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$704+ Cheap flights to Abu Dhabi

— AUH
23 Sep — 30 Sep1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

Flights to Abu Dhabi in 2026

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Cheapest flights to Abu Dhabi

Mon 21/920:35 -
1 stop20h 20m
Mon 28/911:55 -
1 stop25h 10m
Deal found 22/8$1,161
Sun 11/1010:45 -
2 stops24h 05m
Wed 21/1022:30 -
2 stops27h 50m
Deal found 22/8$1,166
Sun 6/920:35 -
1 stop20h 20m
Wed 9/911:55 -
1 stop25h 10m
Deal found 20/8$1,171
Thu 22/1014:00 -
2 stops23h 55m
Thu 29/1014:25 -
2 stops21h 25m
Deal found 24/8$1,189
Tue 1/1221:30 -
1 stop30h 00m
Mon 7/1223:30 -
1 stop27h 30m
Deal found 23/8$1,195
Sun 20/920:35 -
1 stop20h 20m
Sun 27/911:55 -
1 stop25h 10m
Deal found 23/8$1,202
Mon 5/1021:35 -
1 stop20h 20m
Mon 12/1011:55 -
1 stop25h 10m
Deal found 20/8$1,207
Tue 3/1121:30 -
1 stop30h 00m
Sat 5/1223:30 -
1 stop27h 30m
Deal found 21/8$1,212
Wed 21/1021:35 -
1 stop20h 20m
Tue 27/1013:40 -
1 stop22h 35m
Deal found 23/8$1,214

Find flight deals to Abu Dhabi

Return from

$1,161

One-way from

$704

Popular in

June

Cheapest in

April

Average price

$1,812

Good round-trip deal

$1,653 or less

Good one-way deal

$719 or less
Air India
  • Air India
  • 21/9-28/9
  • 2 total stops
  • 45h 30m total
  • Sydney to Abu Dhabi
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16/11
  • 16/11
  • 2 total stops
  • 25h 25m total
  • Sydney to Abu Dhabi
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 5% potential increase in price ($95 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease ($22 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Average for return flights in August 2026
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Price to beat on a round-trip flight from Sydney Kingsford Smith to Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl.
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SydneyAbu Dhabi

SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith - AUH Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

SYDAUH

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Tue 10/11

21:30-05:00

Nonstop14h 30m

Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

Sat 14/11

09:55-06:30

Nonstop13h 35m

$2,121

SydneyAbu Dhabi

SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith - AUH Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

SYDAUH

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Tue 3/11

14:00-03:50

2 stops20h 50m

Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

Sat 5/12

17:55-20:55

2 stops20h 00m

$2,430

SydneyAbu Dhabi

SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith - AUH Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

SYDAUH

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Thu 24/12

21:35-01:30

2 stops34h 55m

Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

Sun 24/1

02:35-19:25

2 stops33h 50m

$2,451

SydneyAbu Dhabi

SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith - AUH Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

SYDAUH

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Mon 21/12

11:30-06:50

2 stops26h 20m

Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

Tue 26/1

22:30-09:50

2 stops28h 20m

$3,639

SydneyAbu Dhabi

SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith - AUH Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

SYDAUH

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Tue 6/10

11:15-06:10

3 stops49h 55m

Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

Mon 12/10

02:10-11:00

3 stops49h 50m

$3,750

SydneyAbu Dhabi

SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith - AUH Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

SYDAUH

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Wed 21/10

11:15-06:10

3 stops49h 55m

Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

Sat 24/10

02:10-10:20

3 stops49h 10m

$3,848

SydneyAbu Dhabi

SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith - AUH Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

SYDAUH

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Sun 6/9

22:10-19:10

3 stops51h 00m

Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

Tue 8/9

02:10-12:15

3 stops52h 05m

$3,890

SydneyAbu Dhabi

SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith - AUH Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

SYDAUH

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Thu 22/10

11:15-19:10

3 stops38h 55m

Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

Wed 28/10

02:10-13:15

3 stops52h 05m

$3,960

SydneyAbu Dhabi

SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith - AUH Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

SYDAUH

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Thu 3/9

22:10-06:10

3 stops62h 00m

Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

Fri 18/9

02:10-10:00

3 stops49h 50m

$4,185
Cheapest one-way

SydneyAbu Dhabi

SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith - AUH Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

SYDAUH

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Mon 21/9

20:35-10:55

1 stop20h 20m

$765

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Everything you need to know about your flight to Abu Dhabi

When is the best time to book a flight to Abu Dhabi?

To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight to Abu Dhabi, you should look to book at least 83 days in advance of your intended travel date. The price of your flight may increase if you delay and leave booking until a week or so before departure.

Reviews of airlines servicing Abu Dhabi

Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Emirates,Qatar Airways, andEtihad Airways to the United Arab Emirates by reading reviews from past customers. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,656 reviews
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Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

8.2

Food

7.9

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.4

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Jodie,Aug 2026

SYD - DXB

Overall it was a good flight with great service, however we paid for extra legroom only to find that the seat my husband was on was extremely small, it was the “window” seat. It seemed smaller than a regular seat so definitely not worth the amount we paid.
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,656 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,656 reviews
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Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

8.2

Food

7.9

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.4

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Jodie,Aug 2026

SYD - DXB

Overall it was a good flight with great service, however we paid for extra legroom only to find that the seat my husband was on was extremely small, it was the “window” seat. It seemed smaller than a regular seat so definitely not worth the amount we paid.
Qatar Airways
7.4
Good
3,734 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,656 reviews
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Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

8.2

Food

7.9

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.4

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Jodie,Aug 2026

SYD - DXB

Overall it was a good flight with great service, however we paid for extra legroom only to find that the seat my husband was on was extremely small, it was the “window” seat. It seemed smaller than a regular seat so definitely not worth the amount we paid.
Etihad Airways
7.3
Good
1,511 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,656 reviews
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Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

8.2

Food

7.9

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.4

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Jodie,Aug 2026

SYD - DXB

Overall it was a good flight with great service, however we paid for extra legroom only to find that the seat my husband was on was extremely small, it was the “window” seat. It seemed smaller than a regular seat so definitely not worth the amount we paid.
China Eastern
7.3
Good
234 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,656 reviews
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Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

8.2

Food

7.9

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.4

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Jodie,Aug 2026

SYD - DXB

Overall it was a good flight with great service, however we paid for extra legroom only to find that the seat my husband was on was extremely small, it was the “window” seat. It seemed smaller than a regular seat so definitely not worth the amount we paid.

FAQs about flying to Abu Dhabi

Getting around Abu Dhabi

Getting around the city is no problem. Using local buses which run frequently is the easiest way to see what this fantastic destination has to offer. Taxis are quite cheap compared to many other countries. Why not arrange a hire taxi and guide for a day? A friendly taxi driver will be more than willing to take you to famous landmarks, shopping malls, parks, cafes and restaurants.

Travelling to the city from the airport

It’s about a 30-minute journey from Abu Dhabi International Airport (AUH) to the city centre. There are a number of public transport options available, the cheapest of which is by bus. Many hotels do provide their guests with free inter-terminal shuttle services. There’s also car hire 24 hours a day which can be arranged at the airport. Jump into a taxi, however do agree a price before setting off, as fares can vary.

  • What airport do you fly into for flights to Abu Dhabi?

    Travellers will need to book flights to Zayed Intl (AUH) if they wish to fly to Abu Dhabi. The Abu Dhabi airport is 28.0 km from the city centre. Booking flights from Sydney to Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl should be relatively easy as there are 13 daily flights from 4 different airlines.

  • Can I find cheaper flights to Abu Dhabi if I am willing to have stopovers?

    Yes, flights with stopovers are often cheaper than direct flights. Keep an eye out for flight deals to Abu Dhabi on Cheapflights that require 1 or 2 stops for potential cost savings.

  • What is the best airline to fly to Abu Dhabi?

    Based on reviews from Cheapflights users, China Eastern is rated the highest out of the airlines that fly to Abu Dhabi.

  • What is the cheapest airport to fly to in Abu Dhabi?

    Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl is currently the cheapest airport to fly to in Abu Dhabi. One-way flights to Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl typically cost $114, while return flights cost around $298.

  • How much is a return flight to Abu Dhabi?

    A return flight to Abu Dhabi will typically cost around $1,007, however they can be found for as little as $298.

  • Where does the fastest flight to Abu Dhabi depart from?

    For those looking to save time traveling to Abu Dhabi, Melbourne offers the quickest one-way flight (13 hours 50 minutes).

  • Does Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl have car hire?

    Yes. Those touching down at Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl can take advantage of the car hire services offered upon their arrival.

  • Are there hotels close to Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl?

    Yes. Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl has hotels nearby for those requiring accommodations. Modern Studio in Oasis is the closest property to Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl (0.0 km away from Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl).

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