Travelling from Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport (FCO) to Abu Dhabi International Airport (AUH): what you need to know
Around 6 hours 15 minutes is how long you'll be travelling on a direct flight from Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport to Abu Dhabi International Airport.
The timezone in Abu Dhabi is UTC+4, which is three hours ahead of Rome.
Every week, there are 56 Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport to Abu Dhabi International Airport flights. If you'd like to get going as early as possible, select the 09:55 Etihad Airways flight. If you're eager to make the most of your day before flying, the last flight is at 22:35 with Etihad Airways.
To ensure you catch your FCO to AUH flight, leave plenty of time to check in and drop off your luggage. Turning up two hours ahead of international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the general travel rule.
During popular months like August, it's best to get to the airport even earlier. Arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead of an international flight whenever you're flying during peak periods in general.
Wizz Air Abu Dhabi has direct flights from Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport to Abu Dhabi International Airport. Book with this popular carrier, then get ready to see the sights in Abu Dhabi — and maybe even more of United Arab Emirates if time allows.
The airline with the highest number of bookings on this route is Wizz Air Abu Dhabi.
Etihad Airways stands out as the most punctual carrier for FCO to AUH flights, with 94.69% of services reaching their destination on schedule.
If you want to add a stop to your trip, just deselect 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport to Abu Dhabi International Airport. These are the most popular stopovers between FCO and AUH:
Cairo International Airport
Hamad International Airport
Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport (FCO) to Abu Dhabi International Airport (AUH)
R 1,379 is currently the best price for a one-way Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport to Abu Dhabi International Airport flight. Return flights start from R 2,880. These fares can change depending on availability and demand.
Score cheap tickets from FCO to AUH by booking six months ahead. According to our research, that's the sweet spot for finding a bargain.
Schedule your trip for May. That's the cheapest month for flights from Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport to Abu Dhabi International Airport. If you're flexible with your travel dates, use the 'Whole month' tool to see the lowest airfare across each month.
Stay on top of deals for cheap flights from FCO to AUH by creating a Price Alert. You'll get an email or push notification on the app when a special offer becomes available.
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Handy information about Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport (FCO)
Of all flights departing from Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport, 70.57% arrive on time at their destination.
To reach Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport from central Rome, it takes around 40 minutes by car. Of course, this depends on traffic. It's approximately 32 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
The trip on public transport typically takes 50 minutes.
Booked an early flight from Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport to Abu Dhabi International Airport? Avoid the stress of rushing to the airport (and sneak in some extra snooze time) by picking one of these hotels close to FCO:
Arriving at Abu Dhabi International Airport (AUH)
Consider booking a hotel near AUH if you're on a late Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport to Abu Dhabi International Airport flight. Choose one of these options and skip the long transfer after landing:
Pick up an Abu Dhabi International Airport rental car and explore Abu Dhabi and beyond with your own wheels. Hertz, Alamo and Europcar are popular outlets to choose from here.
To lock in the best rate, book your ride from Abu Dhabi International Airport a few weeks in advance. Prices usually increase closer to your departure date.
Getting from Abu Dhabi International Airport (AUH) to central Abu Dhabi
From Abu Dhabi International Airport, Abu Dhabi is approximately 32 kilometres away. It takes around 25 minutes to reach the centre driving.
If you're travelling by public transport, expect a journey of around 1 hour 30 minutes.
When to fly to Abu Dhabi International Airport (AUH)
It's time to pick your dates for your flight from Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport to Abu Dhabi International Airport. February is the busiest month to head to Abu Dhabi. If you're after a more low-key vibe, go in April.
The warmest month in Abu Dhabi is July, with the temperature ranging between 29ºC (84ºF) and 43ºC (109ºF). Lock in your flights from Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport to Abu Dhabi International Airport in this month if you enjoy this type of weather.
January has average temperatures of between 14ºC (57ºF) and 25ºC (77ºF). Look for cheap tickets from FCO to AUH around that time if you'd rather travel in cooler conditions.
Explore more of United Arab Emirates
Abu Dhabi has loads to offer, but there are so many other corners of United Arab Emirates just waiting to be explored. About 121 kilometres north-east of Abu Dhabi, a visit to Dubai will keep you busy. Start with attractions like Burj Khalifa, The Dubai Mall Heart and Desert safari tourism.
Sharjah is another well-known destination in United Arab Emirates and is around 145 kilometres north-east of Abu Dhabi. No trip is complete without visiting Al majaz waterfront, Petrofac and Al Montazah Park.