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$343+ 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 11/1. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
LAX — AUH
Aug 23 — Aug 301
Sat 8/23
Sat 8/30
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap 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 August 18, 2025.

Round-trip from

$702
(FlightHub)

One-way from

$343
(Kiwi.com)

Popular in

April

Cheapest in

September

Average price

$1,013
From California to Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl
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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 August 18, 2025.

This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/16. 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 FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 9/148:30 pmSFO - AUH
2 stops35h 20mAir India
Sun 9/218:00 pmAUH - SFO
1 stop33h 00mAir India
Deal found 8/16$702
This IEagle deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/18. 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 IEagle is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 9/159:00 pmSFO - AUH
2 stops36h 55mAir India
Sun 9/2112:15 amAUH - SFO
1 stop28h 45mAir India
Deal found 8/18$757
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/17. 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 FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 9/129:00 pmSFO - AUH
2 stops36h 55mAir India
Thu 9/1812:15 amAUH - SFO
1 stop28h 45mAir India
Deal found 8/17$767
This SAUDIA deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/18. 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 SAUDIA is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 9/1510:55 pmSFO - AUH
2 stops27h 40mMultiple Airlines
Mon 9/222:30 pmAUH - SFO
2 stops39h 22mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 8/18$777
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/16. 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 FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 8/308:00 pmSFO - AUH
2 stops40h 15mAir India
Sun 9/78:00 pmAUH - SFO
1 stop33h 00mAir India
Deal found 8/16$839
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/17. 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 FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 9/1212:40 pmSFO - AUH
1 stop30h 35mTurkish Airlines
Fri 9/197:15 amAUH - SFO
1 stop38h 20mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 8/17$872
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/17. 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 FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 8/278:00 pmSFO - AUH
2 stops40h 15mAir India
Mon 9/18:00 pmAUH - SFO
1 stop33h 00mAir India
Deal found 8/17$883
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/18. 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 FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 9/177:55 pmLAX - AUH
1 stop41h 40mTurkish Airlines
Wed 9/247:15 amAUH - LAX
1 stop26h 10mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 8/18$885
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/17. 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 FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 10/79:00 pmSFO - AUH
2 stops36h 55mAir India
Sat 10/1810:00 pmAUH - SFO
1 stop30h 30mAir India
Deal found 8/17$896
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/16. 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 oojo is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 10/16:45 pmSFO - AUH
1 stop24h 30mTurkish Airlines
Wed 10/87:15 amAUH - SFO
1 stop20h 25mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 8/16$904
This CrystalTravel deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/16. 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 CrystalTravel is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 10/2212:10 amLAX - AUH
1 stop19h 05mTurkish Airlines
Tue 10/287:55 amAUH - LAX
1 stop20h 55mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 8/16$910
This CrystalTravel deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/16. 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 CrystalTravel is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 10/612:40 pmSFO - AUH
1 stop30h 35mTurkish Airlines
Sun 10/121:35 amAUH - SFO
1 stop20h 00mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 8/16$915

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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 August 18, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from California to Abu Dhabi that are best for you.

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California

Fly to

Abu Dhabi

Route

Depart

Return

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San FranciscoAbu Dhabi

SFO - AUH

SFOAUH

San Francisco

Sun 9/14

8:30 pm-6:50 pm

2 stops35h 20m

Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

Sun 9/21

8:00 pm-6:00 pm

1 stop33h 00m

$702

San FranciscoAbu Dhabi

SFO - AUH

SFOAUH

San Francisco

Mon 9/15

9:00 pm-8:55 pm

2 stops36h 55m

Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

Sun 9/21

12:15 am-6:00 pm

1 stop28h 45m

$757

San FranciscoAbu Dhabi

SFO - AUH

SFOAUH

San Francisco

Fri 9/12

9:00 pm-8:55 pm

2 stops36h 55m

Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

Thu 9/18

12:15 am-6:00 pm

1 stop28h 45m

$767

San FranciscoAbu Dhabi

SFO - AUH

SFOAUH

San Francisco

Mon 9/15

10:55 pm-1:35 pm

2 stops27h 40m

Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

Mon 9/22

2:30 pm-6:52 pm

2 stops39h 22m

$777

San FranciscoAbu Dhabi

SFO - AUH

SFOAUH

San Francisco

Mon 2/2

4:00 pm-2:05 pm

2 stops34h 05m

Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

Mon 2/23

8:35 pm-6:35 pm

2 stops34h 00m

$817

San FranciscoAbu Dhabi

SFO - AUH

SFOAUH

San Francisco

Sat 8/30

8:00 pm-11:15 pm

2 stops40h 15m

Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

Sun 9/7

8:00 pm-6:00 pm

1 stop33h 00m

$839

Los AngelesAbu Dhabi

LAX - AUH

LAXAUH

Los Angeles

Wed 9/17

7:55 pm-6:15 am

1 stop23h 20m

Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

Wed 9/24

7:15 am-10:25 pm

1 stop26h 10m

$853

San FranciscoAbu Dhabi

SFO - AUH

SFOAUH

San Francisco

Fri 9/12

12:40 pm-6:15 am

1 stop30h 35m

Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

Fri 9/19

7:15 am-10:35 am

1 stop38h 20m

$872

San FranciscoAbu Dhabi

SFO - AUH

SFOAUH

San Francisco

Tue 10/7

9:00 pm-8:55 pm

2 stops36h 55m

Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

Sat 10/18

10:00 pm-5:30 pm

1 stop30h 30m

$896

Los AngelesAbu Dhabi

LAX - AUH

LAXAUH

Los Angeles

Thu 10/23

1:40 pm-12:35 am

1 stop23h 55m

Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

Tue 10/28

7:55 am-5:50 pm

1 stop20h 55m

$910

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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, March is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from California to Abu Dhabi (average of $893). Flying from California 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 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 August 18, 2025.

When flying from California to Abu Dhabi, the time of day you decide to fly out makes little to no difference towards the overall price you’ll pay on tickets.

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 India, Turkish Airlines, and Qatar Airways can get you from California to Abu Dhabi in just under 23h 14m. Your travel time can differ by up to 12h 06m. There are 8197 mi between California and Abu Dhabi. This flight may include one or multiple stops.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from California to Abu Dhabi one-way?

    $419 is the cheapest one-way deal found within the past few days, from Air India. You may also be able to find cheap deals on SAUDIA and Etihad Airways, with prices starting from $446 and $876, respectively.

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

    The most popular flight routes from California to Abu Dhabi are Los Angeles - Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl, San Francisco - Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl and Ontario - 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, March is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from California to Abu Dhabi (average of $893). Flying from California 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 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 August 18, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Turkish AirlinesCheapest$810Average$986FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
Qatar AirwaysCheapest$882Average$1,150FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
EmiratesCheapest$902Average$1,089FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
SAUDIACheapest$935Average$1,029FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time86%
Etihad AirwaysCheapest$1,040Average$1,295FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%

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