Just recently, Etihad Abu Dhabi to Hong Kong flights took off, connecting the UAE capital to a key tourist destination famous for its nightlife and culture. The same day, a key deal also got inked to connect the Middle East to key destinations in Japan, such as Osaka and Hokkaido-Sapporo, better. This is the Etihad-Hong Kong Airlines codeshare partnership, signed during a ceremonial event in Hong Kong on 4 November 2025.
Etihad-Hong Kong Airlines deal – One ticket, single check-in, automatic bag transfers
Under the recently inked Etihad-Hong Kong Airlines codeshare agreement, you can expect a number of irresistible benefits. Abu Dhabi has become the effortless bridge connecting Greater China and Japan to the Middle East and Europe.
Hong Kong Airlines flights on the bustling Hong Kong to Abu Dhabi flights are bookable as Etihad ‘EY’ services. Similarly, passengers can fly Etihad to a number of popular tourist destinations in Japan, such as Fukuoka, Hokkaido-Sapporo, Osaka and more, on Hong Kong Airlines-operated flights under the ‘HX’ code. You can get one ticket for the entire journey, single check-in and ensure automatic transfer of bags at the same time. Isn’t it incredible?
Members of Etihad and Hong Kong Airlines’ loyalty programs can also enjoy reciprocal earn-and-redeem functionalities. People can get greater flexibility, broader reach and superior benefits. This codeshare connectivity to high-demand Japanese destinations is going to be an absolute game-changer for thousands of travellers in the Middle East, Europe and Asia.
Etihad Abu Dhabi to Hong Kong flights as part of The Extraordinary Challenge
Etihad, the national airline of the UAE, is offering its loyal passengers a chance to travel more and benefit more. The Etihad Guest Challenge is a one-of-its-kind competition, letting Etihad passengers catch flights to certain destinations by a certain date and get a lot of miles as prizes.
The Abu Dhabi to Hong Kong flights are also part of the challenge. These inaugural flights took off on 4 November 2025, connecting Abu Dhabi to Hong Kong. EY 870 takes off at 9:15 pm from Zayed International Airport on Monday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday and Sunday to land in Hong Kong the next day at 8:30 am. On the return route, EY 871 takes off from Hong Kong at 7:35 pm on Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, Friday and Saturday to land in Abu Dhabi at 12:25 am on the next day. These flights are strategically timed to suit the needs of different passengers.
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