Flying from Abu Dhabi Zayed International Airport (AUH) to London: what you need to know
Around 7 hours is how long you'll be travelling on a direct flight from Abu Dhabi Zayed International Airport to London.
London is four hours behind Abu Dhabi, where Abu Dhabi Zayed International Airport is located. London runs on the UTC+0 timezone.
The most popular route is from Abu Dhabi Zayed International Airport (AUH) to London Heathrow Airport (LHR). There are 31 weekly services between these two airports. If you want to take off as soon as possible, the earliest flight from AUH to LHR is the 02:20 Etihad Airways option. If you prefer travelling later, the last departure is at 14:20 with Etihad Airways.
To avoid missing your AUH to London flight, leave enough time to navigate the airport and find your gate. Turning up two hours ahead of international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the standard rule.
During popular months like August, you'll want to get to the airport earlier than usual. Plan to arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead of international flights when you travel during peak periods in general.
You can book a direct Abu Dhabi Zayed International Airport to London ticket. Start your journey at AUH and end it at London Heathrow Airport (LHR).
Etihad Airways is a popular carrier that operates direct flights from Abu Dhabi Zayed International Airport to London.
Stopovers are the perfect opportunity to take a break from travelling and perhaps even tick a new city off your list. When browsing for plane tickets from AUH to London, deselect the 'Direct flights only' box to see where you can visit along the way. Here are some popular options to consider:
Amsterdam Schiphol Airport (AMS)
Frankfurt Airport (FRA)
Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG)
Travelling from central Abu Dhabi to AUH takes around 1 hour by public transport. If you drive, ride-share or get a taxi, you'll cover the 27 kilometres in 30 minutes or so, depending on traffic.
Catching an early flight from Abu Dhabi Zayed International Airport to London? Avoid the last-minute rush to the airport (and sneak in some extra precious sleep) by choosing one of these stays near AUH:
75% of flights taking off from Abu Dhabi Zayed International Airport make it to their destination on time.
How to find the cheapest flights from Abu Dhabi Zayed International Airport (AUH) to London
The lowest price we've seen for a one-way Abu Dhabi Zayed International Airport to London flight is R 2,240. The cheapest price for a return flight is R 5,469. Remember fares can change due to availability at the time of booking.
Book two months before you travel. Pricing trends show that this is the ideal window for finding cheap flights from AUH to London.
Plan your trip for July. That's the best month for landing a bargain on Abu Dhabi Zayed International Airport to London tickets. If you're open to different travel dates, use the 'Whole month' tool to access the lowest price across each month.
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Airports in London
London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to the centre of London takes about 45 minutes to reach by car. The centre is roughly 24 kilometres away.
When travelling by public transport, expect a journey time of about 25 minutes.
If you're coming in on a late flight from Abu Dhabi Zayed International Airport to London, few things beat the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Pick up your bags from the carousel and then be showered and snoozing not long after at one of these accommodation options near LHR:
For the lowest price, book your vehicle from London Heathrow Airport about one week ahead of your flight from AUH to London.
London Gatwick Airport (LGW)
London Gatwick Airport (LGW) is about 48 kilometres from the centre of London. Following your flight from Abu Dhabi Zayed International Airport to London, it'll take you around 1 hour 5 minutes to reach the heart of the city in a ride-share or taxi.
If you choose to travel on public transport, the ride to the centre takes 1 hour 20 minutes or so.
After stepping off your AUH to London flight, settle in at a hotel near LGW. These are some great options that'll help you sink into relaxation mode:
Avoid potential price surges. Securing your ride three weeks before your arrival at LGW will help you save.
London Stansted Airport (STN)
London Stansted Airport (STN) is around 56 kilometres from the centre of London. It'll take you about 1 hour 5 minutes to get to the city centre in a ride-share or taxi once you've stepped off your flight from Abu Dhabi Zayed International Airport to London.
If you go by public transport, the journey time is about 45 minutes.
If you don't want to make your way to the centre, choose a hotel close to STN. Make yourself comfortable at one of these stays after your AUH to London flight:
Around four weeks before your flight from Abu Dhabi Zayed International Airport to London is a good time to book your vehicle from STN. You're likely to find a better rate or score some early bird savings.
Best time to go to London
July is the most popular month for flights from Abu Dhabi Zayed International Airport to London. To steer clear of the crowds, visit London in January.
Lock in a Abu Dhabi Zayed International Airport to London plane ticket with a departure in July if you want to visit the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures to range from 11ºC (52ºF) to 26ºC (79ºF).
Look for cheap tickets from AUH to London in January if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 0ºC (32ºF) and 9ºC (48ºF) on average.
More about London
When it comes to searching for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the top stays in London right here. Explore these options after locking in your flight from Abu Dhabi Zayed International Airport to London:
Every great journey has to include a little sightseeing. Westminster Abbey, The British Museum and Big Ben are attractions you won't want to skip in London.
Explore more of the United Kingdom
You've visited London, now it's time to explore other parts of the United Kingdom. Journey about 257 kilometres northwest to Manchester to check off its top sights. From Manchester United Museum & Stadium Tour to The Homes of Football and Museum of Science and Industry, there's plenty to keep you busy.
Birmingham is another standout destination in the United Kingdom and is around 161 kilometres northwest of London. No journey is complete without visiting Birmingham Museum & Art Gallery, Birmingham Hippodrome Theatre and Bournville Experience.
