Air Arabia vs Etihad Airways
Side-by-side comparison of Air Arabia and Etihad Airways: cabin and checked baggage allowances, fees, online check-in deadlines, alliances, hubs and contacts.
United Arab Emirates
| Air Arabia | Etihad Airways | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | United Arab Emirates | United Arab Emirates |
| Founded | 2003 | 2003 |
| Type | Low-cost carrier | Full-service airline |
| Main hubs | Sharjah International Airport | - |
| Aircraft types | 2 | 6 |
| Cabin bag weight | 10 kg (22 lb) | 7 kg (15 lb) |
| Cabin bag size | 55 × 40 × 20 cm (22 × 16 × 8 in) | 56 × 36 × 23 cm (22 × 14 × 9 in) |
| Checked bag (Economy) | not included | 23 kg (51 lb) |
| Extra bag fee | from 20 AED | - |
| Online check-in opens | 2 days | 2 days |
| Online check-in closes | 1 h | 1 h |
| Airport check-in fee | free | free |
| Customer service phone | - | +7 499 272 3786 |
Key differences
- Air Arabia allows a heavier cabin bag: 10 kg (22 lb) vs 7 kg (15 lb) at Etihad Airways.
- Air Arabia is a low-cost carrier: expect a cheaper base fare with bags, seats and airport check-in sold separately, while Etihad Airways bundles more into the ticket.
Other comparisons
Allowances shown are for the basic Economy fare on most routes. Fees are the lowest published prices and change often - confirm on the official websites before booking.