Etihad Airways Reports Record Full Year 2025 Profit of $698 Million
- Joe Breitfeller
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Etihad Airways has reported a record full year profit of AED 2.6 billion (US $698 million) on a year-over-year increase in revenue of 21 percent to AED 30.1 billion (US $ 8.4 billion).
On Tuesday (February 24, 2026), Etihad Airways announced their full year financial results for the period ending December 31, 2025. The carrier reported a record full year profit of AED 2.6 billion (US $698 million) on a year-over-year increase in revenue of 21 percent to AED 30.1 billion (US $ 8.4 billion). Etihad’s passenger revenue rose by 24 percent compared to FY 2024 to AED 25.8 billion (US $7.0 billion), reflecting increased capacity, sustained demand, improved load factor and stronger yields. The airline’s cargo revenue increased 8.0 percent compared to the previous year to AED 4.5 billion (US $1.2 billion), supported by higher capacity and volumes. As a result of this expanded capacity and the carrier’s joint venture with SF Express, Etihad became the largest cargo operator between mainland China and the Middle East, operating over 100 monthly cargo services.
In Wednesday’s announcement, Etihad Airways’ CEO, Antonoaldo Neves, said,
“2025 has been a defining year for Etihad, delivering our strongest performance across every key metric and marking our fourth consecutive year of profitability. These results confirm that our strategy is working – growing sustainably, strengthening our financial position, and continuing to deliver a high-quality experience for our guests.
“I would like to sincerely thank our guests for choosing Etihad and trusting us with their journeys, and to thank our people across the airline for their commitment, professionalism and pride in what they do. Their passion for delivering extraordinary experiences has been central to our success during a year of significant growth, and to our ability to welcome more people to Abu Dhabi.
“With a stronger financial position, a growing fleet and a clear sense of purpose, we are well positioned to continue building on this momentum – giving flight to ambition for our guests, our people and to Abu Dhabi.”
Also commenting on the airline’s financial results, Etihad Airways’ Chairman, His Excellency Mohammed Ali Al Shorafa, said,
“Etihad’s record 2025 performance reflects the strength of its long-term strategy and the quality of execution delivered by its leadership and people. As the national airline of the UAE, Etihad plays a central role in advancing Abu Dhabi’s global connectivity, tourism growth and economic diversification, supporting the emirate’s long-term ambitions.”
During 2025, Etihad carried 22.4 million guests, supported by a 21 percent year-over-year capacity increase, with available seat kilometres (ASK) reaching 111.5 billion. Demand remained strong across the network, with the passenger load factor rising to 88.3 percent, up from 86.3 during FY 2024. Etihad’s growth in 2025 accounted for approximately 50 percent of total passenger growth in the UAE, driven by the largest expansion year in the airline’s history. During 2025, Etihad added 29 aircraft, expanding their operating fleet to 127 aircraft. Etihad also increased their network from 94 to 110 destinations in 2025, including service to Atlanta, Prague, Warsaw, Addis Ababa, Phnom Penh, Hanoi and Hong Kong.
Additionally, Etihad made investments during the year across First and Business Class cabins, including fully lie-flat seating on the A321LR, enhanced onboard dining, upgraded amenity kits, and refreshed lounge and ground experiences. On the ground, the airline also enhanced their First Class proposition with personalized concierge services, private chauffeur transfers, dedicated check-in and premium airport experiences, reinforcing a seamless door-to-door journey.
Source: Etihad Airways
