Cabin Crew Member
مضيف طيران
Protects passenger safety and provides assistance throughout a flight.
Career overview
What they do
Cabin crew prepare the aircraft cabin, explain safety procedures and respond to passenger needs. They complete airline training and practise emergency responses, combining safety responsibilities with customer service.
Typical responsibilities
- Check cabin safety equipment before departure.
- Demonstrate safety procedures to passengers.
- Assist passengers with individual needs.
- Respond to emergencies within training.
- Coordinate cabin service and incident reports.
Skills you'll need
How much it relies on
Work style
Advantages
- Opportunities to experience different destinations.
- Daily contact with diverse people.
- Development of safety and service skills.
Disadvantages
- Irregular hours and time away from home.
- Physical fatigue from standing and travel.
- Responsibility during difficult passenger situations.
Growth & future opportunities
Editorial view: Well suited to students who enjoy service and travel, provided they are comfortable with strict procedures and unpredictable schedules.
Career content is written by the Masari editorial team. Last reviewed 23 Oct 2026.
Study in the UAE
Programs at UAE institutions that lead to this career.
Average tuition
AED 61,800 per year on average for bachelor's programmes with published fees (AED 36,000–75,840, 8 programmes).
Master's: around AED 3,700 per credit hour (1 programmes).
From each university's official fee schedule. Yearly figures for per-credit schedules assume a full-time load of 30 credit hours. Excludes housing, books and other fees.
- Abu Dhabi Hospitality Academy – Les RochesBachelor of Science in Global Hospitality ManagementAbu Dhabi4 yearstypicalNot published
- Ajman UniversityBachelor of Science in International Hospitality Management
- American University of Ras Al KhaimahBachelor of Science in Business Administration (Major in Hospitality and Tourism Management)Ras Al Khaimah4 yearstypicalNot published
- Amity University DubaiBachelor of Hotel Management and Tourism
- Emirates Aviation UniversityBachelor of Science in Aviation ManagementDubai4 yearstypicalNot published
- Higher Colleges of TechnologyBachelor of Tourism ManagementDubai · Abu Dhabi · Sharjah · Fujairah · Ras Al Khaimah4 yearstypicalNot published
- Liwa UniversityBachelor of Business Administration in Tourism and Hospitality ManagementAbu Dhabi4 yearstypicalNot published
- Middlesex University DubaiBachelor of Science International Tourism Management
Programs and accreditation come from the Commission for Academic Accreditation (CAA) register of the Ministry of Higher Education and Scientific Research. Tuition and duration appear once verified on the university's own program page; always confirm admission details with the university.
Scholarships for this path
See all scholarshipsADNOC Accelerator Program Scholars
ADNOC · Employer
ADNOC support for high-potential Emiratis at approved UAE universities.
Abu Dhabi Scholarships – Master's
Abu Dhabi Department of Education and Knowledge (ADEK) · Government
Full-ride master's scholarship in psychology and social work.
Emirates Aviation University scholarships
Emirates Aviation University · University
Chancellor's Scholarship of up to 100% tuition, for up to 10 new students a year.
Ministry of Foreign Affairs Scholarship
Ministry of Foreign Affairs · Government
Study at top universities abroad and then join the UAE diplomatic corps.
UAE job market
Openings collected from connected job sources.
Openings by emirate
Salary range from postings
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Employers hiring
- Etihad Airways · 1
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Job data last updated 25 Oct 2026, 11:02 AM
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