Travelling from Dusseldorf International Airport (DUS) to Abu Dhabi International Airport (AUH): what you need to know
The average time for a direct flight from Dusseldorf International Airport to Abu Dhabi International Airport is 6 hours 30 minutes.
Abu Dhabi is three hours ahead of Dusseldorf and follows the UTC+4 timezone.
Choose from three weekly Dusseldorf International Airport to Abu Dhabi International Airport flights. The 09:30 departure with Etihad Airways is the earliest flight you can take. Etihad Airways operates the last service of the day at 10:30.
For a smooth journey, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This will give you plenty of time to catch your DUS to AUH flight.
You can expect longer lines in popular months like June. Arriving up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours for a domestic departure is a wise move.
Etihad Airways offers direct flights from Dusseldorf International Airport to Abu Dhabi International Airport. Book with this popular airline, then get ready to check out the sights in Abu Dhabi — and maybe even more of United Arab Emirates if you have time.
Etihad Airways is the airline most travellers choose to fly with on this route.
Etihad Airways stands out as the most punctual carrier for DUS to AUH flights, with 84.62% of its services reaching their destination on schedule.
We make it a breeze to book a flight with a stopover. To see your options for tickets from Dusseldorf International Airport to Abu Dhabi International Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, pick a flight with a stop long enough to tour the city of your choice. Stopovers between DUS and AUH include:
Franz Josef Strauss Airport
Sabiha Gokcen International Airport
Ben Gurion International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Dusseldorf International Airport (DUS) to Abu Dhabi International Airport (AUH)
The lowest price we've found for a one-way Dusseldorf International Airport to Abu Dhabi International Airport flight is $218. A round-trip plane ticket right now is $416. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares can change.
To score cheap tickets from DUS to AUH, book your journey six months before your departure date.
Plan your trip for May. That's the cheapest month for flights from Dusseldorf International Airport to Abu Dhabi International Airport. If you're flexible with your dates, use the 'Whole month' tool to see the cheapest price across every month.
You don't need to check every day to see if fares have dropped when you set up a Price Alert. We'll notify you as soon as there's a better deal on cheap flights from DUS to AUH.
Tailor your trip with filters. Choose your preferred departure and arrival times, airlines and total journey duration. You can also sort your results by 'Cheapest,' 'Best' or 'Fastest' flights from Dusseldorf International Airport to Abu Dhabi International Airport.
Handy information about Dusseldorf International Airport (DUS)
78.28% of flights taking off from Dusseldorf International Airport land at their destination on schedule.
Dusseldorf International Airport is around 10 kilometres from central Dusseldorf. If you're driving, catching a cab or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take 15 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.
Taking public transport? Expect a trip time of around 40 minutes.
Get your break off to a leisurely start by staying near DUS. Whether you're boarding an early flight from Dusseldorf International Airport to Abu Dhabi International Airport or want to avoid feeling rushed, these hotels are ideal:
Arriving at Abu Dhabi International Airport (AUH)
If you're coming in on a late Dusseldorf International Airport to Abu Dhabi International Airport flight, few things beat the convenience of being near the terminal. Grab your luggage from the carousel and then be showered and snoozing shortly after at one of these hotels near AUH:
Travel at your own speed with an Abu Dhabi International Airport rental car. Pick up your wheels from Hertz, Alamo or Europcar and chase adventure across Abu Dhabi and beyond.
To get the best possible deal, book your ride from Abu Dhabi International Airport at least a couple of weeks in advance. Prices typically go up closer to your departure date.
Getting from Abu Dhabi International Airport (AUH) to central Abu Dhabi
Abu Dhabi International Airport to central Abu Dhabi has a drive time of around 25 minutes. It's approximately 32 kilometres away.
If you're travelling on public transport, expect a journey of about 1 hour 30 minutes.
When to fly to Abu Dhabi International Airport (AUH)
The quietest month for a flight from Dusseldorf International Airport to Abu Dhabi International Airport is April, while February is the busiest. Pick the best time to go to Abu Dhabi based on whether you prefer a more fast-paced or easygoing experience.
Book your flight from Dusseldorf International Airport to Abu Dhabi International Airport for July if you want to visit Abu Dhabi during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 29ºC (84ºF) and 43ºC (109ºF).
January has average temperatures of between 14ºC (57ºF) and 25ºC (77ºF). Look for cheap tickets from DUS to AUH sometime around then if you like travelling in cooler conditions.
Explore more of United Arab Emirates
You've visited Abu Dhabi, now it's time to explore other parts of United Arab Emirates. Journey about 121 kilometres north-east to Dubai to check off its leading attractions. From Burj Khalifa to The Dubai Mall Heart and Desert safari tourism, your itinerary will be busy.
Around 145 kilometres north-east of Abu Dhabi, Sharjah is another favourite stop in United Arab Emirates. No visit is complete without checking out Al majaz waterfront, Petrofac and Al Montazah Park.