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$388+ Cheap flights from California to Abu Dhabi (AUH)

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 1/19. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
LAX — AUH
Jan 19 — Jan 261
Mon 1/19
Mon 1/26
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from California to Abu Dhabi

Cheapest flights from California to Abu Dhabi
Explore the most affordable flight options available from California to Abu Dhabi. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on December 20, 2025.

This Justfly.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/19. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Justfly.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 12/294:30 pmSFO - AUH
2 stops43h 10mAir India
Sun 1/411:35 pmAUH - SFO
2 stops26h 55mAir India
Deal found 12/19$1,211
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/18. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 12/2411:59 pmLAX - AUH
1 stop24h 31mMultiple Airlines
Wed 3/410:30 pmAUH - LAX
2 stops31h 35mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/18$1,384
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/18. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 12/2411:59 pmLAX - AUH
1 stop24h 31mMultiple Airlines
Mon 3/28:20 amAUH - LAX
2 stops45h 45mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/18$1,422
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/18. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 12/301:10 pmSFO - AUH
1 stop24h 10mMultiple Airlines
Sun 1/1110:30 pmAUH - SFO
2 stops29h 05mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/18$1,433
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/18. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 12/2411:59 pmLAX - AUH
1 stop24h 31mMultiple Airlines
Wed 3/44:05 amAUH - LAX
2 stops26h 00mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/18$1,445
This Ovago deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/19. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Ovago is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 12/2912:00 pmSFO - AUH
1 stop45h 10mChina Eastern
Sat 1/109:20 pmAUH - SFO
2 stops47h 40mChina Eastern
Deal found 12/19$1,450
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/18. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 12/2411:59 pmLAX - AUH
1 stop24h 31mMultiple Airlines
Fri 3/611:30 pmAUH - LAX
2 stops44h 05mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/18$1,454
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/18. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 12/2411:59 pmLAX - AUH
1 stop24h 31mMultiple Airlines
Mon 3/24:05 amAUH - LAX
2 stops26h 00mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/18$1,455
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/18. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 12/2411:59 pmLAX - AUH
1 stop24h 31mMultiple Airlines
Sat 2/288:45 amAUH - LAX
2 stops45h 25mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/18$1,459
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/18. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 12/284:30 pmSFO - AUH
2 stops40h 35mMultiple Airlines
Sat 1/102:35 amAUH - SFO
2 stops48h 00mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/18$1,485
This TAP AIR PORTUGAL deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/18. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure TAP AIR PORTUGAL is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 12/234:45 pmLAX - AUH
1 stop39h 00mTAP AIR PORTUGAL
Wed 3/42:05 amAUH - LAX
1 stop24h 35mTAP AIR PORTUGAL
Deal found 12/18$1,496
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/18. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 12/301:10 pmSFO - AUH
1 stop24h 10mMultiple Airlines
Sat 1/1011:30 pmAUH - SFO
2 stops50h 30mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/18$1,517

Find flight deals from California to Abu Dhabi

Keep the following information in mind while searching for California to Abu Dhabi flight deals. Data was last updated December 20, 2025.

Most accurate provider

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3 stars

Most trusted provider

oojo
3 stars

Round-trip from

$689
(Booking.com)

One-way from

$388
(Kiwi.com)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

September

Average price

$1,415
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 9% potential increase in price ($99 potential increase over avg. RT price).
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Customize your flight search to find flights from California to Abu Dhabi that fit within your specific budget. Explore options based on user searches and filter the results based on your desired price range. Find flights that match your budget for a cost-effective journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated December 20, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from California to Abu Dhabi that are best for you.

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Los AngelesAbu Dhabi

LAX - AUH

LAXAUH

Los Angeles

Mon 4/20

11:25 pm-5:45 pm

1 stop31h 20m

Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

Wed 4/22

8:10 pm-8:10 pm

1 stop35h 00m

$689

Las VegasAbu Dhabi

LAS - AUH

LASAUH

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

Tue 2/3

3:45 pm-3:25 pm

2 stops35h 40m

Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

Tue 2/10

4:25 pm-7:14 pm

2 stops38h 49m

$786

San FranciscoAbu Dhabi

SFO - AUH

SFOAUH

San Francisco

Mon 2/2

10:55 pm-1:55 pm

2 stops27h 00m

Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

Mon 2/9

2:50 pm-4:05 pm

2 stops37h 15m

$828

San FranciscoAbu Dhabi

SFO - AUH

SFOAUH

San Francisco

Sun 3/15

3:25 pm-12:25 pm

2 stops34h 00m

Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

Thu 3/19

1:40 pm-1:25 pm

1 stop34h 45m

$843

San FranciscoAbu Dhabi

SFO - AUH

SFOAUH

San Francisco

Sat 2/14

4:30 pm-10:35 pm

2 stops42h 05m

Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

Sun 2/22

11:35 pm-8:50 pm

2 stops33h 15m

$844

Los AngelesAbu Dhabi

LAX - AUH

LAXAUH

Los Angeles

Wed 2/11

1:05 pm-1:20 am

1 stop24h 15m

Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

Thu 2/19

2:20 am-4:50 pm

1 stop26h 30m

$859

Los AngelesAbu Dhabi

LAX - AUH

LAXAUH

Los Angeles

Tue 3/31

8:10 pm-12:25 am

1 stop41h 15m

Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

Mon 4/13

1:30 am-6:15 pm

1 stop27h 45m

$859

San FranciscoAbu Dhabi

SFO - AUH

SFOAUH

San Francisco

Wed 2/11

4:30 pm-10:35 pm

2 stops42h 05m

Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

Wed 2/18

1:40 pm-12:25 pm

1 stop34h 45m

$863

San FranciscoAbu Dhabi

SFO - AUH

SFOAUH

San Francisco

Mon 1/26

10:55 pm-1:55 pm

2 stops27h 00m

Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

Tue 2/17

4:25 pm-4:08 pm

2 stops35h 43m

$888

San FranciscoAbu Dhabi

SFO - AUH

SFOAUH

San Francisco

Tue 1/27

10:55 pm-3:25 pm

2 stops28h 30m

Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

Tue 2/17

4:25 pm-4:08 pm

2 stops35h 43m

$888

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Best time to book a flight from California to Abu Dhabi

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Everything you need to know about your flight from California to Abu Dhabi

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

Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from California to Abu Dhabi (average of $613). Flying from California to Abu Dhabi in July is currently the most expensive (average of $723). 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 CA to AUH?

Find hourly flight availability from California 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 December 20, 2025.

One of the essential ways to save on airfare from California to Abu Dhabi is to remain as flexible as possible. Flights that are in the morning tend to be the most expensive. A flight in the afternoon could potentially save you up to 29% on airfare.

What is the cheapest day to fly from California to Abu Dhabi?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from California to Abu Dhabi. Price data was last updated on December 16, 2024.

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their California to Abu Dhabi flight should consider departing on Wednesday evenings when fares are most often at their lowest. Thursday mornings flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from California 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 California?

    Located just 17.4 mi from the city center, Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl (AUH) is the airport most travelers will use when flying to Abu Dhabi from California.

  • How long is the flight from California to Abu Dhabi?

    Air China, SAUDIA, and Air India can get you from California to Abu Dhabi in just under 27h. Your travel time can differ by up to 15h 05m. There are 8139 mi between California and Abu Dhabi. This flight may include one or multiple stops.

  • What are the most popular routes from California to Abu Dhabi?

    The most popular flight routes from California to Abu Dhabi are San Francisco - Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl, Los Angeles - Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl and San Jose - Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl.

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

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

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from California 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 California to Abu Dhabi?

    Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from California to Abu Dhabi (average of $613). Flying from California to Abu Dhabi in July is currently the most expensive (average of $723). 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 5 airlines flying from California to Abu Dhabi

Discover the top 5 airlines that operate flights from California 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 December 20, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Turkish AirlinesCheapest$622Average$838FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
Etihad AirwaysCheapest$667Average$1,147FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
Qatar AirwaysCheapest$898Average$1,091FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
EmiratesCheapest$901Average$1,048FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
SAUDIACheapest$935Average$1,287FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time86%

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