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Cheap flights from New Zealand to Abu Dhabi from $1,191

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 27/3. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
AKL — AUH
7 Feb — 14 Feb1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

Cheap flight deals from New Zealand to Abu Dhabi

Keep the following information in mind while searching for New Zealand to Abu Dhabi flight deals. Data was last updated 8 January 2026.

Round-trip from

$1,845

One-way from

$1,191

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

February

Average price

$2,165
29/1-14/2
  • 29/1-14/2
  • 2 total stops
  • 40h 05m total
  • New Zealand to Abu Dhabi
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Air New Zealand
  • Air New Zealand
  • 27/3
  • 1 total stop
  • 25h 50m total
  • New Zealand to Abu Dhabi
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 2% potential increase in price ($110 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease ($49 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Average for round-trip flights in January 2026
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Cheapest flights from New Zealand to Abu Dhabi
Explore the most affordable flight options available from New Zealand to Abu Dhabi. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 8 January 2026.

Thu 29/116:20AKL - AUH
1 stop21h 40mMultiple Airlines
Sat 14/220:40AUH - AKL
1 stop18h 25mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 6/1$1,845
Sat 21/209:00AKL - AUH
1 stop29h 00mMultiple Airlines
Sat 28/220:40AUH - AKL
1 stop18h 25mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 7/1$1,879
Fri 30/1013:15AKL - AUH
1 stop24h 45mMultiple Airlines
Sat 7/1109:50AUH - AKL
1 stop20h 00mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 6/1$1,904
Sat 24/116:05AKL - AUH
1 stop21h 55mMultiple Airlines
Fri 20/220:40AUH - AKL
1 stop23h 50mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 8/1$1,905
Thu 29/1011:10AKL - AUH
1 stop26h 50mEtihad Airways
Sun 1/1109:50AUH - AKL
1 stop24h 10mEtihad Airways
Deal found 7/1$1,907
Tue 10/1111:10AKL - AUH
1 stop26h 50mMultiple Airlines
Tue 24/1120:40AUH - AKL
1 stop32h 35mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 7/1$2,052
Thu 29/120:30AKL - AUH
1 stop34h 20mAir China
Sat 14/223:50AUH - AKL
2 stops45h 50mAir China
Deal found 6/1$2,101
Sat 24/110:40AKL - AUH
2 stops47h 30mChina Eastern
Fri 20/221:20AUH - AKL
2 stops58h 15mChina Eastern
Deal found 8/1$2,253

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Use the filters below to find and compare flights from New Zealand to Abu Dhabi that are best for you.

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New Zealand

Fly to

Abu Dhabi

Route

Departure

Return

Price

AucklandAbu Dhabi

AKL - AUH

AKLAUH

Auckland Intl

Thu 29/1

16:20-05:00

1 stop21h 40m

Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

Sat 14/2

20:40-00:05

1 stop18h 25m

$1,845

AucklandAbu Dhabi

AKL - AUH

AKLAUH

Auckland Intl

Sat 21/2

09:00-05:00

1 stop29h 00m

Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

Sat 28/2

20:40-00:05

1 stop18h 25m

$1,879

AucklandAbu Dhabi

AKL - AUH

AKLAUH

Auckland Intl

Sat 24/1

16:05-05:00

1 stop21h 55m

Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

Fri 20/2

20:40-05:30

1 stop23h 50m

$1,905

AucklandAbu Dhabi

AKL - AUH

AKLAUH

Auckland Intl

Thu 29/1

20:30-21:50

1 stop34h 20m

Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

Sat 14/2

23:50-06:40

2 stops45h 50m

$2,101

AucklandAbu Dhabi

AKL - AUH

AKLAUH

Auckland Intl

Sat 24/1

10:40-01:10

2 stops47h 30m

Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

Fri 20/2

21:20-16:35

2 stops58h 15m

$2,253

AucklandAbu Dhabi

AKL - AUH

AKLAUH

Auckland Intl

Fri 27/3

07:00-23:50

1 stop25h 50m

$1,191

AucklandAbu Dhabi

AKL - AUH

AKLAUH

Auckland Intl

Fri 27/3

11:40-21:10

2 stops42h 30m

$1,202

AucklandAbu Dhabi

AKL - AUH

AKLAUH

Auckland Intl

Fri 27/3

07:15-05:25

3 stops55h 10m

$1,229

AucklandAbu Dhabi

AKL - AUH

AKLAUH

Auckland Intl

Tue 17/2

13:35-15:25

3 stops58h 50m

$2,761

AucklandAbu Dhabi

AKL - AUH

AKLAUH

Auckland Intl

Tue 17/2

22:00-21:30

1 stop32h 30m

$3,302

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Deals found on 6/1

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Everything you need to know about your flight from New Zealand to Abu Dhabi

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from New Zealand to Abu Dhabi?

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from New Zealand to Abu Dhabi (average of $1,074). Flying from New Zealand to Abu Dhabi in December is currently the most expensive (average of $1,644). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

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 8 January 2026.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown with Emirates, Air New Zealand, andEtihad Airways from New Zealand to Abu Dhabi. 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
3,462 reviews
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Entertainment

8.2

Crew

8.3

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.9

Comfort

8.0

Overall

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
3,462 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,462 reviews
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Entertainment

8.2

Crew

8.3

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.9

Comfort

8.0

Overall

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
567 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,462 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

8.2

Crew

8.3

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.9

Comfort

8.0

Overall

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
1,360 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,462 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

8.2

Crew

8.3

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.9

Comfort

8.0

Overall

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
187 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,462 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

8.2

Crew

8.3

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.9

Comfort

8.0

Overall

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

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from New Zealand to Abu Dhabi. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

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

    Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl (AUH) is the airport you will fly into if you book a flight from New Zealand to Abu Dhabi. It is only a 28.0 km journey from Zayed Intl (AUH) to Abu Dhabi’s city centre.

  • Can I find deals for flights from New Zealand to Abu Dhabi that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on New Zealand to Abu Dhabi flights, Cheapflights offers holiday packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from New Zealand to Abu Dhabi?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from New Zealand to Abu Dhabi.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from New Zealand to Abu Dhabi?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from New Zealand to Abu Dhabi by cabin class. In addition to browsing deals, you can also filter by cabin class on the search results page after making a search.

  • What is the cheapest month to book a flight from New Zealand to Abu Dhabi?

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from New Zealand to Abu Dhabi (average of $1,074). Flying from New Zealand to Abu Dhabi in December is currently the most expensive (average of $1,644). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

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Discover the top 4 airlines that operate flights from New Zealand to Abu Dhabi. Compare their services, reliability, and customer satisfaction ratings to choose the airline that best suits your travel preferences and needs. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 134,765 searches. Data last updated 8 January 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
EmiratesCheapest$1,553Average$2,469FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Etihad AirwaysCheapest$1,576Average$1,988FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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China EasternCheapest$1,595Average$2,301FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
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Air New ZealandCheapest$2,057Average$2,477FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time78%
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