Etihad Airways has announced it will start operating its between Zayed Abu Dhabi International (AUH) and Tokyo Narita International (NRT) using its new Airbus A380 aircraft, in response to demands for increased capacity on services bound for Tokyo, Japan.
Customers bound for Narita will be able to enjoy Etihad’s luxurious A380s © David Kernan
A380s Flying to Tokyo from Summer 2026
Etihad Airways has eight of the double-decker aircraft in its fleet. Tokyo is the newest city added to Etihad’s A380 network alongside London, Paris, Toronto and Singapore. Flights will begin operating on 16 June 2026, allowing passengers travelling between the United Arab Emirates and Japan to take advantage of more regular services and comfort onboard during the peak summer period.
Arik De, Chief Revenue and Commercial Officer, Etihad Airways, said:
“As we bring our latest A380 back into service, we’re delighted to introduce our remarkable aircraft to Japan. Our guests consistently tell us they love the onboard experience. Our attentive cabin crew delivers dedicated service to every passenger, whether they’re travelling in Economy, Business, First or The Residence, our three-room suite in the sky.
We’ve seen strong demand from customers for more seats to Japan, and the A380 allows us to deliver that. The aircraft is particularly well-suited to this route, given the importance of business travel between the UAE and Japan, two nations with deep economic and cultural ties. Japan has always been a favourite destination for our guests, and this move reinforces our commitment to the market.”
The Abu Dhabi-based airline prides itself on its high standards for customer service and comfort on board © Ralf Roletschek
Flight Schedule
The flights, operated using Eithad Airways’ Airbus A380 aircraft, will depart daily from Abu Dhabi and Tokyo Narita airports, according to the flight schedule below. The aircraft includes Economy, Business, First Class and The Residence, which is the world’s first three-room suite on an aircraft, complete with an en-suite bathroom and shower, as well as a private bedroom and living room.
- EY 0800: Abu Dhabi (21:25) — Tokyo Narita (12:45+1), departing daily;
- EY 0801: Tokyo Narita (18:00) — Abu Dhabi (00:20+1), departing daily.
All times are local. Flights to Tokyo Narita on A380 aircraft, as well as other routes on the A380 network, including London, Paris, Toronto and Singapore, are available to book now via the Etihad Airways website or through any other official sale channel.
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