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$555+ Cheap flights to Abu Dhabi

— AUH
5 Oct — 12 Oct1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

Flights to Abu Dhabi in 2026

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Cheapest flights to Abu Dhabi

Tue 15/920:35 -
1 stop20h 20m
Fri 18/911:55 -
1 stop25h 10m
Deal found 31/8$1,181
Mon 5/1014:00 -
2 stops24h 50m
Mon 19/1008:45 -
2 stops28h 35m
Deal found 4/9$1,182
Wed 21/1021:35 -
1 stop20h 20m
Fri 23/1011:55 -
1 stop25h 10m
Deal found 4/9$1,202
Thu 15/1014:00 -
2 stops24h 50m
Thu 22/1014:25 -
2 stops22h 55m
Deal found 31/8$1,207
Mon 19/1021:50 -
2 stops22h 05m
Mon 2/1113:10 -
2 stops22h 40m
Deal found 2/9$1,209
Mon 5/1021:35 -
1 stop20h 20m
Mon 19/1011:55 -
1 stop25h 10m
Deal found 4/9$1,232
Sun 11/1021:35 -
1 stop20h 20m
Sat 17/1011:55 -
1 stop25h 10m
Deal found 2/9$1,239
Wed 30/920:35 -
1 stop20h 20m
Wed 7/1011:55 -
1 stop25h 10m
Deal found 2/9$1,250
Thu 15/1021:35 -
1 stop20h 20m
Thu 22/1011:55 -
1 stop25h 10m
Deal found 31/8$1,257
Thu 1/1020:35 -
1 stop20h 20m
Thu 8/1011:55 -
1 stop25h 10m
Deal found 3/9$1,298
Sun 11/1010:45 -
2 stops23h 35m
Fri 16/1002:25 -
2 stops23h 55m
Deal found 31/8$1,314

Find flight deals to Abu Dhabi

Return from

$1,181

One-way from

$555

Popular in

June

Cheapest in

April

Average price

$1,615

Good round-trip deal

$1,651 or less

Good one-way deal

$652 or less
Air India
  • Air India
  • 15/9-18/9
  • 2 total stops
  • 45h 30m total
  • Sydney to Abu Dhabi
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23/10-31/12
  • 23/10-31/12
  • 2 total stops
  • 23h 50m total
  • Sydney to Abu Dhabi
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 6% potential increase in price ($112 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease ($23 potential savings vs. average return price).
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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

Fri 23/10

10:45-03:35

2 stops23h 50m

Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

Wed 31/12

00:00-06:00

Nonstop0h 00m

$555

SydneyAbu Dhabi

SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith - AUH Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

SYDAUH

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Thu 15/10

21:35-10:55

1 stop20h 20m

Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

Wed 31/12

00:00-06:00

Nonstop0h 00m

$855

SydneyAbu Dhabi

SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith - AUH Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

SYDAUH

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Fri 6/11

20:05-03:00

3 stops37h 55m

Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

Wed 31/12

00:00-06:00

Nonstop0h 00m

$870

SydneyAbu Dhabi

SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith - AUH Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

SYDAUH

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Mon 28/9

22:00-00:35

2 stops32h 35m

Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

Wed 31/12

00:00-06:00

Nonstop0h 00m

$891

SydneyAbu Dhabi

SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith - AUH Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

SYDAUH

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Sat 17/10

21:35-10:55

1 stop20h 20m

Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

Wed 31/12

00:00-06:00

Nonstop0h 00m

$897

SydneyAbu Dhabi

SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith - AUH Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

SYDAUH

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Fri 16/10

21:35-10:55

1 stop20h 20m

Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

Wed 31/12

00:00-06:00

Nonstop0h 00m

$901

SydneyAbu Dhabi

SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith - AUH Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

SYDAUH

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Mon 7/12

16:30-23:45

2 stops38h 15m

Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

Wed 31/12

00:00-06:00

Nonstop0h 00m

$1,030

SydneyAbu Dhabi

SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith - AUH Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

SYDAUH

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Mon 7/12

17:35-01:15

3 stops38h 40m

Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

Wed 31/12

00:00-06:00

Nonstop0h 00m

$1,123

SydneyAbu Dhabi

SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith - AUH Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

SYDAUH

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Thu 15/10

14:00-07:50

2 stops24h 50m

Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

Thu 22/10

14:25-20:20

2 stops22h 55m

$1,207
Fastest return journey

SydneyAbu Dhabi

SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith - AUH Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

SYDAUH

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Mon 28/9

20:50-05:15

Nonstop14h 25m

Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

Wed 31/12

00:00-06:00

Nonstop0h 00m

$1,373

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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 68 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
3,653 reviews
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Food

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Crew

8.4

Comfort

8.0

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
3,653 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,653 reviews
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Food

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Crew

8.4

Comfort

8.0

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
7.3
Good
3,729 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,653 reviews
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Food

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Crew

8.4

Comfort

8.0

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
1,532 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,653 reviews
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Food

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Crew

8.4

Comfort

8.0

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
236 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,653 reviews
Check prices

Food

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Crew

8.4

Comfort

8.0

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 $297.

  • How much is a return flight to Abu Dhabi?

    A return flight to Abu Dhabi will typically cost around $920, however they can be found for as little as $297.

  • 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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