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AED 257 Find cheap flights from Istanbul to Abu Dhabi

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a KAYAK user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight from Istanbul to Abu Dhabi departing on 27/10. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel. Click the price to replicate the search for this deal.
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Cheap flight deals from Istanbul to Abu Dhabi

Here are some of the best deals found on KAYAK recently from the most popular airlines for round-trip flights from Istanbul to Abu Dhabi that are departing in the next months. While these flights were available on KAYAK in the last 72 hours, prices and availability are subject to change and deals may expire.
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22:30 - 03:55SAW-AUH
4h 25mdirect
05:00 - 08:40AUH-SAW
4h 40mdirect
AED 584Pegasus Airlines
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Thu, 5 Sep - Fri, 20 Sep
22:30 - 03:55SAW-AUH
4h 25mdirect
05:00 - 08:40AUH-SAW
4h 40mdirect
AED 591Pegasus Airlines
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Thu, 5 Sep - Tue, 17 Sep
14:50 - 22:45IST-AUH
6h 55m1 stop
07:30 - 13:50AUH-IST
7h 20m1 stop
AED 599Gulf Air
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Thu, 5 Sep - Fri, 13 Sep
22:30 - 03:55SAW-AUH
4h 25mdirect
05:00 - 08:40AUH-SAW
4h 40mdirect
AED 606Pegasus Airlines
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Thu, 19 Sep - Wed, 25 Sep
22:30 - 03:55SAW-AUH
4h 25mdirect
05:00 - 08:40AUH-SAW
4h 40mdirect
AED 624Pegasus Airlines
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Thu, 5 Sep - Fri, 20 Sep
13:40 - 22:15SAW-AUH
7h 35m1 stop
05:45 - 12:10AUH-SAW
7h 25m1 stop
AED 628Qatar Airways
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Thu, 19 Sep - Wed, 25 Sep
11:20 - 19:35IST-AUH
7h 15m1 stop
20:35 - 19:30AUH-IST
23h 55m1 stop
AED 635MEA
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Thu, 19 Sep - Wed, 25 Sep
14:45 - 20:05IST-AUH
4h 20mdirect
02:20 - 06:20AUH-IST
5h 00mdirect
AED 705Etihad Airways
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Thu, 12 Sep - Thu, 19 Sep
14:45 - 20:05IST-AUH
4h 20mdirect
02:20 - 06:20AUH-IST
5h 00mdirect
AED 779Etihad Airways
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Thu, 12 Sep - Thu, 19 Sep
14:50 - 22:45IST-AUH
6h 55m1 stop
07:30 - 13:50AUH-IST
7h 20m1 stop
AED 1,509Gulf Air
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Tue, 6 Aug - Wed, 14 Aug

Flights from Istanbul to Abu Dhabi - Travel Insights & Trends

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

What is the cheapest Istanbul to Abu Dhabi flight route?

The cheapest price for flight routes found by users searching on KAYAK in the last 2 weeks for one-way flights from Istanbul to Abu Dhabi.
Our data shows that the cheapest route for a one-way flight from Istanbul to Abu Dhabi cost AED 256 and was between Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen Airport and Abu Dhabi. On average, the best prices are found if you fly this route. The average price for a return flight for this route is AED 631.

What’s the cheapest day of the week to fly from Istanbul to Abu Dhabi?

The average price of all flights from Istanbul to Abu Dhabi clicked on KAYAK for each day over the last 12 months.
If your flying dates are flexible, you should consider flying to Abu Dhabi on a Tuesday, as we generally find the cheapest rates on that day for this route. On the other hand, Monday is the most expensive day to fly from Istanbul to Abu Dhabi. For your return ticket, we recommend flying on a Wednesday and avoiding Mondays for the best deals.

What is the cheapest month to fly from Istanbul to Abu Dhabi?

To calculate monthly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each month over the last year for flights from Istanbul to Abu Dhabi, removes the top 0.1% to account for outliers, and then takes the median of all values for each month.
The cheapest month for flights from Istanbul to Abu Dhabi is March, where tickets cost AED 775 on average. On the other hand, the most expensive months are August and July, where the average cost of tickets is AED 1,157 and AED 1,138 respectively.

Can I save money by flying with a stopover from Istanbul to Abu Dhabi?

The average price for all direct flights, flights with one stopover, and flights with two stopovers for the route found by users searching on KAYAK in the last 2 weeks.
Yes, flying with a stopover may cost you more time, but you can also save money on the route, with a 1 stop stopover the cheapest option at AED 1,241 on average

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

To calculate daily average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each day before departure over the last year for flights from Istanbul to Abu Dhabi, removes the top 0.1% to account for outliers, and then takes the average of all the values for each month.
To get a below average price on the flight from Istanbul to Abu Dhabi, you should book around 3 days before departure. For the absolute cheapest price, our data suggests you should book 122 days before departure.

Which airlines provide the cheapest flights from Istanbul to Abu Dhabi?

The cheapest price for the route for each airline clicked by KAYAK users in the last 72 hours.
In the past 3 days, the cheapest one-way tickets to Abu Dhabi from Istanbul were found on Pegasus Airlines (AED 257) and Etihad Airways (AED 437), and the lowest return tickets were found on Pegasus Airlines (AED 584) and Gulf Air (AED 599).

Which airlines fly most frequently between Istanbul and Abu Dhabi?

Istanbul and Abu Dhabi are connected by different airlines. The airlines that fly that route the most regularly are Etihad Airways (14 flights per week), Turkish Airlines (10 flights per week), and Pegasus Airlines (5 flights per week).

Which airlines fly direct between Istanbul and Abu Dhabi?

Airline and price data is aggregated from results in KAYAK’s search results from the last 2 weeks for flights from Istanbul to Abu Dhabi.
There are 4 airlines that fly direct from Istanbul to Abu Dhabi. They are: Air Arabia Abu Dhabi, Etihad Airways, Pegasus Airlines and Turkish Airlines. The cheapest price of all airlines flying this route was found with Pegasus Airlines at AED 421 for a one-way flight. On average, the best prices for this route can be found at Pegasus Airlines.

How many flights are there between Istanbul and Abu Dhabi per day?

Each day, there are between 3 and 6 nonstop flights that take off from Istanbul and land in Abu Dhabi, with an average flight time of 4h 25m. The most common departure time is 07:00 and most flights take off in the morning. Each week, there are 33 flights. The most frequent day of departure is Friday, when 18% of all weekly flights depart. The fewest flights depart on a Monday.

Which cabin class options are there for flights between Istanbul and Abu Dhabi?

The average price of flights for each cabin class for the route found by users searching on KAYAK over the last 2 weeks.
There are 2 cabin class options for the route. These are Business and Economy. Perform a search on KAYAK to find the latest prices and availability for all cabin fares, which differ across airlines.

How long does a flight from Istanbul to Abu Dhabi take?

This flight route requires at least one stop and takes a minimum of 4h 15m.

Good to know

Cheapest flight

AED 257
Flight from Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen Airport to Abu Dhabi

When to book flights from Istanbul to Abu Dhabi

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Istanbul to Abu Dhabi based on our flight data from the last year. Discover the cheapest month and even day to fly.
Estimated return price
KAYAK looks at all historical flight data for each date to provide a predicted price for one-way trips or returns with a duration up to 40 days. While we try to provide actual minimum prices for each date, some prices are predictions and actual prices may differ.

FAQs for booking flights from Istanbul to Abu Dhabi

  • What is the cheapest flight from Istanbul to Abu Dhabi?

    In the last 3 days, the lowest price for a flight from Istanbul to Abu Dhabi was AED 70 for a one-way ticket and AED 159 for a return.

  • Which airports will I be using when flying from Istanbul to Abu Dhabi?

    Istanbul is served by 2 major airports and there is only 1 main airport in Abu Dhabi. You will leave Istanbul from one of these airports: Istanbul or Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen. You will be arriving at Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl.

  • Which aircraft models fly most regularly from Istanbul to Abu Dhabi?

    We unfortunately don’t have that data for this specific route.

  • Which airline alliances offer flights from Istanbul to Abu Dhabi?

    Star Alliance, oneworld, and SkyTeam are the airline alliances operating flights between Istanbul and Abu Dhabi, with SkyTeam being the most commonly used for this route.

  • How does KAYAK find such low prices on flights from Istanbul 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 from Istanbul to Abu Dhabi.

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

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

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

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

  • What is KAYAK's "flexible dates" feature and why should I care when looking for a flight from Istanbul 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 from Istanbul up to 3 days before/after your preferred dates. You can then pick the flights that suit you best.

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Prefer to fly direct from Istanbul to Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl?

Find which airlines fly direct from Istanbul to Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl Airport, which days they fly and book direct flights.

Direct departures

Istanbul to Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

Monday

ANA, Air Serbia, Etihad Airways, +3 more

ANA, Air Serbia, +4 more

Tuesday

ANA, Air Serbia, Etihad Airways, +3 more

ANA, Air Serbia, +4 more

Wednesday

ANA, Air Arabia Abu Dhabi, Air Serbia, +3 more

ANA, Air Arabia Abu Dhabi, +4 more

Thursday

ANA, Air Serbia, Etihad Airways, +3 more

ANA, Air Serbia, +4 more

Friday

ANA, Air Arabia Abu Dhabi, Air Serbia, +4 more

ANA, Air Arabia Abu Dhabi, +5 more

Saturday

ANA, Air Serbia, Etihad Airways, +3 more

ANA, Air Serbia, +4 more

Sunday

ANA, Air Arabia Abu Dhabi, Air Serbia, +3 more

ANA, Air Arabia Abu Dhabi, +4 more

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Direct returns

Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl to Istanbul

Monday

ANA, Etihad Airways, SriLankan Airlines, +1 more

ANA, Etihad Airways, +2 more

Tuesday

ANA, Air Arabia Abu Dhabi, Etihad Airways, +3 more

ANA, Air Arabia Abu Dhabi, +4 more

Wednesday

ANA, Air Serbia, Etihad Airways, +3 more

ANA, Air Serbia, +4 more

Thursday

ANA, Etihad Airways, SriLankan Airlines, +1 more

ANA, Etihad Airways, +2 more

Friday

ANA, Air Arabia Abu Dhabi, Air Serbia, +4 more

ANA, Air Arabia Abu Dhabi, +5 more

Saturday

ANA, Air Arabia Abu Dhabi, Etihad Airways, +3 more

ANA, Air Arabia Abu Dhabi, +4 more

Sunday

ANA, Air Arabia Abu Dhabi, Air Serbia, +4 more

ANA, Air Arabia Abu Dhabi, +5 more

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Recent one-way flight deals

 
Only flying one-way? Below are some of the best one-way flight deals from Istanbul to Abu Dhabi found on KAYAK in the last 72 hours.
27/10Sun
directPegasus Airlines
4h 30mSAW-AUH
AED 257
5/9Thu
directPegasus Airlines
4h 25mSAW-AUH
AED 283
4/8Sun
1 stop
20h 00mSAW-AUH
AED 378
30/7Tue
1 stop
25h 35mSAW-AUH
AED 382
25/9Wed
directEtihad Airways
4h 20mIST-AUH
AED 437
27/10Sun
directEtihad Airways
4h 30mIST-AUH
AED 452
3/8Sat
directAir Arabia Abu Dhabi
4h 25mSAW-AUH
AED 452
20/9Fri
directAir Arabia Abu Dhabi
4h 25mSAW-AUH
AED 466
28/8Wed
directTurkish Airlines
4h 30mIST-AUH
AED 477
26/10Sat
directTurkish Airlines
4h 25mIST-AUH
AED 481

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Last minute flights from Istanbul to Abu Dhabi

Last minute flight, train and bus deals

 
These last-minute flight deals are the cheapest flights found on KAYAK in the last 72 hours for flights from Istanbul to Abu Dhabi that are departing in the next 10 days.
29/7Mon
multi-stop
7h 25mSAW-AUH
10/9Tue
direct
4h 40mAUH-SAW
AED 790
29/7Mon
directPegasus Airlines
4h 25mSAW-AUH
10/9Tue
directPegasus Airlines
4h 40mAUH-SAW
AED 936
29/7Mon
multi-stop
7h 25mSAW-AUH
10/9Tue
multi-stop
10h 50mAUH-SAW
AED 940
30/7Tue
multi-stop
25h 35mSAW-AUH
3/8Sat
direct
4h 50mAUH-SAW
AED 1,025
30/7Tue
direct
4h 25mSAW-AUH
3/8Sat
direct
4h 50mAUH-SAW
AED 1,069
30/7Tue
directAir Arabia Abu Dhabi
4h 25mSAW-AUH
3/8Sat
directAir Arabia Abu Dhabi
4h 50mAUH-SAW
AED 1,150
29/7Mon
directEtihad Airways
4h 30mIST-AUH
9/9Mon
directEtihad Airways
5h 00mAUH-IST
AED 1,249
29/7Mon
multi-stopGulf Air
6h 55mIST-AUH
1/8Thu
multi-stopGulf Air
15h 20mAUH-IST
AED 1,524
29/7Mon
directEtihad Airways
4h 30mIST-AUH
31/7Wed
directEtihad Airways
5h 00mAUH-IST
AED 1,583
29/7Mon
multi-stopQatar Airways
13h 50mSAW-AUH
1/8Thu
multi-stopQatar Airways
7h 40mAUH-SAW
AED 2,196

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Flights to Abu Dhabi

Destination:

Abu Dhabi (AUH)United Arab Emirates

Return flight deals:

Abu Dhabi - Istanbul

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