$440+ Cheap flights from San Francisco (SFO) 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 4/12. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SFO — AUH
Apr 14 — Apr 211
Round-trip
1 adult, Economy
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This Etihad Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/14. 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 Etihad Airways is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 3/2912:25 am
SFO
- AUH
1 stop25h 00m
Multiple Airlines
Tue 4/142:35 am
AUH
- SFO
1 stop22h 52m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 3/14![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$890
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/12. 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 3/2411:59 pm
SFO
- AUH
1 stop25h 16m
Multiple Airlines
Tue 3/319:00 am
AUH
- SFO
1 stop26h 59m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 3/12![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$903
This Etihad Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/14. 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 Etihad Airways is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 4/115:30 am
SFO
- AUH
1 stop20h 00m
Multiple Airlines
Fri 4/172:35 am
AUH
- SFO
1 stop32h 46m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 3/14![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$913
This Etihad Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/12. 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 Etihad Airways is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 5/25:30 am
SFO
- AUH
1 stop20h 00m
Multiple Airlines
Wed 5/62:55 am
AUH
- SFO
1 stop22h 12m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 3/12![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$916
This SAUDIA deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/10. 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.
Fri 4/2410:55 pm
SFO
- AUH
2 stops28h 05m
Multiple Airlines
Fri 5/18:30 pm
AUH
- SFO
2 stops37h 42m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 3/10![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$953
This KAYAK deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/10. 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 KAYAK is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 8/1611:10 pm
SFO
- AUH
1 stop26h 20m
Etihad Airways
Fri 8/282:35 am
AUH
- SFO
1 stop22h 40m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 3/10![Etihad Airways logo]()
$975
This SAUDIA deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/14. 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 5/410:55 pm
SFO
- AUH
2 stops28h 10m
SAUDIA
Thu 5/79:25 pm
AUH
- SFO
2 stops36h 24m
SAUDIA
Deal found 3/14![SAUDIA logo]()
$981
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/12. 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.
Sun 4/266:45 pm
SFO
- AUH
1 stop18h 40m
Turkish Airlines
Sun 5/37:25 am
AUH
- SFO
1 stop38h 25m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 3/12![Turkish Airlines logo]()
$993
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/12. 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.
Thu 3/197:50 pm
SFO
- AUH
1 stop24h 10m
Turkish Airlines
Sun 3/297:30 am
AUH
- SFO
1 stop20h 10m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 3/12![Turkish Airlines logo]()
$999
Best flights from San Francisco to Abu DhabiDiscover carefully curated flight deals from San Francisco to Abu Dhabi that have cost, travel time, and layovers in mind to ensure you get the best travel experience. Data last updated March 15, 2026.
Discover carefully curated flight deals from San Francisco to Abu Dhabi that have cost, travel time, and layovers in mind to ensure you get the best travel experience. Data last updated March 15, 2026.
This Etihad Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/14. 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 Etihad Airways is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 4/115:30 am
SFO
- AUH
1 stop20h 00m
Multiple Airlines
Fri 4/172:35 am
AUH
- SFO
1 stop32h 46m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 3/14![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$913
This KAYAK deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/10. 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 KAYAK is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 8/1611:10 pm
SFO
- AUH
1 stop26h 20m
Etihad Airways
Fri 8/282:35 am
AUH
- SFO
1 stop22h 40m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 3/10![Etihad Airways logo]()
$975
This SAUDIA deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/14. 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 5/410:55 pm
SFO
- AUH
2 stops28h 10m
SAUDIA
Thu 5/79:25 pm
AUH
- SFO
2 stops36h 24m
SAUDIA
Deal found 3/14![SAUDIA logo]()
$981
This Turkish Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/10. 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 Turkish Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 5/412:55 pm
SFO
- AUH
1 stop30h 25m
Turkish Airlines
Wed 5/61:30 am
AUH
- SFO
1 stop20h 20m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 3/10![Turkish Airlines logo]()
$1,053
This China Eastern deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/14. 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 China Eastern is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 4/1112:00 pm
SFO
- AUH
2 stops49h 25m
China Eastern
Sat 4/188:50 pm
AUH
- SFO
2 stops47h 15m
China Eastern
Deal found 3/14![China Eastern logo]()
$1,126
This Etihad Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/10. 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 Etihad Airways is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 4/245:30 am
SFO
- AUH
1 stop20h 00m
Multiple Airlines
Thu 4/302:55 am
AUH
- SFO
1 stop22h 12m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 3/10![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$976
This SAUDIA deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/12. 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.
Sat 5/27:05 am
SFO
- AUH
2 stops28h 40m
Multiple Airlines
Thu 5/79:25 pm
AUH
- SFO
2 stops36h 24m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 3/12![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$993
Last-minute flights from San Francisco to Abu DhabiDiscover last-minute flight deals from San Francisco to Abu Dhabi. Data last updated March 15, 2026 and is based on user searches.
Discover last-minute flight deals from San Francisco to Abu Dhabi. Data last updated March 15, 2026 and is based on user searches.
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/12. 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.
Thu 3/197:50 pm
SFO
- AUH
1 stop24h 10m
Turkish Airlines
Sun 3/297:30 am
AUH
- SFO
1 stop20h 10m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 3/12![Turkish Airlines logo]()
$999
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/12. 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 3/2411:59 pm
SFO
- AUH
1 stop25h 16m
Multiple Airlines
Tue 3/319:00 am
AUH
- SFO
1 stop26h 59m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 3/12![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$903
This Etihad Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/14. 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 Etihad Airways is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 3/2912:25 am
SFO
- AUH
1 stop25h 00m
Multiple Airlines
Tue 4/142:35 am
AUH
- SFO
1 stop22h 52m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 3/14![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$890
This lastminute.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/14. 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 lastminute.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 3/3010:55 pm
SFO
- AUH
2 stops27h 05m
SAUDIA
Tue 4/142:05 am
AUH
- SFO
2 stops30h 18m
SAUDIA
Deal found 3/14![SAUDIA logo]()
$1,045
This Etihad Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/14. 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 Etihad Airways is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 4/115:30 am
SFO
- AUH
1 stop20h 00m
Multiple Airlines
Fri 4/172:35 am
AUH
- SFO
1 stop32h 46m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 3/14![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$913
This China Eastern deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/14. 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 China Eastern is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 4/1112:00 pm
SFO
- AUH
2 stops49h 25m
China Eastern
Sat 4/1811:20 pm
AUH
- SFO
1 stop44h 45m
China Eastern
Deal found 3/14![China Eastern logo]()
$1,118
This SAUDIA deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/10. 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.
Fri 4/2410:55 pm
SFO
- AUH
2 stops28h 05m
Multiple Airlines
Fri 5/18:30 pm
AUH
- SFO
2 stops37h 42m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 3/10![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$953
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/12. 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.
Sun 4/266:45 pm
SFO
- AUH
1 stop18h 40m
Turkish Airlines
Sun 5/37:25 am
AUH
- SFO
1 stop38h 25m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 3/12![Turkish Airlines logo]()
$993
One-way flights from San Francisco to Abu DhabiSearch for one-way flight options from San Francisco to Abu Dhabi. Find affordable one-way fares based on user searches. Data last updated March 15, 2026.
Search for one-way flight options from San Francisco to Abu Dhabi. Find affordable one-way fares based on user searches. Data last updated March 15, 2026.
This Etihad Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/14. 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 Etihad Airways is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 4/1212:30 am
SFO
- AUH
1 stop24h 55m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 3/14![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$440
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/12. 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 4/118:15 pm
SFO
- AUH
1 stop29h 30m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 3/12![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$462
This IEagle deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/12. 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.
Sat 4/116:45 pm
SFO
- AUH
2 stops29h 10m
Air India
Deal found 3/12![Air India logo]()
$492
This Etihad Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/13. 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 Etihad Airways is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 4/125:30 am
SFO
- AUH
1 stop20h 00m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 3/13![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$535
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/11. 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.
Tue 3/247:50 pm
SFO
- AUH
1 stop24h 10m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 3/11![Turkish Airlines logo]()
$545
This China Eastern deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/14. 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 China Eastern is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 4/1312:00 pm
SFO
- AUH
2 stops49h 25m
China Eastern
Deal found 3/14![China Eastern logo]()
$559
This IEagle deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/12. 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.
Fri 4/310:30 am
SFO
- AUH
1 stop37h 25m
Air India
Deal found 3/12![Air India logo]()
$657
This IEagle deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/13. 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.
Fri 3/273:25 pm
SFO
- AUH
2 stops32h 25m
Air India
Deal found 3/13![Air India logo]()
$744
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/12. 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.
Thu 3/267:50 pm
SFO
- AUH
1 stop24h 10m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 3/12![Turkish Airlines logo]()
$784
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/13. 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.
Fri 3/207:50 pm
SFO
- AUH
1 stop23h 25m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 3/13![Turkish Airlines logo]()
$819
Find flight deals from San Francisco to Abu Dhabi
Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from San Francisco (SFO) to Abu Dhabi (AUH). Learn about various techniques such as flexible date searches, comparing prices across and setting up price alerts. Use these methods to find the cheapest flights available for your travel needs. Data last updated March 15, 2026.
Most accurate provider | FlightHub 3 stars |
|---|---|
Most trusted provider | FlightHub 3 stars |
Round-trip from | $903 (FlightHub) |
One-way from | $440 (Etihad Airways) |
Popular in | December |
Cheapest in | February |
Average price | $1,121 |
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Customize your flight search to find flights from San Francisco 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 March 15, 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from San Francisco to Abu Dhabi that are best for you.
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Fly to
Route
Depart
Return
Cheapest round-trip
San FranciscoAbu Dhabi
SFO - AUH
SFOAUH
San Francisco
Sat 4/11
5:30 am-12:30 pm
1 stop20h 00m
Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl
Fri 4/17
2:35 am-12:21 am
1 stop32h 46m
$913
San FranciscoAbu Dhabi
SFO - AUH
SFOAUH
San Francisco
Sun 8/16
11:10 pm-12:30 pm
1 stop26h 20m
Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl
Fri 8/28
2:35 am-2:15 pm
1 stop22h 40m
$975
Quickest round-trip
San FranciscoAbu Dhabi
SFO - AUH
SFOAUH
San Francisco
Fri 4/24
5:30 am-12:30 pm
1 stop20h 00m
Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl
Thu 4/30
2:55 am-2:07 pm
1 stop22h 12m
$976
San FranciscoAbu Dhabi
SFO - AUH
SFOAUH
San Francisco
Mon 5/4
10:55 pm-2:05 pm
2 stops28h 10m
Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl
Thu 5/7
9:25 pm-10:49 pm
2 stops36h 24m
$981
San FranciscoAbu Dhabi
SFO - AUH
SFOAUH
San Francisco
Sat 5/2
7:05 am-10:45 pm
2 stops28h 40m
Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl
Thu 5/7
9:25 pm-10:49 pm
2 stops36h 24m
$993
San FranciscoAbu Dhabi
SFO - AUH
SFOAUH
San Francisco
Mon 5/4
12:55 pm-6:20 am
1 stop30h 25m
Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl
Wed 5/6
1:30 am-10:50 am
1 stop20h 20m
$1,053
San FranciscoAbu Dhabi
SFO - AUH
SFOAUH
San Francisco
Sat 4/11
12:00 pm-12:25 am
2 stops49h 25m
Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl
Sat 4/18
8:50 pm-9:05 am
2 stops47h 15m
$1,126
Cheapest one-way
San FranciscoAbu Dhabi
SFO - AUH
SFOAUH
San Francisco
Sun 4/12
12:30 am-12:25 pm
1 stop24h 55m
$440
San FranciscoAbu Dhabi
SFO - AUH
SFOAUH
San Francisco
Sat 4/11
6:45 pm-10:55 am
2 stops29h 10m
$492
Quickest one-way
San FranciscoAbu Dhabi
SFO - AUH
SFOAUH
San Francisco
Sun 4/12
5:30 am-12:30 pm
1 stop20h 00m
$535
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Compare providers for flights from San Francisco to Abu Dhabi
Provider information is updated monthly. Please note that these providers often have deals for this flight, but the availability may vary on a day-by-day basis on Cheapflights.
Use the table below to compare price accuracy, trust ratings, and cancellation policies for each provider offering flight deals from San Francisco to Abu Dhabi in March.
| Provider | Price Accuracy | Trust Score* |
|---|---|---|
| Price Accuracy1 star | Trust Score*3 stars | |
| Price Accuracy2 stars | Trust Score*2 stars | |
| Price Accuracy2 stars | Trust Score*3 stars | |
| Price Accuracy3 stars | Trust Score*3 stars | |
| Price Accuracy- | Trust Score*1 star |
- Most accurate provider: When it comes to deals on San Francisco-Abu Dhabi flights, users find the pricing of FlightHub to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub Users can find the same prices on San Francisco-Abu Dhabi flight deals on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from San Francisco-Abu Dhabi flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
- Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on San Francisco-Abu Dhabi flights, Cheapflights users trust FlightHub the most. FlightHub has received a user feedback score of 3 out of 3 stars (3 being the best), meaning they have been trusted the most by Cheapflights users looking for San Francisco-Abu Dhabi flight deals. Provider user feedback score is based on Cheapflights searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
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Cheapflights Insights
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What’s the top layover airport for flights from San Francisco to Abu Dhabi?
Share of 1-stop round-trip flights from San Francisco to Abu Dhabi chosen by Cheapflights users in the past 12 months, using the same layover each way.
New York (JFK) – chosen by Cheapflights users on 40% of 1-stop itineraries from San Francisco to Abu Dhabi on Cheapflights.
What’s the cheapest layover airport for flights from San Francisco to Abu Dhabi?
Average round-trip fare for 1-stop flights from San Francisco to Abu Dhabi, chosen by Cheapflights users in the past 12 months, with the same layover each way.
New York (JFK) is the most affordable 1-stop option, with an average round-trip price of $918.
What’s the fastest layover option from San Francisco to Abu Dhabi?
Shortest average travel time for 1-stop one-way flights from San Francisco to Abu Dhabi, based on itineraries clicked by Cheapflights users over the past 12 months, grouped by layover airport.
Flights via Doha (DOH) have the shortest average one-way travel time for 1-stop routes: 18h 20m.
Which airport typically offers the quickest layover for flights from San Francisco to Abu Dhabi?
Average layover duration for 1-stop one-way flights from San Francisco to Abu Dhabi, chosen by Cheapflights users in the last 12 months, grouped by stopover airport.
Flights via Istanbul (IST) offer the fastest connection on this route, with an average layover time of 1h 30m.
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 March 15, 2026.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from San Francisco to Abu Dhabi, such as Emirates,Qatar Airways, andEtihad Airways. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Comfort
8.0
Overall
8.1
Boarding
8.1
Entertainment
8.2
Crew
8.3
Food
7.9
Reviews
1 / 20
6.0
GoodAnonymous,Mar 2026
SFO - DXB
Comfort
8.0
Overall
8.1
Boarding
8.1
Entertainment
8.2
Crew
8.3
Food
7.9
Reviews
1 / 20
6.0
GoodAnonymous,Mar 2026
SFO - DXB
Comfort
8.0
Overall
8.1
Boarding
8.1
Entertainment
8.2
Crew
8.3
Food
7.9
Reviews
1 / 20
6.0
GoodAnonymous,Mar 2026
SFO - DXB
Comfort
8.0
Overall
8.1
Boarding
8.1
Entertainment
8.2
Crew
8.3
Food
7.9
Reviews
1 / 20
6.0
GoodAnonymous,Mar 2026
SFO - DXB
Comfort
8.0
Overall
8.1
Boarding
8.1
Entertainment
8.2
Crew
8.3
Food
7.9
Reviews
1 / 20
6.0
GoodAnonymous,Mar 2026
SFO - DXB
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