Travelling from Zayed International Airport (AUH) to London Heathrow Airport (LHR): what you need to know
Around 7 hours 45 minutes is how long you can expect to be in the air on a direct flight from Zayed International Airport to London Heathrow Airport.
London's timezone is UTC+0, which makes London four hours behind Abu Dhabi.
Every week, there are 31 Zayed International Airport to London Heathrow Airport flights. If you want to get going as soon as possible, select the 02:20 Etihad Airways flight. If you're eager to make the most of your day before you fly, the last departure is at 14:20 with Etihad Airways.
Your AUH to LHR flight won't wait if you're late, so get to the airport on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead when you're flying internationally.
You'll likely experience bigger queues during popular months such as December. Arriving up to four hours in advance for international flights and two hours for a domestic departure will help ensure a smooth travel experience.
Etihad Airways is your ticket to exploring London (and maybe even some other exciting parts of the United Kingdom!). Check out the direct flights from Zayed International Airport to London Heathrow Airport offered by this popular airline.
The airline that tops the list for bookings on this route is Etihad Airways.
With a reliable 95.92% of services arriving as planned, British Airways is the most punctual carrier offering AUH to LHR flights.
We make it a piece of cake to book a flight with a stopover. To see all your options for tickets from Zayed International Airport to London Heathrow Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, choose a flight with a stop long enough to visit the city of your choice. Top stopovers between AUH and LHR include:
Frankfurt am Main Airport
Kuwait Airport
Bahrain Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Zayed International Airport (AUH) to London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
124 € is the best price for a one-way Zayed International Airport to London Heathrow Airport flight. Return flights start at 425 €. These fares can change based on availability.
Book two months before flying. After crunching the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you'll want to book ahead to secure cheap tickets from AUH to LHR.
July is the cheapest month for flights from Zayed International Airport to London Heathrow Airport. If you prefer to fly at a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will give you the lowest prices across every month.
Picking up cheap flights from AUH to LHR couldn't be easier with Price Alerts. All you need to do is create one of these automatic alerts and we'll notify you as soon as a lower fare pops up.
Tailor your trip using filters. Select your ideal departure and arrival times, total journey duration and airlines. You can also sort your results by 'Cheapest,' 'Best' or 'Fastest' flights from Zayed International Airport to London Heathrow Airport.
Handy information about Zayed International Airport (AUH)
When it comes to Zayed International Airport's on-time performance, data shows 75% of flights arrive within the scheduled timeframe.
Central Abu Dhabi to Zayed International Airport is around 32 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take about 30 minutes to get there if you're ride-sharing, catching a taxi or driving.
The journey on public transport typically takes 1 hour.
Looking for a convenient hotel close to AUH? If you've booked an early flight from Zayed International Airport to London Heathrow Airport, these accommodation options will put you moments from check-in:
Arriving at London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
Consider staying in a hotel close to LHR if you're on a late Zayed International Airport to London Heathrow Airport flight. Choose one of these options and make your arrival easier:
Begin your adventure by picking up a London Heathrow Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Surprice, U-Save or Green Motion to explore London and beyond.
Lock in the best rate by booking your vehicle from London Heathrow Airport around one week ahead of your departure.
When to fly to London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
The quietest month for a flight from Zayed International Airport to London Heathrow Airport is March, while July is the most popular. Choose the best time to go to London based on whether you prefer a more relaxed vibe or a faster pace.
Lock in your flight from Zayed International Airport to London Heathrow Airport for July if you'd like to go to London during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures of between 11ºC (52ºF) and 26ºC (79ºF).
January has average temperatures of between 0ºC (32ºF) and 9ºC (48ºF). Look for cheap tickets from AUH to LHR around that time if you want to travel in cooler conditions.
Explore more of the United Kingdom
London has its own special appeal, but there are so many other parts of the United Kingdom waiting to be discovered. About 257 kilometres north-west of London, a trip to Manchester will keep your itinerary busy. Start with attractions like Manchester United Museum & Stadium Tour, The Homes of Football and Museum of Science and Industry.
Birmingham is another favourite destination in the United Kingdom and is around 161 kilometres north-west of London. No journey is complete without dropping by Birmingham Museum & Art Gallery, Birmingham Hippodrome Theatre and Bournville Experience.