2025 Updated Guide
Cheap Flights From London to Abu Dhabi (2025 Guide)
Flying to Abu Dhabi (AUH) is often smoother and sometimes cheaper than flying to Dubai. Discover the best airlines, hidden Wizz Air routes, and the cheapest months to travel in 2025.
Quick Cost & Flight Summary
| Flight Time | 7 hours 15 mins (Direct) |
| Cheapest Month | May & September |
| Most Expensive | December & Easter |
| Avg Cost (Direct) | £450 - £700 |
| Budget Option | Wizz Air (via Eastern Europe) |
# Best Time to Book
Abu Dhabi is a major business and transit hub. To get the best rates, book 2-3 months out.
- Shoulder Season: May and September offer a balance of bearable heat and lower flight prices.
- Peak Season: November to March is perfect weather-wise, but prices peak around the F1 Grand Prix (November) and Christmas.
# Airlines Compared: LHR vs LGW
Your choice of London airport significantly impacts your airline options and price.
| Airline | Departure | Avg Price | Why Choose? |
|---|---|---|---|
| Etihad Airways | Heathrow (LHR) | £550+ | The national carrier. Direct, premium service, pre-clearance facilities. |
| British Airways | Heathrow (LHR) | £500+ | Solid direct option. Good Avios redemption availability. |
| Wizz Air | Luton/Gatwick | £200 - £350 | Ultra-low cost. Requires self-transfer or long layovers in Eastern Europe. Only for backpackers. |
| Pegasus/Turkish | Stansted/Gatwick | £350 - £450 | Stopover in Istanbul. Good balance of price and comfort. |
# Traveler Tips for AUH
Free Shuttle to Dubai
Flying Etihad? You get a free luxury coach transfer to Dubai (about 1 hour). This is often cheaper than flying directly into DXB.