Flying from Indira Gandhi International Airport (DEL) to Abu Dhabi International Airport (AUH): what you need to know
Around 3 hours 45 minutes is how long you can expect to be in the air on a direct flight from Indira Gandhi International Airport to Abu Dhabi International Airport.
The timezone in Abu Dhabi is UTC+4, which is one hour 30 minutes behind New Delhi.
Every week, there are 57 Indira Gandhi International Airport to Abu Dhabi International Airport flights. If you want to jet off as early as possible, go for the 04:35 Etihad Airways flight. If you're eager to make the most of your day before you fly, the latest flight is at 21:15 with Etihad Airways.
For a smooth journey, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This way, you can comfortably catch your DEL to AUH flight.
Flying during a peak month like July? Public holidays and other popular periods can lead to longer lines at check-in and security. Play things extra safe and get there up to four hours before international flights and two hours before a domestic departure.
Travelling to Abu Dhabi (and then exploring more of United Arab Emirates!) is a snap with IndiGo. This popular carrier has direct flights from Indira Gandhi International Airport to Abu Dhabi International Airport.
IndiGo has the highest passenger demand on this route.
IndiGo is the most punctual carrier offering DEL to AUH flights. An impressive 88.52% of its services on this route arrive on time.
If you want to add a stop to your trip, simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Indira Gandhi International Airport to Abu Dhabi International Airport. These are the top stopovers between DEL and AUH:
Muscat International Airport
Ahmedabad Airport
Chhatrapati Shivaji International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Indira Gandhi International Airport (DEL) to Abu Dhabi International Airport (AUH)
Right now, Rs33,041 is the lowest price we've found for a one-way Indira Gandhi International Airport to Abu Dhabi International Airport flight. The best price for a return plane ticket is Rs66,617. Remember that fares may change due to demand at the time of booking.
Score cheap tickets from DEL to AUH by booking at least four months ahead. According to our research, that's the sweet spot for bagging a bargain.
The cheapest month for flights from Indira Gandhi International Airport to Abu Dhabi International Airport is March. Use the 'Whole month' tool to see the lowest airfares if you have a flexible travel schedule.
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Choose your ideal departure and arrival times, airlines and number of stops with the filters. Or sort your results by 'Cheapest' to get the best deals on flights from Indira Gandhi International Airport to Abu Dhabi International Airport.
Handy information about Indira Gandhi International Airport (DEL)
Of the flights that depart from Indira Gandhi International Airport, 67.17% arrive as scheduled at their destination.
Central New Delhi to Indira Gandhi International Airport is around 11 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take about 25 minutes to get there if you're driving, catching a cab or ride-sharing.
The trip on public transport typically takes 55 minutes.
Taking an early flight from Indira Gandhi International Airport to Abu Dhabi International Airport? Avoid rushing to the terminal (and catch some extra z's) by picking one of these stays close to DEL:
Arriving at Abu Dhabi International Airport (AUH)
The last thing you need is a long journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late Indira Gandhi International Airport to Abu Dhabi International Airport flight. Reserve one of these accommodation options near AUH instead:
Begin your adventure by picking up an Abu Dhabi International Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Hertz, Alamo or Europcar and explore beyond Abu Dhabi's usual tourist stops.
Book your ride from Abu Dhabi International Airport several weeks before your trip to get the lowest price. If you're going away during a busy period, it's a good idea to book even earlier.
Getting from Abu Dhabi International Airport (AUH) to central Abu Dhabi
Abu Dhabi International Airport to the centre of Abu Dhabi has a drive time of around 25 minutes. It's approximately 32 kilometres away.
It takes around 1 hour 30 minutes if you're travelling on public transport.
When to fly to Abu Dhabi International Airport (AUH)
February is the busiest month for flights from Indira Gandhi International Airport to Abu Dhabi International Airport. To steer clear of the crowds, go to Abu Dhabi in April.
When reserving your flight from Indira Gandhi International Airport to Abu Dhabi International Airport, consider the kind of weather you enjoy. July is the warmest month in Abu Dhabi, with temperatures ranging from 29ºC to 43ºC.
January sees average temperatures of between 14ºC and 25ºC. Look for cheap tickets from DEL to AUH sometime around then if you want to travel when it's cooler.
Explore more of United Arab Emirates
Dubai is just one of the many cities in United Arab Emirates waiting to be explored after you've experienced Abu Dhabi. Around 121 kilometres away to the north-east, top sights here include Burj Khalifa, The Dubai Mall Heart and Desert safari tourism.
Sharjah is another well-known destination in United Arab Emirates and is around 145 kilometres north-east of Abu Dhabi. No journey is complete without experiencing Al majaz waterfront, Petrofac and Al Montazah Park.
