Cheap flights from Istanbul to Abu Dhabi
Flights overview
Prices shown are for one adult in Economy class flights from Zürich to New York. This includes the cheapest Business class options where available.
Prices reflect the lowest available in the next three months, though they are subject to change and availability.
Last-minute deals apply to the cheapest weekend trips available in the next seven days, with weekend trips being flights departing between Thursday and Saturday and returning on Sunday or Monday.
Flight duration shown is based on nonstop flights or those with the fewest stops available.
Prices reflect the lowest available in the next three months, though they are subject to change and availability.
Last-minute deals apply to the cheapest weekend trips available in the next seven days, with weekend trips being flights departing between Thursday and Saturday and returning on Sunday or Monday.
Flight duration shown is based on nonstop flights or those with the fewest stops available.
Useful information for finding cheap flights from Istanbul to Abu Dhabi and booking your next trip
| Cheapest round-trip flights | $149 |
Pegasus
Nonstop
5 hr
Thu, May 7 — Thu, May 14
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The cheapest round-trip flight from Istanbul to Abu Dhabi is currently $149 | |
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| Cheapest one-way flight | $69 |
Pegasus
Nonstop
5 hr
Wed, May 13
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The cheapest one-way flight from Istanbul to Abu Dhabi is currently $69 | |
| Last-minute weekend getaway | $668 |
Royal Jordanian
1 stop
30 hr
Thu, Apr 16 — Sun, Apr 19
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The cheapest last-minute weekend getaway from Istanbul to Abu Dhabi is currently $668 | |
| Cheapest business class flights | $1,279 |
Saudia
1 stop
16 hr
Thu, Jun 11 — Wed, Jun 17
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The cheapest business class round-trip flight from Istanbul to Abu Dhabi is currently $1,279 | |
| Fastest flight | 4 hr 25 min | The fastest nonstop flight from Istanbul to Abu Dhabi takes 4 hr 25 min |
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| Nonstop flights | Some days | There are direct flights on this route 5 days a week: Mon, Tue, Thu, Fri, Sat. |
When is the cheapest time to fly?
Typical prices for the least expensive flights for 1-week trips from Istanbul to Abu Dhabi per month. Insights are based on fares observed in the last 12 months. Current prices may differ.
The cheapest month to fly from Istanbul to Abu Dhabi is typically May. The most expensive month to fly is typically December.
| May Cheapest
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Typical prices: $150–365 |
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| December Most expensive
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Typical prices: $280–450 |
Popular airlines from Istanbul to Abu Dhabi
Popularity is based on the number of weekly nonstop and connecting flights the airline operates. Connecting flights do not include interline routes.
Flight suggestions are based on an airline's cheapest round-trip fares from Istanbul to Abu Dhabi in the next 3 months. Prices include required taxes + fees for one adult. Optional charges and bag fees may apply.
Typical prices are based on fares observed in the past year for one-week round trips with the same origin, destination, and airline.
- EtihadNonstopfrom $344Typical price: $245–7205 weekly nonstop flightsIST - AUH Every Mon, Tue, Thu, Fri, Sat
- EgyptAirfrom $704Typical price: $480–70018 weekly connecting flightsIST - AUH Every day
- Saudiafrom $536Typical price: $460–94011 weekly connecting flightsIST - AUH Every day
- Ethiopianfrom $1,200Typical price: $850–1,1507 weekly connecting flightsIST - AUH Every day
- IndiGo7 weekly connecting flightsIST - AUH Every day
Popular airports near Istanbul
Distance and driving time are relative to the city center. Airports are listed based on distance from Istanbul center and popularity with travelers.
- Sabiha Gökçen International Airport (SAW)Istanbul Türkiye 1 hr 1 min 19 mi
- Istanbul Airport (IST)Istanbul Türkiye 46 min 21 mi
- Bursa Yenişehir Airport (YEI)Bursa Türkiye 2 hr 22 min 60 mi
- Tekirdag Ataturk Corlu Airport (TEQ)Tekirdağ Türkiye 1 hr 32 min 56 mi
Popular airports near Abu Dhabi
Distance and driving time are relative to the city center. Airports are listed based on distance from Abu Dhabi center and popularity with travelers.
- Zayed International Airport (AUH)Abu Dhabi United Arab Emirates 25 min 17 mi
- Sharjah International Airport (SHJ)Sharjah United Arab Emirates 1 hr 55 min 93 mi
- Fujairah International Airport (FJR)Fujairah United Arab Emirates 2 hr 33 min 130 mi
- Al Ain International Airport (AAN)Al Ain United Arab Emirates 1 hr 35 min 78 mi
Frequently asked questions about flying from Istanbul to Abu Dhabi
The cheapest flights from Istanbul to Abu Dhabi are usually in May. Typical ticket prices in May range from $150 to $365.
The cheapest round-trip flight from Istanbul to Abu Dhabi recently found on Google Flights was with Pegasus from $149. The cheapest one-way flight was with Pegasus from $69.
Some of the cheapest round-trip deals we found with different airlines:
Some of the cheapest round-trip deals we found with different airlines:
- The cheapest Etihad flight from Istanbul to Abu Dhabi is $344, flying from Jul 5 to Jul 11.
- The cheapest EgyptAir flight from Istanbul to Abu Dhabi is $704, flying from Apr 24 to Apr 30.
- The cheapest Saudia flight from Istanbul to Abu Dhabi is $536, flying from Jun 11 to Jun 17.
- The cheapest Ethiopian flight from Istanbul to Abu Dhabi is $1,200, flying from Apr 30 to May 7.
The cheapest round-trip flight from Istanbul to Abu Dhabi starts at $149 from Thu, May 7 to Thu, May 14. The cheapest one-way flight starts at $69 and departs on Wed, May 13.
4 hr 25 min is the shortest flight time from Istanbul to Abu Dhabi.
Most visitors arrive Oct–Apr when the weather is warm and dry. With a desert climate, temperatures soar in the summer (Jun–Sep). Major events include the Abu Dhabi Festival (Mar) and Abu Dhabi Film Festival (Oct). The major religious holidays are Ramadan, Eid Al Fitr and Eid Al Adha (all dates vary).
It's easy to use Google Flights to find the cheapest days to fly from Istanbul to Abu Dhabi.
Just click the Departure label near the top of the page to open the calendar. Choose a start date and a return date to see how the round-trip fare changes on those specific days.
Adjust the trip type to see one-way fares. The cheapest available flights are highlighted and easy to spot. Once you settle on dates, click the Search button to see flight options and book the deal.
You can also turn on price tracking to get alerts if the price changes for a route or flight.
Just click the Departure label near the top of the page to open the calendar. Choose a start date and a return date to see how the round-trip fare changes on those specific days.
Adjust the trip type to see one-way fares. The cheapest available flights are highlighted and easy to spot. Once you settle on dates, click the Search button to see flight options and book the deal.
You can also turn on price tracking to get alerts if the price changes for a route or flight.
What counts as the best airline for your flights from Istanbul to Abu Dhabi really depends on your individual needs. You may have a favorite carrier or a loyalty program you like, but price, convenience, and airports served also come into play. Flexibility and booking terms – Can you change flights if you want to stay longer or get a refund if you have to postpone your trip? – are also factors that help determine which airline is best to fly from Istanbul to Abu Dhabi.
In terms of nonstop flights, Etihad is the most popular. Etihad offers 5 nonstop flights per week. Etihad flies from Istanbul Airport (IST) to Zayed International Airport (AUH) .
In terms of flights, EgyptAir is the most popular. EgyptAir offers 18 connecting flights per week. EgyptAir flies from Istanbul Airport (IST) to Zayed International Airport (AUH) .
Other popular airlines flying from Istanbul to Abu Dhabi are:
In terms of nonstop flights, Etihad is the most popular. Etihad offers 5 nonstop flights per week. Etihad flies from Istanbul Airport (IST) to Zayed International Airport (AUH) .
In terms of flights, EgyptAir is the most popular. EgyptAir offers 18 connecting flights per week. EgyptAir flies from Istanbul Airport (IST) to Zayed International Airport (AUH) .
Other popular airlines flying from Istanbul to Abu Dhabi are:
- Saudia offers 11 connecting flights per week. Saudia flies from Istanbul Airport (IST) to Zayed International Airport (AUH) .
- Ethiopian offers 7 connecting flights per week. Ethiopian flies from Istanbul Airport (IST) to Zayed International Airport (AUH) .
- IndiGo offers 7 connecting flights per week. IndiGo flies from Istanbul Airport (IST) to Zayed International Airport (AUH) .
The cheapest round-trip flight from Istanbul to Abu Dhabi recently found on Google Flights was with Pegasus from $149. The cheapest one-way flight was with Pegasus from $69.
Some of the cheapest round-trip deals we found with different airlines:
Some of the cheapest round-trip deals we found with different airlines:
- The cheapest Etihad flight from Istanbul to Abu Dhabi is $344, flying from Jul 5 to Jul 11.
- The cheapest EgyptAir flight from Istanbul to Abu Dhabi is $704, flying from Apr 24 to Apr 30.
- The cheapest Saudia flight from Istanbul to Abu Dhabi is $536, flying from Jun 11 to Jun 17.
- The cheapest Ethiopian flight from Istanbul to Abu Dhabi is $1,200, flying from Apr 30 to May 7.
Etihad flies direct from Istanbul to Abu Dhabi.
- There are 5 Etihad direct flights from Istanbul to Abu Dhabi per week. Flights are available on Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, Friday and Saturday.
The cheapest last-minute deal between Istanbul and Abu Dhabi at price $668 is offered by Royal Jordanian from Thu, Apr 16 to Sun, Apr 19.
Etihad flies direct from Istanbul to Abu Dhabi.
- There are 5 Etihad direct flights from Istanbul to Abu Dhabi per week. Flights are available on Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, Friday and Saturday.
Direct flights from Istanbul to Abu Dhabi are only available on Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, Friday and Saturday.
The cheapest direct (nonstop) round-trip flights between Istanbul and Abu Dhabi start at $149 from Thu, May 7 to Thu, May 14 with Pegasus.
It's easy to find nonstop flights with Google Flights! Once you've searched for flights from Istanbul to Abu Dhabi, just select the nonstop flights only option in the 'Stops’ filter in the search form and view all available direct flights and their prices.
The cheapest business class round-trip flights between Istanbul and Abu Dhabi start at $1,279 from Thu, Jun 11 to Wed, Jun 17 with Saudia.
The cheapest economy class round-trip flights between Istanbul and Abu Dhabi start at $149 from Thu, May 7 to Thu, May 14.
To book business class trips from Istanbul to Abu Dhabi, look for the default Economy selection at the top, and change it to your desired cabin class such as Premium Economy, Business Class, or First Class. You can then select your departure and arrival dates, consider available options, and book your business travel.
You can also adjust the trip type to view one-way fares.
You can also adjust the trip type to view one-way fares.
The best last-minute getaway deal for the next weekend between Istanbul and Abu Dhabi starts at $668 from Thu, Apr 16 to Sun, Apr 19 with Royal Jordanian.
The cheapest last-minute deal between Istanbul and Abu Dhabi at price $668 is offered by Royal Jordanian from Thu, Apr 16 to Sun, Apr 19.
To find last-minute flight deals from Istanbul to Abu Dhabi, start by entering the city names, select the desired departure and return dates, and hit the Search button to view flight options.
You can check for last-minute flights for the same day or adjust the trip type to see one-way fares.
You can check for last-minute flights for the same day or adjust the trip type to see one-way fares.
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