$513 Cheap Flights from Abu Dhabi (AUH) to Washington (IAD)

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Cheap Flights from Abu Dhabi to Washington (AUH-IAD)

Prices were available within the past 7 days and start at $513 for one-way flights and $724 for round trip, for the period specified. Prices and availability are subject to change. Additional terms apply.

Saudia
Thu, Aug 28 - Sun, Sep 7
AUH
Abu Dhabi
IAD
Washington
$724 Roundtrip, found 5 days ago
$724
Roundtrip
found 5 days ago
Select Saudia flight, departing Thu, Aug 28 from Abu Dhabi to Washington, returning Sun, Sep 7, priced at $724 found 5 days ago
Saudia
Thu, Aug 28 - Mon, Sep 8
AUH
Abu Dhabi
IAD
Washington
$765 Roundtrip, found 5 days ago
$765
Roundtrip
found 5 days ago
Select Saudia flight, departing Thu, Aug 28 from Abu Dhabi to Washington, returning Mon, Sep 8, priced at $765 found 5 days ago
Saudia
Sun, Aug 24 - Sun, Sep 7
AUH
Abu Dhabi
IAD
Washington
$773 Roundtrip, found 2 days ago
$773
Roundtrip
found 2 days ago
Select Saudia flight, departing Sun, Aug 24 from Abu Dhabi to Washington, returning Sun, Sep 7, priced at $773 found 2 days ago
Saudia
Wed, Sep 17 - Sun, Sep 21
AUH
Abu Dhabi
IAD
Washington
$804 Roundtrip, found 1 day ago
$804
Roundtrip
found 1 day ago
Select Saudia flight, departing Wed, Sep 17 from Abu Dhabi to Washington, returning Sun, Sep 21, priced at $804 found 1 day ago
Saudia
Wed, Aug 27 - Wed, Oct 15
AUH
Abu Dhabi
IAD
Washington
$814 Roundtrip, found 5 days ago
$814
Roundtrip
found 5 days ago
Select Saudia flight, departing Wed, Aug 27 from Abu Dhabi to Washington, returning Wed, Oct 15, priced at $814 found 5 days ago
Saudia
Thu, Sep 11 - Thu, Sep 18
AUH
Abu Dhabi
IAD
Washington
$824 Roundtrip, found 1 day ago
$824
Roundtrip
found 1 day ago
Select Saudia flight, departing Thu, Sep 11 from Abu Dhabi to Washington, returning Thu, Sep 18, priced at $824 found 1 day ago
EGYPTAIR
Mon, Sep 22 - Wed, Oct 1
AUH
Abu Dhabi
IAD
Washington
$877 Roundtrip, found 3 days ago
$877
Roundtrip
found 3 days ago
Select EGYPTAIR flight, departing Mon, Sep 22 from Abu Dhabi to Washington, returning Wed, Oct 1, priced at $877 found 3 days ago
British Airways
Tue, Feb 17 - Thu, Feb 26
AUH
Abu Dhabi
IAD
Washington
$940 Roundtrip, found 5 days ago
$940
Roundtrip
found 5 days ago
Select British Airways flight, departing Tue, Feb 17 from Abu Dhabi to Washington, returning Thu, Feb 26, priced at $940 found 5 days ago
Royal Jordanian
Tue, Nov 25 - Tue, Dec 2
AUH
Abu Dhabi
IAD
Washington
$975 Roundtrip, found 1 day ago
$975
Roundtrip
found 1 day ago
Select Royal Jordanian flight, departing Tue, Nov 25 from Abu Dhabi to Washington, returning Tue, Dec 2, priced at $975 found 1 day ago
Ethiopian Airlines
Thu, Oct 30 - Thu, Nov 20
AUH
Abu Dhabi
IAD
Washington
$1,004 Roundtrip, found 18 hours ago
$1,004
Roundtrip
found 18 hours ago
Select Ethiopian Airlines flight, departing Thu, Oct 30 from Abu Dhabi to Washington, returning Thu, Nov 20, priced at $1,004 found 18 hours ago

Find the cheapest month to fly from Abu Dhabi (AUH) to Washington (IAD)

September is typically the cheapest month to fly

From $693 - $1,199 per traveler.

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Flights from Abu Dhabi (AUH) to Washington (IAD)
Origin airport
Abu Dhabi Intl.
Destination airport
Washington Dulles Intl.
Airlines serving
American Airlines, British Airways, Brussels Airlines, EGYPTAIR, Ethiopian Airlines, Etihad Airways, Lufthansa, Qatar Airways, Royal Jordanian, Saudia, Swiss International Air Lines, TAP Portugal, Turkish Airlines
Roundtrip price
$724
Distance
7074 mi
Average flight time
15 hours 30 mins

Abu Dhabi to Washington Flights

The cheapest times to fly from Abu Dhabi to Washington

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 Abu Dhabi to Washington are during the month of August. You can find some of the cheapest flights from Abu Dhabi to Washington with Expedia's search tool and vast selection of airlines.

 

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

Sunday is one of the best days to book for cheap flights from Abu Dhabi to Washington: 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 Abu Dhabi to Washington

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 Abu Dhabi to Washington in 2025. You can also book with separate airlines for your outbound and return journeys, from $513 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 Abu Dhabi to Washington 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 Abu Dhabi to Washington 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 Abu Dhabi Intl. Airport (AUH) to Washington Dulles Intl. Airport (IAD) cost?
You can score cheap return tickets from Abu Dhabi Intl. Airport (AUH) to Washington Dulles Intl. Airport (IAD) starting from $1329. Book a seat and get ready for takeoff. 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 AUH on August 5 2025 and touching down at IAD. The price was last updated on July 23 2025 and has not changed since.
What is the cheapest month to fly from AUH to IAD?
The cheapest flights from AUH to IAD 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 Abu Dhabi Intl. Airport (AUH) to Washington Dulles Intl. Airport (IAD)?
When heading out of Abu Dhabi Intl. Airport (AUH), you can board a direct flight to Washington Dulles Intl. Airport (IAD) with Etihad Airways.
What is the cheapest airline that flies from AUH to IAD?
Take off from AUH to IAD with Etihad Airways. This airline currently offers the cheapest one-way ticket on this route, starting from $992. This fare is based on the lowest price found on Expedia departing within the next three months. The flight takes off from AUH on October 16 2025. Prices were last updated on July 23 2025 and have not changed since.
How many flights per day from Abu Dhabi Intl. Airport (AUH) to Washington Dulles Intl. Airport (IAD)?
On average, only 1 nonstop flight departs daily from Abu Dhabi Intl. Airport (AUH) to Washington Dulles Intl. Airport (IAD). Seeking more options? Use our filters to discover flights with layovers and squeeze another destination into your itinerary.
What are the most popular departure times for flights from Abu Dhabi Intl. Airport (AUH) to Washington Dulles Intl. Airport (IAD)?
More passengers fly between AUH and IAD at 10 AM than at any other time. Rather go when it's quieter? Consider flying outside peak hours and it's possible you'll save on your ticket as well.
What day of the week has the most flights from AUH to IAD?
Travel on a Friday if you're searching for the biggest selection of flights from Abu Dhabi Intl. Airport (AUH) to Washington Dulles Intl. Airport (IAD).
What is the earliest flight from Abu Dhabi Intl. Airport (AUH) to Washington Dulles Intl. Airport (IAD)?
The earliest flight jetting off from Abu Dhabi Intl. Airport (AUH) is at around 10:30AM UTC+4. Board this plane and you'll touch down at Washington Dulles Intl. Airport (IAD) at approximately 4:25PM UTC-5. The total flight duration is 14h 55m.
How long does it take to fly from Abu Dhabi Intl. Airport (AUH) to Washington Dulles Intl. Airport (IAD)?
Typically, it takes 14 hours and 55 minutes to cover the 7,100 mi from AUH to IAD.
What is the best time to fly from Abu Dhabi Intl. Airport (AUH) to Washington Dulles Intl. Airport (IAD)?
To reach Washington Dulles Intl. Airport (IAD) on time, choose a flight that leaves Abu Dhabi Intl. Airport (AUH) before 3 PM. The chance of cancellations is 22% higher, on average, for departures after this hour.**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 Washington from Abu Dhabi Intl. Airport (AUH)?
Washington Dulles Intl. Airport (IAD) is the only airport in Washington with direct flights from Abu Dhabi Intl. Airport (AUH). Consider your options and discover affordable fares on Expedia.
Is it cheaper to buy a plane ticket from Abu Dhabi Intl. Airport (AUH) to Washington Dulles Intl. Airport (IAD) last-minute?
Booking your plane ticket from AUH to IAD right before your journey is usually more expensive. However, if there's some wiggle room with your travel dates and times, you could land a cheap last-minute fare.
Is it cheaper to book an AUH to IAD flight and hotel package?
Opting for an AUH to IAD flight and hotel package is typically cheaper than booking separately. With Expedia, you can enjoy the ease of organizing your trip in one place. Select from our impressive range of accommodations and then add activities, car rentals and flights to your booking. Bundle everything together, and you could save hundreds of dollars.
Can I cancel or change the date of my flight from Abu Dhabi Intl. Airport (AUH) to Washington Dulles Intl. Airport (IAD)?
If you booked your AUH to IAD flight within the last 24 hours, you may be able to modify or cancel it without fees. Depending on the airline and the ticket type you purchased, additional charges may apply for changes beyond that time. Airline policies and contact information can be found in your itinerary or confirmation email. Or, go to our Customer Service portal for more information.

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