Etihad Airways has said it would carry more than 230,000 passengers during the upcoming Eid Al Adha period. The Abu Dhabi-based airline noted an increase of 20% in the number of travellers during this time of the year. The busiest travel day for the carrier is said to be Saturday, September 26, with top destinations including London, Bangkok, Manila, Sydney and New Delhi. Etihad is reminding passengers to arrive at the airport three hours before their flight to avoid delays.

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