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$1,788+ 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 20/3. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
— AUH
8 Mar — 15 Mar1
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 6 February 2026.

Fri 20/311:40
AKL
-
AUH
3 stops42h 30m
China Eastern
Fri 27/323:30
AUH
-
AKL
1 stop32h 15m
China Eastern
Deal found 3/2$1,788
Tue 26/521:00
AKL
-
AUH
2 stops59h 40m
China Eastern
Sat 30/523:20
AUH
-
AKL
1 stop34h 10m
China Eastern
Deal found 4/2$1,825
Fri 20/306:10
AKL
-
AUH
3 stops30h 20m
Multiple Airlines
Fri 27/314:15
AUH
-
AKL
3 stops30h 15m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 3/2$1,913
Sun 22/306:45
AKL
-
AUH
2 stops47h 25m
China Eastern
Sun 29/323:20
AUH
-
AKL
1 stop32h 25m
China Eastern
Deal found 5/2$1,979
Sat 21/310:40
AKL
-
AUH
1 stop43h 30m
China Eastern
Sat 28/321:20
AUH
-
AKL
3 stops35h 10m
China Eastern
Deal found 4/2$1,999
Sat 7/306:15
AKL
-
AUH
3 stops45h 30m
Multiple Airlines
Sat 25/404:35
AUH
-
AKL
3 stops35h 45m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 3/2$2,040
Sun 22/306:00
AKL
-
AUH
3 stops30h 30m
Multiple Airlines
Sun 29/314:20
AUH
-
AKL
3 stops30h 10m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 5/2$2,044

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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 6 February 2026.

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$1,788

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March

Average price

$2,283
China Eastern
  • China Eastern
  • 20/3-27/3
  • 4 total stops
  • 74h 45m total
  • Auckland to Abu Dhabi
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Auckland

Route

Departure

Return

Price

AucklandAbu Dhabi

AKL - AUH

AKLAUH

Auckland Intl

Fri 20/3

11:40-21:10

3 stops42h 30m

Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

Fri 27/3

23:30-16:45

1 stop32h 15m

$1,788

AucklandAbu Dhabi

AKL - AUH

AKLAUH

Auckland Intl

Fri 20/3

06:10-03:30

3 stops30h 20m

Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

Fri 27/3

14:15-05:30

3 stops30h 15m

$1,913

AucklandAbu Dhabi

AKL - AUH

AKLAUH

Auckland Intl

Sun 22/3

06:45-21:10

2 stops47h 25m

Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

Sun 29/3

23:20-16:45

1 stop32h 25m

$1,979

AucklandAbu Dhabi

AKL - AUH

AKLAUH

Auckland Intl

Sat 21/3

10:40-21:10

1 stop43h 30m

Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

Sat 28/3

21:20-17:30

3 stops35h 10m

$1,999

AucklandAbu Dhabi

AKL - AUH

AKLAUH

Auckland Intl

Sat 7/3

06:15-18:45

3 stops45h 30m

Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

Sat 25/4

04:35-00:20

3 stops35h 45m

$2,040

AucklandAbu Dhabi

AKL - AUH

AKLAUH

Auckland Intl

Sun 22/3

06:00-03:30

3 stops30h 30m

Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

Sun 29/3

14:20-05:30

3 stops30h 10m

$2,044

AucklandAbu Dhabi

AKL - AUH

AKLAUH

Auckland Intl

Sat 21/3

07:00-05:00

1 stop31h 00m

Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

Sat 28/3

21:20-18:30

2 stops36h 10m

$2,131

AucklandAbu Dhabi

AKL - AUH

AKLAUH

Auckland Intl

Sat 7/3

10:40-21:10

1 stop43h 30m

Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

Sat 25/4

23:20-17:30

1 stop34h 10m

$2,256

AucklandAbu Dhabi

AKL - AUH

AKLAUH

Auckland Intl

Sun 22/3

11:10-23:50

1 stop21h 40m

Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

Sun 29/3

21:05-00:30

1 stop18h 25m

$2,279

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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 6 February 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
3,507 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.3

Entertainment

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.9

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
3,507 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,507 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.3

Entertainment

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.9

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
580 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,507 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.3

Entertainment

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.9

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
1,387 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,507 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.3

Entertainment

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.9

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
192 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,507 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.3

Entertainment

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.9

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 $136, while return flights cost around $122.

  • How much is a return flight to Abu Dhabi?

    A return flight to Abu Dhabi will typically cost around $138, however they can be found for as little as $122.

  • 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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