Etihad Airways
EY556 Flight status
According to Trip.com real-time data, the EY556 flight operated by Etihad Airways on Oct 2, 2026 is scheduled to fly from Riyadh (RUH) to Abu Dhabi (AUH). The flight is expected to depart at 16:45 (local time in Riyadh, UTC+3) and land at 19:05 (local time in Abu Dhabi, UTC+4)
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Arrived
The flight has arrived 34m late
2h
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Arrival Gate
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Baggage
5
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Scheduled
Your flight will depart on time.
2h
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Scheduled
Your flight will depart on time.
2h
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EY555
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Abu Dhabi (AUH)
Riyadh (RUH)
Riyadh (RUH)
Scheduled: 15:15
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EY556 Aircraft Details
According to Trip.com real-time data, the EY556 flight flying from Riyadh to Abu Dhabi on 10/2/2026 is operated by the aircraft model Airbus A321neo. This aircraft has been in service for 8y, 5m. The aircraft is equipped with 174 seats.
Airbus A321neo
Punctuality (Departure)
80
%
Punctuality (Arrival)
97
%
Early on average
13 minutes
Age
8y, 5m
Seats
174
Flight Distance
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Economy
Business
In-Flight Services
Snacks
Inflight entertainment is available
Wi-Fi (additional charge)
USB port
Seat Information
81 cm
Legroom
46 cm
Seat width better than on 25% of flights
100°
Reclining Angle
3-3
Seat layout example
In-Flight Services
Snacks
Inflight entertainment is available
Wi-Fi is available
USB port and power outlet
Seat Information
124 cm
More legroom than on 25% of flights
53 cm
Seat width better than on 25% of flights
135°
Reclining Angle
2-2
Seat layout example
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Flight History for EY556
Trip.com historical records show that the last EY556 flight departed on Thu, Oct 1 from RUH at approximately 18:03. This flight is expected to arrrive in AUH at 20:19.
| Date | Airport | Aircraft Model | Departure | Arrival | Status | |
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| Departure | Arrival | |||||
| Sun, Sep 27 | Riyadh (RUH) | Abu Dhabi (AUH) | 321 | 16:53 | 19:13 | Arrived |
| Mon, Sep 28 | Riyadh (RUH) | Abu Dhabi (AUH) | A20N | 17:51 | 20:10 | Arrived |
| Tue, Sep 29 | Riyadh (RUH) | Abu Dhabi (AUH) | 320 | 17:12 | 19:40 | Arrived |
| Wed, Sep 30 | Riyadh (RUH) | Abu Dhabi (AUH) | 320 | 17:33 | 19:53 | Arrived |
| Thu, Oct 1 | Riyadh (RUH) | Abu Dhabi (AUH) | 789 | 18:03 | 20:19 | Arrived |
| Fri, Oct 2 | Riyadh (RUH) | Abu Dhabi (AUH) | A21N | 16:45 | 19:05 | Scheduled |
| Sat, Oct 3 | Riyadh (RUH) | Abu Dhabi (AUH) | 320 | 16:45 | 19:45 | Scheduled |
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EY556 On-Time Performance
Based on the average performance of this flight over the past 30 trips, the on-time departure rate of EY556 is 80% (Late on average 21 minutes), and the on-time arrival rate is 97% (Early on average 13 minutes).
On-Time Departures
Punctuality
80
%
Late on average
21 minutes
Early
0
%
On time
80
%
30 mins late
10
%
60 mins late
10
%
90 mins late
0
%
Cancelled
0
%
On-Time Arrivals
Punctuality
97
%
Early on average
13 minutes
Early
83
%
On time
13
%
30 mins late
3
%
60 mins late
0
%
90 mins late
0
%
Cancelled
0
%
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Flight FAQs
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What is the current status of flight ey556?
Flight ey556 has not departed yet and is currently on schedule. Scheduled departure 16:45, arrival 19:45 (updated Oct 2, 2026). -
Is flight ey556 on time today?
Flight ey556 has not departed yet and is currently on schedule. Scheduled departure is 16:45, with arrival at 19:45. Recheck gate and timing before you head to the airport. -
Has flight ey556 departed yet? What is the departure time?
Flight ey556 is scheduled to depart at 16:45. The latest actual or estimated departure time is 16:45, and the current status is Scheduled (updated Oct 2, 2026). -
When is flight ey556 scheduled to arrive?
Flight ey556 is scheduled to arrive at 19:45. The latest estimated or actual arrival time is 19:05. Status is Scheduled as of Oct 2, 2026. -
What route does flight ey556 fly?
Flight ey556 is operated by Etihad Airways from Riyadh (RUH) to Abu Dhabi (AUH). Typical flight time is about 2 hours; operating days may include Friday. -
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If flight ey556 is delayed or canceled, what should I do?
If ey556 is delayed or canceled, first confirm the latest status here (Scheduled, updated Oct 2, 2026). Contact Etihad Airways or your booking channel for rebooking or refund options, and check Trip.com Manage Booking if you booked on Trip.com. -
Has flight ey556 departed from Riyadh?
Flight ey556 has not departed from Riyadh (RUH) yet and is currently on schedule for 16:45. -
What is the seat configuration for flight ey556?
Flight ey556 usually flies a Airbus A321neo with seat layout 3-3. Layouts can differ by aircraft subtype and cabin product—confirm your seat map in Manage Booking after you purchase.
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