How long is the flight from Abu Dhabi to California?

Departing from Abu Dhabi to California will take you 20h 50m. Airlines will cover a distance of 13098 km. This flight may include one or multiple stops.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in California ranges from 0.0 - 87.0 inches per month. February is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 87.0 mm. July is typically the driest time to visit California when rainfall is around 0.0 mm.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to California, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, July is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 23.0 C. Travellers hoping to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 14.0 C).

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

The most popular route from Abu Dhabi to California is Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl - Los Angeles. You may also consider Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl - Hollywood Burbank or Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl - Ontario.

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

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

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

Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl (AUH) is the airport you will fly out of if you book a flight from Abu Dhabi to California. It is only a 28.0 km journey to Zayed Intl (AUH) from Abu Dhabi’s city centre.

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

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

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Average price	AED 4,722

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Los Angeles

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AED 2,699

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

Currently, March is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Abu Dhabi to California (average of AED 4,032). Flying from Abu Dhabi to California in August is currently the most expensive (average of AED 6,228). 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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Anonymous,Oct 2026

DOH - DFW

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7.4

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DOH - DFW

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What airport do you fly from for flights from Abu Dhabi to California?
Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl (AUH) is the airport you will fly out of if you book a flight from Abu Dhabi to California. It is only a 28.0 km journey to Zayed Intl (AUH) from Abu Dhabi’s city centre.
How long is the flight from Abu Dhabi to California?
Departing from Abu Dhabi to California will take you 20h 50m. Airlines will cover a distance of 13098 km. This flight may include one or multiple stops.
What are the most popular routes from Abu Dhabi to California?
The most popular route from Abu Dhabi to California is Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl - Los Angeles. You may also consider Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl - Hollywood Burbank or Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl - Ontario.
Can I find deals for flights from Abu Dhabi to California that include hotel bookings?
Yes. In addition to deals on Abu Dhabi to California flights, Cheapflights offers holiday packages that include both flights and hotel.
How can I find direct flights from Abu Dhabi to California?
After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from Abu Dhabi to California.
Can I find deals for business class flights from Abu Dhabi to California?
Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Abu Dhabi to California 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 Abu Dhabi to California?
Currently, March is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Abu Dhabi to California (average of AED 4,032). Flying from Abu Dhabi to California in August is currently the most expensive (average of AED 6,228). 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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