Flying from Brisbane Airport (BNE) to Abu Dhabi International Airport (AUH): what you need to know
The timezone in Abu Dhabi is UTC+4, which is six hours behind Brisbane.
To ensure you get on your BNE to AUH flight, leave plenty of time for things like baggage drop and finding your gate. Arriving two hours ahead of international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the general rule.
During popular months like January, it's a good idea to get to the airport even earlier. Arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead for an international flight whenever you're flying during a peak period in general.
Think about adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Brisbane Airport to Abu Dhabi International Airport. Simply deselect 'Direct flights only' to break up your journey, or even explore someplace new along the way. Here are some options between BNE and AUH:
Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport
Melbourne Tullamarine Airport
Hamad International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Brisbane Airport (BNE) to Abu Dhabi International Airport (AUH)
$648 is currently the best price for a one-way Brisbane Airport to Abu Dhabi International Airport flight. A return flight starts at $1,287. These prices may change depending on demand and availability.
Don't leave everything to the last moment. You're more likely to find cheap tickets from BNE to AUH if you book ahead. Airlines often have some great early bird deals.
Finding cheap flights from Brisbane Airport to Abu Dhabi International Airport is more likely if you're flexible with your travel plans. Use the 'Whole month' search tool to see the lowest fares across the month and snap up a great deal.
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Handy information about Brisbane Airport (BNE)
When it comes to Brisbane Airport's on-time performance, data shows 66.16% of flights meet their scheduled arrival time.
Central Brisbane to Brisbane Airport is around 21 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take you about 25 minutes to get there if you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab.
You can expect a trip time of around 30 minutes when using public transport.
Taking an early flight from Brisbane Airport to Abu Dhabi International Airport? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the terminal (and get some extra shut-eye) by choosing one of these stays close to BNE:
Arriving at Abu Dhabi International Airport (AUH)
Consider booking a hotel near AUH if you're catching a late Brisbane Airport to Abu Dhabi International Airport flight. Choose one of these options and avoid the hassle of a long transfer:
Pick up an Abu Dhabi International Airport rental car and explore Abu Dhabi and beyond with your own set of wheels. Hertz, Alamo and Europcar are popular outlets to choose from here.
Reserve your ride from Abu Dhabi International Airport several weeks in advance to get the best possible rate. If you're going away during peak season, you may want to book even earlier.
Getting from Abu Dhabi International Airport (AUH) to central Abu Dhabi
Abu Dhabi International Airport to the centre of Abu Dhabi has a drive time of around 25 minutes. It's approximately 32 kilometres away.
If you're travelling by public transport, expect a journey of around 1 hour 30 minutes.
When to fly to Abu Dhabi International Airport (AUH)
February is the busiest month for flights from Brisbane Airport to Abu Dhabi International Airport. To avoid the crowds, travel to Abu Dhabi in April.
Book your flight from Brisbane Airport to Abu Dhabi International Airport for July if you want to visit Abu Dhabi during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 29ºC and 43ºC.
January has average temperatures of between 14ºC and 25ºC. Look for cheap tickets from BNE to AUH sometime around then if you want to travel when it's cooler.
Explore more of United Arab Emirates
Abu Dhabi is easy to fall in love with, but there are so many other corners of United Arab Emirates you should also see. Around 121 kilometres north-east of Abu Dhabi, a visit to Dubai will keep you busy. Check out popular attractions like Burj Khalifa, The Dubai Mall Heart and Desert safari tourism.
Around 145 kilometres north-east of Abu Dhabi, Sharjah is another essential stop in United Arab Emirates. Experience major highlights starting with Al majaz waterfront, Petrofac and Al Montazah Park.