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Flights from Sydney to Abu Dhabi Starting at AU$ 621

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Airlines Flying from Sydney to Abu Dhabi

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AirAsia X
From AU$ 535
Scoot
From AU$ 562
VietJet Air
From AU$ 603
Hainan Airlines
From AU$ 621
Air China
From AU$ 628
Xiamen Airlines
From AU$ 658
Malaysia Airlines
From AU$ 730
China Eastern Airlines
From AU$ 754
Cebu Pacific Air
From AU$ 785
Jetstar Airways
From AU$ 787
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Alternative Routes from Sydney to Abu Dhabi

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  • Cheapest
    AirAsia X
    SYD
    09:45
    43h 35m
    2 transfer
    AUH
    23:20
    Kingsford Smith Airport - Zayed International Airport
    Mon, Jun 3AirAsia X
    AU$ 535
  • Emirates
    SYD
    06:00
    23h 15m
    2 transfer
    ZVJ
    23:15
    Kingsford Smith Airport - Abu Dhabi Bus Station
    Mon, May 13Emirates
    AU$ 1,946
  • Emirates
    SYD
    06:00
    23h 15m
    2 transfer
    ZVJ
    23:15
    Kingsford Smith Airport - Abu Dhabi Bus Station
    Mon, May 13Emirates
    AU$ 1,946
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  • When are flight from Sydney (SYD) to Abu Dhabi (AUH) the cheapest?

    Airlines adjust prices for flights from Sydney to Abu Dhabi based on the date and time of your booking. By analyzing data from all airlines, on Trip.com, you can find the lowest flight prices on Tuesdays, Wednesdays, and Saturdays.
  • How much are flights from Sydney (SYD) to Abu Dhabi (AUH) cost?

    According to Trip.com's data, the lowest price is around AU$ 2,072.
  • How long is the flights from Sydney (SYD) to Abu Dhabi (AUH)?

    It takes about 14 hours 34 minutes to fly from Sydney (SYD) to Abu Dhabi (AUH).
  • What is the transportation method from the main airport to downtown in Abu Dhabi?

    • The distance from Zayed International Airport to downtown is about 28km, by taxi about 40 minutes.
  • What time does the latest flight from Sydney to Abu Dhabi depart?

    The latest flight departs from Sydney (SYD) at 20:35 and arrives in Abu Dhabi (AUH) at 05:05.
  • What are the most popular airlines that fly from Sydney (SYD) to Abu Dhabi (AUH)?

    Airlines with flights from Sydney (SYD) to Abu Dhabi (AUH): Etihad Airways, Air New Zealand, KLM, Air Europa, Middle East Airlines, El Al, EgyptAir, Gulf Air, Oman Air, Air France, ITA Airways and Turkish Airlines.
  • What's the most popular airline for direct flights from Sydney (SYD) to Abu Dhabi (AUH)?

    Etihad Airways operates 3 direct flights from Sydney (SYD) to Abu Dhabi (AUH).
  • How many airports in Abu Dhabi (AUH)?

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Flight Information from Sydney to Abu Dhabi

Cheapest direct flight price

AU$ 620

Cheapest return ticket price

AU$ 1,469

Off-season for travel

February

Peak season for travel

December

Flight distance

12,086.9km

Average flight time

14 hours 34 minutes

Popular airline

Etihad Airways
Flight from Sydney (SYD) to Abu Dhabi (AUH)

Abu Dhabi is the capital of UAE and the second most populous city situated on the island off the Persian Gulf from the Central West Coast. Abu Dhabi occupies most of a small triangular island of the same name; the emirate’s oil revenue enabled it to evolve into a modern city with fully developed infrastructure.

You can find many alluring sites in Abu Dhabi such as shopping mega centres like Abu Dhabi and Marina Mall.

Tip: The best time to visit Abu Dhabi is in April and May or from September to October. 

Getting to Abu Dhabi

Abu Dhabi International Airport is the second largest airport in the UAE located 19 miles to the east of Abu Dhabi city. Airport facilities at Abu Dhabi Airport include Airport Hotels, Lounges, Car Spa, Prayer Room and VIP Terminals.

There are frequent flights from Sydney to Abu Dhabi. Etihad operates direct flights from Sydney to Abu Dhabi with Virgin Australia. For cheap flights from Sydney to Abu Dhabi, you can check Garuda Indonesia, Etihad, Emirates or Virgin Australia

Tip: Typical flight time is about 17 hours. The time difference is usually about 6 hours.

Things to do in Abu Dhabi

If it is your first trip to Abu Dhabi, you can have wonderful family time at the futuristic water park or enjoy the scenery at the peak of Jebel Hafeet, experience pleasure on the world’s fastest roller coaster, F1 track and dining at the human-made world’s furthest leaning tower.

Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque is the family destination and the largest mosque in the world; that captures unique interactions between Islam and world cultures. Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque open door policy invites tourists and celebrants to witness the onion-top domes, the reflective pools which engulf the courtyard and the prayer hall which not only overflows with sunlight but also houses the world’s biggest carpet and chandelier, meticulously handmade.

Warner Bros World at Abu Dhabi is a fully air-conditioned indoor theme park which brings all legendary character from the studio under one roof. The magical experience starts as the visitors steps-in to the Warner Bros house, transporting the experiences ranging from adventures, action and eccentricity with its scenic backdrops and themed indoor restaurants.

Ferrari World in Abu Dhabi is in the heart of visitors of all ages with a mix of Ferrari rides and the Ferrari Store, and Italian dining options for the whole family. The star attraction in Ferrari World includes Flying Aces rides featuring the highest rollercoaster loop in the world and the Formula Rossa which is the fastest rollercoaster in the world.

Tip: Visit the Louvre Abu Dhabi to see some of the world’s most famous and priciest art collections.

Accommodations

Abu Dhabi has many hotels and resorts, and you can easily find budget accommodations as well as high-end spa resorts, along the beachfront. Combine your Sydney-Abu Dhabi flight bookings with accommodation to avail great deals and discounts. For comprehensive information on deals, offers and Sydney to Abu Dhabi Flights, plan your trip with Trip.com.