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Cheap flights from Sydney to Abu Dhabi from AED 2,460

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 21/6. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SYD — AUH
21 Jun — 28 Jun1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags
Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Sydney Kingsford Smith to Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl are usually found in May or July, booked 79 days in advance, depart on a Sunday or Thursday and return on a Friday

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Cheapest flights from Sydney to Abu Dhabi
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Sydney to Abu Dhabi. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 22 May 2026.

Thu 12/1112:00
SYD
-
AUH
1 stop39h 30m
China Eastern
Mon 16/1123:30
AUH
-
SYD
1 stop31h 05m
China Eastern
Deal found 21/5AED 3,408
Thu 21/520:00
SYD
-
AUH
1 stop20h 50m
Air India
Mon 1/611:55
AUH
-
SYD
1 stop24h 30m
Air India
Deal found 20/5AED 3,562
Wed 11/1112:00
SYD
-
AUH
1 stop39h 30m
China Eastern
Sun 15/1123:30
AUH
-
SYD
1 stop27h 30m
China Eastern
Deal found 19/5AED 4,116
Mon 8/613:00
SYD
-
AUH
2 stops29h 55m
Multiple Airlines
Sun 14/608:45
AUH
-
SYD
2 stops28h 35m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 19/5AED 4,421
Mon 8/611:00
SYD
-
AUH
2 stops67h 25m
China Eastern
Thu 11/620:50
AUH
-
SYD
2 stops53h 10m
China Eastern
Deal found 18/5AED 4,473
Mon 1/620:30
SYD
-
AUH
2 stops33h 55m
China Eastern
Thu 4/620:50
AUH
-
SYD
2 stops29h 10m
China Eastern
Deal found 17/5AED 4,506
Sun 24/520:00
SYD
-
AUH
1 stop20h 55m
Air India
Sun 7/623:55
AUH
-
SYD
2 stops36h 30m
Air India
Deal found 20/5AED 4,542
Wed 15/714:50
SYD
-
AUH
1 stop26h 05m
Qatar Airways
Sat 15/823:45
AUH
-
SYD
1 stop24h 25m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 22/5AED 4,935

Find flight deals from Sydney to Abu Dhabi

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Sydney (SYD) to Abu Dhabi (AUH). Learn about various techniques such as flexible date searches, comparing prices across and setting up price alerts. Use these methods to find the cheapest flights available for your travel needs. Data last updated 22 May 2026.

Round-trip from

AED 3,408

One-way from

AED 2,460

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

May

Average price

AED 3,551
China Eastern
  • China Eastern
  • 12/11-16/11
  • 2 total stops
  • 70h 35m total
  • Sydney to Abu Dhabi
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21/6
  • 21/6
  • 2 total stops
  • 24h 05m total
  • Sydney to Abu Dhabi
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 8% potential increase in price (AED 1,524 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease (AED 235 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Customise your flight search to find flights from Sydney 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 22 May 2026.
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Cheapest return flight

SydneyAbu Dhabi

SYD - AUH

SYDAUH

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Thu 12/11

12:00-20:30

1 stop39h 30m

Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

Mon 16/11

23:30-13:35

1 stop31h 05m

AED 3,408

SydneyAbu Dhabi

SYD - AUH

SYDAUH

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Wed 11/11

12:00-20:30

1 stop39h 30m

Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

Sun 15/11

23:30-10:00

1 stop27h 30m

AED 4,116

SydneyAbu Dhabi

SYD - AUH

SYDAUH

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Thu 12/11

14:00-03:50

2 stops20h 50m

Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

Mon 16/11

22:30-06:50

1 stop25h 20m

AED 5,611

SydneyAbu Dhabi

SYD - AUH

SYDAUH

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Mon 8/6

20:45-03:40

1 stop36h 55m

Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

Mon 29/6

05:45-06:10

1 stop18h 25m

AED 5,706

SydneyAbu Dhabi

SYD - AUH

SYDAUH

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Mon 15/6

18:15-10:55

2 stops22h 40m

Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

Sun 19/7

23:45-06:10

1 stop24h 25m

AED 6,430
Fastest return journey

SydneyAbu Dhabi

SYD - AUH

SYDAUH

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Wed 11/11

16:35-23:50

Nonstop14h 15m

Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

Sun 15/11

09:50-06:35

Nonstop13h 45m

AED 6,522

SydneyAbu Dhabi

SYD - AUH

SYDAUH

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Mon 15/6

07:00-10:55

2 stops33h 55m

Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

Fri 24/7

23:45-06:10

1 stop24h 25m

AED 6,544
Cheapest one-way

SydneyAbu Dhabi

SYD - AUH

SYDAUH

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Sun 14/6

16:10-00:50

2 stops38h 40m

AED 2,593

SydneyAbu Dhabi

SYD - AUH

SYDAUH

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Thu 2/7

13:00-03:35

2 stops20h 35m

AED 2,905

SydneyAbu Dhabi

SYD - AUH

SYDAUH

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Sun 5/7

10:15-04:15

3 stops48h 00m

AED 2,993

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Sydney to Abu Dhabi

How far ahead should I book a flight from Sydney to Abu Dhabi?

To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from Sydney to Abu Dhabi, you should look to book at least 78 days in advance of your intended travel date. The price of your flight may increase if you delay and leave booking until a week or so before departure.

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

Currently, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Sydney to Abu Dhabi (average of AED 3,551). Flying from Sydney to Abu Dhabi in December is currently the most expensive (average of AED 4,957). 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 SYD to AUH?

Find hourly flight availability from Sydney 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 22 May 2026.

Regardless of the time of day you decide to fly, the ticket price will remain around the same. Book flights from Sydney to Abu Dhabi as you normally would.

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Reviews of airlines servicing Abu Dhabi

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Abu Dhabi. Read reviews, discover amenities, and learn about the overall travel experience offered by airlines. Use this information to make informed decisions when choosing an airline for your flight to Abu Dhabi. Reviews last updated 22 May 2026.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown with Etihad Airways from Sydney to Abu Dhabi. Users can see the overall rating for each airline as well as how each is rated in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Etihad Airways
7.3
Good
1,442 reviews
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Overall

7.3

Entertainment

7.2

Crew

7.8

Boarding

7.6

Food

7.2

Comfort

7.3

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Abraham,May 2026

TLV - AUH

Huge delay no explanation, made me miss the connection. Terrible experience
Etihad Airways
7.3
Good
1,442 reviews
Etihad Airways
7.3
Good
1,442 reviews
Check prices

Overall

7.3

Entertainment

7.2

Crew

7.8

Boarding

7.6

Food

7.2

Comfort

7.3

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Abraham,May 2026

TLV - AUH

Huge delay no explanation, made me miss the connection. Terrible experience

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Sydney to Abu Dhabi. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

  • What airports do I use to fly from Sydney to Abu Dhabi?

    To fly from Sydney to Abu Dhabi, you need to book a flight from Kingsford Smith (SYD) to Zayed Intl (AUH). Nonstop flights to Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl from Sydney Kingsford Smith take 14h 25m on average. When it comes time to book airfare, you have a few options: there are 8 outbound flights from Kingsford Smith to Zayed Intl offered by 1 airline.

  • How popular is this Sydney to Abu Dhabi flight route?

    The Sydney Kingsford Smith to Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl flight path was viewed by 36 users in the past month. Keep an eye out for changes in search interest prior to high and low season.

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

    China Eastern and Qatar Airways can get you from Sydney to Abu Dhabi in just under 33h 35m. Your travel time can differ by up to 5h 55m. The distance between Sydney and Abu Dhabi is about 12052 km. This flight may include one or multiple stops.

  • What is the cheapest airline to fly from Sydney to Abu Dhabi round-trip?

    Currently priced at AED 3,803, Etihad Airways will fly you from Sydney to Abu Dhabi and back. In addition to Etihad Airways, many other airlines offer competitively priced options for your trip. Etihad Airways is currently priced 10% below the average price you’ll pay for this route.

  • What are the most reliable airlines from Sydney to Abu Dhabi?

    Consider Oman Air (82%), MEA (80%) or Condor (75%) when booking your flight. These represent the most reliable airlines when flying from Sydney to Abu Dhabi.

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

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

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Sydney 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 Sydney to Abu Dhabi?

    Currently, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Sydney to Abu Dhabi (average of AED 3,551). Flying from Sydney to Abu Dhabi in December is currently the most expensive (average of AED 4,957). 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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Etihad AirwaysCheapestAED 3,803AverageAED 5,282FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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