Flying from Zayed International Airport (AUH) to Damascus Airport (DAM): what you need to know
Book a direct flight from Zayed International Airport to Damascus Airport and you'll be travelling for an average of 3 hours 20 minutes.
Damascus is one hour behind Abu Dhabi and observes the UTC+3 timezone.
There are ten Zayed International Airport to Damascus Airport flights each week to choose from.
Leave plenty of time to catch your AUH to DAM flight. Generally, it's best to arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
During popular months like December, it's a good idea to get to the airport well in advance. Arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead for an international flight whenever you're flying during a peak period in general.
Most passengers choose to travel with Etihad Airways on this route.
Fly Cham Airlines is the most punctual carrier offering AUH to DAM flights. An impressive 88.89% of its departures on this route arrive without delay.
Handy information about Zayed International Airport (AUH)
When it comes to Zayed International Airport's on-time performance, 75% of flights arrive within the expected timeframe.
Central Abu Dhabi to Zayed International Airport is approximately 32 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take you about 30 minutes to get there if you're driving, catching a taxi or ride-sharing.
Catching public transport? Expect a journey time of around 1 hour.
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When to fly to Damascus Airport (DAM)
The quietest month for a flight from Zayed International Airport to Damascus Airport is March, while July is the busiest. Pick the best time to go to Damascus based on whether you prefer a laid-back vibe or a more bustling atmosphere.
Book your flight from Zayed International Airport to Damascus Airport for July if you'd like to explore Damascus during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures of between 18ºC (64ºF) and 39ºC (102ºF).
January sees average temperatures of between 1ºC (34ºF) and 14ºC (57ºF). Search for cheap tickets from AUH to DAM sometime around then if you'd rather travel in cooler conditions.
Explore more of Syria
You've seen Damascus, now it's time to discover other corners of Syria. Journey around 306 kilometres north to Aleppo to check off its top attractions. From Aleppo Souk to The Citadel of Aleppo and Aleppo Citadel, you'll have a full itinerary ahead.
Around 145 kilometres north of Damascus, Homs is another essential stop in Syria. Get a taste of what this destination has to offer at Citadel of Homs, Khalid ibn Al-Walid Mosque and Al Jilani Mosque.
