Flying from Cardiff Airport (CWL) to Abu Dhabi International Airport (AUH): what you need to know
The timezone in Abu Dhabi is UTC+4, which is four hours ahead of Cardiff.
Arrive at the airport on time so you don't miss your CWL to AUH flight. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid any last-minute rush.
During popular months such as June, it's a good idea to get to the airport well in advance. Plan to arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead for an international flight whenever you're flying during a high season in general.
Break up your flight or take a detour to a new city with a stopover. Just uncheck 'Direct flights only' to see your options when searching for tickets from Cardiff Airport to Abu Dhabi International Airport. Many travellers pass through Amsterdam Airport Schiphol when flying between CWL and AUH.
How to find the cheapest flights from Cardiff Airport (CWL) to Abu Dhabi International Airport (AUH)
The lowest price we've seen for a one-way Cardiff Airport to Abu Dhabi International Airport flight is ج.م. 11,361. A round-trip fare right now is ج.م. 22,248. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares could change.
It's usually smart to book ahead of time if you're looking for cheap tickets from CWL to AUH. That's because airlines adjust prices based on demand, which tends to increase closer to departure.
If you can be flexible with your trip dates, use the 'Whole month' tool. It'll show you the cheapest price across the month when searching for your flight from Cardiff Airport to Abu Dhabi International Airport.
You don't need to check back in every day to find out if fares have dropped when you create a Price Alert. We'll send you an update as soon as there's a change in price on cheap flights from CWL to AUH.
Tailor your flights using filters. Pick your preferred arrival and departure times, total journey duration and airlines. You can also sort your results by 'Best,' 'Cheapest' or 'Fastest' flights from Cardiff Airport to Abu Dhabi International Airport.
Handy information about Cardiff Airport (CWL)
When it comes to the on-time performance of Cardiff Airport, data shows 66.16% of flights arrive within the expected timeframe.
Central Cardiff to Cardiff Airport is approximately 27 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take about 30 minutes to get there if you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving.
You can expect a journey time of around 1 hour 5 minutes on public transport.
Catching an early flight from Cardiff Airport to Abu Dhabi International Airport? Avoid rushing to the airport (and sneak in some extra snooze time) by picking one of these hotels close to CWL:
Arriving at Abu Dhabi International Airport (AUH)
The last thing you need is a long trip to your hotel if you're arriving on a late Cardiff Airport to Abu Dhabi International Airport flight. Reserve one of these accommodation options near AUH instead:
Pick up an Abu Dhabi International Airport rental car and discover Abu Dhabi and beyond with your own wheels. Hertz, Alamo and Europcar are well-known companies to choose from here.
Reserve your vehicle from Abu Dhabi International Airport at least a few weeks before your departure to get the lowest price possible. If you're planning to travel during a peak period, it's a smart idea to book even earlier.
Getting from Abu Dhabi International Airport (AUH) to central Abu Dhabi
From Abu Dhabi International Airport, Abu Dhabi is approximately 32 kilometres away. It takes around 25 minutes to reach the centre by car.
Travelling on public transport takes about 1 hour 30 minutes.
When to fly to Abu Dhabi International Airport (AUH)
It's time to choose your trip dates for your flight from Cardiff Airport to Abu Dhabi International Airport. February is the busiest month to visit Abu Dhabi. If you'd like a more relaxed vibe, go in April.
The warmest month in Abu Dhabi is July, with temperatures ranging between 29ºC and 43ºC. Lock in your flights from Cardiff Airport to Abu Dhabi International Airport in this month if this is the type of weather you like.
January has average temperatures of between 14ºC and 25ºC. Look for cheap tickets from CWL to AUH sometime then if you want to travel in cooler conditions.
Explore more of United Arab Emirates
Abu Dhabi has plenty going for it, but there are so many other corners of United Arab Emirates you'll want to see. About 121 kilometres north-east of Abu Dhabi, a visit to Dubai will keep you on the move. Check out popular attractions like Burj Khalifa, The Dubai Mall Heart and Desert safari tourism.
Around 145 kilometres north-east of Abu Dhabi, Sharjah is another favourite stop in United Arab Emirates. No visit is complete without checking out Al majaz waterfront, Petrofac and Al Montazah Park.
