Travelling from Bangkok to Abu Dhabi International Airport (AUH): what you need to know
Bangkok has two main airports where you can kick off your travels. Explore your options for booking a flight from Bangkok to Abu Dhabi International Airport (AUH) departing from Suvarnabhumi Airport (BKK) or Don Mueang International Airport (DMK).
The average time for a direct flight from Bangkok to Abu Dhabi International Airport is 6 hours 27 minutes.
Abu Dhabi International Airport is located in Abu Dhabi. The city operates in the UTC+4 timezone and is 3 hours behind Bangkok.
Suvarnabhumi Airport (BKK) to Abu Dhabi International Airport (AUH) is the most popular route. There are 28 direct departures a week to pick from. If you have things to do before heading off, take the last flight with Etihad Airways at 21:25. Go for the first BKK to AUH departure with Etihad Airways at 02:15 if you want to get going earlier.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are travel rules to live by. Make sure you're at the airport on time to catch your flight from Bangkok to AUH.
You'll likely experience bigger queues in popular months like July and other peak periods. Arriving up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours for domestic departures will give you plenty of time for security and boarding.
Airports in Bangkok
Suvarnabhumi Airport (BKK)
You can hop on a direct flight from Bangkok to Abu Dhabi International Airport (AUH) departing from Suvarnabhumi Airport (BKK).
Etihad Airways is a popular carrier that offers direct flights from Bangkok to Abu Dhabi International Airport jetting out of BKK.
A stopover is the ideal opportunity to break up your journey — and perhaps even visit a new city. When browsing flights from Bangkok to AUH departing from Suvarnabhumi Airport (BKK), uncheck the 'Direct flights only' box to see where you can stop along the way. Some popular options include:
Chennai Airport (MAA)
Phuket International Airport (HKT)
Indira Gandhi International Airport (DEL)
From central Bangkok, BKK is approximately 32 kilometres away. Visit the official airport website or use navigation apps to work out the best way to reach the terminal.
Planning to catch an early flight from Bangkok to Abu Dhabi International Airport? Avoid the stress of rushing to the terminal (and sneak in some extra precious sleep) by choosing one of these stays close to Suvarnabhumi Airport:
Don Mueang International Airport (DMK)
Don Mueang International Airport (DMK) offers nonstop flights from Bangkok to Abu Dhabi International Airport (AUH).
Make the most of your holiday with a stopover on your flight from Bangkok to Abu Dhabi International Airport. Visit friends or family or tick a new city off your bucket list. Whatever your plans, check out these stops between Don Mueang International Airport and AUH:
Phuket International Airport (HKT)
Cochin International Airport (COK)
Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KUL)
DMK is about 27 kilometres from central Bangkok. It'll take you 30 minutes or so to get to the airport if you're driving from the city centre. Public transport takes roughly 1 hour and 5 minutes.
Want to enjoy an extra night away before your flight from Bangkok to AUH? Unwind in a hotel near Don Mueang International Airport before your adventure officially starts. Consider one of these stays:
About Abu Dhabi International Airport (AUH)
Consider staying in a hotel close to AUH if you're taking a late flight from Bangkok to Abu Dhabi International Airport. Pick one of these options and avoid the hassle of a long transfer:
Getting from Abu Dhabi International Airport (AUH) to central Abu Dhabi
Abu Dhabi International Airport to central Abu Dhabi is about 25 minutes in a car. It's approximately 32 kilometres away. Discover what options are available, such as car rentals, cabs or ride-sharing.
Travelling to the centre by public transport takes about 1 hour and 28 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Bangkok to Abu Dhabi International Airport (AUH)
R 3,217 is the lowest price we've seen for a one-way ticket from Bangkok to Abu Dhabi International Airport. Return flights start from R 6,554. Fares are subject to availability and may change at any time.
9 months is how far we recommend booking ahead to lock in cheap tickets from Bangkok to AUH.
Schedule your trip for June. That's the cheapest month for tickets from Bangkok to Abu Dhabi International Airport. If your travel dates are flexible, use the 'Whole month' tool to find the lowest price across each month.
Snapping up a cheap ticket from Bangkok to AUH is a breeze with Price Alerts. All you need to do is create one of these automatic alerts and we'll let you know as soon as the price has fallen.
Make the most of the filters to find your ideal journey. To see the 'Cheapest,' 'Best' or 'Fastest' flights from Bangkok to Abu Dhabi International Airport, use the 'Sort by' function. You can also filter by arrival and departure times, airline, and number of stops.
The best time to fly from Bangkok to Abu Dhabi International Airport (AUH)
It's time to plan your travel dates for your flight from Bangkok to Abu Dhabi International Airport. August is the busiest month to visit Abu Dhabi. If you prefer a more peaceful vibe, go in April.
Book your flight from Bangkok to AUH for July if you're eager to head to the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures in Abu Dhabi to range from 29ºC to 43ºC.
Look for cheap flights from Bangkok to Abu Dhabi International Airport in January if you like travelling in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 14ºC and 25ºC on average.
More about Abu Dhabi
Once you've booked your flight from Bangkok to Abu Dhabi International Airport, think about where to rest your head in this city. Make one of these options your base for exploring Abu Dhabi:
One of the best ways to get to know Abu Dhabi is to explore its popular attractions. Highlights include Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque, Emirates Palace, Dubai and Qasr Al Watan.
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