Flying from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport (SYD) to Abu Dhabi International Airport (AUH): what you need to know
Around 14 hours 35 minutes is how long you'll be travelling on a direct flight from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport to Abu Dhabi International Airport.
The timezone in Abu Dhabi is UTC+4, which is seven hours behind Sydney.
Take your pick of nine weekly Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport to Abu Dhabi International Airport flights. The 14:45 departure with Etihad Airways is the earliest you can take. Etihad Airways operates the latest service of the day at 21:35.
Your SYD to AUH flight won't wait if you're late, so be at the airport on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead for international travel.
You can expect longer lines during popular months such as April. Arriving up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours for a domestic departure is a good idea.
Etihad Airways offers direct flights from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport to Abu Dhabi International Airport. Book with this popular carrier, then get ready to tick off the sights in Abu Dhabi — and maybe even more of United Arab Emirates if your schedule allows.
The majority of travellers choose to fly with Etihad Airways on this route.
Etihad Airways is a leader in on-time performance for SYD to AUH flights, with 81.97% of its services reaching their destination on schedule.
We make it a cinch to book a flight with a stopover. To see all your options for tickets from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport to Abu Dhabi International Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, pick a flight with a stop long enough to tour your chosen city. Worthwhile stopovers between SYD and AUH include:
Soekarno-Hatta International Airport
Melbourne Tullamarine Airport
Kuala Lumpur International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport (SYD) to Abu Dhabi International Airport (AUH)
The lowest price we've seen for a one-way Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport to Abu Dhabi International Airport flight is R 6,339. A return plane ticket is currently R 12,216. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares could change.
Book six months before travelling. After crunching the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you should book ahead to secure cheap tickets from SYD to AUH.
The cheapest month for flights from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport to Abu Dhabi International Airport is May. Use the 'Whole month' tool to see the lowest prices if you have a flexible travel schedule.
There's no need to check every day to find out if fares have dropped when you create a Price Alert. We'll update you the moment the price changes on cheap flights from SYD to AUH.
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Handy information about Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport (SYD)
69.62% of flights that leave from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport arrive at their destination on schedule.
Central Sydney to Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport is around 18 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take you about 20 minutes to get there if you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving.
You can expect a trip time of around 25 minutes on public transport.
Searching for a convenient hotel close to SYD? If you're catching an early flight from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport to Abu Dhabi International Airport, these stays will have you sleeping moments from your departure gate:
Arriving at Abu Dhabi International Airport (AUH)
Book a hotel near AUH if you're catching a late Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport to Abu Dhabi International Airport flight. Select one of these accommodation options and skip the long transfer after landing:
Grab an Abu Dhabi International Airport rental car and discover Abu Dhabi and beyond with your own set of wheels. Hertz, Alamo and Europcar are popular providers you can book with here.
Book your vehicle from Abu Dhabi International Airport several weeks before your trip to get the best deal. If you're travelling during a busy period, it's a smart idea to book even earlier.
Getting from Abu Dhabi International Airport (AUH) to central Abu Dhabi
Abu Dhabi International Airport to the centre of Abu Dhabi has a drive time of around 25 minutes. It's approximately 32 kilometres away.
If you're using public transport, expect a journey of about 1 hour 30 minutes.
When to fly to Abu Dhabi International Airport (AUH)
The quietest month for a flight from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport to Abu Dhabi International Airport is April, while February is the busiest. Choose the best time to go to Abu Dhabi based on whether you prefer a faster pace or a more relaxed vibe.
Lock in your flight from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport to Abu Dhabi International Airport for July if you'd like to go to Abu Dhabi during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures of between 29ºC (84ºF) and 43ºC (109ºF).
January sees average temperatures of between 14ºC (57ºF) and 25ºC (77ºF). Search for cheap tickets from SYD to AUH around that time if you like travelling in cooler conditions.
Explore more of United Arab Emirates
Abu Dhabi has its own special appeal, but there are so many other parts of United Arab Emirates just waiting to be discovered. Around 121 kilometres north-east of Abu Dhabi, a trip to Dubai will keep you on the move. Don't miss top attractions like Burj Khalifa, The Dubai Mall Heart and Desert safari tourism.
If you're ready to explore another corner of United Arab Emirates, head for Sharjah, about 145 kilometres north-east of Abu Dhabi. Al majaz waterfront, Petrofac and Al Montazah Park are among the biggest draws.