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

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Compare routes from Washington Dulles 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 found₹ 35,707
Cheapest month to flySeptember
Average flight time12 hrs, 45 mins
Most popular airlineGulf Air
Average flights per week16

Finding cheap flights from Washington Dulles to Zayed International: Frequently asked questions

The best price we found for a return flight from Washington Dulles to Zayed International is ₹ 70,268. 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.
12 hours and 45 minutes is the average flight time from Washington Dulles to Zayed International.
Gulf Air and Etihad Airways fly direct from Washington Dulles to Zayed International.
As of July 2025, there are 16 flights per week flying from Washington Dulles to Zayed International.
The cheapest month to fly from Washington Dulles to Zayed International is usually October.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Washington Dulles Airport to Zayed International Airport on Wednesday, 15 October 2025.
Yes – the average flight time is 12 hours and 45 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.
Currently, Turkish Airlines and Etihad Airways offer the cheapest flight tickets to Zayed International.

Travelling from Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD) to Abu Dhabi International Airport (AUH): what you need to know

  • Book a direct flight from Washington Dulles International Airport to Abu Dhabi International Airport and you'll be travelling for an average of 12 hours 55 minutes.

  • Abu Dhabi's timezone is UTC+4, which makes Abu Dhabi eight hours ahead of Washington DC.

  • Every week, there are ten Washington Dulles International Airport to Abu Dhabi International Airport flights. If you want to get going as soon as possible, select the 21:15 Etihad Airways flight. If you'd rather make the most of your day before you fly, the last flight is at 22:15 with Etihad Airways.

  • Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are travel rules to live by. Show up at the airport on time to board your IAD to AUH flight.

  • Travelling during a peak month such as April? Major public holidays and other popular periods can lead to longer queues at check-in and security. Play things extra safe and arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours before domestic departures.

  • Getting to Abu Dhabi (and then discovering more of United Arab Emirates!) is easy with Etihad Airways. This popular carrier has direct flights from Washington Dulles International Airport to Abu Dhabi International Airport.

  • The majority of travellers choose to travel with Etihad Airways on this route.

  • Etihad Airways is the most punctual carrier that operates IAD to AUH flights, with 73.33% of its services arriving on schedule.

  • If you'd like to explore another city along the way, simply deselect 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Washington Dulles International Airport to Abu Dhabi International Airport. Here are the most popular stopovers between IAD and AUH:

    • Hamad International Airport

    • Cairo International Airport

    • Charles de Gaulle Airport

How to find the cheapest flights from Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD) to Abu Dhabi International Airport (AUH)

  • ₹ 35,707 is currently the lowest price for a one-way Washington Dulles International Airport to Abu Dhabi International Airport flight. Return flights start at ₹ 70,268. These prices may change depending on availability and demand.

  • Book seven months before you want to fly. After crunching the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you should book ahead to find cheap tickets from IAD to AUH.

  • The cheapest month for flights from Washington Dulles International Airport to Abu Dhabi International Airport is June. Use the 'Whole month' tool to see the lowest airfares if you have flexible travel dates.

  • Landing cheap flights from IAD to AUH is easy with Price Alerts. Simply set up one of these automatic alerts and we'll get in touch when a new discounted fare appears.

  • Find the right flight for you with the help of the filters. To see the 'Best,' 'Fastest' or 'Cheapest' flights from Washington Dulles International Airport to Abu Dhabi International Airport, use the 'Sort by' function. You can also filter by arrival and departure times, airline, and journey duration.

Handy information about Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD)

  • IAD is located at 1 Saarinen Circle.

  • When it comes to Washington Dulles International Airport's on-time performance, 74.39% of flights arrive within the expected timeframe.

  • Central Washington DC to Washington Dulles International Airport is around 56 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take you about 50 minutes to get there if you're driving, catching a cab or ride-sharing.

  • Expect a journey time of about 3 hours 25 minutes on public transport.

  • Searching for a convenient hotel close to IAD? If you're catching an early flight from Washington Dulles International Airport to Abu Dhabi International Airport, these accommodation options will have you moments from check-in:

Arriving at Abu Dhabi International Airport (AUH)

  • If you're coming in on a late Washington Dulles International Airport to Abu Dhabi International Airport flight, nothing beats the convenience of staying near the terminal. Grab your suitcases from the carousel and then be resting not long after at one of these accommodation options near AUH:

  • Pick up an Abu Dhabi International Airport rental car and explore Abu Dhabi and beyond with your own set of wheels. Hertz, Alamo and Europcar are top outlets to choose from here.

  • To secure the best deal, book your vehicle from Abu Dhabi International Airport several weeks in advance. Rates typically rise closer to the day of travel.

Getting from Abu Dhabi International Airport (AUH) to central Abu Dhabi

  • Abu Dhabi International Airport to central Abu Dhabi has a drive time of about 25 minutes. It's approximately 32 kilometres away.

  • It takes around 1 hour 30 minutes if you're travelling by public transport.

When to fly to Abu Dhabi International Airport (AUH)

  • February is the busiest month for flights from Washington Dulles International Airport to Abu Dhabi International Airport. To avoid the crowds, travel to Abu Dhabi in April.

  • The warmest month in Abu Dhabi is July, with the temperature ranging between 29ºC and 43ºC. Lock in your flights from Washington Dulles International Airport to Abu Dhabi International Airport in this month if this is the kind of weather you like.

  • If you want cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from IAD to AUH in January. Average temperatures are between 14ºC and 25ºC then.

Explore more of United Arab Emirates

  • Abu Dhabi has plenty to offer, but there are so many other corners of United Arab Emirates just waiting to be explored. Around 121 kilometres north-east of Abu Dhabi, a visit to Dubai will keep you on the move. Start with popular sights like Burj Khalifa, The Dubai Mall Heart and Desert safari tourism.

  • If there's time to check out another corner of United Arab Emirates, consider Sharjah, roughly 145 kilometres north-east of Abu Dhabi. Al majaz waterfront, Petrofac and Al Montazah Park are highlights.

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