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Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from Washington D.C. to Zayed International Airport? If you want to travel next month, return fares start from R 13,090. Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.

Find the cheapest month to fly from Washington D.C. to Zayed International

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Washington D.C. to Zayed International flights are currently cheapest in May.

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Washington D.C. to Zayed International: Alternative routes

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

Washington D.C. to Abu Dhabi: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight foundR 9,049
Cheapest month to flyMay
Average flight time13 hrs, 15 mins
Most popular airlineGulf Air
Average flights per week16

Finding cheap flights from Washington D.C. to Zayed International: Frequently asked questions

The best price we found for a return flight from Washington D.C. to Zayed International is R 13,090. 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.
13 hours and 15 minutes is the average flight time from Washington D.C. to Zayed International.
Gulf Air and Etihad Airways fly direct from Washington D.C. to Zayed International.
As of April 2026, there are 16 flights per week flying from Washington D.C. to Zayed International.
The cheapest month to fly from Washington D.C. to Zayed International is usually May.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it is currently cheapest to fly from Washington D.C. to Zayed International Airport on Sunday, 3 May 2026.
Yes – the average flight time is 13 hours and 15 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.

Flying from Washington DC to Abu Dhabi Zayed International Airport (AUH): What you need to know

  • Washington DC's main base, Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD), is where new adventures begin. Explore the departure options from here when planning your flight from Washington DC to Abu Dhabi Zayed International Airport (AUH).

  • Abu Dhabi Zayed International Airport is located in Abu Dhabi. The city follows the UTC+4 timezone and is nine hours ahead of Washington DC.

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

  • Getting on a plane during a peak month like April? High seasons (like Thanksgiving, Christmas and spring break) can easily add another hour at security. Be extra safe and arrive up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours before domestic departures.

Airports in Washington DC

Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport (DCA)

  • A stopover is the ideal opportunity to break up your journey and maybe even explore another city. When searching for cheap flights from Washington DC to AUH departing from Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport (DCA), uncheck the 'Direct flights only' box to get ideas for where to visit along the way. Popular options include:

    • Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD)

    • New York John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK)

    • Toronto Pearson International Airport (YYZ)

  • Located around 6 kilometres from central Washington DC, DCA can be reached in about 10 minutes by car, depending on traffic. The journey by public transport is roughly 25 minutes.

  • In search of a comfortable hotel close to Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport? If you're catching an early flight from Washington DC to Abu Dhabi Zayed International Airport, these stays will have you sleeping just around the corner from the terminal:

  • When it comes to the on-time performance of Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport, data shows 76% of flights arrive within the expected time frame.

  • The address for DCA is 1 Aviation Circle.

Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD)

  • You can book a direct Washington DC to Abu Dhabi Zayed International Airport (AUH) plane ticket with departures from Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD). See if flying from IAD works better for your plans.

  • From IAD, direct flights from Washington DC to AUH are offered by Etihad Airways.

  • Etihad Airways is the top choice for passengers flying from IAD to AUH.

  • Etihad Airways is the most punctual carrier flying between Washington Dulles International Airport and Abu Dhabi Zayed International Airport, with 73.33% of its services arriving as planned.

  • Split up your flight from Washington DC to Abu Dhabi Zayed International Airport with a stop so you can recharge or cross a new place off your list. Some popular stopovers between Washington Dulles International Airport and AUH include:

    • Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG)

    • Doha Hamad International Airport (DOH)

    • Cairo International Airport (CAI)

  • With public transport, you can travel from central Washington DC to IAD in around 1 hour 10 minutes. The terminal is roughly 40 kilometres away, and getting there by car will take approximately 45 minutes.

  • Want to enjoy an extra night away before your Washington DC to AUH flight? Relax in a hotel near Washington Dulles International Airport before your break officially starts. These stays have a room with your name on it:

  • Washington Dulles International Airport has an on-time performance rate of 74%. This figure reflects how often flights that take off from this airport make it to their destination on time.

  • The street address for IAD is 1 Saarinen Circle.

Baltimore Washington International Airport (BWI)

  • You can book a plane ticket from Washington DC to Abu Dhabi Zayed International Airport (AUH) with a stop or two leaving from Baltimore Washington International Airport (BWI). These are some of the most common stopovers between BWI and AUH:

    • Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD)

    • London Heathrow Airport (LHR)

    • New York John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK)

  • BWI is roughly 48 kilometres from central Washington DC. Driving from the city centre to the airport takes about 40 minutes. If you're considering public transport, you can expect a journey of around 50 minutes.

  • Make catching an early Washington DC to Abu Dhabi Zayed International Airport flight one of the easiest parts of your trip. Book a room at one of these hotels close to Baltimore Washington International Airport and get to the check-in counter feeling relaxed and unhurried:

  • The on-time performance record of BWI is 77%. To put it simply, that's how frequently flights from this airport arrive at their destination as planned.

About Abu Dhabi Zayed International Airport (AUH)

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 get to the city centre by car.

  • Travelling on public transport will take you roughly 1 hour.

How to find the cheapest flights from Washington DC to Abu Dhabi Zayed International Airport (AUH)

  • The cheapest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Washington DC to Abu Dhabi Zayed International Airport is R 9,049. For a return flight on this route, the best price is R 13,090. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares may change.

  • Book eight months before you want to fly. Pricing trends suggest that this is the ideal window for finding cheap flights from Washington DC to AUH.

  • The best month for landing cheap Washington DC to Abu Dhabi Zayed International Airport tickets is January. Use the 'Whole month' tool to compare prices, then choose the dates with the lowest fares.

  • Locking in a cheap plane ticket from Washington DC to AUH is a piece of cake with Price Alerts. Simply create one of these automatic alerts and we'll notify you as soon as prices go down.

  • Bag the best deal on a flight from Washington DC to Abu Dhabi Zayed International Airport with the help of the filters. Pick your ideal departure and arrival times, number of stops and airlines. You can also sort your results by 'Best,' 'Fastest' or 'Cheapest.'

The best time to fly from Washington DC to Abu Dhabi Zayed International Airport (AUH)

  • March is the most popular month for flights from Washington DC to Abu Dhabi Zayed International Airport (AUH). Plan your visit to Abu Dhabi in May if you'd rather avoid peak season.

  • The warmest month in Abu Dhabi is July, with temperatures ranging between 29ºC (84ºF) and 43ºC (109ºF). Book your Washington DC to AUH plane ticket then if this is the type of weather you enjoy.

  • January sees temperatures of between 14ºC (57ºF) and 25ºC (77ºF). Search for cheap tickets from Washington DC to Abu Dhabi Zayed International Airport around that time if you want to travel in cooler conditions.

More about Abu Dhabi

  • Start your Abu Dhabi trip right by choosing the ideal place to stay. After booking your flight from Washington DC to Abu Dhabi Zayed International Airport, browse our selection of accommodation options including:

  • Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque and Sheikh Zayed Bin Sultan Mosque are just a couple of the popular attractions to add to your Abu Dhabi to-do list. Keep the adventure rolling by checking out Emirates Palace.

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 105 kilometres away to the northeast, popular attractions include Burj Khalifa View, Burj Khalifa and Burj Khalifa Viewpoint.

  • Around 129 kilometres northeast of Abu Dhabi, Sharjah is another favourite stop in the United Arab Emirates. Start your sightseeing at Rain Room, Al Noor Mosque and Adventureland.

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