Travelling from Hamad International Airport (DOH) to Abu Dhabi International Airport (AUH): what you need to know
Take a direct flight from Hamad International Airport to Abu Dhabi International Airport and you'll be in the air for an average of 1 hour 5 minutes.
The timezone in Abu Dhabi is UTC+4, which is one hour ahead of Doha.
Flights from DOH to AUH start from 01:50 — the first with Qatar Airways. The latest departure is at 22:50 with Etihad Airways. Overall, you can take your pick of 89 weekly Hamad International Airport to Abu Dhabi International Airport flights.
Your DOH to AUH flight won't wait if you're late, so don't forget to check in on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead for international travel.
Travelling during a peak month such as August? Public holidays and other popular periods can mean longer lines and delays at check-in and security. Play things extra safe and get there up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
Flying into Abu Dhabi (and then seeing more of United Arab Emirates!) is a cinch with Etihad Airways. This popular airline has direct flights from Hamad International Airport to Abu Dhabi International Airport.
Etihad Airways is the most frequently booked airline on this route.
Qatar Airways is the most punctual carrier operating DOH to AUH flights. A dependable 95.63% of its departures on this route arrive as planned.
If you want to include a stop along the way, just uncheck 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Hamad International Airport to Abu Dhabi International Airport. Here are the top stopovers between DOH and AUH:
Bahrain International Airport
King Fahd International Airport
Muscat International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Hamad International Airport (DOH) to Abu Dhabi International Airport (AUH)
The lowest price we've seen for a one-way Hamad International Airport to Abu Dhabi International Airport flight is Rs31,129. A round-trip fare right now is Rs60,114. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares can change.
To score cheap tickets from DOH to AUH, book your trip six months ahead of your planned departure.
Organise your trip for May. That's the cheapest month for flights from Hamad International Airport to Abu Dhabi International Airport. If you're flexible on when you fly, use the 'Whole month' tool to find the lowest airfare across each month.
There's no need to check back in every day to see if fares have dropped when you create a Price Alert. We'll update you the moment the price changes on cheap flights from DOH to AUH.
Tailor your flights with filters. Pick your arrival and departure times, total journey duration and airlines. You can also sort the results by 'Best,' 'Fastest' or 'Cheapest' flights from Hamad International Airport to Abu Dhabi International Airport.
Handy information about Hamad International Airport (DOH)
Hamad International Airport has a strong on-time record, reducing the likelihood of delays. Departures from DOH land at their destination as scheduled 83.59% of the time.
Central Doha to Hamad International Airport is approximately 14 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take about 15 minutes to get there if you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab.
Planning to take public transport? You can expect a journey time of around 40 minutes.
Get your break off to a hassle-free start by staying near DOH. Whether you've booked an early flight from Hamad International Airport to Abu Dhabi International Airport or just don't want to be rushed, these hotels are perfect:
Arriving at Abu Dhabi International Airport (AUH)
The last thing you want is a long trip to your hotel if you're arriving on a late Hamad International Airport to Abu Dhabi International Airport flight. Check in to one of these accommodation options near AUH instead:
Grab an Abu Dhabi International Airport rental car and explore Abu Dhabi and beyond with your own wheels. Hertz, Alamo and Europcar are popular providers to choose from here.
Increase your chances of securing the lowest price by booking as soon as possible. Reserving your ride from Abu Dhabi International Airport at least a few weeks ahead is a good idea.
Getting from Abu Dhabi International Airport (AUH) to central Abu Dhabi
Abu Dhabi International Airport is approximately 32 kilometres from the centre of Abu Dhabi. The drive time takes around 25 minutes.
Travelling by public transport takes about 1 hour 30 minutes.
When to fly to Abu Dhabi International Airport (AUH)
The quietest month for a flight from Hamad International Airport to Abu Dhabi International Airport is April, while February is the most popular. Choose the best time to go to Abu Dhabi based on whether you prefer a more relaxed vibe or a faster pace.
The warmest month in Abu Dhabi is July, with temperatures ranging between 29ºC and 43ºC. Book your flights from Hamad International Airport to Abu Dhabi International Airport in this month if this is the type of weather you enjoy.
Look for cheap tickets from DOH 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.
Explore more of United Arab Emirates
Abu Dhabi has loads to offer, but there are so many other parts of United Arab Emirates just waiting to be discovered. Around 121 kilometres north-east of Abu Dhabi, a visit to Dubai will keep your itinerary busy. Don't miss top attractions like Burj Khalifa, The Dubai Mall Heart and Desert safari tourism.
Sharjah is another must-experience destination in United Arab Emirates and is around 145 kilometres north-east of Abu Dhabi. No trip is complete without experiencing Al majaz waterfront, Petrofac and Al Montazah Park.