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Cheap flights from Istanbul (IST) to Abu Dhabi (AUH)

IST — AUH
Oct 11 — Oct 181
Sat 10/11
Sat 10/18
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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Istanbul to Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl are usually found in April or March, booked 46 days in advance, depart on a Friday or Monday and return on a Tuesday

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Popular in

December

Cheapest in

April

Average price

$267

Good round-trip deal

$506 or less

Good one-way deal

$181 or less
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease ($4 potential savings vs. average RT price).
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Everything you need to know about your flight from Istanbul Airport to Abu Dhabi

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Istanbul Airport to Abu Dhabi?

Currently, March is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Istanbul Airport to Abu Dhabi (average of $893). Flying from Istanbul Airport to Abu Dhabi in December is currently the most expensive (average of $1,427). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from IST to AUH?

Find hourly flight availability from Istanbul to Abu Dhabi. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated September 11, 2025.

One of the essential ways to save on airfare from Istanbul Airport to Abu Dhabi is to remain as flexible as possible. Flights that are at noon tend to be the most expensive. A flight in the afternoon could potentially save you up to 68% on airfare.

Reviews of airlines servicing Abu Dhabi

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Abu Dhabi. Read reviews, discover amenities, and learn about the overall travel experience offered by airlines. Use this information to make informed decisions when choosing an airline for your flight to Abu Dhabi. Reviews last updated September 11, 2025.
Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown with Etihad Airways, Turkish Airlines, and Pegasus Airlines from Istanbul Airport to Abu Dhabi to help guide your decision. You can also see how each airline stacks up in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Etihad Airways
7.4
Good
1,250 reviews

Food

7.2

Boarding

7.6

Overall

7.4

Entertainment

7.3

Crew

7.8

Comfort

7.3

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Apr 2025

JFK - AUH

Low load on JFK to AUH. Got a whole row to myself. Modern airline and airplane. Only vegetarian option available on same route. It was delicious though. AUH BKK was packed to the gills. Nothing wrong with the flight though.
Etihad Airways
7.4
Good
1,250 reviews
Etihad Airways
7.4
Good
1,250 reviews

Food

7.2

Boarding

7.6

Overall

7.4

Entertainment

7.3

Crew

7.8

Comfort

7.3

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Apr 2025

JFK - AUH

Low load on JFK to AUH. Got a whole row to myself. Modern airline and airplane. Only vegetarian option available on same route. It was delicious though. AUH BKK was packed to the gills. Nothing wrong with the flight though.
Turkish Airlines
7.3
Good
3,968 reviews
Etihad Airways
7.4
Good
1,250 reviews

Food

7.2

Boarding

7.6

Overall

7.4

Entertainment

7.3

Crew

7.8

Comfort

7.3

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Apr 2025

JFK - AUH

Low load on JFK to AUH. Got a whole row to myself. Modern airline and airplane. Only vegetarian option available on same route. It was delicious though. AUH BKK was packed to the gills. Nothing wrong with the flight though.
Pegasus Airlines
6.8
Okay
639 reviews
Etihad Airways
7.4
Good
1,250 reviews

Food

7.2

Boarding

7.6

Overall

7.4

Entertainment

7.3

Crew

7.8

Comfort

7.3

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Apr 2025

JFK - AUH

Low load on JFK to AUH. Got a whole row to myself. Modern airline and airplane. Only vegetarian option available on same route. It was delicious though. AUH BKK was packed to the gills. Nothing wrong with the flight though.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Istanbul to Abu Dhabi. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

  • What airport do you fly into for flights to Abu Dhabi from Istanbul?

    For a flight from Istanbul to Abu Dhabi, you will be flying into Zayed Intl. Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl (AUH) is just 17.4 mi from the center of the city. Zayed Intl is the only Abu Dhabi airport and it handles 6 inbound flights from Istanbul per day. 3 airlines have flights to Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl from Istanbul on a regular basis.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Istanbul Airport to Abu Dhabi round-trip?

    Our cheapest airline available from Istanbul Airport to Abu Dhabi is Pegasus Airlines. Our recent data shows that you can find tickets from as low as $104 on this airline. Additional options worth looking into are Etihad Airways and Turkish Airlines, starting at $126 and $196 round-trip. These flights start at 60% lower than the current average price 3 months from now.

  • What are the most reliable airlines from Istanbul Airport to Abu Dhabi?

    Before booking your flight to Abu Dhabi from Istanbul Airport, check out the most reliable airlines to get you to your destination on time: Etihad Airways (82%), Turkish Airlines (82%), Garuda Indonesia( 82%).

  • Can I find deals for flights from Istanbul to Abu Dhabi that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on Istanbul to Abu Dhabi flights, Cheapflights offers vacation packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from Istanbul to Abu Dhabi?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from Istanbul to Abu Dhabi.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Istanbul to Abu Dhabi?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Istanbul to Abu Dhabi by cabin class. In addition to browsing deals, you can also filter by cabin class on the search results page after making a search.

  • What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Istanbul Airport to Abu Dhabi?

    Currently, March is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Istanbul Airport to Abu Dhabi (average of $893). Flying from Istanbul Airport to Abu Dhabi in December is currently the most expensive (average of $1,427). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

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Top 3 airlines flying from Istanbul to Abu Dhabi

Discover the top 3 airlines that operate flights from Istanbul to Abu Dhabi. Compare their services, reliability, and customer satisfaction ratings to choose the airline that best suits your travel preferences and needs. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated September 11, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Pegasus AirlinesCheapest$104Average$211FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time82%
Etihad AirwaysCheapest$126Average$294FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
Turkish AirlinesCheapest$196Average$369FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%

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