ABU DHABI — Etihad Airways is bringing its A380 aircraft to the Abu Dhabi – Toronto route, starting June 24.

The double-decker planes will link Zayed Abu Dhabi International (AUH) and Toronto Pearson.

“We’re delighted to start flying our remarkable A380 to Canada, and we know our guests love the onboard experience. Whether they are flying in Economy, Business, First or the three-room suite in the sky, The Residence, they will relish the attentive service from our dedicated crew,” said Arik De, Chief Revenue and Commercial Officer, Etihad Airways.

“Deploying the A380 on the popular Toronto route is a strategic move to meet customer demand for increased capacity while expanding our network. Given Toronto’s popularity among Etihad’s customers, enhancing our capacity in the Canadian market is a logical step. This will strengthen connections to the broader GCC and Indian subcontinent and attract more visitors to experience the vibrant city of Abu Dhabi,” he added.

With Etihad’s Abu Dhabi Stopover program, travellers can extend their layovers into overnight stays, with up to two complimentary nights at premium hotels in Abu Dhabi.

Etihad is celebrating the launch of the A380 on the AUH-YYZ route with a new seat sale.

Starting today, Feb. 27, and running through March 5, special themed one-way fares to Abu Dhabi start at Cdn$880 in Economy, $2,380 in Business Class and $8,380 in First Class. With the sale, return fares start at $1,380 in Economy, $3,380 in Business Class and $10,380 in First Class. The travel window is June 24 – Dec. 8.

Etihad’s A380s also offer The Residence, the world’s only three-room suite in the sky. Accommodating up to two guests, The Residence features a private living room, bedroom, and ensuite bathroom, complete with a shower at 40,000 feet.

Flight EY21 will depart AUH at 2:40 a.m., arriving in Toronto at 9 a.m. Flight EY22 will leave Toronto at 1:40 p.m., arriving at AUH at 11 a.m.