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Abu Dhabi

Abu Dhabi

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Population-
City CodeAUH
Popular Airlines
  • Etihad Airways
  • All Nippon Airways
  • Biman Bangladesh Airlines
Flight Time13~17 hours

The flight time to Abu Dhabi is approximately 13~17 hours. Find out more about the history, economy, climate and transportation options before you visit Abu Dhabi.

Abu Dhabi

Abu Dhabi is the capital and the second most populous city of the United Arab Emirates. Abu Dhabi is also the capital of the Emirate of Abu Dhabi, the largest of the UAE's seven emirates. Abu Dhabi lies on a T-shaped island jutting into the Persian Gulf from the central western coast. Abu Dhabi is the country's center of political and industrial activities. Abu Dhabi also has the largest population of the seven emirates in the United Arabs Emirates. Abu Dhabi accounts for about two-thirds of the United Arab Emirates economy.

Voice of Travelers to Abu Dhabi

Attractions in Abu Dhabi

I bought my ticket through British airlines for a flight to Abu Dhabi. Services onboard were fantastic. Abu Dhabi has many attractions. Ferrari World Abu Dhabi is an amusement park on Yas Island in Abu Dhabi. Yas Island is a man-made island in Abu Dhabi. Yas Waterworld in Abu Dhabi is a destination with adrenaline-fueled waterslides. The Abu Dhabi Yas Marina Circuit is the venue for the Abu Dhabi Grand Prix. The Abu Dhabi Qasr al-Hosn is the oldest stone building in the city of Abu Dhabi. Abu Dhabi Dalma Mall is a large shopping mall located in Abu Dhabi. The Louvre Abu Dhabi is a museum located in Abu Dhabi. The Abu Dhabi Landmark is a postmodern supertall skyscraper in Abu Dhabi. Buy a ticket and visit these great attractions in Abu Dhabi. Buy an online ticket or a paper ticket.

Family attractions in Abu Dhabi

I bought my ticket through British airlines for a flight to Abu Dhabi. Abu Dhabi is a destination for the whole family. Abu Dhabi invites you to discover the awe-inspiring Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque. Experience an adrenaline rush when riding the world’s fastest roller coaster in the largest Abu Dhabi indoor theme park. Take a stroll in the relaxing Abu Dhabi Al Ain Oasis. Feed the animals in the emirate’s interactive zoos in Abu Dhabi. Have a great day out on the Abu Dhabi landmark Corniche. Buy a ticket and bring your family to Abu Dhabi for its great family attractions.

Abu Dhabi Travel FAQs

Will I experience any culture shock in Abu Dhabi?

Abu Dhabi is a multi-cultural environment. Expats make up the majority of the population in Abu Dhabi. Abu Dhabi is still a conservative Islamic emirate. There are strict rules and regulations governing behaviour. Buy a ticket to Abu Dhabi but be careful. When one is booking an air ticket, it's good to be very careful. Names are not changed after ticket confirmation. One should also make sure that the names on the ticket match the original travel documents. This should happen before confirming your ticket booking. Also ensure that the ticket details are correct. Book your ticket early, either a physical ticket or online ticket.

Will it be difficult to make friends in Abu Dhabi?

Abu Dhabi, like all areas in the UAE, claims a larger expat population than local one. As a result, there is plenty of opportunity for newcomers to find others who share their language, nationality, ethnicity, background and interests. Buy an online ticket for a flight to Abu Dhabi. There are different types of online tickets. You can get online tickets from major airlines. They allow one to travel without a paper ticket. With this ticket, there is no need for one to worry about leaving his ticket behind. This ticket offers many advantages over paper tickets. Electronic tickets are also hard to lose, unlike paper tickets.

What is the appropriate time to book a ticket?

One should book a ticket when you need it. It's advisable for one to buy a ticket two to four months before you fly; research shows that at this time, you are likely to find the lowest price for your tickets. Fares tend to rise when you are close to your deperture date. It also allows you to know that the seats will be available, and sometimes to choose the most appropriate seat for you. I would advise anyone willing to book a ticket to do so as early as possible, either a hand ticket or online ticket.

What should I not do in Abu Dhabi?

Be very careful when traveling to Abu Dhabi. The region is Islamic and extremely conservative, and if you hail from a Western country, you must monitor your own behavior carefully. Traditionally, women must wear hijabs to cover their hair. If you are a woman, make sure you are aware of all these customs, as you face the risk of being detained and not being able to return home for something as simple as not wearing a head scarf.

Abu Dhabi - Direct Flights to Major Airports

Airports handling direct flights to Abu Dhabi International Airport • Dublin Airport • London Heathrow Airport • John F. Kennedy International Airport • Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport • Frankfurt Airport etc.

Flight Routes to Abu Dhabi

Buy a ticket through Etihad airlines for a direct flight from Dublin. Through British airlines, buy a ticket for a direct flight from London. Through the Etihad, you can buy a ticket for a direct flight from New York City. Buy a ticket through Air France airlines for a direct flight from Paris. Through Lufthansa airlines, buy a ticket for a direct flight from Frankfurt.