Flying from Dusseldorf to Abu Dhabi Zayed International Airport (AUH): What you need to know
Planning your trip begins with working out where you'll leave from in Dusseldorf. Dusseldorf Airport (DUS) is the city's main airport, so explore your options for reserving a flight from Dusseldorf to Abu Dhabi Zayed International Airport (AUH) jetting off from here.
6 hours 40 minutes is the average travel time for a direct Dusseldorf to Abu Dhabi Zayed International Airport flight.
Abu Dhabi Zayed International Airport is located in Abu Dhabi. The city follows the UTC+4 timezone and is three hours ahead of Dusseldorf.
The busiest route is from Dusseldorf Airport (DUS) to Abu Dhabi Zayed International Airport (AUH). Choose from 9 direct services each week. Etihad Airways operates a 9:50am departure between DUS and AUH.
Leave plenty of time to catch your flight from Dusseldorf to AUH. As a rule of thumb, arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
You'll want to head there even earlier during popular months like September. Aim for two hours before a domestic departure and as much as four hours for an international flight. Once you've checked in, you can use any extra time to relax or go over your itinerary.
Airports in Dusseldorf
Dusseldorf Airport (DUS)
Reach your destination without the detour from Dusseldorf Airport (DUS). Direct flights from Dusseldorf to Abu Dhabi Zayed International Airport (AUH) can be booked from here.
Etihad Airways is a well-known carrier that operates direct flights from Dusseldorf to Abu Dhabi Zayed International Airport leaving from DUS.
The airline most travellers choose when flying between DUS and AUH is Etihad Airways.
Etihad Airways sets the standard for punctuality. A reliable 90.16% of its departures on this route reach their destination on schedule.
We make it a breeze to find cheap flights from Dusseldorf to AUH with a stopover. To explore your options leaving from Dusseldorf Airport (DUS), uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, pick a flight with a stop long enough to tour your chosen city. Top stopovers between DUS and AUH include:
Frankfurt Airport (FRA)
Munich Franz Joseph Strauss Airport (MUC)
Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW)
Travelling from central Dusseldorf to DUS takes about 20 minutes by public transport. If you drive, ride-share or grab a taxi, you'll cover the 11 kilometres in 20 minutes or so, depending on traffic conditions.
Catching an early flight from Dusseldorf to Abu Dhabi Zayed International Airport? Avoid rushing to the terminal (and sneak in some extra snooze time) by picking one of these hotels close to Dusseldorf Airport:
Dusseldorf Airport gets top marks for its on-time performance. 80% of flights that take off from DUS land on time.
Dusseldorf Weeze Airport (NRN)
With public transport, you can travel from central Dusseldorf to NRN in about 2 hours. The terminal is roughly 72 kilometres away, and making the journey by car will take approximately 1 hour 5 minutes.
Start your holiday sooner with an extra night away from home. Before catching your Dusseldorf to AUH flight, stay in one of these hotels near Dusseldorf Weeze Airport:
Most flights that leave Dusseldorf Weeze Airport land at their destination right on cue. It maintains a high on-time performance rate of 85%.
About Abu Dhabi Zayed International Airport (AUH)
Consider booking a hotel close to AUH if you're catching a late flight from Dusseldorf to Abu Dhabi Zayed International Airport. Settle into one of these options and be in bed sooner:
Getting from Abu Dhabi Zayed International Airport (AUH) to central Abu Dhabi
From Abu Dhabi Zayed International Airport, central Abu Dhabi is around 32 kilometres away. It takes about 30 minutes to reach the city centre by car.
If you're using public transport, expect a journey time of about 1 hour.
How to find the cheapest flights from Dusseldorf to Abu Dhabi Zayed International Airport (AUH)
The lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Dusseldorf to Abu Dhabi Zayed International Airport is R 2,576. For a return flight on this route, the best price is R 5,637. Depending on when and how early you book, these fares could change.
To find cheap flights from Dusseldorf to AUH, book in advance. Airlines typically offer lower prices when flights first go on sale.
Affordable Dusseldorf to Abu Dhabi Zayed International Airport tickets are easier to find if you're not locked into specific dates. Try using the 'Whole month' search function to compare fares across every month and then fly out on the cheapest day.
Locking in a cheap plane ticket from Dusseldorf to AUH is easy with Price Alerts. All you need to do is create one of these automatic alerts and we'll notify you when there's a price drop.
Tailor your flights using filters. Select your ideal departure and arrival times, total journey duration and airlines. You can also sort the results by 'Cheapest,' 'Fastest' or 'Best' flights from Dusseldorf to Abu Dhabi Zayed International Airport.
The best time to fly from Dusseldorf to Abu Dhabi Zayed International Airport (AUH)
Think about the kind of experience you want when planning the timing of your trip. December is the quietest month to go to Abu Dhabi. August is when most people book flights from Dusseldorf to Abu Dhabi Zayed International Airport (AUH), which may be perfect if you enjoy travelling when it's busier.
The warmest month in Abu Dhabi is August, with temperatures ranging between 30ºC (86ºF) and 42ºC (108ºF). Book your Dusseldorf to AUH plane ticket then if you enjoy this type of weather.
If you want cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from Dusseldorf to Abu Dhabi Zayed International Airport in January when temperatures are between 14ºC (57ºF) and 25ºC (77ºF).
More about Abu Dhabi
Start your Abu Dhabi trip off on the right foot by choosing the ideal place to stay. Once you've booked your flight from Dusseldorf to Abu Dhabi Zayed International Airport, explore our selection of hotels including:
All great adventures should include a little sightseeing. Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque, Sheikh Zayed Bin Sultan Mosque and Emirates Palace are must-do's during your Abu Dhabi adventure.
Explore more of the United Arab Emirates
You've done Abu Dhabi, now it's time to discover other corners of the United Arab Emirates. Travel around 105 kilometres northeast to Dubai to check off its leading attractions. From Burj Khalifa to Dubai Opera and Dubai Gold Souk, you'll have a full itinerary ahead.
If you're eager to discover another side of the United Arab Emirates, head for Sharjah, about 129 kilometres northeast of Abu Dhabi. Rain Room, Al Noor Mosque and Adventureland are among its highlights.
