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Cheap flights from Sydney to Abu Dhabi from AED 1,961

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 31/7. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SYD — AUH
29 May — 5 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 47 days in advance, depart on a Thursday or Sunday 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 29 April 2026.

Fri 12/620:30
SYD
-
AUH
1 stop30h 00m
China Eastern
Fri 19/623:20
AUH
-
SYD
1 stop27h 40m
China Eastern
Deal found 28/4AED 2,908
Wed 10/611:00
SYD
-
AUH
1 stop39h 30m
China Eastern
Wed 17/623:20
AUH
-
SYD
1 stop27h 40m
China Eastern
Deal found 26/4AED 3,121
Wed 17/620:30
SYD
-
AUH
1 stop30h 00m
China Eastern
Sun 21/623:20
AUH
-
SYD
1 stop27h 40m
China Eastern
Deal found 28/4AED 3,371
Thu 19/1112:00
SYD
-
AUH
1 stop39h 30m
China Eastern
Tue 23/223:30
AUH
-
SYD
1 stop27h 30m
China Eastern
Deal found 25/4AED 3,423
Fri 20/1112:00
SYD
-
AUH
1 stop39h 30m
China Eastern
Tue 23/223:30
AUH
-
SYD
1 stop27h 30m
China Eastern
Deal found 25/4AED 3,632
Wed 10/611:00
SYD
-
AUH
1 stop39h 30m
Multiple Airlines
Tue 16/600:15
AUH
-
SYD
2 stops36h 10m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 26/4AED 3,852

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 29 April 2026.

Round-trip from

AED 2,908

One-way from

AED 1,961

Popular in

January

Cheapest in

May

Average price

AED 4,065
China Eastern
  • China Eastern
  • 12/6-19/6
  • 2 total stops
  • 57h 40m total
  • Sydney to Abu Dhabi
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31/7
  • 31/7
  • 2 total stops
  • 21h 05m total
  • Sydney to Abu Dhabi
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 9% potential increase in price (AED 1,671 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease (AED 243 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 29 April 2026.
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Cheapest return flight

SydneyAbu Dhabi

SYD - AUH

SYDAUH

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Wed 17/6

20:30-20:30

1 stop30h 00m

Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

Sun 21/6

23:20-09:00

1 stop27h 40m

AED 3,378
Fastest return journey

SydneyAbu Dhabi

SYD - AUH

SYDAUH

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Wed 17/6

15:40-00:05

Nonstop14h 25m

Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

Sun 21/6

10:25-06:10

Nonstop13h 45m

AED 4,858

SydneyAbu Dhabi

SYD - AUH

SYDAUH

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Mon 8/6

07:20-00:25

3 stops47h 05m

Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

Sun 28/6

01:30-19:10

2 stops35h 40m

AED 6,768

SydneyAbu Dhabi

SYD - AUH

SYDAUH

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Mon 8/6

22:10-00:25

2 stops32h 15m

Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

Sun 28/6

01:30-19:10

2 stops35h 40m

AED 6,874
Cheapest one-way

SydneyAbu Dhabi

SYD - AUH

SYDAUH

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Sat 25/7

11:00-20:30

1 stop39h 30m

AED 1,965

SydneyAbu Dhabi

SYD - AUH

SYDAUH

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Sat 20/6

10:00-20:30

3 stops40h 30m

AED 2,090

SydneyAbu Dhabi

SYD - AUH

SYDAUH

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Sat 1/8

10:00-20:30

3 stops40h 30m

AED 2,380

SydneyAbu Dhabi

SYD - AUH

SYDAUH

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Fri 15/5

20:35-04:15

2 stops37h 40m

AED 2,527

SydneyAbu Dhabi

SYD - AUH

SYDAUH

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Tue 28/7

07:00-04:15

3 stops27h 15m

AED 2,538
Fastest single journey

SydneyAbu Dhabi

SYD - AUH

SYDAUH

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Sat 23/5

13:00-00:20

1 stop17h 20m

AED 3,033

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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 46 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 3,467). Flying from Sydney to Abu Dhabi in January is currently the most expensive (average of AED 4,928). 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 29 April 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.

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

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 29 April 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
1,434 reviews
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Overall

7.3

Entertainment

7.2

Crew

7.8

Food

7.2

Comfort

7.3

Boarding

7.6

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Apr 2026

TRV - AUH

I liked the choice of food. The passenger next to me was continuously asking for wine to drink and thus was drunk which was uncomfortable.
Etihad Airways
7.3
Good
1,434 reviews
Etihad Airways
7.3
Good
1,434 reviews
Check prices

Overall

7.3

Entertainment

7.2

Crew

7.8

Food

7.2

Comfort

7.3

Boarding

7.6

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Apr 2026

TRV - AUH

I liked the choice of food. The passenger next to me was continuously asking for wine to drink and thus was drunk which was uncomfortable.

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 38 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 Etihad Airways can get you from Sydney to Abu Dhabi in just under 14h 25m. Your travel time can differ by up to 15h 35m. 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 3,727, 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 11% below the average price you’ll pay for this route.

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

    Consider Oman Air (62%), MEA (62%) or Gulf Air (60%) 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 3,467). Flying from Sydney to Abu Dhabi in January is currently the most expensive (average of AED 4,928). 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 3,727AverageAED 5,282FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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