Bali is undoubtedly one of the prettiest destinations that one can consider for a splendid and memorable vacation in Indonesia. And now, you can fly from Abu Dhabi directly to Bali, as Etihad Airways has announced its first direct flights to the Indonesian island. Yes, starting from April 2024, the national carrier of the UAE will connect Abu Dhabi to Bali directly.
Etihad Airways To Fly Directly Between Abu Dhabi & Bali
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Come April 2023, and you will be able to fly directly from Abu Dhabi to Bali with Etihad Airways. Yes, it was revealed that the national carrier of the UAE will fly its Boeing 787-9 Dreamliner four times in a week to this beautiful Indonesian island. As such, according to a report by the National News, it was mentioned that EY476, which is the flight number, will be taking off on Tuesdays, Thursdays, Saturdays, and Sundays. And it seems that the departure time will be 10:25 PM from the Terminal A of Abu Dhabi. As such, it will be arriving at Bali’s Denpasar International Airport at 11:35 AM.
There Will Be Four Flights for This
It should be noted that flight EY477 will be the return flight, and it will be leaving on Mondays, Wednesdays, Fridays, and Sundays, by departing from Bali at 6:45 PM. As it happens, it will be arriving back in Abu Dhabi at 11:45 PM. It’s no secret that Bali draws in a large number of tourists each year for its idyllic beaches and exquisite island experiences. In fact, this development comes at a time when the Indonesian Ministry of Tourism and Creative Economy also proposed issuing free entry visas to travellers from 20 countries, with the UAE being one of them.
Citizens Of 20 Countries to Be Allowed Free Entry Visas
The 20 countries whose citizens will be allowed free entry visas include –
- India
- South Korea
- The United States
- France
- Germany
- The United Kingdom
- Australia
- UAE
- Qatar
- Saudi Arabia
- Japan
- Taiwan
- New Zealand
- The Netherlands
- Spain
- Italy
- Australia
- China
It’s worth mentioning that there are two other Middle Eastern countries whose names have not yet been disclosed that will be given this privilege.
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What Can You Do In Bali During A Holiday?
In case you’re wondering, there are many fantastic things you can do in Bali. From visiting the Sacred Monkey Forest Sanctuary to exploring the Tanah Lot Temple, this beautiful destination offers many exquisite places that one can check out during their visit. In fact, the idyllic beaches and pristine waterfalls certainly make a sight for the sore eyes, thereby making it a great destination to consider for a memorable vacation.
So, if you are also considering a memorable holiday in Bali, now is the perfect time to consider one as direct flights from Abu Dhabi begin soon.
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