Cheap flights from Dubai to Abu Dhabi

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Cheapest round-trip flights $359
Saudia 1 stop 23 hr Thu, Jun 18 — Wed, Jun 24
The cheapest round-trip flight from Dubai to Abu Dhabi is currently $359
Cheapest one-way flight $232
Saudia 2 stops 16 hr Tue, Jun 16
The cheapest one-way flight from Dubai to Abu Dhabi is currently $232
Last-minute weekend getaway $480
Saudia 1 stop 25 hr Sat, Apr 18 — Sun, Apr 19
The cheapest last-minute weekend getaway from Dubai to Abu Dhabi is currently $480
Cheapest business class flights $1,822
EgyptAir 1 stop 22 hr Mon, Apr 20 — Sun, Apr 26
The cheapest business class round-trip flight from Dubai to Abu Dhabi is currently $1,822
Fastest flight 3 hr 20 min The fastest flight with stops from Dubai to Abu Dhabi takes 3 hr 20 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 Dubai to Abu Dhabi is typically October. The most expensive month to fly is typically July.
October
Cheapest
Typical prices: $315–405
July
Most expensive
Typical prices: $490–550

Popular airlines from Dubai to Abu Dhabi

  • IndiGo
    58 weekly connecting flights
    DXB, SHJ - AUH Every day
  • Air India Express
    32 weekly connecting flights
    DXB, SHJ - AUH Every day
  • EgyptAir
    from $766
    Typical price: $690–1,150
    20 weekly connecting flights
    DXB, SHJ - AUH Every day
  • Ethiopian
    from $1,852
    Typical price: $1,350–2,000
    14 weekly connecting flights
    DXB, SHJ - AUH Every day
  • Royal Jordanian
    from $733
    Typical price: $465–730
    9 weekly connecting flights
    DXB, SHJ - AUH Every Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat
  • Airblue
    8 weekly connecting flights
    DXB, SHJ - AUH Every Mon, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun

Popular airports near Dubai

  • Sharjah International Airport (SHJ)
    Sharjah United Arab Emirates 36 min 17 mi
  • Zayed International Airport (AUH)
    Abu Dhabi United Arab Emirates 1 hr 12 min 66 mi
  • Al Maktoum International Airport (DWC) (DWC)
    Dubai United Arab Emirates 40 min 21 mi
  • Fujairah International Airport (FJR)
    Fujairah United Arab Emirates 1 hr 19 min 66 mi

Popular airports near Abu Dhabi

  • 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 Dubai to Abu Dhabi

The cheapest flights from Dubai to Abu Dhabi are usually in October. Typical ticket prices in October range from $315 to $405.
The cheapest round-trip flight from Dubai to Abu Dhabi recently found on Google Flights was with Saudia from $359. The cheapest one-way flight was with Saudia from $232.

Some of the cheapest round-trip deals we found with different airlines:
  • The cheapest EgyptAir flight from Dubai to Abu Dhabi is $766, flying from Apr 25 to May 4.
  • The cheapest Ethiopian flight from Dubai to Abu Dhabi is $1,852, flying from Apr 16 to Apr 22.
  • The cheapest Royal Jordanian flight from Dubai to Abu Dhabi is $733, flying from Apr 30 to May 9.
The cheapest round-trip flight from Dubai to Abu Dhabi starts at $359 from Thu, Jun 18 to Wed, Jun 24. The cheapest one-way flight starts at $232 and departs on Tue, Jun 16.
3 hr 20 min is the shortest flight time from Dubai 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 Dubai 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.
What counts as the best airline for your flights from Dubai 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 Dubai to Abu Dhabi.

In terms of flights, IndiGo is the most popular. IndiGo offers 58 connecting flights per week. IndiGo flies from Dubai International Airport (DXB) , Sharjah International Airport (SHJ) to Zayed International Airport (AUH) .

Other popular airlines flying from Dubai to Abu Dhabi are:
  • Air India Express offers 32 connecting flights per week. Air India Express flies from Dubai International Airport (DXB) , Sharjah International Airport (SHJ) to Zayed International Airport (AUH) .
  • EgyptAir offers 20 connecting flights per week. EgyptAir flies from Dubai International Airport (DXB) , Sharjah International Airport (SHJ) to Zayed International Airport (AUH) .
  • Ethiopian offers 14 connecting flights per week. Ethiopian flies from Dubai International Airport (DXB) , Sharjah International Airport (SHJ) to Zayed International Airport (AUH) .
  • Royal Jordanian offers 9 connecting flights per week. Royal Jordanian flies from Dubai International Airport (DXB) , Sharjah International Airport (SHJ) to Zayed International Airport (AUH) .
  • Airblue offers 8 connecting flights per week. Airblue flies from Dubai International Airport (DXB) , Sharjah International Airport (SHJ) to Zayed International Airport (AUH) .
The number of connecting flights refers to distinct flights with at least one stop between Dubai and Abu Dhabi.
The cheapest round-trip flight from Dubai to Abu Dhabi recently found on Google Flights was with Saudia from $359. The cheapest one-way flight was with Saudia from $232.

Some of the cheapest round-trip deals we found with different airlines:
  • The cheapest EgyptAir flight from Dubai to Abu Dhabi is $766, flying from Apr 25 to May 4.
  • The cheapest Ethiopian flight from Dubai to Abu Dhabi is $1,852, flying from Apr 16 to Apr 22.
  • The cheapest Royal Jordanian flight from Dubai to Abu Dhabi is $733, flying from Apr 30 to May 9.
No airline flies direct from Dubai to Abu Dhabi.
  • There are 58 IndiGo connecting flights from Dubai to Abu Dhabi per week. Flights are available every day.
  • There are 32 Air India Express connecting flights from Dubai to Abu Dhabi per week. Flights are available every day.
  • There are 20 EgyptAir connecting flights from Dubai to Abu Dhabi per week. Flights are available every day.
  • There are 14 Ethiopian connecting flights from Dubai to Abu Dhabi per week. Flights are available every day.
  • There are 9 Royal Jordanian connecting flights from Dubai to Abu Dhabi per week. Flights are available on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday and Saturday.
  • There are 8 Airblue connecting flights from Dubai to Abu Dhabi per week. Flights are available on Monday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday and Sunday.
Use the Stops filter while searching for flights, to see only nonstop options in your results.
The cheapest last-minute deal between Dubai and Abu Dhabi at price $480 is offered by Saudia from Sat, Apr 18 to Sun, Apr 19.
No airline flies direct from Dubai to Abu Dhabi.
  • There are 58 IndiGo connecting flights from Dubai to Abu Dhabi per week. Flights are available every day.
  • There are 32 Air India Express connecting flights from Dubai to Abu Dhabi per week. Flights are available every day.
  • There are 20 EgyptAir connecting flights from Dubai to Abu Dhabi per week. Flights are available every day.
  • There are 14 Ethiopian connecting flights from Dubai to Abu Dhabi per week. Flights are available every day.
  • There are 9 Royal Jordanian connecting flights from Dubai to Abu Dhabi per week. Flights are available on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday and Saturday.
  • There are 8 Airblue connecting flights from Dubai to Abu Dhabi per week. Flights are available on Monday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday and Sunday.
Use the Stops filter while searching for flights, to see only nonstop options in your results.
There are no direct flights from Dubai to Abu Dhabi.
It's easy to find nonstop flights with Google Flights! Once you've searched for flights from Dubai 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 Dubai and Abu Dhabi start at $1,822 from Mon, Apr 20 to Sun, Apr 26 with EgyptAir.
The cheapest economy class round-trip flights between Dubai and Abu Dhabi start at $359 from Thu, Jun 18 to Wed, Jun 24.
To book business class trips from Dubai 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.
The best last-minute getaway deal for the next weekend between Dubai and Abu Dhabi starts at $480 from Sat, Apr 18 to Sun, Apr 19 with Saudia.
The cheapest last-minute deal between Dubai and Abu Dhabi at price $480 is offered by Saudia from Sat, Apr 18 to Sun, Apr 19.
To find last-minute flight deals from Dubai 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.

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