Flying from Phoenix to Abu Dhabi Zayed International Airport (AUH): What you need to know
Abu Dhabi Zayed International Airport is located in Abu Dhabi. The city operates on the UTC+4 timezone and is 11 hours ahead of Phoenix.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are golden rules for hassle-free flying. Make sure you're at the airport on time to catch your flight from Phoenix to AUH.
Going away during a peak time like March? High seasons (like Thanksgiving, Christmas and spring break) can easily add another hour at security. Be extra cautious and arrive up to four hours before an international flight and two hours before a domestic departure.
Airports in Phoenix
Phoenix Sky Harbour International Airport (PHX)
Consider adding a stopover to find cheap flights from Phoenix to AUH. Just deselect 'Direct flights only' when browsing departures from Phoenix Sky Harbour International Airport (PHX). Make a stop (and maybe make your fare cheaper) by passing through one of these popular options:
Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD)
London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
New York John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK)
The journey from central Phoenix to PHX takes about 25 minutes on public transport. If you drive, ride-share or take a taxi, you'll cover the 5 kilometres in 10 minutes or so, depending on traffic conditions.
Catching an early flight from Phoenix to Abu Dhabi Zayed International Airport? Avoid rushing to the terminal (and get a little more snooze time) by choosing one of these hotels near Phoenix Sky Harbour International Airport:
Phoenix Sky Harbour International Airport has an excellent on-time record, so you're unlikely to face delays. Departures from PHX land on schedule 80% of the time.
You'll find PHX at 3400 Sky Harbour Boulevard.
Phoenix-Mesa Gateway Airport (AZA)
On public transport, you can travel from central Phoenix to AZA in about 1 hour 15 minutes. The terminal is roughly 32 kilometres away, and making the trip by car will take approximately 30 minutes.
Got a crack-of-dawn departure? You might like to check in to one of these accommodation options near Phoenix-Mesa Gateway Airport the day before your Phoenix to AUH flight:
The majority of flights that leave Phoenix-Mesa Gateway Airport arrive at their destination right on cue. It maintains a high on-time performance rate of 82%.
The street address for AZA is 6033 S. Sossaman Rd..
About Abu Dhabi Zayed International Airport (AUH)
If you're coming in on a late flight from Phoenix to Abu Dhabi Zayed International Airport, few things top the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Collect your bags from the carousel and then be showered and resting not long after at one of these options near AUH:
Getting from Abu Dhabi Zayed International Airport (AUH) to central Abu Dhabi
Central Abu Dhabi is around 32 kilometres from Abu Dhabi Zayed International Airport and takes about 30 minutes to reach by car. See what your options are for heading into the city, whether that's with a taxi, car hire or ride-share.
It takes around 1 hour to get there using public transport.
How to find the cheapest flights from Phoenix to Abu Dhabi Zayed International Airport (AUH)
The cheapest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Phoenix to Abu Dhabi Zayed International Airport is RM2,874. For a return flight on this route, the best price is RM4,931. Depending on when you book and the availability, these fares can change.
Booking in advance is often the key to scoring a cheap flight from Phoenix to AUH. Airlines adjust prices based on demand, so the closer you get to departure, the more expensive your ticket may be.
If you have some flexibility with your travel plans, try using the 'Whole month' search tool. It'll show you the cheapest price in every month when searching for your Phoenix to Abu Dhabi Zayed International Airport ticket.
There's no need to check back in every day to find out if fares have dropped when you set up a Price Alert. We'll let you know as soon as a better deal comes up on plane tickets from Phoenix to AUH.
Lock in a cheap flight from Phoenix to Abu Dhabi Zayed International Airport by using filters. Choose your ideal duration, number of stops and airlines, then sort the results by 'Cheapest' for the best deals.
The best time to fly from Phoenix to Abu Dhabi Zayed International Airport (AUH)
December is the quietest month for flights from Phoenix to Abu Dhabi Zayed International Airport (AUH), while August is the busiest. Choose the ideal time to go to Abu Dhabi based on whether you want a laid-back vibe or a more bustling atmosphere.
When booking your Phoenix to AUH plane ticket, consider the weather you're most comfortable in. August is the warmest month in Abu Dhabi, with temperatures ranging from 30ºC (86ºF) to 42ºC (108ºF).
January has temperatures of between 14ºC (57ºF) and 25ºC (77ºF). Look for cheap tickets from Phoenix to Abu Dhabi Zayed International Airport around that time if you want to travel when it's cooler.
More about Abu Dhabi
Start your Abu Dhabi trip right by choosing the perfect place to stay. After booking your flight from Phoenix to Abu Dhabi Zayed International Airport, check out our range of hotels including:
There are plenty of terrific things to do in Abu Dhabi when you're in the mood to sightsee. Kick things off at Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque followed by Sheikh Zayed Bin Sultan Mosque and Emirates Palace.
Explore more of the United Arab Emirates
You've done Abu Dhabi, now it's time to explore other corners of the United Arab Emirates. Journey around 105 kilometres northeast to Dubai to tick off its popular sights. From Burj Khalifa to Dubai Opera and Dubai Gold Souk, there's plenty to keep you busy.
Sharjah is another must-experience destination in the United Arab Emirates and is around 129 kilometres northeast of Abu Dhabi. No trip is complete without dropping by Rain Room, Al Noor Mosque and Adventureland.
