Travelling from Seattle to Abu Dhabi Zayed International Airport (AUH): What you need to know
The timezone in Abu Dhabi is UTC+4, which is 12 hours ahead of Seattle. Abu Dhabi Zayed International Airport is located in Abu Dhabi.
For hassle-free travel, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This ensures you have enough time to board your flight from Seattle to AUH.
Peak months like July or holiday times such as Christmas and spring break will mean bigger lines at check-in and security. Be on the safe side and head to the terminal even earlier. Arriving two hours before a domestic flight and up four hours ahead of an international flight is wise.
Airports in Seattle
Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA)
Think about adding a stopover to find cheap flights from Seattle to AUH. Just uncheck 'Direct flights only' when searching for departures from Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA). Take a break from travelling at one of these popular options:
Frankfurt Airport (FRA)
Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG)
Doha Hamad International Airport (DOH)
The journey from central Seattle to SEA takes about 35 minutes by public transport. If you ride-share, drive or take a taxi, you'll cover the 23 kilometres in 25 minutes or so, depending on traffic conditions.
Looking for a convenient hotel near Seattle-Tacoma International Airport? If you're catching an early flight from Seattle to Abu Dhabi Zayed International Airport, these stays will put you moments from your check-in counter:
Seattle-Tacoma International Airport has an excellent on-time performance, so you're unlikely to face delays. Departures from SEA touch down on schedule 80% of the time.
Seattle Paine Field International Airport (PAE)
You can arrive at PAE from central Seattle in about 40 minutes by car, depending on traffic. The ride on public transport takes roughly 1 hour 30 minutes to cover the 40 kilometres or so.
Want to treat yourself to an extra night away before boarding your Seattle to AUH flight? Kick back in a hotel near Seattle Paine Field International Airport before your break officially begins. Here's where you can stay:
Seattle Paine Field International Airport has a solid reputation for punctual service. 80% of flights out of here meet their scheduled arrival times without fail.
About Abu Dhabi Zayed International Airport (AUH)
If you're coming in on a late flight from Seattle to Abu Dhabi Zayed International Airport, nothing beats the convenience of staying near the terminal. Pick up your luggage at baggage claim and then be showered and sleeping soon after at one of these options near AUH:
Getting from Abu Dhabi Zayed International Airport (AUH) to central Abu Dhabi
Abu Dhabi Zayed International Airport is around 32 kilometres from the centre of Abu Dhabi. It takes around 30 minutes or so to get to the city by car.
Travelling on public transport takes roughly 1 hour.
How to find the cheapest flights from Seattle to Abu Dhabi Zayed International Airport (AUH)
At the moment, 443 € is the lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Seattle to Abu Dhabi Zayed International Airport. The cheapest price for a return flight is 870 €. Keep in mind fares may change due to demand at the time of booking.
Don't wait until the last moment. You're more likely to walk away with cheap flights from Seattle to AUH if you book early. Airlines often have some excellent early bird deals.
Affordable Seattle to Abu Dhabi Zayed International Airport tickets are easier to find if you're not locked into specific dates. Use the 'Whole month' search function to compare fares across the month and then pick the cheapest day.
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The best time to fly from Seattle to Abu Dhabi Zayed International Airport (AUH)
August is the most popular month for flights from Seattle to Abu Dhabi Zayed International Airport (AUH). Visit Abu Dhabi in December if you'd rather avoid peak season.
Before locking in your Seattle to AUH plane ticket, consider what kind of weather works for you. August is the warmest month in Abu Dhabi, with temperatures ranging from 30ºC (86ºF) to 42ºC (108ºF).
If you like travelling in cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from Seattle to Abu Dhabi Zayed International Airport in January when temperatures are between 14ºC (57ºF) and 25ºC (77ºF).
More about Abu Dhabi
Once you've booked your flight from Seattle to Abu Dhabi Zayed International Airport, find a hotel that keeps you close to what you want to see. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring Abu Dhabi:
There are so many things to explore in this city, it can be difficult to know where to start. Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque, Sheikh Zayed Bin Sultan Mosque and Emirates Palace are major attractions which should be on any good Abu Dhabi itinerary.
Explore more of the United Arab Emirates
Abu Dhabi is always a good idea, but there are so many other corners of the United Arab Emirates just waiting to be explored. Around 105 kilometres northeast of Abu Dhabi, a trip to Dubai will keep you on the go. Don't miss top attractions like Burj Khalifa, Dubai Opera and Dubai Gold Souk.
Around 129 kilometres northeast of Abu Dhabi, Sharjah is another essential stop in the United Arab Emirates. Experience the best of this destination with a visit to Rain Room, Al Noor Mosque and Adventureland.
