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$598+ Cheap flights to Abu Dhabi

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 20/5. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
— AUH
22 Apr — 29 Apr1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

Flights to Abu Dhabi in 2026

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Cheapest flights to Abu Dhabi
Explore the most affordable flight options available to Abu Dhabi. Find the lowest fares based on data from user searches, with prices last updated on 23 March 2026.

Sat 2/511:00
SYD
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AUH
1 stop39h 30m
China Eastern
Sat 16/523:20
AUH
-
SYD
1 stop31h 15m
China Eastern
Deal found 20/3$1,028
Sat 25/411:00
SYD
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AUH
1 stop40h 30m
China Eastern
Thu 7/523:20
AUH
-
SYD
1 stop27h 40m
China Eastern
Deal found 19/3$1,031
Fri 1/510:05
SYD
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AUH
2 stops40h 25m
China Eastern
Tue 19/523:20
AUH
-
SYD
1 stop27h 40m
China Eastern
Deal found 21/3$1,040
Mon 27/411:00
SYD
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AUH
1 stop40h 30m
China Eastern
Sat 9/523:20
AUH
-
SYD
1 stop31h 15m
China Eastern
Deal found 22/3$1,058
Wed 6/513:00
SYD
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AUH
2 stops23h 50m
Multiple Airlines
Tue 12/502:35
AUH
-
SYD
2 stops34h 50m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 22/3$1,085
Sat 2/509:45
SYD
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AUH
2 stops27h 10m
Multiple Airlines
Sat 16/514:25
AUH
-
SYD
2 stops23h 10m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 20/3$1,132
Sat 2/509:45
SYD
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AUH
2 stops28h 05m
Multiple Airlines
Sat 9/513:10
AUH
-
SYD
2 stops24h 25m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 18/3$1,168
Wed 6/510:05
SYD
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AUH
2 stops40h 25m
China Eastern
Wed 13/523:20
AUH
-
SYD
1 stop27h 40m
China Eastern
Deal found 22/3$1,179
Fri 1/509:45
SYD
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AUH
2 stops27h 10m
Multiple Airlines
Sun 17/514:25
AUH
-
SYD
2 stops23h 10m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 21/3$1,209
Sat 2/511:00
SYD
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AUH
1 stop39h 30m
China Eastern
Sat 9/523:20
AUH
-
SYD
1 stop31h 15m
China Eastern
Deal found 18/3$1,220
Fri 5/620:30
SYD
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AUH
2 stops34h 10m
China Eastern
Thu 18/621:10
AUH
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SYD
2 stops28h 50m
China Eastern
Deal found 21/3$1,287

Find flight deals to Abu Dhabi

Find the latest flights to Abu Dhabi in 2026, with up-to-date prices and availability. In the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made a total of 647,157 searches and data was last updated on 23 March 2026.

Return from

$1,028

One-way from

$598

Popular in

January

Cheapest in

May

Average price

$1,677

Good round-trip deal

$1,615 or less

Good one-way deal

$766 or less
China Eastern
  • China Eastern
  • 2/5-16/5
  • 2 total stops
  • 70h 45m total
  • Sydney to Abu Dhabi
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20/5
  • 20/5
  • 2 total stops
  • 36h 25m total
  • Sydney to Abu Dhabi
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 9% potential increase in price ($177 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease ($26 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Average for return flights in March 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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Price

Cheapest return flight

SydneyAbu Dhabi

SYD - AUH

SYDAUH

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Thu 7/5

10:00-20:30

3 stops64h 30m

Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

Thu 14/5

23:20-09:00

1 stop27h 40m

$1,286

SydneyAbu Dhabi

SYD - AUH

SYDAUH

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Mon 27/4

11:00-21:30

1 stop40h 30m

Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

Sat 9/5

23:20-12:35

1 stop31h 15m

$1,393

SydneyAbu Dhabi

SYD - AUH

SYDAUH

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Thu 18/6

11:00-00:40

2 stops67h 40m

Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

Mon 22/6

21:10-12:35

2 stops33h 25m

$1,430

SydneyAbu Dhabi

SYD - AUH

SYDAUH

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Thu 7/5

10:00-20:30

3 stops64h 30m

Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

Fri 29/5

23:20-09:00

1 stop27h 40m

$1,489

SydneyAbu Dhabi

SYD - AUH

SYDAUH

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Tue 5/5

10:05-20:30

3 stops64h 25m

Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

Tue 12/5

23:20-09:00

1 stop27h 40m

$1,635

SydneyAbu Dhabi

SYD - AUH

SYDAUH

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Sun 3/5

10:05-20:30

3 stops64h 25m

Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

Sun 10/5

23:20-08:00

3 stops50h 40m

$1,655

SydneyAbu Dhabi

SYD - AUH

SYDAUH

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Mon 4/5

10:00-20:30

2 stops64h 30m

Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

Mon 11/5

20:50-12:35

2 stops33h 45m

$1,679
Fastest return journey

SydneyAbu Dhabi

SYD - AUH

SYDAUH

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Sun 7/6

15:40-00:05

Nonstop14h 25m

Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

Wed 10/6

21:05-16:50

Nonstop13h 45m

$1,695

SydneyAbu Dhabi

SYD - AUH

SYDAUH

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Mon 8/6

14:50-03:40

1 stop18h 50m

Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

Mon 29/6

18:45-17:10

1 stop16h 25m

$1,951
Cheapest one-way

SydneyAbu Dhabi

SYD - AUH

SYDAUH

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Sat 25/4

11:00-21:30

1 stop40h 30m

$746

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When is the best time to book a flight 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 13 March 2026.

To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight to Abu Dhabi, you should look to book at least 47 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 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 23 March 2026.
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
3,541 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8.1

Food

7.9

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

8.2

Crew

8.3

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Mar 2026

DAC - DXB

This is NOT a ratings for emirates but more so for Kayak isn’t it a little tone deaf to be sending out your automated surveys in the middle of a war when most flights are cancelled due to the airspace being closed?
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,541 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,541 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8.1

Food

7.9

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

8.2

Crew

8.3

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Mar 2026

DAC - DXB

This is NOT a ratings for emirates but more so for Kayak isn’t it a little tone deaf to be sending out your automated surveys in the middle of a war when most flights are cancelled due to the airspace being closed?
Qatar Airways
7.4
Good
3,733 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,541 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8.1

Food

7.9

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

8.2

Crew

8.3

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Mar 2026

DAC - DXB

This is NOT a ratings for emirates but more so for Kayak isn’t it a little tone deaf to be sending out your automated surveys in the middle of a war when most flights are cancelled due to the airspace being closed?
Etihad Airways
7.3
Good
1,429 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,541 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8.1

Food

7.9

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

8.2

Crew

8.3

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Mar 2026

DAC - DXB

This is NOT a ratings for emirates but more so for Kayak isn’t it a little tone deaf to be sending out your automated surveys in the middle of a war when most flights are cancelled due to the airspace being closed?
China Eastern
7.2
Good
198 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,541 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8.1

Food

7.9

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

8.2

Crew

8.3

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Mar 2026

DAC - DXB

This is NOT a ratings for emirates but more so for Kayak isn’t it a little tone deaf to be sending out your automated surveys in the middle of a war when most flights are cancelled due to the airspace being closed?

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 7 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 $104, while return flights cost around $344.

  • How much is a return flight to Abu Dhabi?

    A return flight to Abu Dhabi will typically cost around $3,945, however they can be found for as little as $344.

  • 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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