Cheap flights from Dubai to Abu Dhabi

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Useful information for finding cheap flights from Dubai to Abu Dhabi and booking your next trip
Cheapest round-trip flights $319
Saudia 1 stop 9 hr Thu, Oct 16 — Wed, Oct 22
The cheapest round-trip flight from Dubai to Abu Dhabi is currently $319
Cheapest one-way flight $209
Saudia 1 stop 12 hr Wed, Oct 22
The cheapest one-way flight from Dubai to Abu Dhabi is currently $209
Last-minute weekend getaway $325
Saudia 1 stop 9 hr Thu, Oct 16 — Sun, Oct 19
The cheapest last-minute weekend getaway from Dubai to Abu Dhabi is currently $325
Cheapest business class flights $2,100
Etihad, EgyptAir 1 stop 10 hr Sun, Nov 2 — Sat, Nov 8
The cheapest business class round-trip flight from Dubai to Abu Dhabi is currently $2,100
Fastest flight 3 hr 10 min The fastest flight with stops from Dubai to Abu Dhabi takes 3 hr 10 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 December.
October
Cheapest
Typical prices: $315–465
December
Most expensive
Typical prices: $495–560

Popular airlines from Dubai to Abu Dhabi

  • Qatar Airways
    from $477
    Typical price: $490–590
    362 weekly connecting flights
    DXB, SHJ - AUH Every day
  • Flynas
    88 weekly connecting flights
    DWC, DXB, SHJ - AUH Every day
  • Air India Express
    54 weekly connecting flights
    DXB, SHJ - AUH Every day
  • IndiGo
    42 weekly connecting flights
    DXB, SHJ - AUH Every day
  • Gulf Air
    from $354
    Typical price: $300–395
    42 weekly connecting flights
    DXB - AUH Every day
  • EgyptAir
    from $673
    Typical price: $670–1,050
    30 weekly connecting flights
    DXB, SHJ - AUH Every day

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

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

Frequently asked questions about flying from Dubai to Abu Dhabi

When are the cheapest days to fly 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 $465.
Which airlines provide the cheapest flights from Dubai to Abu Dhabi?
The cheapest round-trip flight from Dubai to Abu Dhabi recently found on Google Flights was with Saudia from $319. The cheapest one-way flight was with Saudia from $209.

Some of the cheapest round-trip deals we found with different airlines:
  • The cheapest Qatar Airways flight from Dubai to Abu Dhabi is $477, flying from Oct 16 to Oct 22.
  • The cheapest Gulf Air flight from Dubai to Abu Dhabi is $354, flying from Oct 18 to Oct 24.
  • The cheapest EgyptAir flight from Dubai to Abu Dhabi is $673, flying from Nov 13 to Nov 19.
What are the cheapest flights from Dubai to Abu Dhabi?
The cheapest round-trip flight from Dubai to Abu Dhabi starts at $319 from Thu, Oct 16 to Wed, Oct 22. The cheapest one-way flight starts at $209 and departs on Wed, Oct 22.
How long does it take to fly from Dubai to Abu Dhabi?
3 hr 10 min is the shortest flight time from Dubai to Abu Dhabi.
When should you fly to Abu Dhabi, 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 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).
How do I find cheap dates to fly from Dubai to Abu Dhabi?
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 is the best airline to fly from Dubai to Abu Dhabi?
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, Qatar Airways is the most popular. Qatar Airways offers 362 connecting flights per week. Qatar Airways 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:
  • Flynas offers 88 connecting flights per week. Flynas flies from Al Maktoum International Airport (DWC) (DWC) , Dubai International Airport (DXB) , Sharjah International Airport (SHJ) to Zayed International Airport (AUH) .
  • Air India Express offers 54 connecting flights per week. Air India Express flies from Dubai International Airport (DXB) , Sharjah International Airport (SHJ) to Zayed International Airport (AUH) .
  • IndiGo offers 42 connecting flights per week. IndiGo flies from Dubai International Airport (DXB) , Sharjah International Airport (SHJ) to Zayed International Airport (AUH) .
  • Gulf Air offers 42 connecting flights per week. Gulf Air flies from Dubai International Airport (DXB) to Zayed International Airport (AUH) .
  • EgyptAir offers 30 connecting flights per week. EgyptAir 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.
Which airlines provide the cheapest flights from Dubai to Abu Dhabi?
The cheapest round-trip flight from Dubai to Abu Dhabi recently found on Google Flights was with Saudia from $319. The cheapest one-way flight was with Saudia from $209.

Some of the cheapest round-trip deals we found with different airlines:
  • The cheapest Qatar Airways flight from Dubai to Abu Dhabi is $477, flying from Oct 16 to Oct 22.
  • The cheapest Gulf Air flight from Dubai to Abu Dhabi is $354, flying from Oct 18 to Oct 24.
  • The cheapest EgyptAir flight from Dubai to Abu Dhabi is $673, flying from Nov 13 to Nov 19.
Which airlines have direct flights from Dubai to Abu Dhabi?
No airline flies direct from Dubai to Abu Dhabi.
  • There are 362 Qatar Airways connecting flights from Dubai to Abu Dhabi per week. Flights are available every day.
  • There are 88 Flynas connecting flights from Dubai to Abu Dhabi per week. Flights are available every day.
  • There are 54 Air India Express connecting flights from Dubai to Abu Dhabi per week. Flights are available every day.
  • There are 42 IndiGo connecting flights from Dubai to Abu Dhabi per week. Flights are available every day.
  • There are 42 Gulf Air connecting flights from Dubai to Abu Dhabi per week. Flights are available every day.
  • There are 30 EgyptAir connecting flights from Dubai to Abu Dhabi 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 Dubai to Abu Dhabi?
The cheapest last-minute deal between Dubai and Abu Dhabi at price $325 is offered by Saudia from Thu, Oct 16 to Sun, Oct 19.
Which airlines have direct flights from Dubai to Abu Dhabi?
No airline flies direct from Dubai to Abu Dhabi.
  • There are 362 Qatar Airways connecting flights from Dubai to Abu Dhabi per week. Flights are available every day.
  • There are 88 Flynas connecting flights from Dubai to Abu Dhabi per week. Flights are available every day.
  • There are 54 Air India Express connecting flights from Dubai to Abu Dhabi per week. Flights are available every day.
  • There are 42 IndiGo connecting flights from Dubai to Abu Dhabi per week. Flights are available every day.
  • There are 42 Gulf Air connecting flights from Dubai to Abu Dhabi per week. Flights are available every day.
  • There are 30 EgyptAir connecting flights from Dubai to Abu Dhabi 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 Dubai to Abu Dhabi available?
There are no direct flights from Dubai to Abu Dhabi.
How can I find nonstop 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.
What are the cheapest business class flights from Dubai to Abu Dhabi?
The cheapest business class round-trip flights between Dubai and Abu Dhabi start at $2,100 from Sun, Nov 2 to Sat, Nov 8 with Etihad, EgyptAir.
What are the cheapest economy class flights from Dubai to Abu Dhabi?
The cheapest economy class round-trip flights between Dubai and Abu Dhabi start at $319 from Thu, Oct 16 to Wed, Oct 22.
How can I book business class trips from Dubai to Abu Dhabi?
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.
Are there any last-minute deals from Dubai to Abu Dhabi next weekend?
The best last-minute getaway deal for the next weekend between Dubai and Abu Dhabi starts at $325 from Thu, Oct 16 to Sun, Oct 19 with Saudia.
Which airline provides the cheapest last-minute getaway flight from Dubai to Abu Dhabi?
The cheapest last-minute deal between Dubai and Abu Dhabi at price $325 is offered by Saudia from Thu, Oct 16 to Sun, Oct 19.
How can I find last-minute flight deals from Dubai to Abu Dhabi?
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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