How do I book wheelchair assistance at Etihad

The Accommodating wheelchair service of Etihad

When you have a trip planned with family, then there is no doubt that you might be traveling with kids, senior citizens, pregnant women, or even with physically or visually impaired people. In such situations, it becomes extremely important to make the journey trouble-free for them. If you want them to go through the journey comfortably, then a wheelchair assistant can be hired from the airline, who will be there to help throughout the journey and assist you in boarding the flight, getting through all the security checks, and fulfilling the required formalities. Apart from the wheelchair, there are other multiple assistance services that the airline provides, and we will discuss all of them to enlighten you more about this. 

How to book wheelchair assistance in Etihad Airways?

The wheelchair you are requesting from the Airline can be booked only after the reservations have been made. Then, you need to navigate the Manage Booking to make the required changes or additions. If you have booked the wheelchair online, then a slip will be provided, and you need to show it to the executives at the airport so they can give you assistance: 

• Visit the official website of Etihad Airways.
• Click on Manage, which is given at the right of the homepage. 
• Enter the booking reference with the last name to search for the flight. 
• Navigate to the Menu and select the Additional Services section.
• A form will appear, and you have to choose Wheelchair assistance from the given options. 
• Add the required details of the passengers and click on continue.
• Follow the instructions and pay the charges (if required) to confirm the booking. 

How much Etihad charge for wheelchair assistance?

When you are traveling with Etihad Airways and need wheelchair assistance then it can be requested via the phone, online, or at the airport. No matter what procedure you use and when you request a wheelchair, it will be provided free of cost. 

Is wheelchair assistance free in Etihad Airways?

This is the basic need that people traveling with any disability or problem can access while boarding the flight. It will erase all the troubles they could face and make it comfortable for them. However, the Airline does not charge any cost for this service and provides it free of cost. 

What is the difference between ramp wheelcahir and step wheelchair on Etihad? 

If you have the ramp wheelchair with Etihad, then it will help you get through all the procedures during boarding only through ramps; however, when it comes to the step wheelchair, they will help you cross the stairs easily without any problems. When you are booking special assistance with the airline, you can mention whether you require a ram wheelchair or a step wheelchair. 

How many types of wheelchairs does Etihad provide? 

The airline has wheelchairs for multiple people who are dealing with different issues. We have mentioned the list of people who can acquire a wheelchair from the Airline so there will be no confusion: 

• Unaccompanied Minors 
• Expectant Mothers 
• Medical Assistance 
• People who are physically or visually impaired
• Senior Citizens
• Injured People who need help