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$1,617+ Cheap flights to Abu Dhabi

This is the cheapest retur flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 6/3. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
— AUH
20 Feb — 27 Feb1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

Flights to Abu Dhabi in 2026

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Cheapest flights to Abu Dhabi
Explore the most affordable flight options available to Abu Dhabi. Find the lowest fares based on data from user searches, with prices last updated on 21 January 2026.

Fri 6/311:40
AKL
-
AUH
2 stops42h 30m
China Eastern
Fri 13/323:30
AUH
-
AKL
2 stops35h 00m
China Eastern
Deal found 20/1$1,617
Fri 6/311:40
AKL
-
AUH
2 stops42h 30m
China Eastern
Mon 16/323:30
AUH
-
AKL
2 stops35h 00m
China Eastern
Deal found 20/1$1,631
Thu 5/316:45
AKL
-
AUH
3 stops43h 45m
Multiple Airlines
Wed 11/300:40
AUH
-
AKL
3 stops31h 55m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 19/1$1,994
Fri 6/306:00
AKL
-
AUH
3 stops30h 30m
Multiple Airlines
Mon 16/323:30
AUH
-
AKL
3 stops34h 10m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 20/1$2,087
Thu 5/307:35
AKL
-
AUH
2 stops46h 35m
China Eastern
Thu 12/323:30
AUH
-
AKL
1 stop32h 05m
China Eastern
Deal found 19/1$2,120
Fri 6/207:35
AKL
-
AUH
3 stops28h 55m
Multiple Airlines
Mon 16/222:15
AUH
-
AKL
3 stops34h 20m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 20/1$2,211

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Find the latest flights to Abu Dhabi in 2026, with up-to-date prices and availability. In the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made a total of 134,765 searches and data was last updated on 21 January 2026.

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$1,530

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December

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February

Average price

$2,128
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  • China Eastern
  • 5/3-13/3
  • 3 total stops
  • 80h 55m total
  • Auckland to Dubai
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Route

Departure

Return

Price

AucklandAbu Dhabi

AKL - AUH

AKLAUH

Auckland Intl

Fri 6/3

11:40-21:10

2 stops42h 30m

Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

Fri 13/3

23:30-19:30

2 stops35h 00m

$1,617

AucklandAbu Dhabi

AKL - AUH

AKLAUH

Auckland Intl

Fri 6/3

11:40-21:10

2 stops42h 30m

Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

Mon 16/3

23:30-19:30

2 stops35h 00m

$1,631

AucklandAbu Dhabi

AKL - AUH

AKLAUH

Auckland Intl

Thu 5/3

16:45-03:30

3 stops43h 45m

Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

Wed 11/3

00:40-17:35

3 stops31h 55m

$1,994

AucklandAbu Dhabi

AKL - AUH

AKLAUH

Auckland Intl

Fri 6/3

06:00-03:30

3 stops30h 30m

Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

Mon 16/3

23:30-18:40

3 stops34h 10m

$2,087

AucklandAbu Dhabi

AKL - AUH

AKLAUH

Auckland Intl

Thu 5/3

07:35-21:10

2 stops46h 35m

Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

Thu 12/3

23:30-16:35

1 stop32h 05m

$2,120

AucklandAbu Dhabi

AKL - AUH

AKLAUH

Auckland Intl

Fri 6/2

07:35-03:30

3 stops28h 55m

Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

Mon 16/2

22:15-17:35

3 stops34h 20m

$2,211

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Deals found on 20/1

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What are the cheapest airlines that fly to Abu Dhabi?

The cheapest airlines flying from Auckland to Abu Dhabi are Emirates, Etihad Airways and China Eastern.

Reviews of airlines servicing Abu Dhabi

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Abu Dhabi. Read reviews, discover amenities, and learn about the overall travel experience offered by airlines. Use this information to make informed decisions when choosing an airline for your flight to Abu Dhabi. Reviews last updated 21 January 2026.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown Emirates, Air New Zealand, andEtihad Airways to the United Arab Emirates. Users can see the overall rating for each airline as well as how each is rated in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,485 reviews
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Entertainment

8.2

Crew

8.3

Overall

8.1

Food

7.9

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Namakajjo,Dec 2025

EBB - DXB

Emirates airlines is always good, and I'll always board and travel with Emirates. Everything is going well
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,485 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,485 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

8.2

Crew

8.3

Overall

8.1

Food

7.9

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Namakajjo,Dec 2025

EBB - DXB

Emirates airlines is always good, and I'll always board and travel with Emirates. Everything is going well
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very Good
572 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,485 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

8.2

Crew

8.3

Overall

8.1

Food

7.9

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Namakajjo,Dec 2025

EBB - DXB

Emirates airlines is always good, and I'll always board and travel with Emirates. Everything is going well
Etihad Airways
7.3
Good
1,374 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,485 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

8.2

Crew

8.3

Overall

8.1

Food

7.9

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Namakajjo,Dec 2025

EBB - DXB

Emirates airlines is always good, and I'll always board and travel with Emirates. Everything is going well
China Eastern
7.2
Good
190 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,485 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

8.2

Crew

8.3

Overall

8.1

Food

7.9

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Namakajjo,Dec 2025

EBB - DXB

Emirates airlines is always good, and I'll always board and travel with Emirates. Everything is going well

FAQs about flying to Abu Dhabi

  • What airport do you fly into for flights to Abu Dhabi?

    Travellers will need to book flights to Zayed Intl (AUH) if they wish to fly to Abu Dhabi. The Abu Dhabi airport is 28.0 km from the city centre.

  • Can I find cheaper flights to Abu Dhabi if I am willing to have stopovers?

    Yes, flights with stopovers are often cheaper than direct flights. Keep an eye out for flight deals to Abu Dhabi on Cheapflights that require 1 or 2 stops for potential cost savings.

  • What is the best airline to fly to Abu Dhabi?

    Based on reviews from Cheapflights users, Emirates is rated the highest out of the airlines that fly to Abu Dhabi.

  • What is the cheapest airport to fly to in Abu Dhabi?

    Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl is currently the cheapest airport to fly to in Abu Dhabi. One-way flights to Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl typically cost $140, while return flights cost around $125.

  • How much is a return flight to Abu Dhabi?

    A return flight to Abu Dhabi will typically cost around $142, however they can be found for as little as $125.

  • Does Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl have rental cars?

    Yes. Those touching down at Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl can take advantage of the car hire services offered upon their arrival.

  • Are there hotels close to Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl?

    Yes. Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl has hotels nearby for those requiring accommodations. Modern Studio in Oasis is the closest property to Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl (0.0 km away from Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl).

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