Cheap flights from Abu Dhabi to Dubai

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Useful information for finding cheap flights from Abu Dhabi to Dubai and booking your next trip
Cheapest round-trip flights $270
Saudia 1 stop 19 hr Mon, Oct 20 — Mon, Oct 27
The cheapest round-trip flight from Abu Dhabi to Dubai is currently $270
Cheapest one-way flight $116
Gulf Air 1 stop 4 hr Wed, Oct 15
The cheapest one-way flight from Abu Dhabi to Dubai is currently $116
Last-minute weekend getaway $341
Gulf Air 1 stop 15 hr Fri, Oct 17 — Mon, Oct 20
The cheapest last-minute weekend getaway from Abu Dhabi to Dubai is currently $341
Cheapest business class flights $1,185
EgyptAir 1 stop 10 hr Fri, Oct 17 — Fri, Oct 24
The cheapest business class round-trip flight from Abu Dhabi to Dubai is currently $1,185
Fastest flight 3 hr 15 min The fastest flight with stops from Abu Dhabi to Dubai takes 3 hr 15 min
Nonstop flights None There are no direct flights on this route.

When is the cheapest time to fly?

The cheapest month to fly from Abu Dhabi to Dubai is typically October. The most expensive month to fly is typically December.
October
Cheapest
Typical prices: $320–485
December
Most expensive
Typical prices: $495–560

Popular airlines from Abu Dhabi to Dubai

  • Qatar Airways
    from $477
    Typical price: $490–580
    356 weekly connecting flights
    AUH - DXB, SHJ Every day
  • Air India Express
    43 weekly connecting flights
    AUH - DXB, SHJ Every day
  • IndiGo
    42 weekly connecting flights
    AUH - DXB, SHJ Every day
  • Flynas
    32 weekly connecting flights
    AUH - DWC, DXB, SHJ Every day
  • EgyptAir
    from $676
    Typical price: $640–910
    32 weekly connecting flights
    AUH - DXB, SHJ Every day
  • Gulf Air
    from $376
    Typical price: $310–395
    24 weekly connecting flights
    AUH - DXB Every day

Popular airports near Abu Dhabi

  • Zayed International Airport (AUH)
    Abu Dhabi United Arab Emirates 25 min 17 mi
  • Dubai International Airport (DXB)
    Dubai United Arab Emirates 1 hr 46 min 83 mi
  • Sharjah International Airport (SHJ)
    Sharjah United Arab Emirates 1 hr 53 min 93 mi
  • Al Maktoum International Airport (DWC) (DWC)
    Dubai United Arab Emirates 1 hr 21 min 59 mi

Popular airports near Dubai

  • Dubai International Airport (DXB)
    Dubai United Arab Emirates 28 min 6 mi
  • Sharjah International Airport (SHJ)
    Sharjah United Arab Emirates 34 min 17 mi
  • Zayed International Airport (AUH)
    Abu Dhabi United Arab Emirates 1 hr 11 min 66 mi
  • Ras Al Khaimah International Airport (RKT)
    Ras Al Khaimah United Arab Emirates 1 hr 11 min 50 mi

Frequently asked questions about flying from Abu Dhabi to Dubai

When are the cheapest days to fly from Abu Dhabi to Dubai?
The cheapest flights from Abu Dhabi to Dubai are usually in October. Typical ticket prices in October range from $320 to $485.
Which airlines provide the cheapest flights from Abu Dhabi to Dubai?
The cheapest round-trip flight from Abu Dhabi to Dubai recently found on Google Flights was with Saudia from $270. The cheapest one-way flight was with Gulf Air from $116.

Some of the cheapest round-trip deals we found with different airlines:
  • The cheapest Qatar Airways flight from Abu Dhabi to Dubai is $477, flying from Oct 19 to Oct 26.
  • The cheapest EgyptAir flight from Abu Dhabi to Dubai is $676, flying from Nov 16 to Nov 24.
  • The cheapest Gulf Air flight from Abu Dhabi to Dubai is $376, flying from Oct 24 to Nov 2.
What are the cheapest flights from Abu Dhabi to Dubai?
The cheapest round-trip flight from Abu Dhabi to Dubai starts at $270 from Mon, Oct 20 to Mon, Oct 27. The cheapest one-way flight starts at $116 and departs on Wed, Oct 15.
How long does it take to fly from Abu Dhabi to Dubai?
3 hr 15 min is the shortest flight time from Abu Dhabi to Dubai.
When should you fly to Dubai, United Arab Emirates?
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 Dubai Shopping Festival (Jan–Feb); Dubai International Jazz Festival and Dubai Tennis Championships (both Feb–Mar); the Dubai World Cup horse race (Mar–Apr); and the Dubai International Film Festival (Nov–Dec). The major religious holidays are Ramadan, Eid Al Fitr and Eid Al Adha (all dates vary) when some restaurants may close temporarily.
How do I find cheap dates to fly from Abu Dhabi to Dubai?
It's easy to use Google Flights to find the cheapest days to fly from Abu Dhabi to Dubai.
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 is the best airline to fly from Abu Dhabi to Dubai?
What counts as the best airline for your flights from Abu Dhabi to Dubai 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 Abu Dhabi to Dubai.

In terms of flights, Qatar Airways is the most popular. Qatar Airways offers 356 connecting flights per week. Qatar Airways flies from Zayed International Airport (AUH) to Dubai International Airport (DXB) , Sharjah International Airport (SHJ) .

Other popular airlines flying from Abu Dhabi to Dubai are:
  • Air India Express offers 43 connecting flights per week. Air India Express flies from Zayed International Airport (AUH) to Dubai International Airport (DXB) , Sharjah International Airport (SHJ) .
  • IndiGo offers 42 connecting flights per week. IndiGo flies from Zayed International Airport (AUH) to Dubai International Airport (DXB) , Sharjah International Airport (SHJ) .
  • Flynas offers 32 connecting flights per week. Flynas flies from Zayed International Airport (AUH) to Al Maktoum International Airport (DWC) (DWC) , Dubai International Airport (DXB) , Sharjah International Airport (SHJ) .
  • EgyptAir offers 32 connecting flights per week. EgyptAir flies from Zayed International Airport (AUH) to Dubai International Airport (DXB) , Sharjah International Airport (SHJ) .
  • Gulf Air offers 24 connecting flights per week. Gulf Air flies from Zayed International Airport (AUH) to Dubai International Airport (DXB) .
The number of connecting flights refers to distinct flights with at least one stop between Abu Dhabi and Dubai.
Which airlines provide the cheapest flights from Abu Dhabi to Dubai?
The cheapest round-trip flight from Abu Dhabi to Dubai recently found on Google Flights was with Saudia from $270. The cheapest one-way flight was with Gulf Air from $116.

Some of the cheapest round-trip deals we found with different airlines:
  • The cheapest Qatar Airways flight from Abu Dhabi to Dubai is $477, flying from Oct 19 to Oct 26.
  • The cheapest EgyptAir flight from Abu Dhabi to Dubai is $676, flying from Nov 16 to Nov 24.
  • The cheapest Gulf Air flight from Abu Dhabi to Dubai is $376, flying from Oct 24 to Nov 2.
Which airlines have direct flights from Abu Dhabi to Dubai?
No airline flies direct from Abu Dhabi to Dubai.
  • There are 356 Qatar Airways connecting flights from Abu Dhabi to Dubai per week. Flights are available every day.
  • There are 43 Air India Express connecting flights from Abu Dhabi to Dubai per week. Flights are available every day.
  • There are 42 IndiGo connecting flights from Abu Dhabi to Dubai per week. Flights are available every day.
  • There are 32 Flynas connecting flights from Abu Dhabi to Dubai per week. Flights are available every day.
  • There are 32 EgyptAir connecting flights from Abu Dhabi to Dubai per week. Flights are available every day.
  • There are 24 Gulf Air connecting flights from Abu Dhabi to Dubai per week. Flights are available every day.
Use the Stops filter while searching for flights, to see only nonstop options in your results.
Which airline provides the cheapest last-minute getaway flight from Abu Dhabi to Dubai?
The cheapest last-minute deal between Abu Dhabi and Dubai at price $341 is offered by Gulf Air from Fri, Oct 17 to Mon, Oct 20.
Which airlines have direct flights from Abu Dhabi to Dubai?
No airline flies direct from Abu Dhabi to Dubai.
  • There are 356 Qatar Airways connecting flights from Abu Dhabi to Dubai per week. Flights are available every day.
  • There are 43 Air India Express connecting flights from Abu Dhabi to Dubai per week. Flights are available every day.
  • There are 42 IndiGo connecting flights from Abu Dhabi to Dubai per week. Flights are available every day.
  • There are 32 Flynas connecting flights from Abu Dhabi to Dubai per week. Flights are available every day.
  • There are 32 EgyptAir connecting flights from Abu Dhabi to Dubai per week. Flights are available every day.
  • There are 24 Gulf Air connecting flights from Abu Dhabi to Dubai per week. Flights are available every day.
Use the Stops filter while searching for flights, to see only nonstop options in your results.
When are direct flights from Abu Dhabi to Dubai available?
There are no direct flights from Abu Dhabi to Dubai.
How can I find nonstop flights from Abu Dhabi to Dubai?
It's easy to find nonstop flights with Google Flights! Once you've searched for flights from Abu Dhabi to Dubai, just select the nonstop flights only option in the 'Stops’ filter in the search form and view all available direct flights and their prices.
What are the cheapest business class flights from Abu Dhabi to Dubai?
The cheapest business class round-trip flights between Abu Dhabi and Dubai start at $1,185 from Fri, Oct 17 to Fri, Oct 24 with EgyptAir.
What are the cheapest economy class flights from Abu Dhabi to Dubai?
The cheapest economy class round-trip flights between Abu Dhabi and Dubai start at $270 from Mon, Oct 20 to Mon, Oct 27.
How can I book business class trips from Abu Dhabi to Dubai?
To book business class trips from Abu Dhabi to Dubai, 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.
Are there any last-minute deals from Abu Dhabi to Dubai next weekend?
The best last-minute getaway deal for the next weekend between Abu Dhabi and Dubai starts at $341 from Fri, Oct 17 to Mon, Oct 20 with Gulf Air.
Which airline provides the cheapest last-minute getaway flight from Abu Dhabi to Dubai?
The cheapest last-minute deal between Abu Dhabi and Dubai at price $341 is offered by Gulf Air from Fri, Oct 17 to Mon, Oct 20.
How can I find last-minute flight deals from Abu Dhabi to Dubai?
To find last-minute flight deals from Abu Dhabi to Dubai, 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.

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