Cheap flights from Abu Dhabi
The UAE capital's air travel is centered at Abu Dhabi International Airport, located approximately 28 kilometers from the city center. From here, hundreds of routes span across the Middle East, Asia, Europe, and the Americas. Among the most popular destinations by number of weekly departures are Manama (180 flights), Mumbai (167 flights), and Doha (141 flights).
Regular flights from Abu Dhabi are served by 52 airlines, including major carriers such as Etihad and Air Arabia Abu Dhabi. The variety of available routes makes it easy to plan both short regional trips and long-haul intercontinental journeys. Below on this page, you will find city cards with convenient filters to help you explore the latest offers for your next trip.
Abu Dhabi — Salalah
Abu Dhabi — Chennai
Abu Dhabi — Kuwait City
Abu Dhabi — Muscat
Abu Dhabi — Manama
Abu Dhabi — Riyadh
Abu Dhabi — Kozhikode
Abu Dhabi — Istanbul
Abu Dhabi — Kochi
Abu Dhabi — Mumbai
Abu Dhabi — Kathmandu
Abu Dhabi — El Dabaa
Flight insights from Abu Dhabi
Data-driven trends for direct flights from Abu Dhabi — how often airlines fly, where they go, and typical fares and flight times.
Most frequent destinations
The most frequent direct destinations from Abu Dhabi are Manama, Mumbai and Doha. Manama leads with around 180 flights a week.
Top countries
Most direct flights from Abu Dhabi head to India, Saudi Arabia and Thailand. India alone accounts for about 26% of all direct routes.
- Indiaavg $100
- Saudi Arabiaavg $116
- Thailandavg $144
- Bahrainavg $77
- Pakistanavg $124
Direct routes & fares
Popular non-stop routes from Abu Dhabi range from Manama at $77 to Doha at $167 — a quick way to compare direct-flight fares.
Cheapest destinations
The cheapest destinations from Abu Dhabi right now are Chennai from $69, Kuwait City from $70 and Muscat from $72.
- Chennaifrom $69
- Kuwait Cityfrom $70
- Muscatfrom $72
- Manamafrom $77
- Riyadhfrom $83
Longest direct flights
The longest direct flight from Abu Dhabi is to Sydney at about 15h 59m, followed by Chicago (15h 29m) and New York City (14h 39m).
- Sydney15h 59m
- Chicago15h 29m
- New York City14h 39m
- Denpasar10h 11m
- Manila9h 30m
Popular destinations from Abu Dhabi
Bahrain
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Qatar
India
Thailand
Jordan
Egypt
India
India
Thailand
Saudi Arabia
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Kuwait
Israel
Turkey
India
United Kingdom
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Russian Federation
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Sri Lanka
Oman Sultanate Of
Germany
Saudi Arabia
Pakistan
Maldives
Pakistan
Lebanon
France
Spain
Azerbaijan
Spain
Switzerland
Indonesia
Armenia
United Kingdom
Kenya
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Australia
Malaysia
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Ireland
Georgia
Italy
India
China
Pakistan
United States
Germany
Philippines
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India
Switzerland
Indonesia
Seychelles Islands
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EthiopiaFrequently asked questions
- Which airports serve Abu Dhabi?
- The capital's primary aviation hub is Abu Dhabi International Airport (AUH). It is located 28 kilometers from the city center, providing convenient access to most parts of the emirate.
- How many airlines operate flights from Abu Dhabi?
- Currently, 52 airlines fly from the city. The majority of flights are operated by the national carrier Etihad, as well as Air Arabia Abu Dhabi and IndiGo.
- What are the most popular destinations from Abu Dhabi?
- The most sought-after routes include flights to Manama (180 flights per week), Mumbai (167 flights), and Doha (141 flights). There is also high flight frequency to Kochi and Bangkok.
- Which destinations are popular for beach holidays?
- Abu Dhabi has frequent air links to famous resort regions. Notable among them are Bangkok (128 weekly flights) and Phuket (95 flights), both of which offer excellent conditions for a seaside getaway.
- How can I find the best flight deals from Abu Dhabi?
- To find tickets at the best prices, we recommend using the interest-based filters found in the city cards below. It is also worth looking at low-cost carriers such as Air Arabia Abu Dhabi or Air India Express, which often offer competitive fares.