Travelling from Birmingham Airport (BHX) to Zayed International Airport (AUH): what you need to know
The timezone in Abu Dhabi is UTC+4, which is four hours ahead of Birmingham.
To ensure you catch your BHX to AUH flight, leave enough time to navigate the airport and find your gate. Turning up two hours before international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the general travel rule.
Flying during a peak month like August? Public holidays and other popular seasons can result in longer lines at airport checkpoints. Play things extra safe and get there up to four hours before an international flight and two hours before a domestic departure.
We make it a breeze to book a flight with a stopover. To see your options for tickets from Birmingham Airport to Zayed International Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, pick a flight with a stop long enough to visit the city of your choice. Top stopovers between BHX and AUH include:
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Handy information about Birmingham Airport (BHX)
72% of flights that depart Birmingham Airport reach their destination on schedule.
Birmingham Airport is about 14 kilometres from central Birmingham. If you're catching a taxi, ride-sharing or driving from the centre, it'll take you 25 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.
Taking public transport? You can expect a journey time of around 25 minutes.
Looking for a handy hotel near BHX? If you're catching an early flight from Birmingham Airport to Zayed International Airport, these accommodation options will have you moments from your departure gate:
Arriving at Zayed International Airport (AUH)
The last thing you want is a long trip to your hotel if you're getting in late on a Birmingham Airport to Zayed International Airport flight. Book one of these accommodation options near AUH instead:
Grab a Zayed International Airport rental car and discover Abu Dhabi and beyond with your own set of wheels. Hertz, Alamo and Europcar are popular providers to choose from here.
Reserve your ride from Zayed International Airport a few weeks before your departure to secure the best deal. If you're planning to travel during peak season, it's smart to book even earlier.
Getting from Zayed International Airport (AUH) to central Abu Dhabi
Zayed International Airport is roughly 32 kilometres from the centre of Abu Dhabi. The drive time takes about 30 minutes.
If you're taking public transport, expect a journey time of roughly 1 hour.
When to fly to Zayed International Airport (AUH)
The quietest month for a flight from Birmingham Airport to Zayed International Airport is May, while December is the most popular. Choose the best time to visit Abu Dhabi based on whether you prefer a laid-back vibe or a more bustling atmosphere.
The warmest month in Abu Dhabi is August, with the temperature ranging between 30ºC and 42ºC. Book your flights from Birmingham Airport to Zayed International Airport in this month if this is the kind of weather you like.
January has average temperatures of between 14ºC and 25ºC. Search for cheap tickets from BHX to AUH around that time if you want to travel in cooler conditions.
Explore more of the United Arab Emirates
You've seen Abu Dhabi, now it's time to discover more of the United Arab Emirates. Travel around 121 kilometres north-east to Dubai to check off its must-visit sights. From Burj Khalifa to Dubai Opera and Dubai Gold Souk, your itinerary will be busy.
If you're looking to explore another well-known destination in the United Arab Emirates, consider Sharjah, about 145 kilometres north-east of Abu Dhabi. Rain Room, Al Noor Mosque and Adventureland are the start of reasons to visit.