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$636+ 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 23/4. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
— AUH
9 Apr — 16 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 10 March 2026.

Fri 20/315:10
SYD
-
AUH
2 stops37h 00m
China Eastern
Sat 4/421:10
AUH
-
SYD
2 stops28h 50m
China Eastern
Deal found 7/3$856
Thu 26/313:30
SYD
-
AUH
2 stops62h 40m
China Eastern
Thu 2/423:20
AUH
-
SYD
3 stops50h 40m
China Eastern
Deal found 10/3$957
Mon 20/413:00
SYD
-
AUH
2 stops23h 50m
Multiple Airlines
Mon 27/408:50
AUH
-
SYD
2 stops28h 30m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 5/3$1,017
Mon 13/420:30
SYD
-
AUH
2 stops34h 10m
China Eastern
Wed 22/421:10
AUH
-
SYD
2 stops28h 50m
China Eastern
Deal found 5/3$1,028
Wed 22/411:00
SYD
-
AUH
1 stop40h 30m
China Eastern
Wed 29/423:20
AUH
-
SYD
1 stop31h 15m
China Eastern
Deal found 8/3$1,031
Fri 24/413:00
SYD
-
AUH
2 stops23h 50m
Multiple Airlines
Fri 1/508:55
AUH
-
SYD
2 stops28h 25m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 10/3$1,051
Sun 22/312:00
SYD
-
AUH
1 stop40h 10m
China Eastern
Sun 29/323:20
AUH
-
SYD
1 stop27h 40m
China Eastern
Deal found 6/3$1,091

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 10 March 2026.

Return from

$856

One-way from

$636

Popular in

January

Cheapest in

May

Average price

$1,677

Good round-trip deal

$1,573 or less

Good one-way deal

$666 or less
China Eastern
  • China Eastern
  • 20/3-4/4
  • 4 total stops
  • 65h 50m total
  • Sydney to Abu Dhabi
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China Eastern
  • China Eastern
  • 23/4
  • 1 total stop
  • 40h 30m 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 to beat on a one-way flight from Sydney Kingsford Smith to Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl.
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Cheapest return flight

SydneyAbu Dhabi

SYD - AUH

SYDAUH

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Fri 24/4

11:00-21:30

1 stop40h 30m

Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

Fri 1/5

23:20-09:00

1 stop27h 40m

$1,098

SydneyAbu Dhabi

SYD - AUH

SYDAUH

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Sun 22/3

10:00-21:10

3 stops66h 10m

Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

Sun 29/3

21:10-13:35

2 stops57h 25m

$1,115

SydneyAbu Dhabi

SYD - AUH

SYDAUH

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Sat 21/3

13:30-21:10

2 stops62h 40m

Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

Sat 28/3

23:30-09:05

3 stops50h 35m

$1,200

SydneyAbu Dhabi

SYD - AUH

SYDAUH

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Mon 20/4

10:00-21:30

2 stops65h 30m

Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

Mon 27/4

23:20-12:35

1 stop31h 15m

$1,300

SydneyAbu Dhabi

SYD - AUH

SYDAUH

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Tue 7/4

10:05-21:30

3 stops41h 25m

Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

Tue 14/4

23:20-09:00

1 stop27h 40m

$1,311

SydneyAbu Dhabi

SYD - AUH

SYDAUH

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Thu 23/4

11:00-21:30

1 stop40h 30m

Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

Thu 30/4

04:35-06:45

2 stops44h 10m

$1,347

SydneyAbu Dhabi

SYD - AUH

SYDAUH

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Sun 12/4

10:05-21:30

3 stops65h 25m

Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

Sun 19/4

21:10-12:35

2 stops57h 25m

$1,444

SydneyAbu Dhabi

SYD - AUH

SYDAUH

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Tue 21/4

10:05-21:30

3 stops41h 25m

Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

Tue 28/4

23:20-08:00

3 stops50h 40m

$1,496
Fastest return journey

SydneyAbu Dhabi

SYD - AUH

SYDAUH

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Tue 7/4

20:50-05:15

Nonstop14h 25m

Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

Tue 14/4

10:25-06:10

Nonstop13h 45m

$1,555

SydneyAbu Dhabi

SYD - AUH

SYDAUH

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Wed 22/4

10:05-21:30

3 stops41h 25m

Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

Wed 29/4

21:10-12:35

2 stops33h 25m

$1,610

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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 6 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 10 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
3,540 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.3

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.9

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
3,540 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,540 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.3

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.9

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
3,744 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,540 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.3

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.9

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
7.4
Good
1,425 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,540 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.3

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.9

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
3,540 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.3

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.9

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 8 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 $44, while return flights cost around $158.

  • How much is a return flight to Abu Dhabi?

    A return flight to Abu Dhabi will typically cost around $2,195, however they can be found for as little as $158.

  • 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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