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Cheap flights from California to Abu Dhabi from AED 1,447

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 17/3. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
LAX — AUH
11 Jan — 18 Jan1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

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Cheapest flights from California to Abu Dhabi
Explore the most affordable flight options available from California to Abu Dhabi. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 12 December 2025.

Thu 25/1216:30SFO - AUH
2 stops42h 05mAir India
Sun 28/1223:35AUH - SFO
2 stops26h 55mAir India
Deal found 10/12AED 4,480
Thu 25/1216:30SFO - AUH
2 stops42h 05mAir India
Mon 29/1223:35AUH - SFO
2 stops26h 55mAir India
Deal found 10/12AED 4,484
Wed 10/1210:50LAX - AUH
2 stops22h 05mQatar Airways
Mon 15/1223:40AUH - LAX
1 stop25h 10mQatar Airways
Deal found 10/12AED 4,792
Thu 11/1208:00LAX - AUH
2 stops25h 15mQatar Airways
Sun 21/1205:20AUH - LAX
1 stop19h 30mQatar Airways
Deal found 10/12AED 4,858
Wed 24/1216:30SFO - AUH
2 stops42h 05mAir India
Sun 28/1223:35AUH - SFO
2 stops26h 55mAir India
Deal found 10/12AED 4,994
Fri 12/1214:40SFO - AUH
2 stops41h 35mMultiple Airlines
Thu 25/1222:15AUH - SFO
2 stops28h 15mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 11/12AED 5,005
Wed 10/1218:50SFO - AUH
1 stop23h 30mTurkish Airlines
Wed 17/1207:55AUH - SFO
1 stop39h 10mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 10/12AED 5,027
Sat 13/1217:20SFO - AUH
2 stops40h 15mMultiple Airlines
Mon 22/1223:35AUH - SFO
2 stops26h 55mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/12AED 5,152
Sat 27/1216:30SFO - AUH
2 stops42h 05mMultiple Airlines
Tue 6/108:40AUH - SFO
2 stops41h 50mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/12AED 5,229
Mon 15/1214:25SFO - AUH
2 stops34h 00mAir India
Fri 26/1223:35AUH - SFO
2 stops26h 55mAir India
Deal found 11/12AED 5,281
Thu 11/1208:00LAX - AUH
2 stops25h 15mMultiple Airlines
Sun 21/1205:20AUH - LAX
2 stops28h 40mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 10/12AED 5,284
Fri 26/1221:30SFO - AUH
2 stops59h 40mMultiple Airlines
Tue 6/108:40AUH - SFO
2 stops41h 50mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/12AED 5,347

Find flight deals from California to Abu Dhabi

Keep the following information in mind while searching for California to Abu Dhabi flight deals. Data was last updated 12 December 2025.

Round-trip from

AED 2,651

One-way from

AED 1,447

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

September

Average price

AED 5,255
China Eastern
  • China Eastern
  • 5/1-21/1
  • 2 total stops
  • 67h 00m total
  • California to Abu Dhabi
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Air India
  • Air India
  • 17/3
  • 2 total stops
  • 36h 50m total
  • California to Abu Dhabi
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 9% potential increase in price (AED 1,380 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 4% potential price decrease (AED 541 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Customise your flight search to find flights from California to Abu Dhabi that fit within your specific budget. Explore options based on user searches and filter the results based on your desired price range. Find flights that match your budget for a cost-effective journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 220,657 searches. Data last updated 12 December 2025.
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San FranciscoAbu Dhabi

SFO - AUH

SFOAUH

San Francisco

Sat 24/1

22:55-15:25

2 stops28h 30m

Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

Sat 31/1

16:25-18:39

2 stops38h 14m

AED 3,283

San FranciscoAbu Dhabi

SFO - AUH

SFOAUH

San Francisco

Wed 4/3

20:41-12:55

1 stop28h 14m

Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

Wed 11/3

09:00-20:28

1 stop22h 28m

AED 3,309

Los AngelesAbu Dhabi

LAX - AUH

LAXAUH

Los Angeles

Fri 13/3

23:49-12:15

1 stop25h 26m

Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

Mon 16/3

02:55-22:39

1 stop30h 44m

AED 3,360

San FranciscoAbu Dhabi

SFO - AUH

SFOAUH

San Francisco

Sun 15/3

06:00-12:30

1 stop19h 30m

Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

Wed 18/3

02:55-00:19

1 stop32h 24m

AED 3,360

Los AngelesAbu Dhabi

LAX - AUH

LAXAUH

Los Angeles

Thu 26/2

08:40-19:40

1 stop23h 00m

Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

Mon 2/3

09:00-23:59

1 stop26h 59m

AED 3,360

San FranciscoAbu Dhabi

SFO - AUH

SFOAUH

San Francisco

Wed 4/3

22:50-22:35

2 stops35h 45m

Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

Wed 11/3

13:40-13:25

1 stop34h 45m

AED 3,511

Los AngelesAbu Dhabi

LAX - AUH

LAXAUH

Los Angeles

Wed 11/3

19:45-06:20

1 stop23h 35m

Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

Mon 16/3

02:20-12:10

1 stop20h 50m

AED 3,536

San FranciscoAbu Dhabi

SFO - AUH

SFOAUH

San Francisco

Fri 9/1

23:20-13:15

2 stops25h 55m

Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

Wed 28/1

15:00-18:39

2 stops39h 39m

AED 3,599

Los AngelesAbu Dhabi

LAX - AUH

LAXAUH

Los Angeles

Fri 23/1

15:40-13:55

2 stops34h 15m

Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

Fri 30/1

15:00-15:56

2 stops36h 56m

AED 3,735

Los AngelesAbu Dhabi

LAX - AUH

LAXAUH

Los Angeles

Sun 25/1

23:55-15:25

2 stops27h 30m

Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

Sun 1/2

16:25-20:15

2 stops39h 50m

AED 3,735

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What is the cheapest month to book a flight from California to Abu Dhabi?

Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from California to Abu Dhabi (average of AED 2,251). Flying from California to Abu Dhabi in July is currently the most expensive (average of AED 2,655). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from CA to AUH?

Find hourly flight availability from California to Abu Dhabi. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated 12 December 2025.

One of the essential ways to save on airfare from California to Abu Dhabi is to remain as flexible as possible. Flights that are in the evening tend to be the most expensive. A flight in the morning could potentially save you up to 35% on airfare.

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  • What airport do you fly into for flights to Abu Dhabi from California?

    Located just 28.0 km from the city centre, Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl (AUH) is the airport most travelers will use when flying to Abu Dhabi from California.

  • How long is the flight from California to Abu Dhabi?

    Departing from California to Abu Dhabi will take you 23h 35m. The distance between California and Abu Dhabi is about 13473 km. Both multi-stop and direct flights can be found to your destination and back.

  • What are the most popular routes from California to Abu Dhabi?

    The most popular flight routes from California to Abu Dhabi are San Francisco - Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl, Los Angeles - Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl and Ontario - Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl.

  • Can I find deals for flights from California to Abu Dhabi that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on California to Abu Dhabi flights, Cheapflights offers holiday packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from California to Abu Dhabi?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from California to Abu Dhabi.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from California to Abu Dhabi?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from California to Abu Dhabi by cabin class. In addition to browsing deals, you can also filter by cabin class on the search results page after making a search.

  • What is the cheapest month to book a flight from California to Abu Dhabi?

    Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from California to Abu Dhabi (average of AED 2,251). Flying from California to Abu Dhabi in July is currently the most expensive (average of AED 2,655). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

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Turkish AirlinesCheapestAED 2,944AverageAED 4,554FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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