$450 Cheap Flights from New York (JFK) to Abu Dhabi (AUH)

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Cheap Flights from New York to Abu Dhabi (JFK-AUH)

Prices were available within the past 7 days and start at $450 for one-way flights and $600 for round trip, for the period specified. Prices and availability are subject to change. Additional terms apply.

Royal Jordanian
Sat, Nov 1 - Thu, Nov 6
JFK
New York
AUH
Abu Dhabi
$600 Roundtrip, found 10 hours ago
$600
Roundtrip
found 10 hours ago
Select Royal Jordanian flight, departing Sat, Nov 1 from New York to Abu Dhabi, returning Thu, Nov 6, priced at $600 found 10 hours ago
Royal Jordanian
Thu, Oct 30 - Sat, Nov 1
JFK
New York
AUH
Abu Dhabi
$675 Roundtrip, found 10 hours ago
$675
Roundtrip
found 10 hours ago
Select Royal Jordanian flight, departing Thu, Oct 30 from New York to Abu Dhabi, returning Sat, Nov 1, priced at $675 found 10 hours ago
Royal Jordanian
Sat, Jan 3 - Thu, Jan 15
JFK
New York
AUH
Abu Dhabi
$676 Roundtrip, found 11 hours ago
$676
Roundtrip
found 11 hours ago
Select Royal Jordanian flight, departing Sat, Jan 3 from New York to Abu Dhabi, returning Thu, Jan 15, priced at $676 found 11 hours ago
Gulf Air
Wed, Nov 12 - Tue, Nov 18
JFK
New York
AUH
Abu Dhabi
$745 Roundtrip, found 4 hours ago
$745
Roundtrip
found 4 hours ago
Select Gulf Air flight, departing Wed, Nov 12 from New York to Abu Dhabi, returning Tue, Nov 18, priced at $745 found 4 hours ago
Gulf Air
Sun, Oct 5 - Tue, Mar 10
JFK
New York
AUH
Abu Dhabi
$746 Roundtrip, found 1 day ago
$746
Roundtrip
found 1 day ago
Select Gulf Air flight, departing Sun, Oct 5 from New York to Abu Dhabi, returning Tue, Mar 10, priced at $746 found 1 day ago
Royal Jordanian
Thu, Dec 25 - Sun, Dec 28
JFK
New York
AUH
Abu Dhabi
$750 Roundtrip, found 1 day ago
$750
Roundtrip
found 1 day ago
Select Royal Jordanian flight, departing Thu, Dec 25 from New York to Abu Dhabi, returning Sun, Dec 28, priced at $750 found 1 day ago
Turkish Airlines
Wed, Oct 1 - Fri, Oct 3
JFK
New York
AUH
Abu Dhabi
$833 Roundtrip, found 11 hours ago
$833
Roundtrip
found 11 hours ago
Select Turkish Airlines flight, departing Wed, Oct 1 from New York to Abu Dhabi, returning Fri, Oct 3, priced at $833 found 11 hours ago
Etihad Airways
Fri, Oct 3 - Sat, Oct 18
JFK
New York
AUH
Abu Dhabi
$873 Roundtrip, just found
$873
Roundtrip
just found
Select Etihad Airways flight, departing Fri, Oct 3 from New York to Abu Dhabi, returning Sat, Oct 18, priced at $873 just found
Saudia
Fri, Oct 3 - Fri, Oct 10
JFK
New York
AUH
Abu Dhabi
$1,011 Roundtrip, found 7 hours ago
$1,011
Roundtrip
found 7 hours ago
Select Saudia flight, departing Fri, Oct 3 from New York to Abu Dhabi, returning Fri, Oct 10, priced at $1,011 found 7 hours ago
Ethiopian Airlines
Fri, Sep 5 - Mon, Sep 22
JFK
New York
AUH
Abu Dhabi
$1,103 Roundtrip, found 6 hours ago
$1,103
Roundtrip
found 6 hours ago
Select Ethiopian Airlines flight, departing Fri, Sep 5 from New York to Abu Dhabi, returning Mon, Sep 22, priced at $1,103 found 6 hours ago

Find the cheapest month to fly from New York (JFK) to Abu Dhabi (AUH)

October is typically the cheapest month to fly

From $598 - $1,082 per traveler.

Graph displaying average flight prices per month

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 $1,338
AUH
Abu Dhabi Intl.
Cheapest
Average driving time to city center24 min
Flights from $1,338
Flights from New York (JFK) to Abu Dhabi (AUH)
Origin airport
John F. Kennedy Intl.
Destination airport
Abu Dhabi Intl.
Airlines serving
Air Europa, Air India, American Airlines, British Airways, Brussels Airlines, EGYPTAIR, Ethiopian Airlines, Etihad Airways, Gulf Air, Lufthansa, Qatar Airways, Royal Jordanian, Saudia, Swiss International Air Lines, TAP Portugal, Turkish Airlines
Roundtrip price
$599
Distance
6854 mi
Average flight time
20 hours 50 mins

New York to Abu Dhabi Flights

The cheapest times to fly from New York 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 New York to Abu Dhabi are during the month of November. You can find some of the cheapest flights from New York to Abu Dhabi with Expedia's search tool and vast selection of airlines.

 

The best time to book a flight from New York to Abu Dhabi

Sunday is one of the best days to book for cheap flights from New York 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 New York 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 New York to Abu Dhabi in 2025. You can also book with separate airlines for your outbound and return journeys, from $450 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 New York 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 New York 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.

 

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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 John F. Kennedy Intl. Airport (JFK) to Abu Dhabi Intl. Airport (AUH) cost?
You can book cheap return flights starting at $873 from John F. Kennedy Intl. Airport (JFK) to Abu Dhabi Intl. Airport (AUH). This information is based on the cheapest price found on Expedia for this return journey departing within the next three months. This airfare is for a Etihad Airways flight leaving JFK on August 17 2025 and touching down at AUH. The price was last updated on July 23 2025 and has not changed since.
What is the cheapest month to fly from JFK to AUH?
The cheapest flights from JFK to AUH are usually during off-peak season, when demand is lower. To save money, avoid flying during public holidays, school breaks and major local events.
Which airlines fly direct from John F. Kennedy Intl. Airport (JFK) to Abu Dhabi Intl. Airport (AUH)?
Hop on a direct flight with Etihad Airways and head straight from John F. Kennedy Intl. Airport (JFK) to Abu Dhabi Intl. Airport (AUH).
What is the cheapest airline that flies from JFK to AUH?
With prices starting from $696 for a one-way flight from JFK to AUH, Etihad Airways is currently the cheapest carrier flying this route. This fare is based on the lowest price found on Expedia departing within the next three months. The flight takes off from JFK on October 18 2025. Prices were last updated on July 23 2025 and have not changed since.
How many flights per day from John F. Kennedy Intl. Airport (JFK) to Abu Dhabi Intl. Airport (AUH)?
When flying out of John F. Kennedy Intl. Airport (JFK), you can pick from an average of 2 daily nonstop flights to Abu Dhabi Intl. Airport (AUH).
What are the most popular departure times for flights from John F. Kennedy Intl. Airport (JFK) to Abu Dhabi Intl. Airport (AUH)?
More people fly between JFK and AUH at 1 PM than at any other time of day. Looking for a quieter experience? Travel outside of rush hours and you could save on your fare as well.
What day of the week has the most flights from JFK to AUH?
Friday has the most flights from John F. Kennedy Intl. Airport (JFK) 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 plans.
What is the earliest flight from John F. Kennedy Intl. Airport (JFK) to Abu Dhabi Intl. Airport (AUH)?
The first flight of the day leaving John F. Kennedy Intl. Airport (JFK) is at around 1:40PM UTC-5. Board this plane and you'll land at Abu Dhabi Intl. Airport (AUH) at approximately 11:25AM UTC+4. The entire trip takes 12h 45m.
How long does it take to fly from John F. Kennedy Intl. Airport (JFK) to Abu Dhabi Intl. Airport (AUH)?
The average flight time from JFK to AUH is 12 hours and 37 minutes, covering a total distance of 6,900 mi.
What airline has the least delays from JFK to AUH?
Consider booking with Etihad Airways if you'd like to go straight from John F. Kennedy Intl. Airport (JFK) to Abu Dhabi Intl. Airport (AUH) without any holdups. This airline has the best track record for punctuality, with an on-time performance of 81%. Want real-time updates? You can check your flight status using the Expedia App.
What is the best time to fly from John F. Kennedy Intl. Airport (JFK) to Abu Dhabi Intl. Airport (AUH)?
To avoid possible delays on the John F. Kennedy Intl. Airport (JFK) to Abu Dhabi Intl. Airport (AUH) route, fly before 3 PM. Departures after this time are 22% more likely to be canceled.**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 John F. Kennedy Intl. Airport (JFK)?
If you've booked a direct flight from John F. Kennedy Intl. Airport (JFK) 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 John F. Kennedy Intl. Airport (JFK) to Abu Dhabi Intl. Airport (AUH) last-minute?
Last-minute bookings from JFK to AUH are generally more expensive. To lock in the cheapest rates, start searching for flights as soon as possible. That being said, if you can play around with your travel dates, it's possible to land a cheap fare right before you leave.
Is it cheaper to book a JFK to AUH flight and hotel package?
You can save money by booking a JFK to AUH flight and hotel package compared to booking separately. In fact, travelers could save hundreds of dollars by bundling with Expedia. And it's easy to manage everything in one place. Once you've chosen your preferred flights and accommodations, consider other add-ons like car rentals, activities and tours.
Can I cancel or change the date of my flight from John F. Kennedy Intl. Airport (JFK) to Abu Dhabi Intl. Airport (AUH)?
In most cases, you can modify or cancel your JFK to AUH flight. However, there may be additional charges, especially if you booked over 24 hours ago. Double-check your itinerary for the airline's rules and fees on flight changes, or if you need further information, go to our Customer Service portal.

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