Quick answer: Abu Dhabi to London averaged about AED 2,856 return over the past 12 months. September was the cheapest month (about AED 2,387) and July the most expensive (about AED 3,427). Direct flights take about 7h 55m with Etihad Airways. Dubai to London averaged about AED 2,772.
| At a glance | |
|---|---|
| Average return | About AED 2,856 |
| Typical one way | About AED 1,229 |
| Cheapest month | September, about AED 2,387 |
| Most expensive | July (about AED 3,427), August (about AED 3,210) |
| Direct flight time | About 7h 55m |
| Cheapest day to fly | Friday |
| From Dubai instead | About AED 2,772 return |
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Abu Dhabi or Dubai: which is better for London?
The two airports average about the same, about AED 2,856 return from Abu Dhabi and AED 2,772 from Dubai. Dubai offers more London airports and airlines; from Abu Dhabi, Etihad flies direct to Heathrow four times a day. See our Dubai to London flight guide for Dubai fares by month.
Direct airlines from Zayed International
| Airline | Direct flights per week |
|---|---|
| Etihad Airways (to Heathrow) | About 28 |
All flights leave from Terminal A at Zayed International Airport (formerly Abu Dhabi International). Etihad economy fares on this route normally include checked baggage, but check the allowance on your fare.
When to book
- Book about 26 weeks ahead, which saved around 36% compared with booking in the last two weeks, when fares averaged 18% above normal.
- Friday departures were the cheapest on average, and Monday the most expensive.
- Avoid July and August if your dates are flexible.
Book early for summer
No route we track rewards early booking more. Fares booked about 26 weeks ahead were around 36% cheaper than last minute ones, and last minute fares averaged 18% above normal. For July or August, book in January or February.
Getting to Zayed International from Dubai
If you live in Dubai, the RTA E102 bus runs from Al Jafiliya bus station, near Max metro station, to Zayed International Terminal A. The fare is AED 25 on a Nol card and the trip takes about 2 hours with traffic. Top up your Nol card in Dubai, as there are no Nol top up machines at the airport. A taxi or car takes about 1 hour 30 minutes from central Dubai.
Pay monthly for your ticket
If a return comes to AED 2,856, that can be four Tabby payments of about AED 710. UAE residents can also use Tamara or a 3 to 12 month plan on a UAE credit card from Mashreq, ADCB, RAKBANK, HSBC, FAB or Emirates NBD; we only need your phone number to send the link. Get an Abu Dhabi to London quote. Our office WhatsApp, +971 4 220 2133, answers 24 hours a day.
Fares are averages from KAYAK route data for the past 12 months, checked in November 2026. Prices change daily. More Abu Dhabi routes: Delhi, Mumbai, Chennai, Bangalore, Kochi, Trivandrum, Calicut, Islamabad, Karachi, Manila, Cairo.
Abu Dhabi to London FAQs
How long is the flight from Abu Dhabi to London?
About 7 hours 55 minutes direct.
Which airline flies direct from Abu Dhabi to London?
Etihad Airways, to London Heathrow, about 28 flights a week.
What is the cheapest month to fly Abu Dhabi to London?
September, at about AED 2,387 return. July and August cost the most.
Is Abu Dhabi or Dubai cheaper for London?
They are close: about AED 2,856 return from Abu Dhabi and about AED 2,772 from Dubai on average.
Can I pay for an Abu Dhabi to London ticket monthly?
Yes. UAE residents can pay with Tabby, Tamara or a 3 to 12 month credit card plan. We only need your phone number to send the link.
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