How often are flights from Abu Dhabi to Salalah delayed?

About 9% of weekly flights between Abu Dhabi and Salalah have experienced delays in the past year, with the average delay time being 108 minutes.

What day of the week experiences the fewest flight delays on this route?

Tuesday tends to have the lowest number of delays on this route, whereas Saturday has historically faced a higher average of delays compared to other days of the week.

Which airline has the best punctuality record on Abu Dhabi to Salalah flights?

Over the past year, Air Arabia have had the lowest number of delays on this route, with just 7% of flights being delayed.

What is the most punctual flight time for Abu Dhabi to Salalah flights?

Historically, flights departing in the evening are less likely to be delayed, whereas flights leaving in the early afternoon tend to experience delays more often.

How popular is this Abu Dhabi to Salalah flight route?

The Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl to Salalah flight path was viewed by 114 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 Abu Dhabi to Salalah?

There are many flights that can get you from Abu Dhabi to Salalah in 1h 50m. Fly via Etihad Airways or Qatar Airways to get the fastest option. Abu Dhabi and Salalah are separated by a distance of 824 km. Both multi-stop and direct flights can be found to your destination and back.

What are the cheapest airlines flying from Abu Dhabi to Salalah round-trip?

Air Arabia Abu Dhabi, at AED 227, was found to be the cheapest airline from Abu Dhabi to Salalah.Alternate airlines to your destination round-trip include Etihad Airways and Qatar Airways. Air Arabia Abu Dhabi is currently priced 70% below the average price you’ll pay for this route.

What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Abu Dhabi to Salalah one-way?

The cheapet airlines for a one-way flight from Abu Dhabi to Salalah are Air Arabia Abu Dhabi (AED 150), Etihad Airways (AED 218), and Qatar Airways (AED 479).

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Salalah ranges from 1.0 - 26.0 inches per month. July is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 26.0 mm. January is typically the driest time to visit Salalah when rainfall is around 1.0 mm.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Salalah, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, June is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 29.0 C. Travellers hoping to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 22.0 C).

What are the cheapest flights from Abu Dhabi to Salalah?

While on average a flight from Abu Dhabi to Salalah is generally AED 447, our data shows the cheapest flight currently is AED 195. When looking at the most popular route, (Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl - Salalah), you can expect to pay AED 411 for that flight.

What airports do I use to fly from Abu Dhabi to Salalah?

If you wish to fly to Salalah from Abu Dhabi, then you need to book flights from Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl to Salalah. There is 1 flight from Zayed Intl (AUH) to Salalah (SLL) per day to choose from. Flights to Salalah from Zayed Intl are available from 3 different airlines, which means you should have some options if you want to compare airfare deals. 1h 50m is how long a nonstop flight from Abu Dhabi to Salalah typically takes.

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

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

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07:50-09:40

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Wed 31/12

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Wed 9/12

07:50-09:40

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Wed 31/12

00:00-00:00

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Mon 26/10

20:30-22:20

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23:25-01:05

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Sat 12/12

02:05-10:05

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AED 933

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

Currently, October is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Abu Dhabi to Salalah (average of AED 481). Flying from Abu Dhabi to Salalah in May is currently the most expensive (average of AED 988). 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 AUH to SLL?

Unlike in the afternoon, when flights are generally more expensive, you can save up to 59% on flights from Abu Dhabi to Salalah by exploring options for tickets in the evening.

How much does it cost for a return flight from Abu Dhabi to Salalah?

Airfare is typical for this route at the moment.

Abu Dhabi to Salalah flights typically cost between AED 382 and AED 566 in December.
The cheapest return price found within the last 5 days was AED 400 on Air Arabia Abu Dhabi (11 Dec–18 Dec).

Reviews of airlines servicing Salalah

See what other customers who have flown with Qatar Airways and Etihad Airways from Abu Dhabi to Salalah have to say. You can also see how each airline compares in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

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What airports do I use to fly from Abu Dhabi to Salalah?
If you wish to fly to Salalah from Abu Dhabi, then you need to book flights from Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl to Salalah. There is 1 flight from Zayed Intl (AUH) to Salalah (SLL) per day to choose from. Flights to Salalah from Zayed Intl are available from 3 different airlines, which means you should have some options if you want to compare airfare deals. 1h 50m is how long a nonstop flight from Abu Dhabi to Salalah typically takes.
How popular is this Abu Dhabi to Salalah flight route?
The Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl to Salalah flight path was viewed by 114 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 Abu Dhabi to Salalah?
There are many flights that can get you from Abu Dhabi to Salalah in 1h 50m. Fly via Etihad Airways or Qatar Airways to get the fastest option. Abu Dhabi and Salalah are separated by a distance of 824 km. Both multi-stop and direct flights can be found to your destination and back.
What are the cheapest airlines flying from Abu Dhabi to Salalah round-trip?
Air Arabia Abu Dhabi, at AED 227, was found to be the cheapest airline from Abu Dhabi to Salalah.Alternate airlines to your destination round-trip include Etihad Airways and Qatar Airways. Air Arabia Abu Dhabi is currently priced 70% below the average price you’ll pay for this route.
What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Abu Dhabi to Salalah one-way?
The cheapet airlines for a one-way flight from Abu Dhabi to Salalah are Air Arabia Abu Dhabi (AED 150), Etihad Airways (AED 218), and Qatar Airways (AED 479).
What are the cheapest flights from Abu Dhabi to Salalah?
While on average a flight from Abu Dhabi to Salalah is generally AED 447, our data shows the cheapest flight currently is AED 195. When looking at the most popular route, (Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl - Salalah), you can expect to pay AED 411 for that flight.
Can I find deals for flights from Abu Dhabi to Salalah that include hotel bookings?
Yes. In addition to deals on Abu Dhabi to Salalah flights, Cheapflights offers holiday packages that include both flights and hotel.
How can I find direct flights from Abu Dhabi to Salalah?
After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from Abu Dhabi to Salalah.
Can I find deals for business class flights from Abu Dhabi to Salalah?
Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Abu Dhabi to Salalah 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 Salalah?
Currently, October is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Abu Dhabi to Salalah (average of AED 481). Flying from Abu Dhabi to Salalah in May is currently the most expensive (average of AED 988). 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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Unlike in the afternoon, when flights are generally more expensive, you can save up to 59% on flights from Abu Dhabi to Salalah by exploring options for tickets in the evening.

How much does it cost for a return flight from Abu Dhabi to Salalah?

Airfare is typical for this route at the moment.

Abu Dhabi to Salalah flights typically cost between AED 382 and AED 566 in December.The cheapest return price found within the last 5 days was AED 400 on Air Arabia Abu Dhabi (11 Dec–18 Dec).

How often are flights from Abu Dhabi to Salalah delayed?

About 9% of weekly flights between Abu Dhabi and Salalah have experienced delays in the past year, with the average delay time being 108 minutes.

What is the most punctual flight time for Abu Dhabi to Salalah flights?

Historically, flights departing in the evening are less likely to be delayed, whereas flights leaving in the early afternoon tend to experience delays more often.

What day of the week experiences the fewest flight delays on this route?

Tuesday tends to have the lowest number of delays on this route, whereas Saturday has historically faced a higher average of delays compared to other days of the week.

Which airline has the best punctuality record on Abu Dhabi to Salalah flights?

Over the past year, Air Arabia have had the lowest number of delays on this route, with just 7% of flights being delayed.

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Abu Dhabi to Salalah flights typically cost between AED 382 and AED 566 in December.
The cheapest return price found within the last 5 days was AED 400 on Air Arabia Abu Dhabi (11 Dec–18 Dec).