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Cheap Flights from New York to Abu Dhabi

11-19 hours with connections flight. Airlines: Emirates, Qatar Airways, Etihad +2 more. Fares from $700.

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New York to Abu Dhabi Flight Overview

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Flight Details

  • Duration: 11-19 hours with connections
  • Direct Flights: No (connection required)
  • From: JFK, LGA, EWR
  • To: AUH
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Typical Prices

  • Economy: $700-1500 roundtrip
  • Cheapest: May, June, September
  • Priciest: December, January, March

Airlines Flying New York to Abu Dhabi

EmiratesQatar AirwaysEtihadTurkish AirlinesDelta

Common connection cities: London, Paris, Frankfurt

Consider a stopover to break up the journey and explore another city.

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Tips for Cheap New York to Abu Dhabi Flights

1Etihad Airways offers the only nonstop service at 12 hours 30 minutes from JFK. Book directly through Etihad's website for exclusive web fares that can save $100-200 compared to third-party booking sites and OTAs.
2Tuesday, Wednesday, and Saturday departures are cheapest, often $150-250 less than Monday or Friday flights. Etihad adjusts pricing daily, so check multiple days within your travel week for the best deal.
3Travel during Abu Dhabi's shoulder seasons (March to April or October to November) for fares $300-500 cheaper than peak winter months. You'll still get great weather while avoiding December to February premium pricing.
4Consider stopover flights through European hubs like London, Frankfurt, or Paris if you find direct Etihad flights expensive. Emirates via Dubai is often competitively priced and offers excellent service with similar travel times.
5Book at least 6-8 weeks ahead for the best balance of selection and price. Last-minute bookings (under 3 weeks) typically cost 40-60% more, while booking too far ahead (over 4 months) offers minimal additional savings.

💡Savings tip: Book 6-8 weeks ahead for the best New York to Abu Dhabi fares. Flexibility with dates can save you 20-30%.

FAQs About Flights to New York to Abu Dhabi

Etihad's nonstop flight takes 12 hours 30 minutes westbound and about 14 hours eastbound due to headwinds. One-stop flights through European or Middle Eastern hubs take 15-18 hours total. Most connections add 2-5 hours depending on layover duration.

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