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$492 Find Cheap Flights from Sydney to Abu Dhabi

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Cheap Flights from Sydney to Abu Dhabi (SYD-AUH)

 
Here are some of the best deals found on KAYAK recently from the most popular airlines for return flights from Sydney to Abu Dhabi that are departing in the next months. While these flights were available on KAYAK in the last 72 hours, prices and availability are subject to change and deals may expire.
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Recent return flight deals from Sydney to Abu Dhabi

Sun, 20 Jul - Thu, 21 Aug
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12:50 - 12:25SYD-AUH
29h 35m3 stops
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03:45 - 19:30AUH-SYD
33h 45m3 stops
Sun, 20 Jul - Thu, 21 Aug
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12:50 - 05:40SYD-AUH
22h 50m2 stops
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03:45 - 19:30AUH-SYD
33h 45m3 stops
Sun, 20 Jul - Fri, 22 Aug
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12:50 - 12:25SYD-AUH
29h 35m3 stops
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14:10 - 19:30AUH-SYD
23h 20m2 stops
Sun, 20 Jul - Fri, 22 Aug
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12:50 - 00:40SYD-AUH
41h 50m2 stops
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08:50 - 19:30AUH-SYD
28h 40m2 stops
Sun, 20 Jul - Fri, 22 Aug
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12:50 - 12:25SYD-AUH
29h 35m3 stops
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04:30 - 19:30AUH-SYD
33h 00m3 stops
Mon, 4 Aug - Sat, 23 Aug
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12:50 - 07:50SYD-AUH
25h 00m2 stops
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03:45 - 19:30AUH-SYD
33h 45m3 stops
Fri, 1 Aug - Fri, 15 Aug
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09:15 - 07:50SYD-AUH
28h 35m2 stops
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18:55 - 07:50AUH-SYD
30h 55m2 stops
Mon, 4 Aug - Sun, 24 Aug
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12:50 - 07:50SYD-AUH
25h 00m2 stops
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14:10 - 19:30AUH-SYD
23h 20m2 stops
$1,002
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Mon, 20 Oct - Sat, 1 Nov
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21:30 - 21:20SYD-AUH
30h 50m1 stop
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23:30 - 10:00AUH-SYD
27h 30m1 stop
$1,114China Eastern
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Sun, 2 Nov - Thu, 13 Nov
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21:30 - 20:30SYD-AUH
30h 00m1 stop
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23:30 - 10:00AUH-SYD
27h 30m1 stop
$1,172China Eastern
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KAYAK's insights & trends for Sydney to Abu Dhabi flights

Get data-powered insights and trends into flights from Sydney to Abu Dhabi to help you find the cheapest flights, the best time to fly and much more.

What’s the cheapest day of the week to fly from Sydney to Abu Dhabi?

The average price of all round-trip flights from Sydney to Abu Dhabi clicked on KAYAK for each day over the last 12 months.

For Sydney to Abu Dhabi, Tuesday is the cheapest day to fly on average and Friday is the most expensive. Flying from Abu Dhabi back to Sydney, the best deals are generally found on Monday, with Saturday being the most expensive.

What is the cheapest month to fly from Sydney to Abu Dhabi?

To calculate monthly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each month over the last year for round-trip flights from Sydney to Abu Dhabi, removes the top 0.1% to account for outliers, and then takes the median of all values for each month.

The cheapest month for flights from Sydney to Abu Dhabi is May, where tickets cost $1,446 (return) on average. On the other hand, the most expensive months are December and July, where the average cost of round-trip tickets is $2,357 and $2,078 respectively.

Can I save money by flying with a stopover from Sydney to Abu Dhabi?

The average return price for all direct flights, flights with one stopover, and flights with two stopovers for the route found by users searching on KAYAK in the last 2 weeks.

Yes, flying with a stopover may cost you more time, but you can also save money on the route, with a 1 stop stopover the cheapest option at $2,455 on average.

How far in advance should I book a flight from Sydney to Abu Dhabi?

To calculate weekly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each week before departure over the last year for round-trip flights from Sydney to Abu Dhabi, removes the top 0.1% to account for outliers, and then takes the average of all the values for each week.

To get a below average price on the flight from Sydney to Abu Dhabi, you should book around 3 weeks before departure. For the absolute cheapest price, our data suggests you should book 6 weeks before departure.


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Low seasonMarch
High seasonDecember
Cheapest flight$492
Best time to beat the crowds (15% less expensive on average)
Most popular time to fly (29% more expensive on average)
Flight from Sydney to Abu Dhabi

When to book flights from Sydney to Abu Dhabi

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Sydney to Abu Dhabi based on our flight data from the last year. Discover the cheapest month and even day to fly.
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FAQs for booking flights from Sydney to Abu Dhabi

  • What is the cheapest flight from Sydney to Abu Dhabi?

    In the last 3 days, the lowest price for a flight from Sydney to Abu Dhabi was $323 for a one-way ticket and $621 for a return.

  • Which aircraft models fly most regularly from Sydney to Abu Dhabi?

    The Airbus A380-800 is the aircraft model that flies most regularly on the Sydney to Abu Dhabi flight route.

  • Which airline alliances offer flights from Sydney to Abu Dhabi?

    Star Alliance, SkyTeam, and oneworld are the airline alliances operating flights between Sydney and Abu Dhabi, with Star Alliance being the most commonly used for this route.

  • On which days can I fly direct from Sydney to Abu Dhabi?

    There are direct flights from Sydney to Abu Dhabi on a daily basis.

  • Which is the best airline for flights from Sydney to Abu Dhabi, Etihad Airways or Qatar Airways?

    The two airlines most popular with KAYAK users for flights from Sydney to Abu Dhabi are Etihad Airways and Qatar Airways. With an average price for the route of $1,808 and an overall rating of 7.4, Etihad Airways is the most popular choice. Qatar Airways is also a great choice for the route, with an average price of $2,550 and an overall rating of 7.4.

  • How does KAYAK find such low prices on flights from Sydney to Abu Dhabi?

    KAYAK is a travel search engine. That means we look across the web to find the best prices we can find for our users. With over 2 billion flight queries processed yearly, we are able to display a variety of prices and options on flights from Sydney to Abu Dhabi.

  • How does KAYAK's flight Price Forecast tool help me choose the right time to buy my flight ticket from Sydney to Abu Dhabi?

    KAYAK’s flight Price Forecast tool uses historical data to determine whether the price for a flight to Abu Dhabi from Sydney is likely to change within 7 days, so travelers know whether to wait or book now.

  • What is the Hacker Fare option on flights from Sydney to Abu Dhabi?

    Hacker Fares allow you to combine one-way tickets in order to save you money over a traditional return ticket. You could then fly to Abu Dhabi with an airline and back to Sydney with another airline.

  • What is KAYAK's "flexible dates" feature and why should I care when looking for a flight from Sydney to Abu Dhabi?

    Sometimes travel dates aren't set in stone. If your preferred travel dates have some wiggle room, flexible dates will show you all the options when flying to Abu Dhabi from Sydney up to 3 days before/after your preferred dates. You can then pick the flights that suit you best.

KAYAK’s top tips for finding a cheap flight from Sydney to Abu Dhabi

  • Looking for a cheap flight? 25% of our users found flights on this route for $894 or less one-way and $1,756 or less round-trip.

Prefer to fly direct from Sydney Kingsford Smith to Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl?

 
Direct data is based off flight results for the next 60 days. Find direct flights from all airlines flying direct from Sydney Kingsford Smith to Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl.
Find which airlines fly direct from Sydney Kingsford Smith Airport to Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl Airport, which days they fly and book direct flights.

Direct departures

Sydney Kingsford Smith to Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

Monday

Air Europa, Air New Zealand, EL AL, +8 more

Air Europa, Air New Zealand, +9 more

Tuesday

Air Europa, Air New Zealand, EL AL, +8 more

Air Europa, Air New Zealand, +9 more

Wednesday

Air Europa, Air New Zealand, EL AL, +6 more

Air Europa, Air New Zealand, +7 more

Thursday

Air Europa, Air New Zealand, EL AL, +8 more

Air Europa, Air New Zealand, +9 more

Friday

Air Europa, Air New Zealand, EL AL, +8 more

Air Europa, Air New Zealand, +9 more

Saturday

Air Europa, Air New Zealand, EL AL, +8 more

Air Europa, Air New Zealand, +9 more

Sunday

Air Europa, Air New Zealand, EL AL, +6 more

Air Europa, Air New Zealand, +7 more

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Direct returns

Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl to Sydney Kingsford Smith

Monday

Air Europa, Air New Zealand, EL AL, +8 more

Air Europa, Air New Zealand, +9 more

Tuesday

Air Europa, Air New Zealand, EL AL, +7 more

Air Europa, Air New Zealand, +8 more

Wednesday

Air Europa, Air New Zealand, EL AL, +8 more

Air Europa, Air New Zealand, +9 more

Thursday

Air Europa, Air New Zealand, EL AL, +8 more

Air Europa, Air New Zealand, +9 more

Friday

Air Europa, Air New Zealand, EL AL, +8 more

Air Europa, Air New Zealand, +9 more

Saturday

Air Europa, Air New Zealand, EL AL, +7 more

Air Europa, Air New Zealand, +8 more

Sunday

Air Europa, Air New Zealand, EL AL, +8 more

Air Europa, Air New Zealand, +9 more

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Reviews of the top 4 airlines flying from Sydney to Abu Dhabi

 
See real verified KAYAK customer reviews for airlines flying from Sydney to Abu Dhabi. Airline scores are aggregated from all reviews left by passengers on KAYAK after flying with an airline. KAYAK doesn’t show reviews that are older than 5 years. Learn how KAYAK collects reviews.
Need help choosing which airline to fly with from Sydney to Abu Dhabi? KAYAK airline reviews give an overall score for each airline based on loads of factors, including comfort, boarding, in-flight entertainment and more, to make your decision easier. See airline scores according to verified KAYAK customer reviews.
8.1
EmiratesOverall score based on 3285 reviews
8.3Crew
7.8Food
8.0Comfort
8.1Boarding
8.2Entertainment
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We loved flying with Emirates in business class, the staff were fabulous, going above & beyond

10.0 ExcellentSue, July 2025MAN - DXB
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We loved flying with Emirates in business class, the staff were fabulous, going above & beyond

The flight from Beijing to Dubai was good. The flight from Dubai to Barcelona was excellent because of the staff on board.

The queue for checking for economy passengers was enormous! Only one desk open for economy faith s queue a mile long, whilst business and first class desks empty and unemployed. Will seriously consider changing to another next trip. Disappointed customer.

Delayed and missed connecting flight. But Emirates took care until next day flight. Thank you

One of the female staff from the cabin crew, forgot to ask us about what we want to drink and focused more on other specific people rather than treating everyone politely. I asked her about the drinks to which she said oh I forgot.

Very pleasant.The crews are very helpful.Food are very good.

They cancelled our flight, rebooked, cancelled that one. We are now flying New Zealand Air and need a refund please. How do we get it?

Wifi was not operational for the whole trip. Other than this, flight was well received .

The seating is spaced out nicely, The crew could have offer more drinks.

Premium Economy is not worth the extra money you pay. You are neither economy nor business. The seat doesn’t recline enough to relax your legs. Maneuvering while seated is cumbersome. Don’t recommend Premium Economy at all.

Terrible experience resolving missed connection after flight was delayed. 3 hour queue at transit desk, not enough staff, no organisation, worst ever flying experience.

The seats were uncomfortable. The service was poor. We bought internet for my family and myself and it didn’t work. The charger for our phone didn’t work. The service seemed like they were tired and exhausted and seemed a bit upset. It was not a good flight. Our flight from miami to Qatar was great but from Qatar to Tokyo was simply awful

Awful plane to Tashkent. Not even possible to sleep. In business class does not even recline fully

Worse fight I ever take since I start flying , still have even made home , and crew abandon us half way home . No water no food and no even anyone to answer our questions

It was ok, not much more can be said, as long as airlines/aircraft manufacturers insist on cramming in as many seats as possible....best of a bad situations, seats are simply too uncomfortable to sit in for more than a few hours. Lack of flexible headrests not a help on long overnight flights either.

This trip was the most comfortable one I have ever experienced, the team was excellent and very helpful. I am so glad I picked Qatar Airways.

I recently travelled with Qatar Airways from Doha to Dulles in the QSuite, and the experience was nothing short of exceptional. The QSuite truly feels like a First-Class experience, with its luxurious design, privacy, and comfort. The cabin crew, especially the lady in charge of the cabin, was remarkable—professional, attentive, and genuinely kind. The food was excellent, and the comfort of the seat was absolutely first-class, making the journey smooth and enjoyable. While the in-flight experience was outstanding, I have a few points of feedback. Firstly, the content available in the in-flight entertainment system could be expanded and upgraded to include a more diverse and updated collection. This would elevate the entertainment experience to match the premium standards of the QSuite. Secondly, regarding the Wi-Fi service: while QSuite passengers receive one hour of complimentary Wi-Fi, any additional usage requires a fee of USD 10. Considering the premium pricing of QSuite, it would be more fitting to include unlimited Wi-Fi as part of the experience, further enhancing the luxury offered to passengers. Lastly, I must highlight an issue with luggage handling. Unfortunately, my luggage did not make it through the transit, which was disappointing. While the ground crew assured me that it would be delivered to my home on the same day as it was arriving on the next flight, this promise was not fulfilled, and the delay added unnecessary inconvenience to an otherwise excellent experience. Overall, the QSuite experience was exceptional, but addressing these areas would further solidify Qatar Airways’ position as a leader in luxury air travel.

No difference between US airline and Qatar. Both cramp as many people. The airline seems to change planes without notice choice is seating when making reservations online doesn’t match the plane a passenger is on. Especially paying extra. Nothing special No different than US carriers.

There was not enough food for everybody. Some dishes were missing.

Very unimpressed that I was dumped from the seat I had booked and paid for after check in. Apparently a family wanted to sit together, however as they all were adults I think they should have pre booked their seats like I did. I will be approaching Qatar for a refund. That and the dreadful state of the flooding toilets made me wonder how they managed to be voted the best airline. Not worth the money.

It was OK as the seat which we paid for doesn’t have any window. We paid $120 for 3 seats but it’s for nothing. Crew could not help. None of the ports worked so all our phones went dry

I had a terrible experience checking in at the airport for my flight. I booked my ticket initially through Kayak while it was promoted as a ticket that offers a carry on and 2 suit cases. (I have a screen shot as a proof of it) I selected it to buy three tickets and paid online. Couple of minutes later airfare assist which is the OTA offering the ticket called me saying My card declined. So I used a different card that went through. I was surprised that they increased the price ticket by a $167. They said the ticket no longer exists and because my card declined I had to buy a new one. So I did. The day my family and I were traveling I could not check in and when I went to the airport I was shocked to be told my ticket had no bags allowed and must pay $200 per bag for three people 6 bags mean I have to pay $1200. I called the travel agency as I feel I was scammed the confirmation didn’t say anything about the bags and they never told me the new ticket doesn’t not include any bag so they changed it after I selected it on your app without informing me. Very sneaky. The travel agency said they will reimburse me only for one bag person. Which means I still paid $600 I still feel very disappointed to pay such an expense. I have always used Kayak to buy my flight tickets and telling everyone how good your rates and app are however after this I feel I was mislead and paid more for something I should not have to. You allowing such an agency on your platform will surely hurt your reputation and level of integrity. I have all the proofs from the screen shot to the confirmation email from them, the or email offering to reimburse o e bag per person and the $1200 bag fees receipts that I paid on the desk. I must be refund the full amount and I look forward to your response.

A380 First Class Apartments were phenomenal. Comfortable bed and matress cover, superior vegetarian five course meal, shower, small business lounge and plenty of exercise walking around the aircraft.

The food could be better. Toilets were smelly all along

Etihad seems to have a very strict luggage enforcement. I am a very light passenger compared to other passengers which are mainly heavier. I do not understood why airlines enforce the weight restriction so strictly. I was overweight luggage of 1.5kg, but am probably 10+kg lighter than the average passenger. Other airlines are far more accommodating. Poor customer service as far as I am concerned. If weight is such an important issue to an airline they should charge passengers by total amount of body weight plus luggage. To me just ridiculous.

Certainly! Here’s a more concise and refined version of your report, maintaining a polished and professional tone: --- Crew Check-In – Kolkata (CCU) The crew handling check-in in Kolkata was outstanding—efficient, courteous, and highly organized. Flight Segment – CCU to Abu Dhabi (AUH) A standard flight overall. Notably, only one in-flight meal option—a vegetarian curry—was available, which seemed unsuitable for a red-eye journey. The crew offered no alternatives, which was unexpected. Flight Segment – Abu Dhabi to Rome (AUH-FCO) Comfort improved on this leg, but service quality was average, falling short of Etihad’s premium standards. Crew attention was heavily absorbed by a difficult couple in Row 15 (port side), resulting in disproportionate focus. It was concerning that a steward had to personally return to apologize, a task better suited for supervisory staff. This highlights a development opportunity for supervisors Anna and Quashim in managing guest escalation professionally.

Horrible. After paying for my seats, I was cramped, had no overhead bin space, freezing as the flight had no temperature controls, the food was awful and served cold, when asked for snacks was told to wait and then never received any. I booked this flight as a partner through American Airlines but will avoid in the future.

Took a long time for boarding. The flight was comfortable.

Extremely bad food, they never gave our bags in time, the online check-in did not let us check in because we had Indian OCI not sure why we were given the option to check in then, because we couldn’t check in online we had to go in person and we were not able to change our seats and sit with our family

Should have had business class line in immigration. Food quality suboptimal

Food no variations only beef of chicken no veggie meals

Super surprised with the entire experience. Business class is incredible. Flight attendants around the world could learn customer service from these people. Simply fabulous experience all the way around.

Pillow and blanket are dirty. My son got multiple bites during the flight

Flight was on time. My group paid for seat’s so that us four can be seated next to each other. We all got separated. We all got middle seats, which made it more difficult to be able to get up and stretch or use the restroom. We tried talking to the employees at China Eastern and they were of no help. We will not be taking this flight or recommend this route to others in the future. Also I will be contacting customer service on how I can get our money back for paying for assigned seats.

China eastern was fantastic. I had read so many bad reviews that had made me nervous. However, I found that the flight attendant’s, and customer service check in etc. etc. was excellent. I had no problems. I would fly with them again!

Excellent! I had read some negative reviews but I found out that it was not all was not true! The staff was courteous and helpful. The flight take off and landing was nice & easy. The food was good! I asked for a second and I got it easily and without an attitude! All was wonderful!

Excellent experience however older aeroplanes used by China Eastern Airlines.

The crew were excellent, service amazing, blankets and pillow good, cabin temperature perfect, the flight on time, food was unusual selection however plentiful, price for tickets unbeatable through Kayak. Older aeroplanes used by China Eastern was the only down side.

Delay in off-boarding due to customs at SFO... pilot announcement should have come earlier so passengers don't clog aisles.

Better good than most, if not all European airlines. If you’re stuck in an economy seat anyways, China Eastern is a good choice because of shorter flight time, being able to overfly Russia

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