Etihad Airways Reviews 

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TrustScore 1.5 out of 5

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Evaluating 49 reviews, most reviewers were let down by their experience overall. Customers frequently complained about terrible customer support, mentioning unhelpful representatives, broken digital tools, and completely unresponsive communication channels when trying to get help. Travelers also experienced frustrating booking and refund issues, facing rigid policies, unexpected fees, and long delays without receiving proper resolutions or timely assistance. Some reviewers were happy with certain aspects, noting a strong business class experience that featured comfortable seating, good catering, and an enjoyable flight on specific routes. Despite these occasional positive highlights, consumers often felt deeply exhausted and disappointed by the severe mismanagement and lack of care during travel disruptions.

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Rated 1 out of 5 stars

Very poor, I guess this is what living in the arabic world is like. No such thing as customer service basically. It's been nearly a month since I filled information regarding a lost item on their flig... See more

Rated 1 out of 5 stars

Do not trust Etihad Airways. When things go wrong, their true colors show. On Feb 28, flight EY102 departed Madrid but was forced to divert right back to the origin. Did Etihad step up to manage t... See more

Rated 1 out of 5 stars

I understand that this is a very unprecedented situation with the war in the Middle East but there is NO communication from Etihad at all. I read hundreds of posts from people who are stuck without an... See more

Rated 1 out of 5 stars

An update on my case. REMOVED from flight INVOLUNTARILY due to OVERBOOKING. Case reference: 2508124838044 Original flight plan 16 hours. Altered flight plan 52 hours. Etihad airways... See more


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Rated 1 out of 5 stars

Etihad cancelled our flight

Etihad cancelled our return flight in the middle of our study trip. There are 20 students stranded here without being given any alternative flights to get home. This is serious mismanagement by Etihad who gave us no options or guidance on resolving the issue.

February 3, 2022
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Rated 1 out of 5 stars

I'm outraged

I'm outraged. I can't believe Etihad has done this. We have been stranded in India as a British citizen and now have no way of going back home. They have not been helpful in helping us with our suddenly cancelled tickets which is appalling and nothing like other airways. Please don't use Etihad Airways as at any inconvenience, they will leave you in a different country when tickets have been cancelled on their end.

February 3, 2022
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Rated 1 out of 5 stars

Stranded by Etihad

Our flights were abruptly cancelled by Etihad with no alternatives given. Flight prices have now soared, and we are no longer able afford to leave India. We are a group of 20 students on a study trip, and the help from Etihad has been appalling. #Stranded #EtihadRubbish

February 3, 2022
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Rated 1 out of 5 stars

Unacceptable service

Our flight got cancelled without any alternatives being offered. We are a group of 20 students on a study trip without travel arrangements to go home. Costumer service was of no help. The costumer service is definetly not up to standards considering the price.

February 3, 2022
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Rated 4 out of 5 stars

Good first hand experience

I boarded the airline for the first time, when British Airways left me in the lurch by cancelling their flight and not caring to inform me.
The best part about Etihad was regular communication regarding rules of the destination country I was visiting and providing ways for faster checkin. I was done within 10 mins of standing in queue. The flight was also good, air hostesses knowledgeable, food was also good. Overall, it was a great experience.

January 23, 2022
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Rated 1 out of 5 stars

The worst company that can exist

The worst company that can exist. I don't know how is it still surviving. If I write down my nightmare here, it would be just a waste of time. I just hope this company goes bankrupt or something.

January 22, 2022
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Rated 1 out of 5 stars

I was not allowed to board the flight…

I was not allowed to board the flight due to missing PCR test report at the final moment, I thought to rebook the flight to another date it was priced at similar(6048 DKK) to my original ticket(4960 DKK). but the penalty and taxes the ETIHAD chose to present me looks like 5500 which is more than my original ticket price. And when I tried for a refund it was not possible. None of the customer care responded over all the thousand numbers they gave on their site. everything is answered by a machine and no option you, if you book through these airlines and trying for a rebook or refund you are most likely will get CHEATED!!

December 6, 2021
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Rated 1 out of 5 stars

6 hour wait for a cancelled flight + Etihad refuses to answer their phones

It took Eithad 2 hours to tell us the flight was canceled and then we had to wait another 4 hours to get our bags back. Not only did it take 4 hours to get our bags off the plane that was sitting right there, but they also managed to break the clasp on my brand new Rimowa suitcase. I've tried to call Etihad repeatedly and their phone system tells you to go to their website to purchase a ticket and then disconnects. There is no way to get in touch with Etihad because they don't wish to speak with their customers.

November 16, 2021
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Rated 1 out of 5 stars

Etihad air way fake and worst company…

Etihad air way fake and worst company one month ago book Etihad air line ticket through agency flights Catcher site cheaper done my PCR £80 time closer 1 days left company sent email flight cencel I ring flight catheter told we only booked ticket rung Etihad told contact agency both fake grabe money sell one ticket on how many people like auction or bedding everyone check review never use fake company.. every day ethid sent me email request update your flight pay more for business because the know my flight book in £440 short time cencel flight about £1000 give me more loss no one use these company now I’m waiting for my own money

October 28, 2021
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Rated 2 out of 5 stars

Booked a flight in August for trip in November.

Booked a flight in August for November.
Sent a text saying flight is cancelled and call THEM. Said they'll rebook onto the next available flight which had a layover of 19+ hours and weren't willing to offer any lounge stay or hotel stay.

Spoke to an agent who suggested changing destination to nearby airport to minimize the layover ( however this is usually a cheaper ticket). When asked about the price difference, weren't willing to offer the difference as refund or offer any upgrades on the flight ( weight allowances etc).

Really unprofessional from such a big airline. Staff who are not helpful...only advise a refund and rebook option.

October 19, 2021
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Rated 1 out of 5 stars

Etihad Airways has very bad services

Etihad Airways has very bad services, I book a ticket from AUH to the LHE roundtrip last month, and yesterday I received an email saying that my return has been canceled and rebook my flight again. When I try to book it's 5000 AED for one side which is too much. This is the first and last time I book Etihad airways I will never ever book again in my entire life.

October 12, 2021
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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

An international valuable company

An international valuable company. The airline focus on the passenger experience and satisfaction. They work on innovation and give attention to the minimum details in order to respond the customer need. Aboslutely recommended!

April 23, 2021
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