Etihad launches A321LR with premium cabins on narrowbody aircraft

Etihad Airways, the UAE’s national carrier, has debuted its all-new A321LR aircraft on flight EY414 from Zayed International Airport (AUH) to Phuket (HKT) on Friday 1 August 2025.

 

The aircraft brings Etihad’s signature widebody experience to a narrowbody model operating short- and medium-haul routes with premium cabins typically found only on long-haul flights.

 

The Etihad A321LR features a full premium cabin layout. The First Suites comprise flat beds, a 20-inch 4K screen, wireless charging and Bluetooth connectivity, along with signature Etihad First service onboard and on the ground.

 

In Business, there are 14 herringbone-configured seats with direct aisle access and window views, 17.3-inch 4K display screens, wireless charging and Bluetooth connectivity.

 

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Economy comprises 144 ergonomically-designed seats with generous legroom, 13.3-inch 4K touchscreens, USB charging and Bluetooth headphone pairing, and a diverse entertainment library to cater to viewers of every age.

 

The next-gen A321LR aircraft, the first of 30 such jets to join the fleet, also offers high-speed connectivity across all cabins. 

 

Etihad Airways Chief Revenue Officer Arik De commented: “The A321LR symbolises our ambition to deliver extraordinary experiences on every route we serve. It allows us to bring the sophistication of our widebody cabins, including our renowned First experience, to more destinations and to more travellers than ever before.”

 

For more information, visit www.etihad.com