Travelling from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Abu Dhabi International Airport (AUH): what you need to know
Around 7 hours is how long you can expect to be in the air on a direct flight from London Heathrow Airport to Abu Dhabi International Airport.
Abu Dhabi's timezone is UTC+4, which makes Abu Dhabi four hours ahead of London.
Every week, there are 49 London Heathrow Airport to Abu Dhabi International Airport flights. To take off as soon as possible, select the 09:00 Etihad Airways flight. If you're eager to make the most of your day before you fly, the latest flight is at 22:25 with British Airways.
For a stress-free journey, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This will give you enough time to board your LHR to AUH flight.
Be prepared for longer queues in popular months like July. Arriving up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours for domestic departures is a wise move.
British Airways has direct flights from London Heathrow Airport to Abu Dhabi International Airport. Book with this popular carrier, then get ready to see the sights in Abu Dhabi — and maybe even more of United Arab Emirates if your schedule allows.
British Airways is the top choice for travellers on this route.
British Airways is the most punctual carrier operating LHR to AUH flights. An impressive 83.05% of its services on this route land as scheduled.
We make it a breeze to book a flight with a stopover. To see all your options for tickets from London Heathrow Airport to Abu Dhabi International Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, pick a flight that has a stop long enough to explore your chosen city. Some great stopovers between LHR and AUH include:
Brussels Airport
Hamad International Airport
Amsterdam Airport Schiphol
How to find the cheapest flights from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Abu Dhabi International Airport (AUH)
144 € is currently the best price for a one-way London Heathrow Airport to Abu Dhabi International Airport flight. A return flight starts at 288 €. These prices can change based on availability and demand.
Score cheap tickets from LHR to AUH by booking at least seven months ahead. Based on our research, that's the sweet spot for bagging a bargain.
Plan your trip for June. That's the cheapest month for flights from London Heathrow Airport to Abu Dhabi International Airport. If you're flexible with your dates, try out the 'Whole month' tool to see the lowest airfare across each month.
There's no need to check every day to find out if fares have dropped when you create a Price Alert. We'll let you know the moment there's a new deal on cheap flights from LHR to AUH.
Select your ideal arrival and departure times, airlines and number of stops with the filters. Alternatively, sort your results by 'Cheapest' to find the best deals on flights from London Heathrow Airport to Abu Dhabi International Airport.
Handy information about London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
Of all flights departing from London Heathrow Airport, 68.18% arrive as scheduled at their destination.
To get to London Heathrow Airport from central London, it'll take around 55 minutes if you're going by car. This depends on traffic though. It's approximately 31 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
The trip on public transport takes roughly 1 hour.
Searching for a convenient hotel close to LHR? If you've booked an early flight from London Heathrow Airport to Abu Dhabi International Airport, these accommodation options will have you sleeping moments from your departure lounge:
Arriving at Abu Dhabi International Airport (AUH)
If you're landing on a late London Heathrow Airport to Abu Dhabi International Airport flight, few things top the convenience of being near the terminal. Grab your bags from the carousel and then be resting not long after at one of these hotels near AUH:
Travel at your own speed with an Abu Dhabi International Airport rental car. Pick up a set of wheels from Hertz, Alamo or Europcar and discover more of Abu Dhabi and beyond.
Book your ride from Abu Dhabi International Airport at least a few weeks ahead to get the best possible rate. If you're going away during peak season, you may want to book even earlier.
Getting from Abu Dhabi International Airport (AUH) to central Abu Dhabi
From Abu Dhabi International Airport, Abu Dhabi is approximately 32 kilometres away. It takes around 25 minutes to reach the centre by car.
If you're travelling on public transport, expect a journey of around 1 hour 30 minutes.
When to fly to Abu Dhabi International Airport (AUH)
The quietest month for a flight from London Heathrow 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 more fast-paced or easygoing experience.
When reserving your flight from London Heathrow Airport to Abu Dhabi International Airport, consider the type of weather you enjoy. July is the warmest month in Abu Dhabi, with the temperature ranging from 29ºC (84ºF) to 43ºC (109ºF).
Look for cheap tickets from LHR to AUH in January if you like travelling in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 14ºC (57ºF) and 25ºC (77ºF) on average.
Explore more of United Arab Emirates
Abu Dhabi is always a good idea, but there are so many other corners of United Arab Emirates waiting to be discovered. About 121 kilometres north-east of Abu Dhabi, a trip to Dubai will keep you busy. Start with popular sights like Burj Khalifa, The Dubai Mall Heart and Desert safari tourism.
Around 145 kilometres north-east of Abu Dhabi, Sharjah is another essential stop in United Arab Emirates. Get a taste of what this destination has to offer at Al majaz waterfront, Petrofac and Al Montazah Park.