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This article is meant to offer a detailed idea about the free Etihad Shuttle buses catering to the needs of passengers at Zayed International Airport, Dubai and Al Ain. Just remember to book the option at the time of flight booking.
Etihad Shuttle: Schedule and drop-off/pick-up locations
You can easily book the free Etihad Shuttle at the time of booking flights on the airline. Call Etihad or talk to local travel agents to book. But if you have already booked your Etihad flight, you can’t add the shuttle to an existing booking.
Etihad passengers landing at Zayed International Airport are requested to clear customs and pay attention to the signs to the Etihad Shuttle. These buses run to and from the airport to Dubai and Al Ain.
Etihad Shuttle: To and from Dubai
In Dubai, the Etihad Shuttle pick-up and drop-off location is at the Al Wasl Centre – located in the heart of the UAE emirate and close to the city’s major attractions. The entire journey takes about 75 minutes. Let’s get an idea about the schedule.
Zayed International Airport to Dubai
| Coach Number | Zayed International Airport | Dubai |
| EY 5412 | 00:15 | 02:15 |
| EY 5414 | 01:20 | 03:20 |
| EY 5416 | 02:50 | 04:50 |
| EY 5418 | 08:00 | 10:00 |
| EY 5420 | 08:25 | 10:25 |
| EY 5422 | 10:50 | 12:50 |
| EY 5424 | 14:50 | 16:50 |
| EY 5426 | 20:40 | 22:40 |
| EY 5428 | 21:00 | 23:00 |
| EY 5430 | 22:00 | 00:00 |
Dubai to Zayed International Airport
| Coach Number | Dubai | Zayed International Airport |
| EY 5411 | 03:55 | 05:55 |
| EY 5413 | 05:20 | 07:20 |
| EY 5415 | 10:05 | 12:05 |
| EY 5417 | 12:40 | 14:40 |
| EY 5419 | 16:35 | 18:35 |
| EY 5421 | 18:00 | 20:00 |
| EY 5423 | 19:00 | 21:00 |
| EY 5425 | 22:10 | 00:10 |
| EY 5427 | 22:30 | 00:30 |
| EY 5429 | 23:00 | 01:00 |
Etihad Shuttle: To and from Al Ain
Al Ain is one of the largest cities in the UAE and is part of the capital emirate, Abu Dhabi. The free Etihad Shuttle drops off and picks up in the city centre of Al Ain. The entire journey from Zayed International Airport to Al Ain takes about 90 minutes.
Zayed International Airport to Al Ain
| Coach Number | Zayed International Airport | Al Ain |
| EY 5401 | 02:50 | 05:20 |
| EY 5403 | 09:30 | 12:00 |
| EY 5405 | 14:50 | 17:20 |
| EY 5407 | 21:20 | 23:50 |
Al Ain to Zayed International Airport
| Coach Number | Al Ain | Zayed International Airport |
| EY 5400 | 03:25 | 05:55 |
| EY 5402 | 09:35 | 12:05 |
| EY 5404 | 16:05 | 18:35 |
| EY 5406 | 21:40 | 00:10 |
Free Etihad Shuttle: Terms and Conditions
1. It must be highlighted in the beginning itself that the free Etihad Shuttle can be used by customers flying on Etihad-operated flights or boarding an OAL-marked flight, operated by the promising UAE-based airline.
2. Etihad Shuttle buses run to and from Zayed International Airport to Dubai and Al Ain.
3. Etihad Shuttle buses must be booked 24 hours prior to travel.
4. Bookings made in less than 24 hours from flight departure are not going to be confirmed.
5. Customers not holding a confirmed Etihad Shuttle reservation can not use the buses.
6. Etihad Shuttle is not available for Unaccompanied Minors (UM).
7. Etihad Shuttle is possibly not available for customers suffering from medical conditions or reduced mobility.
8. Customers are requested to ensure a minimum connecting time of 2.5 hours to connect to departures from Zayed International Airport.
9. Etihad Shuttle can only be used by customers having a corresponding arriving or departing flight from Zayed International Airport on the same day. The buses can’t be boarded on any other days under any situations.
10. Etihad Shuttle buses could get delayed or cancelled because of adverse atmospheric conditions or directions from authorities.
The free Etihad Shuttle option is offered by third-party providers. They assume responsibility for all trips in terms of insurance and liabilities. If someone is required to use alternative transport, they can arrange this at their personal expenses.
Zayed International Airport shuttle to and from Dubai
In addition to the free Etihad Shuttle from Zayed International Airport, there is another shuttle option from the same airport to Ibn Battuta Bus Station in Dubai. These buses run round-the-clock and non-stop. Tickets come around Dh35 per person.
The bus departs at hourly gaps from Ibn Battuta Bus Station near the Ibn Battuta Metro Station and Ibn Battuta Mall. It drops passengers at Zayed International Airport. The entire journey is a seamless experience and takes roughly 90 minutes.
You can purchase tickets for the Zayed International Airport shuttle buses at the Ibn Battuta Metro Station or at the airport. There is also the option to buy the tickets at zayedinternationalairport.ae/en/Transport/Airport-shuttle.
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