The UAE’s national carrier Etihad Airways reported a record net profit of AED 2.6 billion (USD 698 million) for 2025, marking the strongest financial performance in the airline’s history. Post-tax profit rose 47% year-on-year, making it the fourth consecutive year of annual profitability.
During the year, Etihad carried 22.4 million passengers, a 21% increase compared to the previous year, positioning it among the fastest-growing full-service network carriers globally. Total revenue climbed 21% to AED 30.7 billion. Passenger revenue rose 24% to AED 25.8 billion, while cargo revenue increased 8% to AED 4.5 billion. The airline’s passenger load factor improved to 88.3%, underlining stronger operational efficiency.
In 2025, the addition of 29 aircraft brought the operational fleet to 127—the largest in the company’s history. At the same time, the number of destinations expanded from 94 to 110. Supported by strong cash flow, Etihad financed its investments organically and achieved an upgrade in its credit rating.
Company management described the results as a reflection of its sustainable growth strategy, noting that despite rapid capacity expansion, customer satisfaction also reached record levels.
