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Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from Manchester Airport to Zayed International Airport? If you want to travel next month, return fares start from R 6,341. Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.
Abu Dhabi.R 2,089 per passenger.Departing Tue, 17 Nov.One-way flight with Ryanair.Outbound indirect flight with Ryanair, departs from Manchester on Tue, 17 Nov, arriving in Zayed International.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 2,089, select.
Abu Dhabi.R 2,519 per passenger.Departing Mon, 11 Jan.One-way flight with Ryanair.Outbound indirect flight with Ryanair, departs from Manchester on Mon, 11 Jan, arriving in Zayed International.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 2,519, select.
Abu Dhabi.R 2,568 per passenger.Departing Fri, 5 Feb.One-way flight with Ryanair.Outbound indirect flight with Ryanair, departs from Manchester on Fri, 5 Feb, arriving in Zayed International.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 2,568, select.
Abu Dhabi.R 2,929 per passenger.Departing Tue, 1 Dec.One-way flight with Ryanair.Outbound indirect flight with Ryanair, departs from Manchester on Tue, 1 Dec, arriving in Zayed International.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 2,929, select.
Abu Dhabi.R 2,949 per passenger.Departing Wed, 10 Mar.One-way flight with Pegasus Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Pegasus Airlines, departs from Manchester on Wed, 10 Mar, arriving in Zayed International.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 2,949, select.
Abu Dhabi.R 3,105 per passenger.Departing Wed, 30 Sep.One-way flight with Ryanair.Outbound indirect flight with Ryanair, departs from Manchester on Wed, 30 Sep, arriving in Zayed International.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 3,105, select.
Abu Dhabi.R 3,171 per passenger.Departing Wed, 8 Jul.One-way flight with Ryanair.Outbound indirect flight with Ryanair, departs from Manchester on Wed, 8 Jul, arriving in Zayed International.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 3,171, select.
Abu Dhabi.R 3,283 per passenger.Departing Tue, 27 Oct.One-way flight with Ryanair.Outbound indirect flight with Ryanair, departs from Manchester on Tue, 27 Oct, arriving in Zayed International.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 3,283, select.
Abu Dhabi.R 3,323 per passenger.Departing Thu, 20 Aug.One-way flight with Corendon Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Corendon Airlines, departs from Manchester on Thu, 20 Aug, arriving in Zayed International.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 3,323, select.
Abu Dhabi.R 4,235 per passenger.Departing Mon, 3 May.One-way flight with Ryanair.Outbound indirect flight with Ryanair, departs from Manchester on Mon, 3 May, arriving in Zayed International.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 4,235, select.
Abu Dhabi.R 5,236 per passenger.Departing Mon, 29 Jun.One-way flight with Jet2.Outbound indirect flight with Jet2, departs from Manchester on Mon, 29 Jun, arriving in Zayed International.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 5,236, select.
Abu Dhabi.R 5,364 per passenger.Departing Mon, 12 Apr.One-way flight with easyJet.Outbound indirect flight with easyJet, departs from Manchester on Mon, 12 Apr, arriving in Zayed International.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 5,364, select.
Abu Dhabi.R 8,229 per passenger.Departing Thu, 3 Jun.One-way flight with Qatar Airways.Outbound indirect flight with Qatar Airways, departs from Manchester on Thu, 3 Jun, arriving in Zayed International.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 8,229, select.
Abu Dhabi.R 10,381 per passenger.Departing Wed, 20 Jan.One-way flight with Etihad Airways.Outbound direct flight with Etihad Airways departs from Manchester on Wed, 20 Jan, arriving in Zayed International.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 10,381, select.
Abu Dhabi.R 10,381 per passenger.Departing Tue, 10 Nov.One-way flight with Etihad Airways.Outbound direct flight with Etihad Airways departs from Manchester on Tue, 10 Nov, arriving in Zayed International.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 10,381, select.
Abu Dhabi.R 10,384 per passenger.Departing Mon, 1 Feb.One-way flight with Etihad Airways.Outbound direct flight with Etihad Airways departs from Manchester on Mon, 1 Feb, arriving in Zayed International.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 10,384, select.

Find the cheapest month to fly from Manchester to Zayed International

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Manchester to Zayed International flights are currently cheapest in November.
Jun
from R 5,236
Jul
from R 3,171
Aug
from R 3,323
Sep
from R 3,105
Oct
from R 3,283
Nov
from R 2,089
Dec
from R 2,929
Jan
from R 2,519
Feb
from R 2,568
Mar
from R 2,949
Apr
from R 5,364
May
from R 4,235

Direct flights from Manchester to Zayed International

Manchester to Zayed International: Alternative routes

Compare routes from Manchester to Abu Dhabi below. You may find an airport to fly into that's cheaper, faster, or easier than Zayed International.

Zayed International

18km from central Abu Dhabi
ClosestCheapest
from R 2,089
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Dubai Al Maktoum International

88km from central Abu Dhabi
from R 3,583
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Manchester to Abu Dhabi: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight foundR 2,089
Cheapest month to flyNovember
Average flight time7 hrs, 6 mins
Most popular airlineEtihad Airways
Average flights per week52

Finding cheap flights from Manchester to Zayed International: Frequently asked questions

The best price we found for a return flight from Manchester to Zayed International is R 4,548. This is an estimate based on information collected from different airlines and travel providers over the last 4 days and is subject to change and availability.
7 hours and 6 minutes is the average flight time from Manchester to Zayed International.
Etihad Airways, Air New Zealand and Garuda Indonesia fly direct from Manchester to Zayed International.
As of June 2026, there are 52 flights per week flying from Manchester to Zayed International.
The cheapest month to fly from Manchester to Zayed International is usually November.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Manchester Airport to Zayed International Airport on Monday, 30 November 2026.
Yes – the average flight time is 7 hours and 6 minutes.
We show every price from over 1,200 airlines and travel agents, comparing them all so you don’t have to. If you know you want to fly to Zayed International but you’re not ready to book, set up a Price Alert. We’ll track prices for you, and let you know when they rise or fall.

We crunched all the numbers in our flight calendar and it looks like the cheapest time to book a flight to Abu Dhabi is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.

Currently, Ryanair and Etihad Airways offer the cheapest flight tickets to Zayed International.

Travelling from Manchester Airport (MAN) to Zayed International Airport (AUH): what you need to know

  • The average length of a direct flight from Manchester Airport to Zayed International Airport is 7 hours 5 minutes.

  • The timezone in Abu Dhabi is UTC+4, which is four hours ahead of Manchester.

  • Every week, there are 15 Manchester Airport to Zayed International Airport flights. If you prefer to take off as soon as possible, select the 08:25 Etihad Airways flight. If you'd rather make the most of your time before flying, the latest flight is at 20:40 with Etihad Airways.

  • Your MAN to AUH flight won't wait if you're running late, so get to the airport on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead for international travel.

  • During popular months like August, you'll want to get to the airport earlier than normal. Arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead for an international flight when you fly during a high season in general.

  • Etihad Airways offers direct flights from Manchester Airport to Zayed International Airport. Book with this popular airline, then get ready to check out the sights in Abu Dhabi — and maybe even more of the United Arab Emirates if your schedule allows.

  • The majority of travellers choose to travel with Etihad Airways on this route.

  • Etihad Airways is the most punctual carrier offering MAN to AUH flights.

  • Think about adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Manchester Airport to Zayed International Airport. Just deselect 'Direct flights only' to break up your trip, or visit a new city along the way. Check out these options between MAN and AUH:

    • London Heathrow Airport

    • Amsterdam Schiphol Airport

    • Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport

Handy information about Manchester Airport (MAN)

  • When it comes to the on-time performance of Manchester Airport, data shows 65% of flights arrive within the scheduled timeframe.

  • To get to Manchester Airport from central Manchester, it'll take around 25 minutes if you're going by car. Of course, this depends on traffic conditions. It's approximately 14 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.

  • Expect a trip time of roughly 20 minutes when using public transport.

  • Get your trip off to a stress-free start by staying near MAN. Whether you've booked an early flight from Manchester Airport to Zayed International Airport or want to avoid feeling rushed, these hotels are the answer:

Arriving at Zayed International Airport (AUH)

When to fly to Zayed International Airport (AUH)

  • December is the busiest month for flights from Manchester Airport to Zayed International Airport. To avoid the crowds, travel to Abu Dhabi in May.

  • Lock in your flight from Manchester Airport to Zayed International Airport for August if you'd like to visit Abu Dhabi during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures of between 30ºC (86ºF) and 42ºC (108ºF).

  • January sees average temperatures of between 14ºC (57ºF) and 25ºC (77ºF). Look for cheap tickets from MAN to AUH sometime then if you like cooler conditions.

Explore more of the United Arab Emirates

  • You've done Abu Dhabi, now it's time to discover more of the United Arab Emirates. Journey about 121 kilometres north-east to Dubai to tick off its popular sights. From Burj Khalifa to Dubai Opera and Dubai Gold Souk, there's plenty to keep you busy.

  • If you're interested in discovering another major destination in the United Arab Emirates, head for Sharjah, roughly 145 kilometres north-east of Abu Dhabi. Rain Room, Al Noor Mosque and Adventureland are among its highlights.

Plan the rest of your trip from Manchester to Abu Dhabi

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