Etihad adds more destinations to hand baggage only fare

Etihad adds more destinations to hand baggage only fare

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ABU DHABI / WAM

Etihad Airways announced the expansion its hand baggage only 'Deal Fare' which allows travellers to purchase lower fares in Economy Class if no checked baggage is required, to include destinations across Europe and Asia. The 'Deal Fare' includes a complimentary carry-on baggage allowance of 7kg and was initially only available on flights between Abu Dhabi, Bahrain, Kuwait, Oman, Saudi Arabia, Jordan, Lebanon, Egypt and Azerbaijan. Throughout July and August, Etihad is introducing the 'Deal Fare' on new routes including: Belarus, Greece, India, Kazakhstan, Kenya, Maldives, Nepal, Pakistan, Russia, Serbia, Seychelles, Sri Lanka, Sudan and Turkey. Commenting on the announcement, Robin Kamark, Etihad Airways Chief Commercial Officer, said, "Following its success within the GCC region, we are excited to include more destinations that are six hours or less from Abu Dhabi to our 'Deal Fare', giving our guests more options to pack light when travelling for business, weekend getaways or day trips.“ "However, due to current government restrictions in place while travelling, guests are only allowed to bring 5kg of personal hand luggage on board while the complimentary 7kg carry-on baggage allowance attached to the 'Deal Fare' will be checked in for free