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Cheapest time to fly from London to Abu Dhabi

If you’re planning to fly this route soon, keep in mind that the lowest fares are usually available in the middle of January. Take advantage of this period to save on your flight tickets and make the most of your trip. Please note that prices may change after your search.

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Flight Duration12 h and 15 mFlights between London and Abu Dhabi take, on average, 12 h and 15 m minutes, but the time can vary according to other factors

Cheapest flight£174Cheapest price for a flight between London and Abu Dhabi found by our customers in the last 72 hours

Origin airportsGatwick Airport, Heathrow Airport, London Stansted Airport, London Luton Airport, London City AirportFor flights from London to Abu Dhabi

Destination airportAbu Dhabi International AirportFor the route from London to Abu Dhabi

High seasonMarchAccording to search data from our customers, March is the busiest time to fly from London to Abu Dhabi

Airlines flying this routeBritish Airways, Etihad AirwaysAirline(s) with flights between London to Abu Dhabi

One-way average Price£449The average price for a flight London - Abu Dhabi at Opodo is £449, based on the price of last 6 months

Best time to bookMarchAccording to real data June is the most popular time to book a flight to Abu Dhabi when departing from London

Airlines that fly from London to Abu Dhabi

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Last checked on Tue 10/11

Distance: 3,400 mi

London airports

Gatwick Airport (LGW)How far from city centre: 25 mi

Heathrow Airport (LHR)How far from city centre: 14 mi

London Stansted Airport (STN)How far from city centre: 30 mi

London Luton Airport (LTN)How far from city centre: 28 mi

London City Airport (LCY)How far from city centre: 8 mi

Abu Dhabi airports

Abu Dhabi International Airport (AUH)How far from city centre: 1 mi

London to Abu Dhabi flights

A flight from London to Abu Dhabi takes you to Zayed International Airport (AUH). This route from London Heathrow or London Gatwick operates via connections.

The cheapest London to Abu Dhabi ticket booked on Opodo in the last few days cost £174; treat it as a guide, as the final fare depends on your dates.

Departing from London: airports

Flights to Abu Dhabi primarily depart from two airports in London.

London Heathrow Airport (LHR) is located about 25km from the city centre. The airport is reached by the Elizabeth line, the Piccadilly line and the Heathrow Express, with departing airlines including British Airways.

London Gatwick Airport (LGW) sits approximately 47km from central London and is connected by the Gatwick Express.

Arriving in Abu Dhabi: from the airport to the city

Flights land at Zayed International Airport (AUH), which handles services by airlines including Etihad Airways. The airport sits approximately 20 miles east of the city centre.

The A1 bus leaves from the arrivals hall every 30 to 60 minutes, reaching the city in about 45 minutes. Metered taxis operate from designated ranks with a journey time of 30 to 35 minutes to central districts, and private hire vehicles collect passengers at marked zones.

Entry requirements for Abu Dhabi

British passport holders can obtain a 30-day visitor visa on arrival in Abu Dhabi. Visitors from the EU and various other nations are also eligible for visas on arrival or visa-free entry.

Things to do in Abu Dhabi

Abu Dhabi offers a mix of cultural and modern attractions, from the architecture of the Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque to the art collections at the Louvre Abu Dhabi. For entertainment, Ferrari World features various rides, while coastal boat cruises provide views of the city skyline.

The peak travel period runs from December to March, when the weather is suited to outdoor activities. This season includes major events such as the Abu Dhabi Grand Prix and the Mother of the Nation Festival.

Frequently asked questions about flights from London to Abu Dhabi

On average, how much is the price of a flight from London to Abu Dhabi?

When you fly from London to Abu Dhabi the average price is £449. However, this price depends on many other factors such as seasonality or how far in advance the route has been booked.

How can I find cheap flights from London to Abu Dhabi at Opodo?

The cheapest price for a flight from London to Abu Dhabi is 174 £. At Opodo we use different machine learned based methodologies to find our costumers the best option available, considering airline combinations, stopovers and direct flights as well as different criteria for inbound and outbound journeys.

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

The most popular months to book a flight from London to Abu Dhabi are June, October and August, based on the searches of our customers.

When is the best time to travel from London to Abu Dhabi?

The best time of the year to go to Abu Dhabi when flying from London depends on several preference factors like climate, seasonality and, of course, price. When it comes to popularity, December is the top 1º month to fly to Abu Dhabi from London in terms of searches from our customer, followed by October and July. If you prefer to avoid high peaks of turism, however, and escape a crowded period, May, April and March are the months with less volume of searchs for the route London - Abu Dhabi.

How long does the flight take to go from London to Abu Dhabi?

The total flight time between London and Abu Dhabi is of around 12 h and 15 m on average, considering an average distance of 3,400.07 mi, for both direct and indirect flights for the route (which may have 1 or more stops in other cities in between).

Which airports have flights between London and Abu Dhabi?

The main airport route flying between London and Abu Dhabi is: Gatwick Airport (LHR) to Abu Dhabi International Airport(AUH). This route is covered by the following airline(s):

Which are the airlines with flights from London to Abu Dhabi?

Airlines with direct flights departing from London to Abu Dhabi are:

Etihad Airways.
British Airways.

Pegasus Airlines

Gulf Air
Qatar Airways

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