Emirates vs Etihad Airways
Side-by-side comparison of Emirates and Etihad Airways: cabin and checked baggage allowances, fees, online check-in deadlines, alliances, hubs and contacts.
United Arab Emirates
| Emirates | Etihad Airways | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | United Arab Emirates | United Arab Emirates |
| Founded | 1985 | 2003 |
| Type | Full-service airline | Full-service airline |
| Main hubs | Dubai International Airport | - |
| Aircraft types | 2 | 6 |
| Cabin bag weight | 7 kg (15 lb) | 7 kg (15 lb) |
| Cabin bag size | 55 × 38 × 20 cm (22 × 15 × 8 in) | 56 × 36 × 23 cm (22 × 14 × 9 in) |
| Checked bag (Economy) | 20 kg (44 lb) | 23 kg (51 lb) |
| Extra bag fee | from 30 USD / kg | - |
| Online check-in opens | 2 days | 2 days |
| Online check-in closes | 1 h 30 min | 1 h |
| Airport check-in fee | free | free |
| Customer service phone | +971 4 708 1111 | +7 499 272 3786 |
Key differences
- Etihad Airways includes more checked baggage in the basic Economy fare: 23 kg (51 lb) vs 20 kg (44 lb) at Emirates.
- Etihad Airways lets you check in online closer to departure (1 h vs 1 h 30 min).
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.