Flying from Hamad International Airport (DOH) to Zayed International Airport (AUH): what you need to know
The average time for a direct flight from Hamad International Airport to Zayed International Airport is 1 hour 10 minutes.
Abu Dhabi's timezone is UTC+4, which makes Abu Dhabi one hour ahead of Doha.
Choose from 68 weekly Hamad International Airport to Zayed International Airport flights. The 01:40 departure with Qatar Airways is the earliest available. Etihad Airways operates the last service of the day at 22:40.
Get to the airport on time so you don't miss your DOH to AUH flight. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to prevent a last-minute sprint to your gate.
During popular months such as August, it's a good idea to get to the airport well in advance. Arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead of an international flight whenever you're travelling during a high season in general.
Qatar Airways is your gateway to discovering Abu Dhabi (and maybe even some other exciting parts of the United Arab Emirates!). Browse the direct flights from Hamad International Airport to Zayed International Airport offered by this airline.
The airline with the highest passenger demand on this route is Qatar Airways.
With an impressive 93.44% of services arriving as scheduled, Qatar Airways has the best on-time performance for DOH to AUH flights.
Consider adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Hamad International Airport to Zayed International Airport. Just uncheck 'Direct flights only' to break up your journey, or maybe even explore a new city along the way. Here's where you can stop between DOH and AUH:
Kuwait Airport
Muscat Airport
Dammam Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Hamad International Airport (DOH) to Zayed International Airport (AUH)
R 3,315 is currently the best price for a one-way Hamad International Airport to Zayed International Airport flight. A return flight starts from R 5,811. These fares can change based on availability.
Don't leave things to the last moment. You're more likely to find cheap tickets from DOH to AUH if you book ahead. Airlines often have some terrific early bird rates.
Organise your trip for May. That's the cheapest month for flights from Hamad International Airport to Zayed International Airport. If you're flexible with your travel dates, try out the 'Whole month' tool to see the cheapest airfare across every month.
Save time looking for cheap flights from DOH to AUH by setting up a Price Alert. You'll get an email or notification on the app when a new low fare is offered.
Tailor your flights using filters. Pick your arrival and departure times, total journey duration and airlines. You can also sort your results by 'Best,' 'Cheapest' or 'Fastest' flights from Hamad International Airport to Zayed International Airport.
Handy information about Hamad International Airport (DOH)
Hamad International Airport has a strong on-time performance, making delays less likely. Departures from DOH arrive on schedule 81% of the time.
Hamad International Airport is around 19 kilometres from central Doha. If you're driving, catching a taxi or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take 25 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic.
The journey on public transport takes roughly 35 minutes.
Looking for a handy hotel close to DOH? If you're boarding an early flight from Hamad International Airport to Zayed International Airport, these stays will have you sleeping moments from your departure lounge:
Arriving at Zayed International Airport (AUH)
Book a hotel close to AUH if you have a late Hamad International Airport to Zayed International Airport flight. Select one of these accommodation options and skip the long transfer after landing:
Say yes to new adventures by picking up a Zayed International Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Hertz, Alamo or Europcar and explore beyond Abu Dhabi's main sights.
Book your ride from Zayed International Airport several weeks ahead to secure the best deal. If you're going away during peak season, it's a good idea to book even earlier.
When to fly to Zayed International Airport (AUH)
The quietest month for a flight from Hamad International Airport to Zayed International Airport is May, while December is the most popular. Pick the ideal time to visit Abu Dhabi based on whether you prefer a laid-back vibe or a more bustling atmosphere.
The warmest month in Abu Dhabi is August, with the temperature ranging between 30ºC (86ºF) and 42ºC (108ºF). Lock in your flights from Hamad International Airport to Zayed International Airport in this month if you enjoy this type of weather.
Look for cheap tickets from DOH to AUH in January if you like cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 14ºC (57ºF) and 25ºC (77ºF) on average.
Explore more of the United Arab Emirates
Dubai is just one of the many cities in the United Arab Emirates waiting to be discovered after you've seen Abu Dhabi. Around 121 kilometres away to the north-east, popular attractions include Burj Khalifa, Dubai Opera and Dubai Gold Souk.
If you're eager to discover another great destination in the United Arab Emirates, consider Sharjah, roughly 145 kilometres north-east of Abu Dhabi. Rain Room, Al Noor Mosque and Adventureland are the start of reasons to visit.
