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Cheap Flights from Australia to Abu Dhabi

 
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Recent return flight deals from Australia to Abu Dhabi

Sat, 17 Oct - Sat, 24 Oct
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06:15 - 07:45MEL  Melbourne-AUH Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl
32h 30m2 stops Kuala Lumpur Intl Chennai
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14:20 - 05:00AUH  Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl-MEL Melbourne
31h 40m2 stops Chennai Kuala Lumpur Intl
AED 2,897Multiple Airlines
Sun, 8 Nov - Sat, 14 Nov
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21:55 - 16:25BNE  Brisbane-AUH Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl
24h 30m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl
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17:55 - 17:30AUH  Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl-BNE Brisbane
17h 35m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl
AED 2,938Qatar Airways
Mon, 19 Oct - Mon, 26 Oct
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14:00 - 07:45MEL  Melbourne-AUH Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl
24h 45m2 stops Singapore Changi Chennai
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09:15 - 21:20AUH  Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl-MEL Melbourne
29h 05m2 stops Chennai Singapore Changi
AED 2,974Multiple Airlines
Mon, 19 Oct - Mon, 26 Oct
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06:15 - 07:50MEL  Melbourne-AUH Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl
32h 35m2 stops Kuala Lumpur Intl Thiruvananthapuram
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07:00 - 23:45AUH  Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl-MEL Melbourne
33h 45m2 stops Thiruvananthapuram Kuala Lumpur Intl
AED 2,985Multiple Airlines
Fri, 16 Oct - Fri, 23 Oct
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14:00 - 07:45MEL  Melbourne-AUH Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl
24h 45m2 stops Singapore Changi Chennai
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08:45 - 21:20AUH  Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl-MEL Melbourne
29h 35m2 stops Chennai Singapore Changi
AED 2,996Multiple Airlines
Tue, 13 Oct - Mon, 9 Nov
Qatar Airways Logo
22:10 - 16:20BNE  Brisbane-AUH Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl
24h 10m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl
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23:40 - 17:30AUH  Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl-BNE Brisbane
35h 50m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl
AED 3,000Qatar Airways
Sun, 4 Oct - Mon, 19 Oct
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02:30 - 10:55MEL  Melbourne-AUH Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl
39h 25m1 stop New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl
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11:55 - 20:40AUH  Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl-MEL Melbourne
25h 45m1 stop New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl
AED 3,004Air India
Mon, 16 Nov - Mon, 30 Nov
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18:55 - 10:50BNE  Brisbane-AUH Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl
21h 55m2 stops Melbourne Doha Hamad Intl
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18:40 - 17:30AUH  Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl-BNE Brisbane
16h 50m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl
AED 3,073Qatar Airways
Tue, 3 Nov - Fri, 13 Nov
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18:20 - 01:10MEL  Melbourne-AUH Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl
13h 50mdirect
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20:40 - 17:00AUH  Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl-MEL Melbourne
13h 20mdirect
AED 4,348Etihad Airways
Sat, 17 Oct - Sun, 25 Oct
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18:20 - 01:10MEL  Melbourne-AUH Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl
13h 50mdirect
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20:40 - 17:00AUH  Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl-MEL Melbourne
13h 20mdirect
AED 4,476Etihad Airways
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KAYAK's insights & trends for flights to Abu Dhabi

Get data-powered insights and trends into flights to Abu Dhabi to help you find the cheapest flights, the best time to fly and much more.

What is the cheapest flight to Abu Dhabi?

In the last 5 days, the cheapest flight deal to Abu Dhabi was found on the route from Sydney, at AED 2,897 return. The most popular connection is from Melbourne to Abu Dhabi, while KAYAK users have found return deals for as low as AED 2,897 in the last 5 days.

What is the cheapest day to fly to Abu Dhabi?

Based on KAYAK data, the cheapest day to fly to Abu Dhabi is Thursday where round-trip tickets can be as cheap as AED 4,443. On the other hand, the most expensive day to fly is Saturday, where round-trip prices are AED 7,109 on average.

What is the cheapest month to fly to Abu Dhabi?

The cheapest month for flights to Abu Dhabi is February, where tickets cost AED 4,179 on average for return flights. On the other hand, the most expensive months are June and December, where the average cost of tickets from Australia is AED 5,409 and AED 5,310 respectively. For one-way flights, the best month to travel is October with an average price of AED 1,843.

What is the cheapest time of day to fly to Abu Dhabi?

The cheapest time of day to fly to Abu Dhabi is generally at night, when round-trip flights cost AED 4,737 on average. The most expensive time of day to fly to Abu Dhabi is generally in the evening, which is peak travel time and where the average cost of a ticket is AED 5,282.

How far in advance should I book a flight to Abu Dhabi?

To get a below average price, you should book around 1 week before departure. For the absolute cheapest price, our data suggests you should book 16 weeks before departure.

Good to know

Low season

July

Cheapest flight

AED 1,469
Best time to beat the crowds but there is an average 8% increase in price.
Most popular time to fly (26% more expensive on average)
Flight from Sydney to Abu Dhabi

FAQs - booking Abu Dhabi flights

  • How do I travel from Abu Dhabi Airport into the city?

    The recommended public transport for tourists is the bus service. You can find stops outside Terminals 1 and 2 which are indicated by the blue and white signs. There are a number of different services that run to and from the airport, stopping at various points throughout the city, including the Al Rahba Hospital and the central Old Fish Market on Al Nasr. Tickets cost approximately 4 AED (1.60 AUD).

  • Do I need a visa to visit Abu Dhabi?

    Australian passport holders do technically require a visa to enter the United Arab Emirates (UAE), however, you will not need to arrange this before your arrival. Instead, you just need to disembark from your flight to Abu Dhabi and a 30-day single-entry visa will be added to your passport and stamped free of charge when you pass through immigration.

  • Where can I purchase some of the local currency?

    You can pick up some of the local currency, United Arab Emirates Dirham, at the Abu Dhabi Airport from one of the numerous currency exchange services throughout. Companies include Abu Dhabi Islamic Bank, the Al Falah Exchange Company, and the global company Travelex. Alternatively, there are foreign card ATMs available in the Arrivals Area that can be used 24h.

  • How busy is the Abu Dhabi Airport?

    The Abu Dhabi International Airport is the second largest airport in the United Arab Emirates after Dubai, and one of the biggest transit airports in the world. It is therefore recommended that you give yourself plenty of time to cross the airport. As it can be very busy during peak traffic times, it is also recommended that you give plenty of time to pass through processes such as baggage claims, immigration, and security.

  • Are there onsite airport hotels at the Abu Dhabi Airport?

    There are two main airport hotels at the airport. The Aerotel is located inside Terminal 1 and is more suitable for those in transit. The Premier Inn Hotel can be accessed from Terminal 1 or 3 from the Skypark retail corridor, in the public area. Alternatively, if you just need a power-nap, you can find GoSleep sleeping pods in the upper level of Terminal 3.

  • What is the cheapest flight to Abu Dhabi?

    In the last 5 days, the cheapest flight deal to Abu Dhabi was found on the route from Sydney, at AED 2,897 return. The most popular connection is from Melbourne to Abu Dhabi, while KAYAK users have found return deals for as low as AED 2,897 in the last 5 days.

  • How far is Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl Airport from central Abu Dhabi?

    The city centre of Abu Dhabi is 28 km from Abu Dhabi.

  • What is the name of Abu Dhabi’s airport?

    There is only 1 airport in Abu Dhabi, called Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl Airport (AUH). It can also be referred to as Zayed Intl.

  • How much is a flight to Abu Dhabi?

    On average, a flight to Abu Dhabi costs AED 4,719. The cheapest price found on KAYAK in the last 2 weeks cost AED 4,584 and departed from Melbourne Airport.

  • How does KAYAK find such low prices on flights to Abu Dhabi?

    KAYAK is a travel search engine. That means we look across the web to find the best prices we can find for our users. With over 2 billion flight queries processed yearly, we are able to display a variety of prices and options on flights to Abu Dhabi.

  • How does KAYAK's flight Price Forecast tool help me choose the right time to buy my flight ticket to Abu Dhabi?

    KAYAK’s flight Price Forecast tool uses historical data to determine whether the price for a flight to Abu Dhabi is likely to change within 7 days, so travellers know whether to wait or book now.

  • What is the Hacker Fare option on flights to Abu Dhabi?

    Hacker Fares allow you to combine one-way tickets in order to save you money over a traditional round-trip ticket. You could then fly to Abu Dhabi with an airline and back with another airline.

  • What is KAYAK's "flexible dates" feature and why should I care when looking for a flight to Abu Dhabi?

    Sometimes travel dates aren't set in stone. If your preferred travel dates have some wiggle room, flexible dates will show you all the options when flying to Abu Dhabi up to 3 days before/after your preferred dates. You can then pick the flights that suit you best.

Top tips for finding cheap flights to Abu Dhabi

  • Looking for cheap airfare to Abu Dhabi? 25% of our users found return tickets to Abu Dhabi for the following prices or less: From Melbourne AED 4,719
  • Enter your preferred departure airport and travel dates into the search form above to unlock the latest Abu Dhabi flight deals.
  • The major service that runs flights from Australia to the Abu Dhabi International Airport (ABU) is Etihad Airways. This airline is based at the Abu Dhabi Airport and utilises most of the terminal’s space.
  • Before travelling into the city you can pick up a range of different supplies, from food to toiletries to pharmaceuticals, at the Skypark Plaza. This shopping centre is in the airport, just outside of Terminal 3.
  • If you need to store luggage for the day you can find short term luggage storage in the Arrivals Hall of Terminals 1 and 3. Prices start at 10.50 AED (4.20 AUD) for smaller bags.
  • Those who require additional assistance through the airport can hire the Golden Class Meet and Assist service to help you with your bags from the air bridge and take you through their fast track lane at immigration.
  • If you need transport between the Abu Dhabi Airport Terminals, you can take advantage of the complimentary airport shuttle service which runs between Terminals 1 and 2 every 15min.
  • Those who would like to purchase a local SIM card to use during your stay to avoid roaming charges can find them at the Etisalat kiosks in the Arrivals Hall. Phone cards for payphones can be purchased at the Relay and Jashanmal newsstands.

Reviews of the top airline flying from Australia to Abu Dhabi

 
Need help choosing which airline to fly with to Abu Dhabi? KAYAK airline reviews give an overall score for each airline based on loads of factors, including comfort, boarding, in-flight entertainment and more, to make your decision easier. See airline scores according to verified KAYAK customer reviews.
7.3
Etihad AirwaysOverall score based on 1532 reviews
7.3Comfort
7.1Food
7.2Entertainment
7.6Boarding
7.8Crew
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I was mislead in the booking thinking I was purchasing via kayak however underpricer was the ticket vendor and I did not have access to seat selection, wifi or the lounge at the airport with my business class ticket for this reason. I did know know these issues were going to occur when I bought the ticket, I was very displeased

2.0 MediocreAdrienne, Aug 2026
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I was mislead in the booking thinking I was purchasing via kayak however underpricer was the ticket vendor and I did not have access to seat selection, wifi or the lounge at the airport with my business class ticket for this reason. I did know know these issues were going to occur when I bought the ticket, I was very displeased

Over all good experience. Cabin crew should have been more attentive and the food quality should improve.

The first segment from Atlanta to Abu Dhabi was fantastic, but we got downgraded to a different aircraft from Abu Dhabi to Delhi. We were supposed to be on a flatbed business class when we booked it but just about one week before travel, we were changed to A321 Neo, which just has old-fashioned business class seats that recline but don’t go flat. While I fully understand that sometimes these changes have to be made for operational reasons, but I asked for some credit or compensation for that and I did not get any anywhere with that

Luggage jandling sucks. I arrived in BLR india on 15th and luggage was delivered today 19th. I came for a business trip everything got screwed up. Poor communication. APP kept saying mishandles in BLR. It never reached BLR. I had air tag which showed luggage was in Germany. I could not reach anybody other than the airpprt people. They had no clue and asked me to call etihad. In India etihad number wasnt working.i had to call US number and that person was the only person who seemed to help. They kept me in dark. No communication or email till i spoke to the person in US.i have flown many airlines but never had this experience. For me this was first and will be last in etihad. Very bad.

The food was nice and the toilets were kept clean. I find the cabin bag policy to be ludicrous though, there's no way someone can have a small personal item and carry-on cabin bag weighing <7kg if you need to take a laptop with you, meds, and any valuables and items you can't risk to leave in a cargo bag that may get left behind

Crew from ground is great but the aircraft is small and last 3 rows luggage section was occupied by crew so no space for travelers. Food was OK

Awful , hidden charges for the luggage was a very awful thing, very much a scam , booking the flight thinking the luggage was included was definitely a scam , then the girl that was taking my luggage Ayrlease the airport was an absolute awful , telling me if I don’t have money to take my luggage with me I can just throw it away , how professional, NEVER AGAIN .

Connection booked by Etihad was delayed and upon arrival to counter they closed it and denied boarding although there was still 15 minutes to go . Manager Karen was very rude and did not want to listen seems there as overbooking and canceling boarding was the only solution..

The staff was excellent. They checked on my needs at the appropriate amount, letting me sleep when I needed, checking up when I was awake.

1st time with. Etihad Airways and it was amazing from check in to crew. Great flight.

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