$286 Cheap Flights from London (LHR) to Abu Dhabi (AUH)

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Popular airlines from Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Abu Dhabi Intl. Airport (AUH)

Cheap Flights from London to Abu Dhabi (LHR-AUH)

Prices were available within the past 7 days and start at $286 for one-way flights and $521 for round trip, for the period specified. Prices and availability are subject to change. Additional terms apply.

Gulf Air
Wed, Oct 29 - Tue, Nov 11
LHR
London
AUH
Abu Dhabi
$521 Roundtrip, found 3 hours ago
$521
Roundtrip
found 3 hours ago
Select Gulf Air flight, departing Wed, Oct 29 from London to Abu Dhabi, returning Tue, Nov 11, priced at $521 found 3 hours ago
Gulf Air
Tue, Mar 10 - Tue, Mar 17
LHR
London
AUH
Abu Dhabi
$523 Roundtrip, found 2 days ago
$523
Roundtrip
found 2 days ago
Select Gulf Air flight, departing Tue, Mar 10 from London to Abu Dhabi, returning Tue, Mar 17, priced at $523 found 2 days ago
Gulf Air
Wed, Mar 4 - Wed, Mar 11
LHR
London
AUH
Abu Dhabi
$523 Roundtrip, found 22 hours ago
$523
Roundtrip
found 22 hours ago
Select Gulf Air flight, departing Wed, Mar 4 from London to Abu Dhabi, returning Wed, Mar 11, priced at $523 found 22 hours ago
Gulf Air
Thu, Oct 30 - Tue, Nov 11
LHR
London
AUH
Abu Dhabi
$525 Roundtrip, found 3 hours ago
$525
Roundtrip
found 3 hours ago
Select Gulf Air flight, departing Thu, Oct 30 from London to Abu Dhabi, returning Tue, Nov 11, priced at $525 found 3 hours ago
Gulf Air
Wed, Jan 14 - Mon, Feb 2
LHR
London
AUH
Abu Dhabi
$528 Roundtrip, found 16 hours ago
$528
Roundtrip
found 16 hours ago
Select Gulf Air flight, departing Wed, Jan 14 from London to Abu Dhabi, returning Mon, Feb 2, priced at $528 found 16 hours ago
Royal Jordanian
Thu, Oct 30 - Fri, Nov 14
LHR
London
AUH
Abu Dhabi
$534 Roundtrip, found 3 hours ago
$534
Roundtrip
found 3 hours ago
Select Royal Jordanian flight, departing Thu, Oct 30 from London to Abu Dhabi, returning Fri, Nov 14, priced at $534 found 3 hours ago
Aegean
Sat, Nov 1 - Thu, Nov 6
LHR
London
AUH
Abu Dhabi
$559 Roundtrip, found 1 day ago
$559
Roundtrip
found 1 day ago
Select Aegean flight, departing Sat, Nov 1 from London to Abu Dhabi, returning Thu, Nov 6, priced at $559 found 1 day ago
EGYPTAIR
Wed, Nov 19 - Wed, Nov 26
LHR
London
AUH
Abu Dhabi
$596 Roundtrip, just found
$596
Roundtrip
just found
Select EGYPTAIR flight, departing Wed, Nov 19 from London to Abu Dhabi, returning Wed, Nov 26, priced at $596 just found
Saudia
Sun, Nov 23 - Sun, Nov 30
LHR
London
AUH
Abu Dhabi
$638 Roundtrip, just found
$638
Roundtrip
just found
Select Saudia flight, departing Sun, Nov 23 from London to Abu Dhabi, returning Sun, Nov 30, priced at $638 just found
British Airways
Thu, Feb 5 - Sun, Feb 15
LHR
London
AUH
Abu Dhabi
$648 Roundtrip, found 2 hours ago
$648
Roundtrip
found 2 hours ago
Select British Airways flight, departing Thu, Feb 5 from London to Abu Dhabi, returning Sun, Feb 15, priced at $648 found 2 hours ago

Find the cheapest month to fly from London (LHR) to Abu Dhabi (AUH)

May is typically the cheapest month to fly

From $422 - $667 per traveler.

Alternative airports near Abu Dhabi

Prices were available within the past 7 days. Prices and availability are subject to change.

Select flight to Abu Dhabi Intl. AUH. Cheapest option available. Average driving time to city center is 24 minutes. Flights from $779
AUH
Abu Dhabi Intl.
Cheapest
Average driving time to city center24 min
Flights from $779
Flights from London (LHR) to Abu Dhabi (AUH)
Origin airport
Heathrow
Destination airport
Abu Dhabi Intl.
Airlines serving
Aegean, British Airways, Brussels Airlines, EGYPTAIR, Ethiopian Airlines, Etihad Airways, Gulf Air, IndiGo, Kuwait Airways, Lufthansa, Oman Air, Qatar Airways, Royal Jordanian, Saudia, Swiss International Air Lines, Turkish Airlines
Roundtrip price
$521
Distance
3427 mi
Average flight time
10 hours 2 mins

London to Abu Dhabi Flights

The cheapest times to fly from London to Abu Dhabi

On average, Thursday can be the cheapest time to fly, according to data from the Airlines Reporting Corporation (ARC), one of the world's biggest databases for global airline sales. The data reveals that you could save up to 16% by flying on a Thursday—the cheapest day to travel on average—instead of a Sunday—the most expensive. Some of the most affordable flights from London to Abu Dhabi are during the month of October. You can find some of the cheapest flights from London to Abu Dhabi with Expedia's search tool and vast selection of airlines.

 

The best time to book a flight from London to Abu Dhabi

Sunday is one of the best days to book for cheap flights from London to Abu Dhabi: Tickets reserved on a Sunday cost between 6% and 13% less than those reserved on a Friday, according to ARC data. The data also suggests booking early can also lead to cheaper airfares. You could save 24% by buying your tickets for domestic flights at least a month in advance and 10% by booking international flights 2 months in advance.

 

How to find cheap round-trip tickets from London to Abu Dhabi

Being flexible with your dates and using Expedia's Price Drop Protection and Price Tracking features are some of the best ways of finding a cheap ticket from London to Abu Dhabi in 2025. You can also book with separate airlines for your outbound and return journeys, from $286 one-way. Expedia also offers Price Drop Protection, so if the cost of your airfare goes down after booking, you'll receive a credit for the difference*. This is available for a small fee, and is free to One Key Gold and Platinum tier members.

 

Expedia's Price Tracking feature means you can stay on top of airfares without manually checking every day. It sends you automated price alerts for cheap London to Abu Dhabi flights and uses historical data to indicate when the best time to book is. Download Expedia's free app to activate this handy tool in a few easy taps.

 

You could also save big by booking one of Expedia's vacation packages. Bundling together your London to Abu Dhabi airfare with your accommodations and car rental is often cheaper than booking everything separately. There’s also One Key, Expedia's generous rewards program. Join for free and you could earn One Key cash on most bookings to save on future adventures.

 

*Terms apply.

 

Disclaimer: ARC The statistics are based on average round-trip ticket prices between January and August 2023. The percentages you see are averages.

 

Frequently asked questions

How much does a flight from Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Abu Dhabi Intl. Airport (AUH) cost?
Get a cheap one-way flight from $286 or cheap return flight from $521 from Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Abu Dhabi Intl. Airport (AUH) with Expedia. Enter your travel dates and sort by "Price (lowest to highest)" to see our cheapest flight offers on this route.
What is the cheapest month to fly from Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Abu Dhabi Intl. Airport (AUH)?
The cheapest month to fly from LHR to AUH is October, when demand is low. Off-peak months are usually when airlines offer better prices between these airports.
Which airlines fly direct from Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Abu Dhabi Intl. Airport (AUH)?
Take a nonstop flight with Etihad Airways and travel straight from Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Abu Dhabi Intl. Airport (AUH).
What is the cheapest airline that flies from Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Abu Dhabi Intl. Airport (AUH)?
British Airways and Etihad Airways are popular airlines offering competitive fares. Keep in mind that flight prices from Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Abu Dhabi Intl. Airport (AUH) can vary depending on demand, travel dates and how early you book. With Expedia's filter tool, you can easily find a LHR to AUH flight that fits your preferences and budget.
How many flights per day from Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Abu Dhabi Intl. Airport (AUH)?
When departing from Heathrow Airport (LHR), you can choose from an average of 5 daily nonstop flights to Abu Dhabi Intl. Airport (AUH).
What are the most popular departure times for flights from Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Abu Dhabi Intl. Airport (AUH)?
Flights between LHR and AUH are busiest at 9 AM. If you'd like a more relaxed experience and potentially cheaper fares, look for a time when demand is lower.
What day of the week has the most flights from LHR to AUH?
Thursday offers the most flights from Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Abu Dhabi Intl. Airport (AUH). Consider traveling on this day and you'll have a greater chance of finding a departure that fits your schedule.
What is the earliest flight from Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Abu Dhabi Intl. Airport (AUH)?
Catch the earliest flight at around 9:00AM UTC+0, heading out of Heathrow Airport (LHR). You'll be flying for about 6h 50m, landing at Abu Dhabi Intl. Airport (AUH) at approximately 7:50PM UTC+4.
How long does it take to fly from Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Abu Dhabi Intl. Airport (AUH)?
Flights from LHR to AUH have an average travel time of 6 hours and 52 minutes. The distance between these two airports is 3,400 mi.
What is the best time to fly from Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Abu Dhabi Intl. Airport (AUH)?
To reach Abu Dhabi Intl. Airport (AUH) without delays, choose a flight that leaves Heathrow Airport (LHR) before 3 PM. The likelihood of cancellations is 22% higher, on average, for departures after this time.**Most reliable time of the day and month to travel recommendation is based on January through August 2024 flight status data sourced from OAG's global flight data platform.
What airports do you fly into for Abu Dhabi from Heathrow Airport (LHR)?
If you're traveling on a direct flight from Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Abu Dhabi, Abu Dhabi Intl. Airport (AUH) is the only airport you can touch down at.
Is it cheaper to buy a plane ticket from Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Abu Dhabi Intl. Airport (AUH) last-minute?
Booking your ticket from LHR to AUH shortly before your journey is typically more expensive. But if you're flexible with your departure times and dates, you could grab a cheap last-minute fare.
Is it cheaper to book a LHR to AUH flight and hotel package?
Securing a LHR to AUH flight and hotel package is usually cheaper than booking separately. With Expedia, you can enjoy the ease of organizing your trip all in one place. Select from our wide range of hotels and then add activities, flights and car rentals to your booking. Bundle everything together, and you could save hundreds of dollars.
Can I cancel or change the date of my flight from Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Abu Dhabi Intl. Airport (AUH)?
Typically, you can modify or cancel your LHR to AUH flight. However, there may be additional fees, especially if you booked over 24 hours ago. Double-check your itinerary for the airline's policies and fees on flight changes, or if you'd like more information, head to our Customer Service portal.

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