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Flights to United Arab Emirates in 2026

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Cheapest flights to United Arab Emirates

Sat 14/1120:30 -
1 stop35h 45m
Fri 27/1101:15 -
1 stop31h 10m
Deal found 27/8$2,099
Thu 24/1213:15 -
2 stops31h 25m
Thu 31/1222:25 -
2 stops23h 25m
Deal found 25/8$2,116
Tue 20/1017:15 -
2 stops37h 10m
Tue 27/1011:55 -
2 stops27h 30m
Deal found 26/8$2,143
Fri 25/1213:15 -
2 stops23h 35m
Wed 30/1222:50 -
2 stops23h 00m
Deal found 25/8$2,160
Sat 14/1122:00 -
1 stop30h 15m
Sat 28/1118:55 -
1 stop36h 40m
Deal found 26/8$2,187
Tue 1/917:15 -
1 stop26h 25m
Sat 12/911:45 -
1 stop27h 45m
Deal found 26/8$2,189

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Return from

$2,099

One-way from

$1,019

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

February

Average price

$2,417

Good round-trip deal

$2,324 or less

Good one-way deal

$1,538 or less
Air China
  • Air China
  • 14/11-27/11
  • 2 total stops
  • 66h 55m total
  • Auckland to Dubai
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22/11
  • 22/11
  • 3 total stops
  • 26h 55m total
  • Auckland to United Arab Emirates
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease ($23 potential savings vs. average return price).
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AucklandAbu Dhabi

AKL Auckland Intl - AUH Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

AKLAUH

Auckland Intl

Mon 12/10

06:15-07:45

3 stops34h 30m

Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

Mon 19/10

18:25-12:50

2 stops33h 25m

$2,282

AucklandAbu Dhabi

AKL Auckland Intl - AUH Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

AKLAUH

Auckland Intl

Sun 1/11

17:45-10:50

2 stops26h 05m

Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

Wed 4/11

17:55-00:25

2 stops21h 30m

$2,294

AucklandDubai

AKL Auckland Intl - DXB Dubai Intl

AKLDXB

Auckland Intl

Sat 14/11

13:55-20:15

2 stops39h 20m

Dubai Intl

Sat 28/11

22:20-00:25

3 stops65h 05m

$2,339

AucklandAbu Dhabi

AKL Auckland Intl - AUH Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

AKLAUH

Auckland Intl

Sun 6/12

17:45-10:50

2 stops26h 05m

Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

Thu 24/12

22:30-06:50

2 stops23h 20m

$2,402

AucklandAbu Dhabi

AKL Auckland Intl - AUH Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

AKLAUH

Auckland Intl

Sun 6/12

17:45-10:50

2 stops26h 05m

Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

Wed 23/12

22:30-06:50

2 stops23h 20m

$2,404

AucklandDubai

AKL Auckland Intl - DXB Dubai Intl

AKLDXB

Auckland Intl

Sat 14/11

17:45-11:40

2 stops26h 55m

Dubai Intl

Sat 28/11

22:25-00:25

1 stop41h 00m

$2,449

AucklandAbu Dhabi

AKL Auckland Intl - AUH Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

AKLAUH

Auckland Intl

Mon 12/10

17:15-10:55

2 stops26h 40m

Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

Mon 19/10

17:40-00:25

2 stops21h 45m

$2,475

AucklandDubai

AKL Auckland Intl - DXB Dubai Intl

AKLDXB

Auckland Intl

Tue 24/11

15:15-18:00

1 stop35h 45m

Dubai Intl

Mon 30/11

19:50-13:55

2 stops33h 05m

$2,483

AucklandDubai

AKL Auckland Intl - DXB Dubai Intl

AKLDXB

Auckland Intl

Wed 7/10

07:45-04:30

1 stop29h 45m

Dubai Intl

Thu 15/10

10:05-10:55

Nonstop15h 50m

$2,596

AucklandDubai

AKL Auckland Intl - DXB Dubai Intl

AKLDXB

Auckland Intl

Wed 7/10

07:45-00:50

2 stops26h 05m

Dubai Intl

Mon 12/10

10:05-10:55

Nonstop15h 50m

$2,600

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Cheapflights Insights

Everything you need to know about your flight to the United Arab Emirates

How long is the flight to United Arab Emirates?

On average, a flight from Auckland to United Arab Emirates takes 25 hours 23 minutes. Flights to United Arab Emirates from other popular cities in New Zealand will vary in length. Below are a few examples of popular routes and their flight times.

Weekly flight availability to United Arab Emirates

The most flights from Auckland to United Arab Emirates are scheduled on a Monday (1 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Monday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (1 on average).

What are the most popular airlines that fly to United Arab Emirates?

The most popular airlines flying from Auckland to United Arab Emirates are Emirates, China Southern and Qatar Airways.

Emirates
Emirates
From $1,900
China Southern
China Southern
From $1,299
Qatar Airways
Qatar Airways
From $1,548
Sichuan Airlines
Sichuan Airlines
From $832

What are the cheapest airlines that fly to United Arab Emirates?

The cheapest airlines flying from Auckland to United Arab Emirates are Sichuan Airlines, China Southern and China Eastern.

Rainfall in United Arab Emirates by month

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in United Arab Emirates ranges from 10.0 - 40.0 mm per month. February is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 40.0 mm. January is typically the driest time to visit United Arab Emirates when rainfall is around 10.0 mm.

Temperature in United Arab Emirates by month

If weather is an important factor for your trip to United Arab Emirates, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, August is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 35.0 C. Travellers hoping to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 18.0 C).

When is the best time to book a flight to United Arab Emirates?

The price you pay for your flight to United Arab Emirates may vary depending on when you book. For the best chance of a lower fare, look to book 43 days in advance of your trip. Fares are likely to increase a fortnight or so before your departure date.

What are the most popular places to fly to in United Arab Emirates?

The most popular places in United Arab Emirates to fly to are Dubai, Abu Dhabi and Sharjah.

Reviews of airlines servicing United Arab Emirates

Read reviews from past customers who have flown Emirates,Sichuan Airlines, andQatar 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
3,653 reviews
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Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

8.2

Crew

8.4

Overall

8.1

Food

7.9

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Jodie,Aug 2026

SYD - DXB

Overall it was a good flight with great service, however we paid for extra legroom only to find that the seat my husband was on was extremely small, it was the “window” seat. It seemed smaller than a regular seat so definitely not worth the amount we paid.
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,653 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,653 reviews
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Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

8.2

Crew

8.4

Overall

8.1

Food

7.9

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Jodie,Aug 2026

SYD - DXB

Overall it was a good flight with great service, however we paid for extra legroom only to find that the seat my husband was on was extremely small, it was the “window” seat. It seemed smaller than a regular seat so definitely not worth the amount we paid.
Sichuan Airlines
7.8
Good
35 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,653 reviews
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Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

8.2

Crew

8.4

Overall

8.1

Food

7.9

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Jodie,Aug 2026

SYD - DXB

Overall it was a good flight with great service, however we paid for extra legroom only to find that the seat my husband was on was extremely small, it was the “window” seat. It seemed smaller than a regular seat so definitely not worth the amount we paid.
Qatar Airways
7.4
Good
3,725 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,653 reviews
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Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

8.2

Crew

8.4

Overall

8.1

Food

7.9

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Jodie,Aug 2026

SYD - DXB

Overall it was a good flight with great service, however we paid for extra legroom only to find that the seat my husband was on was extremely small, it was the “window” seat. It seemed smaller than a regular seat so definitely not worth the amount we paid.
China Southern
7.3
Good
172 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,653 reviews
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Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

8.2

Crew

8.4

Overall

8.1

Food

7.9

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Jodie,Aug 2026

SYD - DXB

Overall it was a good flight with great service, however we paid for extra legroom only to find that the seat my husband was on was extremely small, it was the “window” seat. It seemed smaller than a regular seat so definitely not worth the amount we paid.
China Eastern
7.3
Good
236 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,653 reviews
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Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

8.2

Crew

8.4

Overall

8.1

Food

7.9

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Jodie,Aug 2026

SYD - DXB

Overall it was a good flight with great service, however we paid for extra legroom only to find that the seat my husband was on was extremely small, it was the “window” seat. It seemed smaller than a regular seat so definitely not worth the amount we paid.

FAQs about flying to United Arab Emirates

  • Can I find cheaper flights to United Arab Emirates 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 United Arab Emirates on Cheapflights that require 1 or 2 stops for potential cost savings.

  • What is the best airline to fly to United Arab Emirates?

    Based on reviews from Cheapflights users, Sichuan Airlines is rated the highest out of the airlines that fly to United Arab Emirates.

  • What is the cheapest airport to fly to in United Arab Emirates?

    Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl is currently the cheapest airport to fly to in United Arab Emirates. One-way flights to Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl typically cost $297, while return flights cost around $299.

  • How much is a return flight to United Arab Emirates?

    A return flight to United Arab Emirates will typically cost around $400, however they can be found for as little as $361.

  • Where does the fastest flight to United Arab Emirates depart from?

    For those looking to save time traveling to United Arab Emirates, Auckland Intl offers the quickest one-way flight (17 hours 5 minutes).

  • Does Dubai Intl have rental cars?

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

  • Are there hotels close to Dubai Intl?

    Yes. Dubai Intl has hotels nearby for those requiring accommodations. Sleep 'n Fly Sleep Lounge, B-Gates Termi is the closest property to Dubai Intl (0.0 km away from Dubai Intl).

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