house and free license, eliminating luggage discomfort. At Zayed International Airport, those on flights that do not address from the terminal will be driver to the aircraft in a private limousine.
“The first class is more than a seat, it is a complete experience,” said Neves. “First we are expanding more routes and improving every detail, combining modern convenience with timeless elegance.”
Conclusion
The A321LR supports the Etihad mission to boost tourism and economic growth in Abu Dhabi. By connecting travelers with destinations such as Algiers, Chennai, Phuket and Tunisia, the airline strengthens its global network. The efficiency and premium offers of the aircraft make it ideal for the ambitious expansion plans of Ethad.
Etihad Airways A321LR establishes a new reference point for individual corridor trips, combining luxury, innovation and connectivity.
With its first suites, business cabins and economy, and advanced Wi-Fi, the plane offers a world-class experience on each route.
As Etihad accelerates towards its 2030 objectives, the A321LR reinforces its commitment to an exceptional service and a global scope.
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