$426 Cheap Flights from Washington (IAD) to Abu Dhabi (AUH)

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Popular airlines from Washington Dulles Intl. Airport (IAD) to Abu Dhabi Intl. Airport (AUH)

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

Prices were available within the past 7 days and start at $426 for one-way flights and $703 for round trip, for the period specified. Prices and availability are subject to change. Additional terms apply.

Royal Jordanian
Tue, Nov 18 - Sun, Nov 23
IAD
Washington
AUH
Abu Dhabi
$703 Roundtrip, found 7 hours ago
$703
Roundtrip
found 7 hours ago
Select Royal Jordanian flight, departing Tue, Nov 18 from Washington to Abu Dhabi, returning Sun, Nov 23, priced at $703 found 7 hours ago
Royal Jordanian
Tue, Feb 10 - Sun, Feb 22
IAD
Washington
AUH
Abu Dhabi
$704 Roundtrip, found 1 day ago
$704
Roundtrip
found 1 day ago
Select Royal Jordanian flight, departing Tue, Feb 10 from Washington to Abu Dhabi, returning Sun, Feb 22, priced at $704 found 1 day ago
Royal Jordanian
Sun, Aug 31 - Sun, Sep 7
IAD
Washington
AUH
Abu Dhabi
$778 Roundtrip, found 4 hours ago
$778
Roundtrip
found 4 hours ago
Select Royal Jordanian flight, departing Sun, Aug 31 from Washington to Abu Dhabi, returning Sun, Sep 7, priced at $778 found 4 hours ago
Royal Jordanian
Sun, Jan 11 - Sun, Jan 25
IAD
Washington
AUH
Abu Dhabi
$779 Roundtrip, found 1 day ago
$779
Roundtrip
found 1 day ago
Select Royal Jordanian flight, departing Sun, Jan 11 from Washington to Abu Dhabi, returning Sun, Jan 25, priced at $779 found 1 day ago
Turkish Airlines
Tue, Sep 30 - Fri, Oct 10
IAD
Washington
AUH
Abu Dhabi
$822 Roundtrip, found 19 hours ago
$822
Roundtrip
found 19 hours ago
Select Turkish Airlines flight, departing Tue, Sep 30 from Washington to Abu Dhabi, returning Fri, Oct 10, priced at $822 found 19 hours ago
Turkish Airlines
Mon, Oct 20 - Fri, Oct 31
IAD
Washington
AUH
Abu Dhabi
$824 Roundtrip, found 2 days ago
$824
Roundtrip
found 2 days ago
Select Turkish Airlines flight, departing Mon, Oct 20 from Washington to Abu Dhabi, returning Fri, Oct 31, priced at $824 found 2 days ago
Turkish Airlines
Mon, Sep 15 - Fri, Sep 26
IAD
Washington
AUH
Abu Dhabi
$834 Roundtrip, found 11 hours ago
$834
Roundtrip
found 11 hours ago
Select Turkish Airlines flight, departing Mon, Sep 15 from Washington to Abu Dhabi, returning Fri, Sep 26, priced at $834 found 11 hours ago
Etihad Airways
Thu, Oct 2 - Tue, Oct 28
IAD
Washington
AUH
Abu Dhabi
$853 Roundtrip, just found
$853
Roundtrip
just found
Select Etihad Airways flight, departing Thu, Oct 2 from Washington to Abu Dhabi, returning Tue, Oct 28, priced at $853 just found
American Airlines
Sun, Aug 31 - Sat, Sep 13
IAD
Washington
AUH
Abu Dhabi
$868 Roundtrip, found 4 hours ago
$868
Roundtrip
found 4 hours ago
Select American Airlines flight, departing Sun, Aug 31 from Washington to Abu Dhabi, returning Sat, Sep 13, priced at $868 found 4 hours ago
Qatar Airways
Thu, Sep 4 - Wed, Sep 17
IAD
Washington
AUH
Abu Dhabi
$888 Roundtrip, found 2 hours ago
$888
Roundtrip
found 2 hours ago
Select Qatar Airways flight, departing Thu, Sep 4 from Washington to Abu Dhabi, returning Wed, Sep 17, priced at $888 found 2 hours ago

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

September is typically the cheapest month to fly

From $698 - $1,237 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 $844
AUH
Abu Dhabi Intl.
Cheapest
Average driving time to city center24 min
Flights from $844
Flights from Washington (IAD) to Abu Dhabi (AUH)
Origin airport
Washington Dulles Intl.
Destination airport
Abu Dhabi 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
$702
Distance
7074 mi
Average flight time
11 hours 55 mins

Washington to Abu Dhabi Flights

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

 

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

Sunday is one of the best days to book for cheap flights from Washington 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 Washington 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 Washington to Abu Dhabi in 2025. You can also book with separate airlines for your outbound and return journeys, from $426 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 Washington 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 Washington 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 Washington Dulles Intl. Airport (IAD) to Abu Dhabi Intl. Airport (AUH) cost?
Lock in a cheap one-way flight from $426 or cheap return flight from $703 from Washington Dulles Intl. Airport (IAD) to Abu Dhabi Intl. Airport (AUH) with Expedia. Enter your travel dates and sort by "Price (lowest to highest)" to see our cheapest flight deals on this route.
What is the cheapest month to fly from Washington Dulles Intl. Airport (IAD) to Abu Dhabi Intl. Airport (AUH)?
Flying in November can help you save, as it's the cheapest month for flights between IAD and AUH. You'll typically find the lowest prices during off-peak months.
Which airlines fly direct from Washington Dulles Intl. Airport (IAD) to Abu Dhabi Intl. Airport (AUH)?
Jump on a nonstop flight with Etihad Airways and journey straight from Washington Dulles Intl. Airport (IAD) to Abu Dhabi Intl. Airport (AUH).
What is the cheapest airline that flies from Washington Dulles Intl. Airport (IAD) to Abu Dhabi Intl. Airport (AUH)?
To find the cheapest airline that'll fly you from IAD to AUH, use Expedia's filter tool. Tailor your search based on your travel needs, such as preferred carriers and cabin class. You can then sort your results by "Price (lowest to highest)" to discover the cheapest flight right away.
How many flights per day from Washington Dulles Intl. Airport (IAD) to Abu Dhabi Intl. Airport (AUH)?
On average, Washington Dulles Intl. Airport (IAD) only has 1 nonstop flight to Abu Dhabi Intl. Airport (AUH) daily. For additional options, try Expedia's easy-to-use filters. Enter your dates, then click on "1 Stop" or "2+ Stops" to discover flights with layovers.
What are the most popular departure times for flights from Washington Dulles Intl. Airport (IAD) to Abu Dhabi Intl. Airport (AUH)?
More travelers fly between IAD and AUH at 9 PM than at any other time of day. Prefer a quieter experience? Consider flying outside peak hours and there's a chance you'll save on your ticket as well.
What day of the week has the most flights from IAD to AUH?
If you fly on a Friday, you'll get the largest range of options for flights from Washington Dulles Intl. Airport (IAD) to Abu Dhabi Intl. Airport (AUH).
What is the earliest flight from Washington Dulles Intl. Airport (IAD) to Abu Dhabi Intl. Airport (AUH)?
Take the earliest flight at around 9:30PM UTC-5, departing from Washington Dulles Intl. Airport (IAD). You'll be traveling for roughly 12h 40m, landing at Abu Dhabi Intl. Airport (AUH) at approximately 7:10PM UTC+4.
How long does it take to fly from Washington Dulles Intl. Airport (IAD) to Abu Dhabi Intl. Airport (AUH)?
It takes approximately 12 hours and 40 minutes to travel the 7,100 mi from IAD to AUH.
What airline has the least delays from IAD to AUH?
Etihad Airways has the best track record for on-time direct flights from Washington Dulles Intl. Airport (IAD) to Abu Dhabi Intl. Airport (AUH), with an on-time rating of 86%. Use the Expedia App to look up your journey status before you jet off and receive notifications about any changes.
What is the best time to fly from Washington Dulles Intl. Airport (IAD) to Abu Dhabi Intl. Airport (AUH)?
To avoid possible delays on the Washington Dulles Intl. Airport (IAD) to Abu Dhabi Intl. Airport (AUH) route, fly before 3 PM. Flights after this time have a 22% higher chance of cancellation.**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 Washington Dulles Intl. Airport (IAD)?
Explore your flight options from Washington Dulles Intl. Airport (IAD) to Abu Dhabi Intl. Airport (AUH). This is the only Abu Dhabi airport you can jet into if you're taking a direct flight.
Is it cheaper to buy a plane ticket from Washington Dulles Intl. Airport (IAD) to Abu Dhabi Intl. Airport (AUH) last-minute?
Holding off until right before your break to book a ticket from IAD to AUH generally means paying more. While it's possible to find some last-minute deals, there's no guarantee. Keep your travel plans flexible to boost your chances of getting a bargain.
Is it cheaper to book an IAD to AUH flight and hotel package?
Booking an IAD to AUH flight and hotel package is usually cheaper than booking separately. With Expedia, you can enjoy the ease of organizing your trip in one place. Select from our extensive range of stays and then add activities, car rentals and flights to your booking. Bundle it all together, and you could save hundreds of dollars.
Can I cancel or change the date of my flight from Washington Dulles Intl. Airport (IAD) to Abu Dhabi Intl. Airport (AUH)?
It's generally possible to reschedule or cancel your IAD to AUH flight. However, if the booking was made more than 24 hours ago, additional fees may apply. Refer to your airline's policies in your itinerary to see what changes are allowed and whether any costs are involved. You'll also find more details on our Customer Service portal.

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