Travelling from Washington DC to Abu Dhabi International Airport (AUH): What you need to know
You can choose from a few airports when organising your flight from Washington DC to Abu Dhabi International Airport (AUH). Explore your options for departing Ronald Reagan National Airport (DCA), Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD) and Baltimore/Wash International Thurgood Marshall Airport (BWI).
Abu Dhabi is eight hours ahead of Washington DC. Abu Dhabi International Airport is located in Abu Dhabi, which follows the UTC+4 timezone.
Arrive at the airport on time so you don't miss your flight from Washington DC to AUH. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid the mad dash to your gate.
If you're taking off during a major holiday or other peak period, allow extra time. Arrive two hours ahead of domestic flights and up to four hours before international departures. Security and check-in lines will be longer.
Airports in Washington DC
Ronald Reagan National Airport (DCA)
Consider adding a stopover to find cheap flights from Washington DC to AUH. Just uncheck 'Direct flights only' when searching for departures from Ronald Reagan National Airport (DCA). Take a break from travelling at one of these airports:
O'Hare International Airport (ORD)
John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK)
Pearson International Airport (YYZ)
DCA is around 8 kilometres from central Washington DC. If you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving from the centre, it'll take 15 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic. If you're planning to take public transport, expect the trip time to be around 45 minutes.
In search of a comfortable hotel near Ronald Reagan National Airport? If you're catching an early flight from Washington DC to Abu Dhabi International Airport, these accommodation options will put you moments from your departure lounge:
76.44% of flights leaving from Ronald Reagan National Airport make it to their destination on time.
You'll find DCA at 1 Aviation Circle.
Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD)
Catching a flight out of Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD)? Direct Washington DC to Abu Dhabi International Airport (AUH) flight tickets are available from here.
Catch your direct flight from Washington DC to AUH with Etihad Airways. This is one of the leading carriers that operates this route out of IAD.
Etihad Airways is the most popular choice for travellers flying from IAD to AUH.
Etihad Airways is the most reliable carrier flying from Washington Dulles International Airport to Abu Dhabi International Airport, with 73.33% of its services landing on time.
Check a new destination off your list or just take some time to unwind with a stopover. If you'd like to split up your flight from Washington DC to Abu Dhabi International Airport, browse these options when leaving from Washington Dulles International Airport:
Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG)
Hamad International Airport (DOH)
Cairo International Airport (CAI)
IAD is about 56 kilometres from central Washington DC. It takes 50 minutes or so to get to the airport driving from the city centre. Public transport takes approximately 1 hour 10 minutes.
Start your holiday early with an additional night away from home. Before your Washington DC to AUH flight, unwind in one of these hotels near Washington Dulles International Airport:
74.39% of flights departing Washington Dulles International Airport meet their expected arrival time.
IAD is located at 1 Saarinen Circle.
Baltimore/Wash International Thurgood Marshall Airport (BWI)
Reserve a flight ticket from Washington DC to Abu Dhabi International Airport (AUH) out of Baltimore/Wash International Thurgood Marshall Airport (BWI) with a stop or two. Popular stopovers between BWI and AUH include:
O'Hare International Airport (ORD)
London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK)
The journey to BWI from the centre of Washington DC is around 1 hour 30 minutes by public transport. If you're going by car, it'll take you about 50 minutes to cover the 48 kilometres or so.
Make catching an early Washington DC to Abu Dhabi International Airport flight the easiest part of your trip. Book a room at one of these accommodation options near Baltimore/Wash International Thurgood Marshall Airport and get to your gate with time to spare:
The on-time performance record of BWI is 77.13%. In simpler terms, that's how often flights departing this airport arrive within the expected time frame.
About Abu Dhabi International Airport (AUH)
If you're arriving on a late flight from Washington DC to Abu Dhabi International Airport, few things beat the convenience of staying near the terminal. Collect your bags from the carousel and then be showered and sleeping not long after at one of these hotels near AUH:
Getting from Abu Dhabi International Airport (AUH) to central Abu Dhabi
Abu Dhabi International Airport is roughly 27 kilometres from central Abu Dhabi. How long it'll take to get to the centre by car hire or cab will depend on the time of day. Do a little research beforehand.
It'll take around 1 hour 30 minutes if you're travelling on public transport.
How to find the cheapest flights from Washington DC to Abu Dhabi International Airport (AUH)
Currently, Rs95,490 is the lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Washington DC to Abu Dhabi International Airport. The cheapest price for a return flight is Rs196,404. Remember fares may change due to availability at the time of booking.
Get your hands on cheap flights from Washington DC to AUH by booking eight months ahead. Based on our research, that's the sweet spot for picking up a bargain.
The best month for scoring cheap Washington DC to Abu Dhabi International Airport tickets is January. Use the 'Whole month' tool to compare flight prices, then choose the dates offering the lowest fares.
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The best time to fly from Washington DC to Abu Dhabi International Airport (AUH)
August is the most popular month for flights from Washington DC to Abu Dhabi International Airport (AUH). Visit Abu Dhabi in April for a more laid-back experience.
The warmest month in Abu Dhabi is July, with temperatures ranging between 29ºC and 43ºC. Lock in your Washington DC to AUH flight ticket then if that's your idea of comfortable weather.
January has temperatures of between 14ºC and 25ºC. Look for cheap tickets from Washington DC to Abu Dhabi International Airport around that time if you want to travel when it's cooler.
More about Abu Dhabi
Start your Abu Dhabi trip off on the right foot by choosing the perfect place to stay. After booking your flight from Washington DC to Abu Dhabi International Airport, browse our selection of accommodation options including:
Every great adventure has to include some sightseeing. Sheikh Zayed Bin Sultan Mosque, Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque and Emirates Palace, Dubai are attractions you won't want to skip in Abu Dhabi.
Explore more of the United Arab Emirates
You've visited Abu Dhabi, now it's time to discover other parts of the United Arab Emirates. Travel around 105 kilometres north-east to Dubai to tick off its leading sights. From Palace Hotel and Burj Khalifa to Burj Khalifa and At the top Burj Khalifa, you've got a jam-packed schedule ahead.
Around 129 kilometres north-east of Abu Dhabi, Sharjah is another essential stop in the United Arab Emirates. Experience this destination's highlights firsthand at Al Montazah Park, Al majaz waterfront and Al Majaz Water Fountain.
