Etihad Airways Fees
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Comprehensive reference of documented fees for Etihad Airways. Data points are linked to official sources and verified for 2026 travel.
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Documented Fees
9 Verified Rows
| Category | Amount | Conditions | Pricing | When | Source |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Carry on | 0.00 USD | Economy Class: 1 cabin bag up to 7 kg plus 1 personal item; Business and First Class have higher allowances; size limits apply; per flight | Not published | Not published | Source ↗ |
| Checked baggage | 0.00 USD | Checked baggage included on most fares; allowance varies by route (piece or weight concept), cabin, and fare family | per direction | Not published | Source ↗ |
| Checked baggage | Varies USD | Additional checked baggage purchased in advance; price varies by route, baggage concept, and timing; online rates are lower than airport rates; at booking / manage booking | Not published | Not published | Source ↗ |
| Overweight baggage | Varies USD | Overweight baggage fees apply when exceeding the ticketed allowance; maximum single bag weight is 32 kg; fees depend on route and baggage concept | Not published | at airport | Source ↗ |
| Oversize baggage | Varies USD | Oversize baggage applies to items exceeding standard size limits; acceptance and fees depend on route and aircraft; payment at airport | Not published | at airport | Source ↗ |
| Seat selection | 0.00 USD | Standard seat selection included on Comfort and Deluxe fares; free seat selection also available at check-in for eligible fares; at booking / check-in | Not published | Not published | Source ↗ |
| Seat selection | Varies USD | Seat selection fees apply on Value fares and for preferred or extra legroom seats; pricing varies by route and timing; at booking / manage booking | Not published | Not published | Source ↗ |
| Change cancellation | Varies USD | Change and cancellation fees depend on fare family and route; fare difference may apply; before departure | Not published | Not published | Source ↗ |
| Unaccompanied minor | Varies USD | Unaccompanied Minor service available for eligible ages; fees and routing restrictions apply | per direction | Not published | Source ↗ |
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