The UAE flight routes launching in 2026
Though Emirates, Air Arabia, flydubai and Wizz Air Abu Dhabi haven't announced new routes yet, they're still carriers to keep on your radar.
Abu Dhabi to Salalah, Oman
Launching: May 21, 2026 (Etihad)
Etihad will launch flights to Salalah starting twice weekly (on Sundays and Thursdays), increasing to daily from mid-June to mid-September. The southern Omani city is a rare summer oasis in the Arabian Peninsula, famous for its Khareef monsoon season, when misty mountains and waterfalls transform the landscape into a lush escape.
Abu Dhabi to Krakow, Poland
Launching: June 16, 2026 (Etihad)
Krakow service with Etihad will include flights operating three times a week (Tuesdays, Thursdays and Saturdays) until September 5. Known for its medieval Old Town, Gothic churches and cafe-lined squares, Krakow also provides access to Poland's Tatra Mountains.
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