Traveling from Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD) to Abu Dhabi International Airport (AUH): what you need to know
12 hours 53 minutes is the average length of a direct flight from Washington Dulles International Airport to Abu Dhabi International Airport. Abu Dhabi is 8 hours ahead of Washington DC and operates on the UTC+4 timezone.
Flights from Washington Dulles International Airport to Abu Dhabi International Airport start at 10:10 — the first with Etihad Airways. The latest flight in the day is the 22:15 option with Etihad Airways. Overall, you can choose from 10 services every week from IAD to AUH.
During popular months such as July, you'll want to get to the airport well in advance. Arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead of an international flight whenever you're traveling during a peak period in general.
Etihad Airways runs direct flights from Washington Dulles International Airport to Abu Dhabi International Airport. Book with this popular carrier, and get ready to tick off the sights in Abu Dhabi — and maybe even more of United Arab Emirates if time allows.
If you'd like to have a stopover for your flight from Washington Dulles International Airport to Abu Dhabi International Airport, just uncheck 'Direct flights only' and explore your options. These are the top stopovers between IAD and AUH:
Charles de Gaulle Airport
Cairo International Airport
Hamad International Airport
To see if you need a visa to enter United Arab Emirates, contact your airline and the local embassy or consulate. They'll have all the necessary information, including other travel documents you may need after booking your cheap ticket from IAD to AUH.
How to find the cheapest flights from Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD) to Abu Dhabi International Airport (AUH)
C$536 is currently the best price for a one-way ticket from Washington Dulles International Airport to Abu Dhabi International Airport. A return flight starts at C$949. These fares may change depending on availability.
Book 10 months before flying. After looking at the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you should book ahead to find cheap flight tickets from IAD to AUH.
Schedule your trip for June. That's the cheapest month for flight tickets from Washington Dulles International Airport to Abu Dhabi International Airport. If your travel dates are flexible, try out the 'Whole month' tool to see the cheapest price across each month.
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Handy information about Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD)
Washington Dulles International Airport is about 56 kilometres from central Washington DC. If you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab from the center, it'll take 51 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic conditions. If you're using public transport, expect the journey time to be around 3 hours and 26 minutes.
Want an easy way to start to your break? Stay near IAD. Whether you've booked an early flight from Washington Dulles International Airport to Abu Dhabi International Airport or want to avoid feeling rushed, these stays are perfect:
Arriving at Abu Dhabi International Airport (AUH)
The last thing you want is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late flight from Washington Dulles International Airport to Abu Dhabi International Airport. Check in to one of these accommodation options near AUH instead:
Getting from Abu Dhabi International Airport (AUH) to central Abu Dhabi
Abu Dhabi International Airport to central Abu Dhabi is around 25 minutes in a car. It's approximately 32 kilometres away. See what options are available, such as car rentals, cabs or ride-sharing.
If you're traveling on public transport, expect a journey time of roughly 1 hour and 28 minutes.
When to fly to Abu Dhabi International Airport (AUH)
August is the most popular month for flights from Washington Dulles International Airport to Abu Dhabi International Airport. To steer clear of the crowds, go to Abu Dhabi in April.
The warmest month in Abu Dhabi is July, with the temperature ranging between 29ºC and 43ºC. Book your flights from Washington Dulles International Airport to Abu Dhabi International Airport in this month if this is the kind of weather you like.
Look for cheap flight tickets from IAD to AUH in January if you'd rather travel during cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between 14ºC and 25ºC on average.
More about Abu Dhabi
If you're looking for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the most popular stays in Abu Dhabi right here. Browse these hotels after locking in your flight from IAD to AUH:
Every great adventure has to include a little sightseeing. Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque, Emirates Palace, Dubai and Qasr Al Watan are must-do's during your Abu Dhabi adventure.
Complete your Abu Dhabi trip with hotels and a car rental
We've got more party tricks up our sleeve than just comparing flights. After booking your cheap ticket to Abu Dhabi International Airport, browse our great car rental deals that'll give you the flexibility to see the sights at your own pace. Then, take a look at our exclusive rates for hotels to find the perfect Abu Dhabi stay.