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We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Washington Dulles to Zayed International flights are currently cheapest in March.

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Compare routes from Washington Dulles to Abu Dhabi below. You may find an airport to fly into that's cheaper, faster, or easier than Zayed International.

Washington, D.C. to Abu Dhabi: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight foundC$949
Cheapest month to flyMarch
Average flight time12 hrs, 48 mins
Most popular airlineGulf Air
Average flights per week16

Finding cheap flights from Washington Dulles to Zayed International: Frequently asked questions

The best price we found for a round-trip flight from Washington Dulles to Zayed International is C$949. This is an estimate based on information collected from different airlines and travel providers over the last 4 days and is subject to change and availability.
12 hours and 48 minutes is the average flight time from Washington Dulles to Zayed International.
Gulf Air, Etihad Airways and SriLankan Airlines fly direct from Washington Dulles to Zayed International.
There are 15 flights per week flying from Washington Dulles to Zayed International, as of February 2025.
The cheapest month to fly from Washington Dulles to Zayed International is usually February 2025.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Washington Dulles Airport to Zayed International Airport on Sunday, March 30, 2025.
Yes – the average flight time is 12 hours and 48 minutes.
We show every price from over 1,200 airlines and travel agents, comparing them all so you don’t have to. If you know you want to fly to Zayed International but you’re not ready to book, set up a Price Alert. We’ll track prices for you, and let you know when they rise or fall.
We crunched all the numbers in our flight calendar, and it looks like the cheapest time to book a flight to Abu Dhabi is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.
Currently, Turkish Airlines and Etihad Airways offer the cheapest flight tickets to Zayed International.

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.

  • Sign into your online account or use the app to set up a Price Alert. You'll get notified right away if there's a cheaper deal on this route. It doesn't take long, and it'll save you from checking for cheap flight tickets from IAD to AUH every day.

  • Use filters to tailor your flights from Washington Dulles International Airport to Abu Dhabi International Airport. Simply enter your ideal arrival and departure times, airlines and number of stops. Or sort your results by 'Cheapest' to find the best deals.

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)

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.

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