Flights from Abu Dhabi to London, United Kingdom

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London is a multicultural city, rich in so many ways. It is also the world’s largest financial center and features on the world stage for the arts, commerce, education, entertainment, fashion, media, research and development, and tourism. It is often referred to as the world’s cultural capital, hosting some of the finest theatre performances, musicians, artists and chefs. Recorded as being the world’s most visited city, London attracts business people, families and sports fans, as well as a large number of students who are lucky enough to have the opportunity to study at the top-class educational institutions.

Flying to London

1. Which airports serve Abu Dhabi to London

You will fly out of Abu Dhabi International Airport, situated to the east of the city. The airport is serviced by a bus service leaving every 40 minutes from the main centers in and around Abu Dhabi. There are 28 direct flights out of Abu Dhabi to London. Etihad is the local carrier, with a number of other airlines servicing the route. London has a choice of six international airports: Heathrow, Gatwick, Stansted, Luton, City and Southend. London boasts a world-class transport system, by taxi, tube or bus from all airports into central London or surrounds.

2. How long is the flight?

Flight time from Abu Dhabi to London is seven hours 47 minutes direct, with Abu Dhabi being three hours ahead of London.

3. Climate changes between Abu Dhabi and London

Abu Dhabi has a subtropical, hot desert climate, with average temperatures at 34 °C, while London is very much cooler, with summer temperatures averaging 15 - 23 °C. Be sure to pack a jacket to put on when landing in London.

4. Cultural differences and need-to-know

Local currency in Abu Dhabi is the dirham and in London the British pound, with the euro being widely accepted. Exchange from dirham to pounds can be done at foreign currency exchange centers at all airports on arrival. Visa-free travel is still in place for citizens from member states of the EU. Should you require a visa, you will need to obtain it prior to traveling.

London Information

The two cities are very different, with climate and culture playing a major role. Abu Dhabi shows off the Middle Eastern culture in their food, music, traditional clothing and architecture – think spices, colors and beautiful buildings. London, on the other hand, shows off a very traditional Old English structural canvas. London has some of the world’s most beautiful museums and art galleries, of which the Tate is a must-see.

The presence of the Royal Family in London presents many tourist opportunities to view Buckingham Palace and the grounds around the palace. Big Ben is still a fascination, as is taking a trip on the River Thames and a ride on the London Eye. London allows you to step back in history and has the ability to bring you right back to the present again for a show at the ultra-modern O2 Arena. That is what makes London so special, exciting and diverse as a city.

Abu Dhabi to London, United Kingdom Last modified: Oct 25, 2023 14:58 -04:00

We've scanned 107,069,592 round trip itineraries and found the cheapest flights to London, United Kingdom. Pegasus & Saudi Arabian frequently offer the best deals to London, United Kingdom flights, or select your preferred carrier below to see the cheapest days to fly.

Pegasus
AUHLON
Fri 11/3
1 stop
LONAUH
Mon 11/13
1 stop
AED1,524
Saudi Arabian
AUHLON
Wed 11/1
1 stop
LONAUH
Mon 11/6
1 stop
AED1,653
SunExpress
AUHLON
Sun 12/24
1 stop
LONAUH
Sat 1/6
1 stop
AED1,954
Air France
AUHLON
Mon 10/30
1 stop
LONAUH
Mon 11/6
1 stop
AED2,016
Royal Jordanian
AUHLON
Mon 11/13
1 stop
LONAUH
Mon 11/20
1 stop
AED2,130
Gulf Air
AUHLON
Tue 11/7
1 stop
LONAUH
Sun 11/12
1 stop
AED2,141

How Much is a Flight from Abu Dhabi to London, United Kingdom?

We have collected flight cost data from across the web for travel from Abu Dhabi to London, United Kingdom, and have found the average flight price for this trip to be AED1,506.

Where To Buy Cheap Flights from Abu Dhabi to London, United Kingdom?

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How far in advance should I book tickets from Abu Dhabi to London, United Kingdom?

The chart below shows up-to-date information regarding how far in advance to book your flight from Abu Dhabi to London, United Kingdom.

Non Stop versus Connecting
Advanced PurchaseNon StopConnecting
< 7 days AED3,114 AED1,741
7-14 days AED3,114 AED1,524
14-21 days AED3,114 AED1,653
21-30 days AED3,213 AED1,697
30-60 days AED3,114 AED1,693
60-90 days AED3,114 AED1,660
90+ days AED2,663 AED1,774

Cheapest Day To Fly from Abu Dhabi to London, United Kingdom

We've examined 214,139,184 itinerary searches that we've seen for departures in the next 90 days and found that the cheapest day to fly from Abu Dhabi to London, United Kingdom is Saturday. See the chart below to compare prices for other days of the week.

Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday Saturday Sunday
AED1,653AED1,653AED1,693AED1,524AED1,693AED669AED1,653

Compare Flight Prices from Abu Dhabi to London, United Kingdom by Month

Low priced flights are most commonly available by purchasing between one and three months in advance. International or holiday flights may need to be purchased even further in advance. The chart below shows the cheapest flight prices by month for Abu Dhabi to London, United Kingdom flights.

Month Origin Destination Carrier Depart Date Return Date Stops Price
October Abu Dhabi London, United Kingdom Saudi Arabian 10/24/23 11/12/23 1 AED1,741
November Abu Dhabi London, United Kingdom Pegasus 11/3/23 11/13/23 1 AED1,524
December Abu Dhabi London, United Kingdom Pegasus 12/27/23 1/7/24 1 AED1,660
January Abu Dhabi London, United Kingdom Pegasus 1/15/24 1/25/24 1 AED1,660
February Abu Dhabi London, United Kingdom Saudi Arabian 2/5/24 2/16/24 1 AED1,774
March Abu Dhabi London, United Kingdom Saudi Arabian 3/14/24 3/18/24 1 AED1,774
April Abu Dhabi London, United Kingdom Saudi Arabian 4/3/24 4/7/24 1 AED1,778
May Abu Dhabi London, United Kingdom Saudi Arabian 5/1/24 5/5/24 1 AED1,778

Cheap Last Minute Flights from Abu Dhabi to London, United Kingdom

Looking for cheap last minute flights or a weekend getaway? We've got you covered with weekend flight deals from Abu Dhabi to London, United Kingdom. The chart below shows the best last minute deals and cheap flights this weekend we could find.

Next 30 Days

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22 23 24 25 26 27 28
AED2,281
29 30 31 1 2 3 4
AED2,281 AED1,701
5 6 7 8 9 10 11
AED1,701 AED1,708
12 13 14 15 16 17 18
AED1,708 AED1,701
19 20 21 22 23 24 25
AED1,701 AED1,708
26 27 28 29 30 1 2
AED1,708

Connecting Flights vs Direct Flights from Abu Dhabi to London, United Kingdom

Flights between some cities may be significantly cheaper if you choose a multi-stop airline ticket. Although these connecting flights sacrifice some convenience, on average, travelers save 20%-60% when they choose to fly multi-stop versus a direct flight.

The average price for connecting flights from Abu Dhabi to London, United Kingdom is AED1,770.

The average price for direct flights from Abu Dhabi to London, United Kingdom is AED3,089.

The chart below shows up to date information regarding non-stop flights from Abu Dhabi to London, United Kingdom.

Weekly Direct Flights from Abu Dhabi to London, United Kingdom - By Carrier
CarrierMonTueWedThuFriSatSunEarliest FlightLatest Flight
Etihad 4 4 4 4 4 4 4 03:05 21:35

One Way Flights vs Round Trip Flights from Abu Dhabi to London, United Kingdom

We have found that there is often no price difference between buying a round trip flight versus a one way flight. Increased flexibility is the main benefit when it comes to buying a one way flight from Abu Dhabi to London, United Kingdom. However, booking a round trip flight can be a simpler process. You can compare round trip and one way flights by using our flight comparison.

The average price for one way flights from Abu Dhabi to London, United Kingdom is AED930.

The average price for round trip flights from Abu Dhabi to London, United Kingdom is AED1,770.

Abu Dhabi to London, United Kingdom Flight Questions

Below are some common questions that asked about this flight route:

Question: How long is the flight from Abu Dhabi to London, United Kingdom?
Answer: The average Abu Dhabi to London, United Kingdom flight time is 7 hours and 52 minutes.
Question: How far is London, United Kingdom from Abu Dhabi?
Answer: The distance from Abu Dhabi to London, United Kingdom is 5,513 kilometers (3,426 miles).
Question: How common are direct flights from Abu Dhabi to London, United Kingdom?
Answer: There are 28 direct flights from Abu Dhabi to London, United Kingdom.
Question: What are the most popular Abu Dhabi airlines for direct flights from Abu Dhabi to London, United Kingdom?
Answer: Etihad Airways provides 100% of the non-stop flights between Abu Dhabi and London, United Kingdom.

Abu Dhabi to London, United Kingdom Airports

These are the major commercial airports we're currently monitoring in Abu Dhabi and London, United Kingdom. If your route includes a city with multiple airports, you may be able to find substantial savings by choosing an alternate airport.

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