Travelling from Riyadh Airport (RUH) to Zayed International Airport (AUH): what you need to know
Around 1 hour 45 minutes is how long you can expect to be in the air on a direct flight from Riyadh Airport to Zayed International Airport.
Abu Dhabi is one hour ahead of Riyadh and is in the UTC+4 timezone.
Each week, there are 38 Riyadh Airport to Zayed International Airport flights. If you want to jet off as early as possible, go for the 04:20 Etihad Airways flight. If you're eager to make the most of your time before you fly, the latest flight is at 22:45 with Etihad Airways.
Leave plenty of time to make your RUH to AUH flight. As a rule of thumb, arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Travelling during a peak month such as July? Major public holidays and other popular periods can lead to longer queues at check-in and security. Play it safe and arrive up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours before a domestic departure.
With direct flights from Riyadh Airport to Zayed International Airport available from numerous airlines, flying to Abu Dhabi (and then other destinations in the United Arab Emirates) is easy. Here's who you can travel nonstop with:
The airline with the highest number of bookings on this route is Etihad Airways.
Flynas stands out as the most punctual carrier for RUH to AUH flights, with 90.85% of services arriving on schedule.
We make it a breeze to book a flight with a stopover. To see all your options for tickets from Riyadh Airport to Zayed International Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, pick a flight offering a stop long enough to explore the city of your choice. Popular stopovers between RUH and AUH include:
Hamad International Airport
Dammam Airport
Bahrain Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Riyadh Airport (RUH) to Zayed International Airport (AUH)
The cheapest price we've found for a one-way Riyadh Airport to Zayed International Airport flight is 81 €. A return plane ticket is currently 155 €. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares could change.
Don't wait until the last moment. You're more likely to find cheap tickets from RUH to AUH if you book ahead. Airlines often have some excellent early bird rates.
May is the cheapest month for flights from Riyadh Airport to Zayed International Airport. If you want to travel at a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will give you the lowest airfares for every month.
Save time searching for cheap flights from RUH to AUH by creating a Price Alert. We'll send you an email or notification through the app when a lower fare pops up.
Select your ideal arrival and departure times, number of stops and airlines with the filters. Or sort your results by 'Cheapest' to see the best deals on flights from Riyadh Airport to Zayed International Airport.
Handy information about Riyadh Airport (RUH)
85% of flights departing from Riyadh Airport reach their destination on schedule. Given its impressive on-time stats, you're unlikely to be delayed when jetting out of RUH.
To reach Riyadh Airport from central Riyadh, it takes around 35 minutes by car. Of course, this depends on traffic. It's approximately 32 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
Catching public transport? Expect a trip time of around 1 hour 15 minutes.
Searching for a hotel to stay in before your flight from Riyadh Airport to Zayed International Airport? Consider Riyadh Airport Marriott Hotel. Enjoy a good night's rest here before heading to RUH.
Arriving at Zayed International Airport (AUH)
The last thing you want is a long trip to your hotel if you're getting in late on a Riyadh Airport to Zayed International Airport flight. Check in to one of these accommodation options near AUH instead:
Pick up a Zayed International Airport rental car and discover Abu Dhabi and beyond with your own wheels. Hertz, Alamo and Europcar are popular providers you can book with here.
Reserve your vehicle from Zayed International Airport a few weeks before your departure date to get the lowest price. If you're going away during a busy period, you may want to book even earlier.
When to fly to Zayed International Airport (AUH)
The quietest month for a flight from Riyadh Airport to Zayed International Airport is May, while December is the most popular. Pick the ideal time to go to Abu Dhabi based on whether you prefer a laid-back vibe or a more bustling atmosphere.
The warmest month in Abu Dhabi is August, with the temperature ranging between 30ºC (86ºF) and 42ºC (108ºF). Book your flights from Riyadh Airport to Zayed International Airport in this month if this is the type of weather you enjoy.
If you like cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from RUH to AUH in January. Temperatures average between 14ºC (57ºF) and 25ºC (77ºF) then.
Explore more of the United Arab Emirates
Dubai is just one of the many cities in the United Arab Emirates waiting to be explored once you've seen the sights of Abu Dhabi. Around 121 kilometres away to the north-east, well-known attractions include Burj Khalifa, Dubai Opera and Dubai Gold Souk.
Sharjah is another well-known destination in the United Arab Emirates and is around 145 kilometres north-east of Abu Dhabi. No trip is complete without dropping by Rain Room, Al Noor Mosque and Adventureland.