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Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from Zurich to Zayed International? Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.
Abu Dhabi.$381 per passenger.Departing Tue, 11 Nov, returning Wed, 19 Nov.Return flight with Pegasus Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Pegasus Airlines, departs from Zurich on Tue, 11 Nov, arriving in Zayed International.Inbound indirect flight with Pegasus Airlines, departs from Zayed International on Wed, 19 Nov, arriving in Zurich.Price includes taxes and charges.From $381, select.
Abu Dhabi.$449 per passenger.Departing Sat, 3 May, returning Wed, 7 May.Return flight with Pegasus Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Pegasus Airlines, departs from Zurich on Sat, 3 May, arriving in Zayed International.Inbound indirect flight with Pegasus Airlines, departs from Zayed International on Wed, 7 May, arriving in Zurich.Price includes taxes and charges.From $449, select.
Abu Dhabi.$455 per passenger.Departing Wed, 18 Jun, returning Wed, 25 Jun.Return flight with Eurowings and Wizz Air Abu Dhabi.Outbound indirect flight with Eurowings, departs from Zurich on Wed, 18 Jun, arriving in Zayed International.Inbound indirect flight with Wizz Air Abu Dhabi, departs from Zayed International on Wed, 25 Jun, arriving in Zurich.Price includes taxes and charges.From $455, select.
Abu Dhabi.$482 per passenger.Departing Sat, 29 Nov, returning Mon, 8 Dec.Return flight with Pegasus Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Pegasus Airlines, departs from Zurich on Sat, 29 Nov, arriving in Zayed International.Inbound indirect flight with Pegasus Airlines, departs from Zayed International on Mon, 8 Dec, arriving in Zurich.Price includes taxes and charges.From $482, select.
Abu Dhabi.$490 per passenger.Departing Thu, 30 Oct, returning Mon, 3 Nov.Return flight with Pegasus Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Pegasus Airlines, departs from Zurich on Thu, 30 Oct, arriving in Zayed International.Inbound indirect flight with Pegasus Airlines, departs from Zayed International on Mon, 3 Nov, arriving in Zurich.Price includes taxes and charges.From $490, select.
Abu Dhabi.$555 per passenger.Departing Fri, 25 Apr, returning Tue, 6 May.Return flight with Pegasus Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Pegasus Airlines, departs from Zurich on Fri, 25 Apr, arriving in Zayed International.Inbound indirect flight with Pegasus Airlines, departs from Zayed International on Tue, 6 May, arriving in Zurich.Price includes taxes and charges.From $555, select.
Abu Dhabi.$564 per passenger.Departing Mon, 12 May, returning Wed, 4 Jun.Return flight with Pegasus Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Pegasus Airlines, departs from Zurich on Mon, 12 May, arriving in Zayed International.Inbound indirect flight with Pegasus Airlines, departs from Zayed International on Wed, 4 Jun, arriving in Zurich.Price includes taxes and charges.From $564, select.
Abu Dhabi.$581 per passenger.Departing Sat, 13 Sep, returning Sun, 21 Sep.Return flight with Pegasus Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Pegasus Airlines, departs from Zurich on Sat, 13 Sep, arriving in Zayed International.Inbound indirect flight with Pegasus Airlines, departs from Zayed International on Sun, 21 Sep, arriving in Zurich.Price includes taxes and charges.From $581, select.

Find the cheapest month to fly from Zurich to Zayed International

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Zurich to Zayed International flights are currently cheapest in November.
Apr
from $773
May
from $449
Jun
from $455
Jul
from $638
Aug
from $802
Sep
from $581
Oct
from $729
Nov
from $381
Dec
from $716
Jan
from $737
Feb
from $892
Mar
from $755

Direct flights from Zurich to Zayed International

Zurich to Zayed International: Alternative routes

Compare routes from Zurich to Abu Dhabi below. You may find an airport to fly into that's cheaper, faster, or easier than Zayed International.

Zurich to Abu Dhabi: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight found$381
Cheapest month to flyNovember
Average flight time6 hrs, 2 mins
Most popular airlineEtihad Airways
Average flights per week44

Finding cheap flights from Zurich to Zayed International: Frequently asked questions

The best price we found for a return flight from Zurich to Zayed International is $381. This is an estimate based on information collected from different airlines and travel providers over the last 4 days and is subject to change and availability.
6 hours and 2 minutes is the average flight time from Zurich to Zayed International.
Etihad Airways, SWISS and Garuda Indonesia fly direct from Zurich to Zayed International.
As of April 2025, there are 44 flights per week flying from Zurich to Zayed International.
The cheapest month to fly from Zurich to Zayed International is usually April 2025.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Zurich Airport to Zayed International Airport on Tuesday, 11 November 2025.
Yes – the average flight time is 6 hours and 2 minutes.
We show every price from over 1,200 airlines and travel agents, comparing them all so you don’t have to. If you know you want to fly to Zayed International but you’re not ready to book, set up a Price Alert. We’ll track prices for you, and let you know when they rise or fall.
We crunched all the numbers in our flight calendar and it looks like the cheapest time to book a flight to Abu Dhabi is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.
Currently, Pegasus Airlines and Etihad Airways offer the cheapest flight tickets to Zayed International.

Travelling from Zurich Airport (ZRH) to Abu Dhabi International Airport (AUH): what you need to know

  • Around 5 hours 55 minutes is how long you'll be travelling on a direct flight from Zurich Airport to Abu Dhabi International Airport.

  • Abu Dhabi is three hours ahead of Zurich and observes the UTC+4 timezone.

  • Flights from ZRH to AUH start at 10:20 — the earliest with Etihad Airways. The last service of the day is at 21:05 with Etihad Airways. Overall, you can take your pick of ten weekly Zurich Airport to Abu Dhabi International Airport flights.

  • Leave enough time to make your ZRH to AUH flight. Generally, it's best to arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.

  • During popular months like July, it's a good idea to get to the airport earlier than usual. Plan to arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead of an international flight whenever you're flying during a high season in general.

  • Jetting into Abu Dhabi (and then discovering more of United Arab Emirates!) is a snap with Etihad Airways. This popular airline offers direct flights from Zurich Airport to Abu Dhabi International Airport.

  • The airline that passengers book most often on this route is Etihad Airways.

  • Etihad Airways is the most punctual carrier offering ZRH to AUH flights, with 75.41% of its services reaching their destination on time.

How to find the cheapest flights from Zurich Airport (ZRH) to Abu Dhabi International Airport (AUH)

  • $138 is the best price for a one-way Zurich Airport to Abu Dhabi International Airport flight. A return flight starts at $381. These fares can change based on demand.

  • To score cheap tickets from ZRH to AUH, reserve your journey 11 months before your departure date.

  • Organise your trip for October. That's the cheapest month for flights from Zurich Airport to Abu Dhabi International Airport. If you have flexibility with your dates, try out the 'Whole month' tool to see the cheapest price across every month.

  • Landing cheap flights from ZRH to AUH is easy with Price Alerts. Simply set up one of these automatic alerts and we'll let you know when fares go down.

  • Choose your preferred arrival and departure times, airlines and number of stops with the filters. Alternatively, sort your results by 'Cheapest' to find the best deals on flights from Zurich Airport to Abu Dhabi International Airport.

Handy information about Zurich Airport (ZRH)

  • 69.02% of flights that depart Zurich Airport touch down at their destination on time.

  • Central Zurich to Zurich Airport is approximately 13 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take about 20 minutes to get there if you're driving, catching a cab or ride-sharing.

  • The trip on public transport typically takes 1 hour 35 minutes.

  • Get your break off to a leisurely start by staying near ZRH. Whether you're taking an early flight from Zurich Airport to Abu Dhabi International Airport or want to avoid feeling rushed, these stays have you covered:

Arriving at Abu Dhabi International Airport (AUH)

  • If you're landing on a late Zurich Airport to Abu Dhabi International Airport flight, nothing beats the convenience of being near the terminal. Grab your bags from the carousel and then be resting not long after at one of these options near AUH:

  • Explore without limits with an Abu Dhabi International Airport rental car. Pick up a set of wheels from Hertz, Alamo or Europcar and venture far and wide through Abu Dhabi and beyond.

  • To lock in the best rate, book your ride from Abu Dhabi International Airport a few weeks in advance. Prices typically increase closer to the day of travel.

Getting from Abu Dhabi International Airport (AUH) to central Abu Dhabi

  • Abu Dhabi International Airport is approximately 32 kilometres from central Abu Dhabi. The drive time takes about 25 minutes.

  • Getting there 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 Zurich Airport to Abu Dhabi International Airport is April, while February is the busiest. Choose the ideal time to go to Abu Dhabi based on whether you prefer a laid-back vibe or a more bustling atmosphere.

  • Lock in your flight from Zurich Airport to Abu Dhabi International Airport for July if you'd like to explore Abu Dhabi during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 29ºC (84ºF) and 43ºC (109ºF).

  • Look for cheap tickets from ZRH to AUH in January if you like travelling in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between 14ºC (57ºF) and 25ºC (77ºF) on average.

Explore more of United Arab Emirates

  • Abu Dhabi is easy to fall in love with, but there are so many other corners of United Arab Emirates just waiting to be explored. Around 121 kilometres north-east of Abu Dhabi, a visit to Dubai will keep you on the go. Start with leading attractions like Burj Khalifa, The Dubai Mall Heart and Desert safari tourism.

  • Around 145 kilometres north-east of Abu Dhabi, Sharjah is another essential stop in United Arab Emirates. Get a taste of what this destination has to offer at Al majaz waterfront, Petrofac and Al Montazah Park.

Plan the rest of your trip from Zurich to Abu Dhabi

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