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Cheap flights from Sydney to Abu Dhabi from $639

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 8/6. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SYD — AUH
30 Mar — 6 Apr1
1 adult

Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Sydney Kingsford Smith to Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl are usually found in May or March, booked 73 days in advance, depart on a Tuesday or Monday and return on a Monday

Cheap flight deals from Sydney to Abu Dhabi

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Sydney (SYD) to Abu Dhabi (AUH). Learn about various techniques such as flexible date searches, comparing prices across and setting up price alerts. Use these methods to find the cheapest flights available for your travel needs. Data last updated 25 March 2025.

Round-trip from

$1,331

One-way from

$639

Popular in

June

Cheapest in

May

Average price

$1,748

Good round-trip deal

$1,709 or less

Good one-way deal

$919 or less
11/5-16/5
  • 11/5-16/5
  • 5 total stops
  • 54h 15m total
  • Sydney to Abu Dhabi
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8/6
  • 8/6
  • 3 total stops
  • 40h 05m total
  • Sydney to Abu Dhabi
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 8% potential increase in price ($296 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease ($86 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Average for round-trip flights in March 2025
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Cheapest flights from Sydney to Abu Dhabi
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Sydney to Abu Dhabi. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 25 March 2025.

Sun 11/509:15SYD - AUH
2 stops24h 55mMultiple Airlines
Fri 16/500:15AUH - SYD
3 stops29h 20mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 24/3$1,331
Sun 4/516:10SYD - AUH
1 stop35h 50mSriLankan Airlines
Wed 7/523:00AUH - SYD
1 stop33h 55mSriLankan Airlines
Deal found 24/3$1,465
Sun 11/515:40SYD - AUH
Nonstop14h 25mEtihad Airways
Sat 17/510:25AUH - SYD
Nonstop13h 45mEtihad Airways
Deal found 24/3$1,497
Fri 2/511:00SYD - AUH
1 stop40h 20mChina Eastern
Sat 17/523:20AUH - SYD
1 stop27h 40mChina Eastern
Deal found 24/3$1,762
Sat 26/409:00SYD - AUH
2 stops25h 25mQatar Airways
Wed 28/512:25AUH - SYD
1 stop22h 45mQatar Airways
Deal found 23/3$2,132

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SydneyAbu Dhabi

SYD - AUH

SYDAUH

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Sun 11/5

09:15-04:10

2 stops24h 55m

Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

Fri 16/5

00:15-11:35

3 stops29h 20m

$1,331

SydneyAbu Dhabi

SYD - AUH

SYDAUH

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Sun 4/5

16:10-22:00

1 stop35h 50m

Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

Wed 7/5

23:00-14:55

1 stop33h 55m

$1,465

SydneyAbu Dhabi

SYD - AUH

SYDAUH

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Sun 11/5

15:40-00:05

Nonstop14h 25m

Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

Sat 17/5

10:25-06:10

Nonstop13h 45m

$1,497

SydneyAbu Dhabi

SYD - AUH

SYDAUH

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Fri 2/5

11:00-21:20

1 stop40h 20m

Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

Sat 17/5

23:20-09:00

1 stop27h 40m

$1,762

SydneyAbu Dhabi

SYD - AUH

SYDAUH

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Sat 26/4

09:00-04:25

2 stops25h 25m

Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

Wed 28/5

12:25-17:10

1 stop22h 45m

$2,132

SydneyAbu Dhabi

SYD - AUH

SYDAUH

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Sun 8/6

12:50-22:55

3 stops40h 05m

$639

SydneyAbu Dhabi

SYD - AUH

SYDAUH

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Sun 8/6

20:30-21:20

1 stop30h 50m

$730

SydneyAbu Dhabi

SYD - AUH

SYDAUH

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Sun 8/6

15:40-00:05

Nonstop14h 25m

$1,163

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Sydney to Abu Dhabi

How far ahead should I book a flight from Sydney to Abu Dhabi?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a return flight from Sydney to Abu Dhabi. Price data was last updated on 21 March 2025.

The price you pay for your flight from Sydney to Abu Dhabi may vary depending on when you book. For the best chance of a lower fare, look to book 73 days in advance of your trip. Fares are likely to increase a fortnight or so before your departure date.

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Sydney to Abu Dhabi?

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Sydney to Abu Dhabi (average of $1,025). Flying from Sydney to Abu Dhabi in December is currently the most expensive (average of $1,589). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from SYD to AUH?

Find hourly flight availability from Sydney to Abu Dhabi. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated 25 March 2025.

It’s optimal to fly from Sydney to Abu Dhabi in the afternoon. By choosing this option you can save up to 14% on the cost of your flight, compared to a flight at midday.

What is the cheapest day to fly from Sydney to Abu Dhabi?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly return from Sydney to Abu Dhabi. Price data was last updated on 16 December 2024.

Travellers seeking maximum savings on their Sydney to Abu Dhabi flight should consider departing on Sunday mornings when fares are most often at their lowest. Friday at midday flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

Rainfall in Abu Dhabi by month

Plan your trip to Abu Dhabi by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Abu Dhabi ranges from 10.0 - 20.0 inches per month. February is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 20.0 mm. January is typically the driest time to visit Abu Dhabi when rainfall is around 10.0 mm.

Temperature in Abu Dhabi by month

Plan your trip to Abu Dhabi by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Abu Dhabi, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, July is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 35.0 C. Travellers hoping to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 18.0 C).

Reviews of airlines servicing Abu Dhabi

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Abu Dhabi. Read reviews, discover amenities, and learn about the overall travel experience offered by airlines. Use this information to make informed decisions when choosing an airline for your flight to Abu Dhabi. Reviews last updated 25 March 2025.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown Qatar Airways, Etihad Airways and China Eastern from Sydney to Abu Dhabi. You can also see how each airline stacks up in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Qatar Airways
7.4
Good
3,540 reviews
Check prices

Overall

7.4

Entertainment

7.4

Crew

7.9

Comfort

7.4

Boarding

7.5

Food

7.3

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Nov 2024

DOH - MXP

Excellent except for boarding. In milan it was endless. In Doha, they first boarded economy than business.....???
Qatar Airways
7.4
Good
3,540 reviews
Qatar Airways
7.4
Good
3,540 reviews
Check prices

Overall

7.4

Entertainment

7.4

Crew

7.9

Comfort

7.4

Boarding

7.5

Food

7.3

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Nov 2024

DOH - MXP

Excellent except for boarding. In milan it was endless. In Doha, they first boarded economy than business.....???
Etihad Airways
7.4
Good
1,176 reviews
Qatar Airways
7.4
Good
3,540 reviews
Check prices

Overall

7.4

Entertainment

7.4

Crew

7.9

Comfort

7.4

Boarding

7.5

Food

7.3

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Nov 2024

DOH - MXP

Excellent except for boarding. In milan it was endless. In Doha, they first boarded economy than business.....???
China Eastern
7.1
Good
135 reviews
Qatar Airways
7.4
Good
3,540 reviews
Check prices

Overall

7.4

Entertainment

7.4

Crew

7.9

Comfort

7.4

Boarding

7.5

Food

7.3

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Nov 2024

DOH - MXP

Excellent except for boarding. In milan it was endless. In Doha, they first boarded economy than business.....???
SriLankan Airlines
6.8
Okay
73 reviews
Qatar Airways
7.4
Good
3,540 reviews
Check prices

Overall

7.4

Entertainment

7.4

Crew

7.9

Comfort

7.4

Boarding

7.5

Food

7.3

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Nov 2024

DOH - MXP

Excellent except for boarding. In milan it was endless. In Doha, they first boarded economy than business.....???

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Sydney to Abu Dhabi. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

  • What airports do I use to fly from Sydney to Abu Dhabi?

    If you book a flight from Sydney to Abu Dhabi, you will be flying from Kingsford Smith to Zayed Intl. Flights to Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl (AUH) from Sydney Kingsford Smith (SYD) take 14h 25m for a nonstop flight. There are 6 flights from Kingsford Smith to Abu Dhabi per day from 4 airlines.

  • How popular is this Sydney to Abu Dhabi flight route?

    This flight path from Sydney Kingsford Smith to Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl was viewed by 26,339 users in the past month. Keep an eye out for changes in search interest prior to high and low season.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Sydney to Abu Dhabi round-trip?

    Our cheapest airline available from Sydney to Abu Dhabi is SriLankan Airlines. Our recent data shows that you can find tickets from as low as $1,465 on this airline. Additional options worth looking into are Etihad Airways and China Eastern, starting at $1,497 and $1,762 round-trip. You may be able to fly from Sydney to Abu Dhabi for 29% less than the average price by searching for these airlines.

  • What are the most reliable airlines from Sydney to Abu Dhabi?

    Before booking your flight to Abu Dhabi from Sydney, have a look at the most reliable airlines to get you to your destination on time: Air France (100%), Oman Air (96%), Air Europa( 96%).

  • What are the cheapest flights from Sydney to Abu Dhabi?

    On average you can expect to pay $4,402 for a flight from Sydney to Abu Dhabi. The cheapest flight overall is $670 while the most popular route, (Sydney Kingsford Smith - Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl) is currently priced at $1,031.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Sydney to Abu Dhabi that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on Sydney to Abu Dhabi flights, Cheapflights offers holiday packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from Sydney to Abu Dhabi?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from Sydney to Abu Dhabi.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Sydney to Abu Dhabi?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Sydney to Abu Dhabi by cabin class. In addition to browsing deals, you can also filter by cabin class on the search results page after making a search.

  • What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Sydney to Abu Dhabi?

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Sydney to Abu Dhabi (average of $1,025). Flying from Sydney to Abu Dhabi in December is currently the most expensive (average of $1,589). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

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