Travelling from Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport (ATH) to Abu Dhabi International Airport (AUH): what you need to know
4 hours 45 minutes is the average length of a direct flight from Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport to Abu Dhabi International Airport. Abu Dhabi is 2 hours ahead of Athens and is in the UTC+4 timezone.
For the earliest departure, catch the 02:20 flight from Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport to Abu Dhabi International Airport. If you want to leave later, the last flight is at 19:25. With 150 flights every week from ATH to AUH, you can pick the one that works best for you.
During popular months like August, you'll want to get to the airport even earlier. Arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead of an international flight when you fly during a peak period in general.
Jetting into Abu Dhabi (and seeing more of United Arab Emirates!) is a breeze with Etihad Airways. This popular airline has direct flights from Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport to Abu Dhabi International Airport.
If you'd like to break up your flight from Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport to Abu Dhabi International Airport, consider adding a stopover. Just uncheck 'Direct flights only' and find a city that interests you. The most popular stopovers on the ATH - AUH route are:
Ben Gurion International Airport
Hamad International Airport
Beirut-Rafic Hariri International Airport
Don't forget, you might need a visa to enter United Arab Emirates. Visa requirements vary and travel documentation requirements change frequently. Before locking in your cheap ticket from ATH to AUH, check with your carrier and your destination country's local consulate or embassy for the latest information.
How to find the cheapest flights from Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport (ATH) to Abu Dhabi International Airport (AUH)
RM263 is the best price for a one-way ticket from Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport to Abu Dhabi International Airport. Return flights start at RM742. These fares may change depending on demand and availability.
Get cheap tickets from ATH to AUH by booking at least 9 months ahead. Based on our research, that's the sweet spot for bagging a bargain.
The cheapest month for tickets from Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport to Abu Dhabi International Airport is May. Use the 'Whole month' tool to find the lowest airfares if you have a flexible travel schedule.
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Handy information about Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport (ATH)
The journey from central Athens to Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport takes approximately 59 minutes on public transport. If you drive, ride-share or hail a cab, you'll cover the 40 kilometres in 37 minutes or so, depending on traffic.
Searching for a handy hotel close to ATH? If you're catching an early flight from Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport to Abu Dhabi International Airport, these stays will have you moments from your check-in counter:
Arriving at Abu Dhabi International Airport (AUH)
The last thing you need is a long journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on a flight from Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport to Abu Dhabi International Airport. Stay at one of these accommodation options near AUH instead:
Getting from Abu Dhabi International Airport (AUH) to central Abu Dhabi
Abu Dhabi International Airport is approximately 32 kilometres from central Abu Dhabi. With a car rental or if you're catching a cab, the drive is around 25 minutes.
Getting to the centre by public transport takes around 1 hour and 28 minutes.
When to fly to Abu Dhabi International Airport (AUH)
It's time to choose your dates for your flight from Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport to Abu Dhabi International Airport. August is the most popular month to visit Abu Dhabi. If you prefer a quieter vibe, go in April.
Lock in your flight from Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport to Abu Dhabi International Airport for July if you'd like to explore Abu Dhabi during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 29ºC and 43ºC.
Search for cheap tickets from ATH to AUH in January if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between 14ºC and 25ºC on average.
More about Abu Dhabi
Once you've booked your flights from ATH to AUH, you'll need to find somewhere to stay in Abu Dhabi. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring this popular destination:
There are so many things to do and see in this city it can be tricky to work out where to start. Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque, Emirates Palace, Dubai and Qasr Al Watan are popular attractions which should be on any good Abu Dhabi itinerary.
Complete your Abu Dhabi trip with hotels and a car rental
After you've secured your cheap ticket to Abu Dhabi International Airport, check out the lowest prices and exclusive offers on hotels. You can also compare a range of car rental companies in one place to find the best car rental price for your Abu Dhabi getaway.