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Flights to Abu Dhabi - Travel Insights & Trends

Get data-powered insights and trends into flights to Abu Dhabi to help you find the cheapest flights, the best time to fly and much more.

What is the cheapest flight to Abu Dhabi?

These are the best prices found by users searching on KAYAK in the last 72 hours.
The flight route Sydney to Abu Dhabi was the most popular route on KAYAK over the last 3 days. A return flight could be found for AED 3,750. Also in the last 3 days, Melbourne was the most budget-friendly place to find a flight to Abu Dhabi with one-way tickets at AED 5,729 and AED 10,342 return.

What is the cheapest day to fly to Abu Dhabi?

The average price of all flights to Abu Dhabi clicked on KAYAK for each day over the last 12 months.
Based on KAYAK data, the cheapest day to fly to Abu Dhabi is Tuesday where tickets can be as cheap as AED 4,453. On the other hand, the most expensive day to fly is Thursday, where prices are AED 5,333 on average.

What is the cheapest month to fly to Abu Dhabi?

To calculate monthly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each month over the last year for flights to Abu Dhabi, removes the top 0.1% to account for outliers, and then takes the median of all values for each month.
The cheapest month for flights to Abu Dhabi is February, where tickets cost AED 4,146 on average for one-way flights. On the other hand, the most expensive months are July and December, where the average cost of tickets from Australia is AED 12,072 and AED 6,354 respectively. For return trips, the best month to travel is January with an average price of AED 3,915.

What is the cheapest time of day to fly to Abu Dhabi?

The average price for all flights to Abu Dhabi depending on the time of departure, clicked by users on KAYAK in the last 2 weeks.
The cheapest time of day to fly to Abu Dhabi is generally at night, when flights cost AED 5,432 on average. The most expensive time of day to fly to Abu Dhabi is generally at night, which is peak travel time and where the average cost of a ticket is AED 5,432.

What is a good deal for flights to Abu Dhabi?

If you’re looking for cheap airfare to Abu Dhabi, 25% of our users found tickets to Abu Dhabi for the following prices or less: From Sydney AED 1,864 one-way - AED 3,999 return.

How far in advance should I book a flight to Abu Dhabi?

To calculate daily average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each day before departure over the last year for flights to Abu Dhabi, removes the top 0.1% to account for outliers, and then takes the average of all the values for each month.
To get a below average price, you should book around 1 week before departure. For the absolute cheapest price, our data suggests you should book 153 days before departure.

Good to know

Low season

August

High season

December

Cheapest flight

AED 1,561
Best time to beat the crowds but there is an average 5% increase in price.
Most popular time to fly (23% more expensive on average)
Flight from Melbourne to Abu Dhabi

FAQs - booking Abu Dhabi flights

  • How do I travel from Abu Dhabi Airport into the city?

    The recommended public transport for tourists is the bus service. You can find stops outside Terminals 1 and 2 which are indicated by the blue and white signs. There are a number of different services that run to and from the airport, stopping at various points throughout the city, including the Al Rahba Hospital and the central Old Fish Market on Al Nasr. Tickets cost approximately 4 AED (1.60 AUD).

  • Do I need a visa to visit Abu Dhabi?

    Australian passport holders do technically require a visa to enter the United Arab Emirates (UAE), however, you will not need to arrange this before your arrival. Instead, you just need to disembark from your flight to Abu Dhabi and a 30-day single-entry visa will be added to your passport and stamped free of charge when you pass through immigration.

  • Where can I purchase some of the local currency?

    You can pick up some of the local currency, United Arab Emirates Dirham, at the Abu Dhabi Airport from one of the numerous currency exchange services throughout. Companies include Abu Dhabi Islamic Bank, the Al Falah Exchange Company, and the global company Travelex. Alternatively, there are foreign card ATMs available in the Arrivals Area that can be used 24h.

  • How busy is the Abu Dhabi Airport?

    The Abu Dhabi International Airport is the second largest airport in the United Arab Emirates after Dubai, and one of the biggest transit airports in the world. It is therefore recommended that you give yourself plenty of time to cross the airport. As it can be very busy during peak traffic times, it is also recommended that you give plenty of time to pass through processes such as baggage claims, immigration, and security.

  • Are there onsite airport hotels at the Abu Dhabi Airport?

    There are two main airport hotels at the airport. The Aerotel is located inside Terminal 1 and is more suitable for those in transit. The Premier Inn Hotel can be accessed from Terminal 1 or 3 from the Skypark retail corridor, in the public area. Alternatively, if you just need a power-nap, you can find GoSleep sleeping pods in the upper level of Terminal 3.

  • What is the cheapest flight to Abu Dhabi?

    The flight route Sydney to Abu Dhabi was the most popular route on KAYAK over the last 3 days. A return flight could be found for AED 3,750. Also in the last 3 days, Melbourne was the most budget-friendly place to find a flight to Abu Dhabi with one-way tickets at AED 5,729 and AED 10,342 return.

  • How far is Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl Airport from central Abu Dhabi?

    The city centre of Abu Dhabi is 28 km from Abu Dhabi.

  • What is the name of Abu Dhabi’s airport?

    There is only 1 airport in Abu Dhabi, called Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl Airport (AUH). It can also be referred to as Zayed Intl.

  • How much is a flight to Abu Dhabi?

    On average, a flight to Abu Dhabi costs AED 3,293. The cheapest price found on KAYAK in the last 2 weeks cost AED 1,791 and departed from Sydney Kingsford Smith Airport.

  • How does KAYAK find such low prices on flights to Abu Dhabi?

    KAYAK is a travel search engine. That means we look across the web to find the best prices we can find for our users. With over 2 billion flight queries processed yearly, we are able to display a variety of prices and options on flights to Abu Dhabi.

  • How does KAYAK's flight Price Forecast tool help me choose the right time to buy my flight ticket to Abu Dhabi?

    KAYAK’s flight Price Forecast tool uses historical data to determine whether the price for a flight to Abu Dhabi is likely to change within 7 days, so travellers know whether to wait or book now.

  • What is the Hacker Fare option on flights to Abu Dhabi?

    Hacker Fares allow you to combine one-way tickets in order to save you money over a traditional round-trip ticket. You could then fly to Abu Dhabi with an airline and back with another airline.

  • What is KAYAK's "flexible dates" feature and why should I care when looking for a flight to Abu Dhabi?

    Sometimes travel dates aren't set in stone. If your preferred travel dates have some wiggle room, flexible dates will show you all the options when flying to Abu Dhabi up to 3 days before/after your preferred dates. You can then pick the flights that suit you best.

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Top tips for finding cheap flights to Abu Dhabi

  • Looking for cheap airfare to Abu Dhabi? 25% of our users found return tickets to Abu Dhabi for the following prices or less: From Sydney AED 2,931
  • Book at least 1 week before departure in order to get a below-average price.
  • High season is considered to be January, November and December. The cheapest month to fly from Australia is January.
  • Enter your preferred departure airport and travel dates into the search form above to unlock the latest Abu Dhabi flight deals.
  • The major service that runs flights from Australia to the Abu Dhabi International Airport (ABU) is Etihad Airways. This airline is based at the Abu Dhabi Airport and utilises most of the terminal’s space.
  • Before travelling into the city you can pick up a range of different supplies, from food to toiletries to pharmaceuticals, at the Skypark Plaza. This shopping centre is in the airport, just outside of Terminal 3.
  • If you need to store luggage for the day you can find short term luggage storage in the Arrivals Hall of Terminals 1 and 3. Prices start at 10.50 AED (4.20 AUD) for smaller bags.
  • Those who require additional assistance through the airport can hire the Golden Class Meet and Assist service to help you with your bags from the air bridge and take you through their fast track lane at immigration.
  • If you need transport between the Abu Dhabi Airport Terminals, you can take advantage of the complimentary airport shuttle service which runs between Terminals 1 and 2 every 15min.
  • Those who would like to purchase a local SIM card to use during your stay to avoid roaming charges can find them at the Etisalat kiosks in the Arrivals Hall. Phone cards for payphones can be purchased at the Relay and Jashanmal newsstands.
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Prefer to fly direct to Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl?

Find which airlines fly direct to Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl Airport, which days they fly and book direct flights.

Direct departures

Australia to Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

Monday

ANA, Aeroflot, Air Arabia Abu Dhabi, +49 more

ANA, Aeroflot, +50 more

Tuesday

ANA, Aegean Airlines, Aeroflot, +50 more

ANA, Aegean Airlines, +51 more

Wednesday

ANA, Aeroflot, Air Arabia Abu Dhabi, +49 more

ANA, Aeroflot, +50 more

Thursday

ANA, Aegean Airlines, Aeroflot, +52 more

ANA, Aegean Airlines, +53 more

Friday

ANA, Aeroflot, Air Arabia Abu Dhabi, +50 more

ANA, Aeroflot, +51 more

Saturday

ANA, Aeroflot, Air Arabia Abu Dhabi, +50 more

ANA, Aeroflot, +51 more

Sunday

ANA, Aegean Airlines, Aeroflot, +52 more

ANA, Aegean Airlines, +53 more

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Direct returns

Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl to Australia

Monday

ANA, Aeroflot, Air Arabia Abu Dhabi, +49 more

ANA, Aeroflot, +50 more

Tuesday

ANA, Aegean Airlines, Aeroflot, +50 more

ANA, Aegean Airlines, +51 more

Wednesday

ANA, Aeroflot, Air Arabia Abu Dhabi, +49 more

ANA, Aeroflot, +50 more

Thursday

ANA, Aegean Airlines, Aeroflot, +52 more

ANA, Aegean Airlines, +53 more

Friday

ANA, Aeroflot, Air Arabia Abu Dhabi, +50 more

ANA, Aeroflot, +51 more

Saturday

ANA, Aeroflot, Air Arabia Abu Dhabi, +50 more

ANA, Aeroflot, +51 more

Sunday

ANA, Aegean Airlines, Aeroflot, +52 more

ANA, Aegean Airlines, +53 more

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Top airline flying from Australia to Abu Dhabi

 
See real verified KAYAK customer reviews for airlines flying to Abu Dhabi. Airline scores are aggregated from all reviews left by passengers on KAYAK after flying with an airline from Australia to Abu Dhabi. KAYAK doesn’t show reviews that are older than 5 years. Learn how KAYAK collects reviews.
Need help choosing which airline to fly with to Abu Dhabi? KAYAK airline reviews give an overall score for each airline based on loads of factors, including comfort, boarding, in-flight entertainment and more, to make your decision easier. See airline scores according to verified KAYAK customer reviews.
7.3
Etihad AirwaysOverall score based on 1232 reviews
7.2Comfort
7.7Crew
7.5Boarding
7.1Food
7.2Entertainment
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we were delayed from Athens to Abu Dhabi by an hour and a half, so I had trouble connecting the flight from there to Bali. It could have been done had they waited even 15 mins. There was another lady who was in the same boat. By the time we were half way across the terminal, they have actually already issued different flights for us to go Jakarta then to Bali. Not to mention the inconvenience of waiting over 4 hrs at the airport and the subsequent inconvenience, we did not arrive to Bali till after 800pm the next day, which means I paid for the hotel for nothing when I could have been there before noon the next day! There was little explanation. It was just as well I needed some assistance getting around, otherwise the 2 of us would have been completely lost! Not going to fly with them again!

2.0 Mediocreannette, Oct 2024ATH - AUH
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we were delayed from Athens to Abu Dhabi by an hour and a half, so I had trouble connecting the flight from there to Bali. It could have been done had they waited even 15 mins. There was another lady who was in the same boat. By the time we were half way across the terminal, they have actually already issued different flights for us to go Jakarta then to Bali. Not to mention the inconvenience of waiting over 4 hrs at the airport and the subsequent inconvenience, we did not arrive to Bali till after 800pm the next day, which means I paid for the hotel for nothing when I could have been there before noon the next day! There was little explanation. It was just as well I needed some assistance getting around, otherwise the 2 of us would have been completely lost! Not going to fly with them again!

Likes: on time departure, new plane Didn’t like:very poor quality food, very limited entertainment.no amenity kit etc.

The seat was like there is no leg space....there were no proper option for food in the airline. It seemed like the airline was at brink of bankruptcy. The crew was helpful except for a few.

Bad. Flight was very uncomfortable with narrow and shallow seats, very little food and water. I will not fly etihad again.

Boarding catastrophic let alone have to claimb the plain rather than using jetway. 5.5 hr delay leaving had to do stop in Lgw for a new crew which further compounded the delay. Connecting flight would not wait and had to pend a night in a hotel. Curiously my seat would not go full flat.

Good. The food was very bad. Except for the chicken rice, rest of the dish went to trash.

The flight was delayed which cause me to miss my connecting flight in AbuDhsbi airport.

I did not have a good experience in both flights of Etihad. First of all, when I was booking the flight, there were two options. The first option was a cheaper flight with longer layover (9 hrs), or a more expensive flight with shorter layover (2 hrs). I booked the expensive flight with shorter layover because I wanted a more comfortable trip. A few days before the trip, Etihad informed me that the departure time of my first flight will change 7 hours earlier, leading to an 9 hour layover, without giving me another option nor reimbursing me for the extra cost. They didn’t even send me an apologetic email for this change. Regarding the flight experience, I would rate it as mediocre. This is mostly because the pilots of both flights did their best to give us the worst approach to airports that I have ever experienced. In the case of the first flight they had to aboard the landing and took off again right before touching the landing strip. The captain said that it was due to wind conditions but the second time the pilot followed the same direction as the first time to land the plane.

Liked leg room Disliked unable to book to sit with my family on same flight without paying extra

Long way to improve. Toilets not working. Bad handling when flight was canceled

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Recent return flight deals

 
These are the cheapest return flights to Abu Dhabi found on KAYAK in the last 72 hours.
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2 stops
29h 00mMEL-AUH
19/1Κυρ
2 stops
31h 55mAUH-MEL
AED 2,817
11/1Σαβ
2 stops
34h 15mMEL-AUH
19/1Κυρ
2 stops
31h 55mAUH-MEL
AED 2,835
25/2Τρι
1 stopSriLankan Airlines
35h 50mSYD-AUH
10/4Πεμ
1 stopSriLankan Airlines
33h 55mAUH-SYD
AED 3,750
24/2Δευ
2 stopsSriLankan Airlines
37h 05mSYD-AUH
10/4Πεμ
1 stopSriLankan Airlines
33h 55mAUH-SYD
AED 3,985
24/2Δευ
1 stopQatar Airways
31h 15mSYD-AUH
10/4Πεμ
1 stopQatar Airways
17h 25mAUH-SYD
AED 4,168
20/1Δευ
2 stopsIndiGo
46h 00mBNE-AUH
30/1Πεμ
2 stopsIndiGo
24h 55mAUH-BNE
AED 4,374
5/1Κυρ
1 stopEtihad Airways
39h 30mMEL-AUH
2/2Κυρ
directEtihad Airways
13h 05mAUH-MEL
AED 4,433
25/2Τρι
directEtihad Airways
14h 30mSYD-AUH
10/4Πεμ
directEtihad Airways
13h 30mAUH-SYD
AED 4,444
20/1Δευ
2 stopsIndiGo
46h 00mBNE-AUH
29/1Τετ
2 stopsIndiGo
45h 00mAUH-BNE
AED 4,481
7/1Τρι
1 stopQatar Airways
17h 45mMEL-AUH
4/2Τρι
1 stopQatar Airways
17h 25mAUH-MEL
AED 4,969

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Recent one-way flight deals

 
Only flying one-way? Below are some of the best deals for one-way flights to Abu Dhabi found on KAYAK in the last 72 hours.
26/11Τρι
3 stops
49h 45mMEL-AUH
AED 1,561
8/12Κυρ
3 stops
49h 40mMEL-AUH
AED 1,719
17/5Σαβ
3 stops
43h 20mMEL-AUH
AED 1,774
26/11Τρι
1 stopQatar Airways
24h 40mMEL-AUH
AED 2,387
28/1Τρι
1 stopSriLankan Airlines
35h 50mSYD-AUH
AED 2,556
28/1Τρι
1 stopSriLankan Airlines
35h 50mSYD-AUH
AED 2,571
27/12Παρ
1 stopHainan Airlines
41h 40mMEL-AUH
AED 2,648
28/1Τρι
directEtihad Airways
14h 30mSYD-AUH
AED 3,136
28/1Τρι
directEtihad Airways
14h 30mSYD-AUH
AED 3,155
26/12Πεμ
1 stopQatar Airways
25h 45mSYD-AUH
AED 3,882

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Last minute flight, train and bus deals

 
These last-minute flight deals are the cheapest flights found on KAYAK in the last 72 hours for flights to Abu Dhabi that are departing in the next 10 days.
24/11Κυρ
multi-stop
42h 10mMEL-AUH
2/12Δευ
multi-stop
23h 15mAUH-MEL
AED 3,202
24/11Κυρ
multi-stop
37h 20mMEL-AUH
2/12Δευ
multi-stop
38h 40mAUH-MEL
AED 3,368
25/11Δευ
multi-stop
25h 40mMEL-AUH
2/12Δευ
multi-stop
23h 15mAUH-MEL
AED 3,555
21/11Πεμ
multi-stopSriLankan Airlines
37h 05mSYD-AUH
26/11Τρι
multi-stopSriLankan Airlines
25h 25mAUH-SYD
AED 3,926
25/11Δευ
multi-stopQatar Airways
24h 40mMEL-AUH
2/12Δευ
multi-stopQatar Airways
22h 25mAUH-MEL
AED 4,062
25/11Δευ
multi-stopSriLankan Airlines
55h 00mSYD-AUH
28/11Πεμ
multi-stopSriLankan Airlines
33h 55mAUH-SYD
AED 4,279
21/11Πεμ
multi-stopQatar Airways
20h 10mSYD-AUH
26/11Τρι
multi-stopQatar Airways
36h 30mAUH-SYD
AED 4,407
25/11Δευ
directEtihad Airways
14h 30mSYD-AUH
28/11Πεμ
directEtihad Airways
13h 30mAUH-SYD
AED 4,627
23/11Σαβ
directEtihad Airways
14h 30mSYD-AUH
7/12Σαβ
directEtihad Airways
13h 30mAUH-SYD
AED 4,660
24/11Κυρ
multi-stopIndiGo
41h 25mBNE-AUH
7/12Σαβ
multi-stopIndiGo
45h 00mAUH-BNE
AED 4,976

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