Cheap flights from Sydney to Abu Dhabi from $494

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 15/3. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SYD — AUH
10 Mar — 17 Mar1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags
Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Sydney Kingsford Smith to Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl are usually found in May or October, booked 47 days in advance, depart on a Thursday or Tuesday and return on a Wednesday

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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 8 February 2026.

Sat 2/511:20
SYD
-
AUH
2 stops39h 10m
China Eastern
Sun 10/523:20
AUH
-
SYD
3 stops50h 40m
China Eastern
Deal found 6/2$1,366
Wed 18/207:15
SYD
-
AUH
1 stop23h 30m
Multiple Airlines
Wed 25/213:10
AUH
-
SYD
2 stops22h 40m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 4/2$1,376
Sun 22/216:35
SYD
-
AUH
Nonstop14h 15m
Multiple Airlines
Sun 1/307:00
AUH
-
SYD
2 stops28h 50m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 6/2$1,379
Wed 18/207:15
SYD
-
AUH
1 stop23h 30m
Multiple Airlines
Fri 27/207:00
AUH
-
SYD
2 stops28h 50m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 5/2$1,388
Thu 19/320:05
SYD
-
AUH
2 stops23h 50m
Multiple Airlines
Sun 22/323:30
AUH
-
SYD
1 stop24h 25m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 5/2$1,398
Thu 19/313:35
SYD
-
AUH
2 stops24h 30m
Multiple Airlines
Tue 24/323:30
AUH
-
SYD
1 stop24h 25m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 5/2$1,399
Fri 20/313:35
SYD
-
AUH
2 stops30h 20m
Multiple Airlines
Tue 24/323:30
AUH
-
SYD
1 stop24h 25m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 5/2$1,402
Thu 12/210:30
SYD
-
AUH
1 stop42h 00m
China Eastern
Sun 15/223:30
AUH
-
SYD
1 stop27h 30m
China Eastern
Deal found 6/2$1,419
Thu 19/309:30
SYD
-
AUH
1 stop28h 35m
Multiple Airlines
Wed 25/313:10
AUH
-
SYD
2 stops22h 40m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 5/2$1,422
Sun 8/213:35
SYD
-
AUH
1 stop40h 45m
Multiple Airlines
Mon 23/221:15
AUH
-
SYD
2 stops38h 35m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 6/2$1,425
Mon 2/320:45
SYD
-
AUH
1 stop22h 40m
Air India
Thu 12/313:40
AUH
-
SYD
1 stop22h 35m
Air India
Deal found 7/2$1,442

Find 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 8 February 2026.

Round-trip from

$1,366

One-way from

$494

Popular in

January

Cheapest in

May

Average price

$1,564

Good round-trip deal

$1,548 or less

Good one-way deal

$656 or less
China Eastern
  • China Eastern
  • 2/5-10/5
  • 5 total stops
  • 89h 50m total
  • Sydney to Abu Dhabi
15/3
  • 15/3
  • 2 total stops
  • 36h 40m total
  • Sydney to Abu Dhabi
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 9% potential increase in price ($237 potential increase over avg. return price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease ($39 potential savings vs. average return price).
Average for round-trip flights in February 2026
Price to beat on a round-trip flight from Sydney Kingsford Smith to Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl.
Price to beat on a one-way flight from Sydney Kingsford Smith to Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl.

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SydneyAbu Dhabi

SYD - AUH

SYDAUH

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Wed 18/2

07:15-23:45

1 stop23h 30m

Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

Wed 25/2

13:10-18:50

2 stops22h 40m

$1,376

SydneyAbu Dhabi

SYD - AUH

SYDAUH

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Sun 1/3

16:35-23:50

Nonstop14h 15m

Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

Thu 5/3

07:00-18:50

2 stops28h 50m

$1,419

SydneyAbu Dhabi

SYD - AUH

SYDAUH

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Tue 17/2

21:45-05:00

Nonstop14h 15m

Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

Fri 20/3

23:50-15:30

1 stop32h 40m

$1,448

SydneyAbu Dhabi

SYD - AUH

SYDAUH

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Sun 22/3

10:00-21:10

3 stops42h 10m

Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

Sat 28/3

00:15-19:25

3 stops36h 10m

$1,472

SydneyAbu Dhabi

SYD - AUH

SYDAUH

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Wed 18/2

16:35-23:50

Nonstop14h 15m

Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

Fri 27/2

07:00-18:50

2 stops28h 50m

$1,500

SydneyAbu Dhabi

SYD - AUH

SYDAUH

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Wed 1/4

14:00-19:25

3 stops36h 25m

Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

Tue 14/4

04:35-11:45

2 stops25h 10m

$1,542

SydneyAbu Dhabi

SYD - AUH

SYDAUH

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Sat 21/2

21:45-05:00

Nonstop14h 15m

Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

Sat 28/2

09:55-06:35

Nonstop13h 40m

$1,600

SydneyAbu Dhabi

SYD - AUH

SYDAUH

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Wed 1/7

10:05-20:30

3 stops40h 25m

Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

Wed 22/7

21:10-08:00

2 stops28h 50m

$1,603

SydneyAbu Dhabi

SYD - AUH

SYDAUH

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Sun 22/3

16:35-23:50

Nonstop14h 15m

Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

Sun 29/3

09:50-06:35

Nonstop13h 45m

$1,647

SydneyAbu Dhabi

SYD - AUH

SYDAUH

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Mon 2/3

21:45-05:00

Nonstop14h 15m

Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

Thu 12/3

09:55-06:35

Nonstop13h 40m

$1,683

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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 30 January 2026.

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 47 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, March is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Sydney to Abu Dhabi (average of $737). Flying from Sydney to Abu Dhabi in December is currently the most expensive (average of $1,211). 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 8 February 2026.

Regardless of the time of day you decide to fly, the ticket price will remain around the same. Book flights from Sydney to Abu Dhabi as you normally would.

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 8 February 2026.
See what other customers who have flown with Emirates, Qatar Airways, andEtihad Airways from Sydney to Abu Dhabi have to say. You can also see how each airline compares in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Food

7.9

Crew

8.3

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Namakajjo,Dec 2025

EBB - DXB

Emirates airlines is always good, and I'll always board and travel with Emirates. Everything is going well

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Food

7.9

Crew

8.3

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Namakajjo,Dec 2025

EBB - DXB

Emirates airlines is always good, and I'll always board and travel with Emirates. Everything is going well

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Food

7.9

Crew

8.3

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Namakajjo,Dec 2025

EBB - DXB

Emirates airlines is always good, and I'll always board and travel with Emirates. Everything is going well

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Food

7.9

Crew

8.3

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Namakajjo,Dec 2025

EBB - DXB

Emirates airlines is always good, and I'll always board and travel with Emirates. Everything is going well

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Food

7.9

Crew

8.3

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Namakajjo,Dec 2025

EBB - DXB

Emirates airlines is always good, and I'll always board and travel with Emirates. Everything is going well

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 15m for a nonstop flight. There are 15 flights from Kingsford Smith to Abu Dhabi per day from 4 airlines.

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

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

    Our cheapest airline available from Sydney to Abu Dhabi is China Eastern. Our recent data shows that you can find tickets from as low as $939 on this airline. Additional options worth looking into are Etihad Airways and Emirates, starting at $1,301 and $1,320 round-trip. You may be able to fly from Sydney to Abu Dhabi for 41% less than the average price by searching for these airlines.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Sydney to Abu Dhabi one-way?

    The cheapest airline one-way is Etihad Airways, with whom users have recently found tickets for as low as $282. However, be on the lookout for offers from China Eastern and Hainan Airlines, as they are both options that can get you from Sydney to Abu Dhabi for a low price.

  • 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: Oman Air (77%), Air Europa (77%), Etihad Airways( 77%).

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

    On average you can expect to pay $5,742 for a flight from Sydney to Abu Dhabi. The cheapest flight overall is $572 while the most popular route, (Sydney Kingsford Smith - Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl) is currently priced at $965.

  • 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, March is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Sydney to Abu Dhabi (average of $737). Flying from Sydney to Abu Dhabi in December is currently the most expensive (average of $1,211). 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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China EasternCheapest$939Average$1,193FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
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Etihad AirwaysCheapest$1,301Average$1,646FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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EmiratesCheapest$1,320Average$1,853FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Qatar AirwaysCheapest$1,592Average$1,809FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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