Travelling from Stansted Airport (STN) to Abu Dhabi International Airport (AUH): what you need to know
The timezone in Abu Dhabi is UTC+4, which is four hours ahead of London.
For a smooth journey, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This way, you can comfortably board your STN to AUH flight.
Flying during a peak month like August? Major public holidays and other popular periods can mean longer queues at security. Play things extra safe and get there up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours before a domestic departure.
If you'd like to include a stop along the way, just deselect 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Stansted Airport to Abu Dhabi International Airport. Here are the most popular stopovers between STN and AUH:
Queen Alia International Airport
Katowice International Airport
Milano Malpensa Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Stansted Airport (STN) to Abu Dhabi International Airport (AUH)
The lowest price we've seen for a one-way Stansted Airport to Abu Dhabi International Airport flight is $202. A return ticket is currently $420. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares can change.
It's a good idea to book in advance if you want to find cheap tickets from STN to AUH. That's because flight prices are based on demand, which tends to rise closer to the date of departure.
If you're willing to be flexible with your travel dates, try using the 'Whole month' search tool. It'll show you the cheapest price in each month when searching for your flight from Stansted Airport to Abu Dhabi International Airport.
You don't need to check back in every day to find out if fares have gone down when you create a Price Alert. We'll let you know the moment there's a new deal on cheap flights from STN to AUH.
Find the ideal flight for you with the help of the filters. To see the 'Cheapest,' 'Best' or 'Fastest' flights from Stansted Airport to Abu Dhabi International Airport, use the 'Sort by' function. You can also filter results by arrival and departure times, airline, and journey duration.
Handy information about Stansted Airport (STN)
64.73% of flights that leave from Stansted Airport arrive at their destination on schedule.
Stansted Airport is around 64 kilometres from central London. If you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving from the centre, it'll take you 1 hour or so to get there, depending on the traffic.
The journey on public transport typically takes 1 hour 25 minutes.
Get your holiday off to a relaxed start by staying near STN. Whether you're taking an early flight from Stansted Airport to Abu Dhabi International Airport or just don't like being rushed, these stays are perfect:
Arriving at Abu Dhabi International Airport (AUH)
Book a hotel close to AUH if you have a late Stansted Airport to Abu Dhabi International Airport flight. Select one of these options and skip the long transfer after landing:
Get your adventure underway 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.
Reserve your vehicle from Abu Dhabi International Airport several weeks before your departure date to get the lowest price possible. If you're planning to travel during peak season, it's wise to book even earlier.
Getting from Abu Dhabi International Airport (AUH) to central Abu Dhabi
Abu Dhabi International Airport is roughly 32 kilometres from central Abu Dhabi. Driving there takes about 25 minutes.
Getting to the centre by public transport will take you around 1 hour 30 minutes.
When to fly to Abu Dhabi International Airport (AUH)
It's time to pick your travel dates for your flight from Stansted Airport to Abu Dhabi International Airport. February is the busiest month to head to Abu Dhabi. If you'd like a more laid-back vibe, go in April.
Lock in your flight from Stansted Airport to Abu Dhabi International Airport for July if you want to visit Abu Dhabi during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures of between 29ºC (84ºF) and 43ºC (109ºF).
January sees average temperatures of between 14ºC (57ºF) and 25ºC (77ºF). Search for cheap tickets from STN to AUH around that time if you like travelling in cooler conditions.
Explore more of United Arab Emirates
Dubai is just one of the many cities in United Arab Emirates waiting to be discovered 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 essential stop in United Arab Emirates and is around 145 kilometres north-east of Abu Dhabi. No trip is complete without seeing Al majaz waterfront, Petrofac and Al Montazah Park.