What airport do you fly into for flights to Abu Dhabi?

Booking a flight to Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl (AUH) is your only option if you intend on flying to Abu Dhabi. It is only a 28,0 km journey from Zayed Intl to Abu Dhabi’s city centre. Zayed Intl is the only Abu Dhabi airport and it handles 2 daily flights from Johannesburg. 4 airlines have flights from Johannesburg to Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl on a regular basis.

What is the cheapest month to fly to Abu Dhabi?

February is currently the cheapest month to fly to Abu Dhabi . At this moment in time August is the most expensive month. These prices are determined by multiple factors and booking in advance can help keep costs down if your schedule is not as flexible.

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, Qatar Airways 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 R2 259, while return flights cost around R3 030.

How much is a return flight to Abu Dhabi?

A return flight to Abu Dhabi will typically cost around R226, however they can be found for as little as R154.

Where does the fastest flight to Abu Dhabi depart from?

For those looking to save time traveling to Abu Dhabi, Johannesburg offers the quickest one-way flight (7 hours 55 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).

R6 418+ Flights to Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates

Flights to Abu Dhabi in 2025

Return from	R9 970
One-way from	R6 418
Popular in	June
Cheapest in	February
Average price	R11 521

Qatar Airways
4/5-7/5
2 total stops
36h 15m total
Johannesburg to Abu Dhabi

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Sun 4/520:25JNB - AUH

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Wed 7/517:40AUH - JNB

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Tue 30/98:20JNB - AUH

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Sun 4/59:50JNB - AUH

Nonstop7h 55mEtihad Airways

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Nonstop8h 10mEtihad Airways

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Tue 24/617:50JNB - AUH

1 stop17h 15mMultiple Airlines

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Wed 9/421:45JNB - AUH

1 stop28h 20mEgyptair

Sun 13/45:05AUH - JNB

1 stop28h 05mEgyptair

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Sat 29/1113:00JNB - AUH

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1 stop33h 35mSWISS

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Deal found 9/4R10 461

Sun 4/59:50JNB - AUH

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Tue 24/617:50JNB - AUH

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Mon 30/62:15AUH - JNB

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JohannesburgAbu Dhabi

JNB - AUH

JNBAUH

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 4/5

20:25-16:20

1 stop17h 55m

Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

Wed 7/5

17:40-10:00

1 stop18h 20m

R9 970

JohannesburgAbu Dhabi

JNB - AUH

JNBAUH

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 30/9

8:20-3:10

1 stop16h 50m

Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

Tue 7/10

4:25-20:10

1 stop17h 45m

R10 461

JohannesburgAbu Dhabi

JNB - AUH

JNBAUH

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 4/5

9:50-19:45

Nonstop7h 55m

Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

Tue 6/5

2:10-8:20

Nonstop8h 10m

R10 932

JohannesburgAbu Dhabi

JNB - AUH

JNBAUH

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 24/6

17:50-13:05

1 stop17h 15m

Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

Mon 30/6

2:15-10:35

1 stop34h 20m

R12 600

JohannesburgAbu Dhabi

JNB - AUH

JNBAUH

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 30/9

19:00-19:20

2 stops22h 20m

Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

Mon 6/10

2:25-8:35

2 stops32h 10m

R26 045

JohannesburgAbu Dhabi

JNB - AUH

JNBAUH

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 30/9

13:55-4:25

1 stop12h 30m

R6 418

JohannesburgAbu Dhabi

JNB - AUH

JNBAUH

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 30/9

9:50-19:45

Nonstop7h 55m

R9 205

JohannesburgAbu Dhabi

JNB - AUH

JNBAUH

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 30/9

12:20-3:10

3 stops36h 50m

R16 702

JohannesburgAbu Dhabi

JNB - AUH

JNBAUH

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 29/9

1:15-0:25

1 stop21h 10m

R34 896

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When is the best time to book a flight to Abu Dhabi?

Booking 79 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights to Abu Dhabi. The general trend is that the closer you book to the departure date, the more expensive your flight will be.

How long is the flight to Abu Dhabi?

On average, a flight from Johannesburg to Abu Dhabi takes 7 hours 55 minutes. Flights to Abu Dhabi from other popular cities in South Africa will vary in length. Below are a few examples of popular routes and their flight times.

What are the most popular airlines that fly to Abu Dhabi?

The most popular airlines flying from Johannesburg to Abu Dhabi are Qatar Airways, Etihad Airways and Emirates.

Qatar Airways

From R438

Etihad Airways

From R666

Emirates

From R666

Egyptair

From R491

What are the cheapest airlines that fly to Abu Dhabi?

The cheapest airlines flying from Johannesburg to Abu Dhabi are Qatar Airways, Egyptair and Emirates.

Rainfall in Abu Dhabi by month

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Abu Dhabi ranges from 10.0 - 20.0 mm 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

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 a feel of what it's like to fly with Qatar Airways, Etihad Airways and Brussels Airlines to Abu Dhabi by reading reviews from past customers. In addition to providing an overall rating, users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

Qatar Airways

7,4

Good

3 546 reviews

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1 / 20

6,0

Good

preeti,Jan 2025

DOH - PHL

Can improve a lot from food to crew training to entertainment etc.

Qatar Airways

7,4

Good

3 546 reviews

Qatar Airways

7,4

Good

3 546 reviews

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Reviews

1 / 20

6,0

Good

preeti,Jan 2025

DOH - PHL

Can improve a lot from food to crew training to entertainment etc.

Etihad Airways

7,4

Good

1 188 reviews

Qatar Airways

7,4

Good

3 546 reviews

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Reviews

1 / 20

6,0

Good

preeti,Jan 2025

DOH - PHL

Can improve a lot from food to crew training to entertainment etc.

Brussels Airlines

7,4

Good

345 reviews

Qatar Airways

7,4

Good

3 546 reviews

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Reviews

1 / 20

6,0

Good

preeti,Jan 2025

DOH - PHL

Can improve a lot from food to crew training to entertainment etc.

Ethiopian Air

7,2

Good

765 reviews

Qatar Airways

7,4

Good

3 546 reviews

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Reviews

1 / 20

6,0

Good

preeti,Jan 2025

DOH - PHL

Can improve a lot from food to crew training to entertainment etc.

FAQs about flying to Abu Dhabi

What airport do you fly into for flights to Abu Dhabi?
Booking a flight to Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl (AUH) is your only option if you intend on flying to Abu Dhabi. It is only a 28,0 km journey from Zayed Intl to Abu Dhabi’s city centre. Zayed Intl is the only Abu Dhabi airport and it handles 2 daily flights from Johannesburg. 4 airlines have flights from Johannesburg to Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl on a regular basis.
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, Qatar Airways 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 R2 259, while return flights cost around R3 030.
How much is a return flight to Abu Dhabi?
A return flight to Abu Dhabi will typically cost around R226, however they can be found for as little as R154.
Where does the fastest flight to Abu Dhabi depart from?
For those looking to save time traveling to Abu Dhabi, Johannesburg offers the quickest one-way flight (7 hours 55 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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