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Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from Washington Dulles Airport to Zayed International Airport? If you want to travel next month, return fares start from $1,219. Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.

Abu Dhabi.$1,219 per passenger.Departing Sun, 20 Sep, returning Wed, 23 Sep.Return flight with Turkish Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Turkish Airlines, departs from Washington Dulles on Sun, 20 Sep, arriving in Zayed International.Inbound indirect flight with Turkish Airlines, departs from Zayed International on Wed, 23 Sep, arriving in Washington Dulles.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,219, select.

Abu Dhabi.$1,219 per passenger.Departing Thu, 11 Mar, returning Fri, 19 Mar.Return flight with Turkish Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Turkish Airlines, departs from Washington Dulles on Thu, 11 Mar, arriving in Zayed International.Inbound indirect flight with Turkish Airlines, departs from Zayed International on Fri, 19 Mar, arriving in Washington Dulles.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,219, select.

Abu Dhabi.$1,222 per passenger.Departing Tue, 6 Oct, returning Tue, 13 Oct.Return flight with Turkish Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Turkish Airlines, departs from Washington Dulles on Tue, 6 Oct, arriving in Zayed International.Inbound indirect flight with Turkish Airlines, departs from Zayed International on Tue, 13 Oct, arriving in Washington Dulles.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,222, select.

Abu Dhabi.$1,225 per passenger.Departing Thu, 11 Feb, returning Thu, 18 Feb.Return flight with Turkish Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Turkish Airlines, departs from Washington Dulles on Thu, 11 Feb, arriving in Zayed International.Inbound indirect flight with Turkish Airlines, departs from Zayed International on Thu, 18 Feb, arriving in Washington Dulles.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,225, select.

Abu Dhabi.$1,228 per passenger.Departing Wed, 4 Nov, returning Wed, 11 Nov.Return flight with Turkish Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Turkish Airlines, departs from Washington Dulles on Wed, 4 Nov, arriving in Zayed International.Inbound indirect flight with Turkish Airlines, departs from Zayed International on Wed, 11 Nov, arriving in Washington Dulles.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,228, select.

Abu Dhabi.$1,229 per passenger.Departing Tue, 22 Sep, returning Tue, 20 Oct.Return flight with Turkish Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Turkish Airlines, departs from Washington Dulles on Tue, 22 Sep, arriving in Zayed International.Inbound indirect flight with Turkish Airlines, departs from Zayed International on Tue, 20 Oct, arriving in Washington Dulles.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,229, select.

Abu Dhabi.$1,316 per passenger.Departing Wed, 24 Mar, returning Sun, 4 Apr.Return flight with Turkish Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Turkish Airlines, departs from Washington Dulles on Wed, 24 Mar, arriving in Zayed International.Inbound indirect flight with Turkish Airlines, departs from Zayed International on Sun, 4 Apr, arriving in Washington Dulles.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,316, select.

Abu Dhabi.$1,321 per passenger.Departing Thu, 29 Oct, returning Sun, 1 Nov.Return flight with Turkish Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Turkish Airlines, departs from Washington Dulles on Thu, 29 Oct, arriving in Zayed International.Inbound indirect flight with Turkish Airlines, departs from Zayed International on Sun, 1 Nov, arriving in Washington Dulles.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,321, select.

Abu Dhabi.$1,386 per passenger.Departing Sat, 28 Nov, returning Sat, 5 Dec.Return flight with Turkish Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Turkish Airlines, departs from Washington Dulles on Sat, 28 Nov, arriving in Zayed International.Inbound indirect flight with Turkish Airlines, departs from Zayed International on Sat, 5 Dec, arriving in Washington Dulles.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,386, select.

Abu Dhabi.$1,386 per passenger.Departing Sat, 26 Sep, returning Sat, 7 Nov.Return flight with Turkish Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Turkish Airlines, departs from Washington Dulles on Sat, 26 Sep, arriving in Zayed International.Inbound indirect flight with Turkish Airlines, departs from Zayed International on Sat, 7 Nov, arriving in Washington Dulles.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,386, select.

Abu Dhabi.$1,470 per passenger.Departing Tue, 1 Dec, returning Wed, 9 Dec.Return flight with Turkish Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Turkish Airlines, departs from Washington Dulles on Tue, 1 Dec, arriving in Zayed International.Inbound indirect flight with Turkish Airlines, departs from Zayed International on Wed, 9 Dec, arriving in Washington Dulles.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,470, select.

Abu Dhabi.$1,564 per passenger.Departing Tue, 9 Feb, returning Mon, 15 Feb.Return flight with Etihad Airways.Outbound direct flight with Etihad Airways departs from Washington Dulles on Tue, 9 Feb, arriving in Zayed International.Inbound direct flight with Etihad Airways departs from Zayed International on Mon, 15 Feb, arriving in Washington Dulles.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,564, select.

Abu Dhabi.$1,568 per passenger.Departing Sun, 13 Sep, returning Wed, 23 Sep.Return flight with Etihad Airways.Outbound direct flight with Etihad Airways departs from Washington Dulles on Sun, 13 Sep, arriving in Zayed International.Inbound direct flight with Etihad Airways departs from Zayed International on Wed, 23 Sep, arriving in Washington Dulles.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,568, select.

Abu Dhabi.$1,571 per passenger.Departing Tue, 6 Oct, returning Tue, 13 Oct.Return flight with Etihad Airways.Outbound direct flight with Etihad Airways departs from Washington Dulles on Tue, 6 Oct, arriving in Zayed International.Inbound direct flight with Etihad Airways departs from Zayed International on Tue, 13 Oct, arriving in Washington Dulles.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,571, select.

Abu Dhabi.$1,571 per passenger.Departing Wed, 30 Sep, returning Wed, 7 Oct.Return flight with Etihad Airways.Outbound direct flight with Etihad Airways departs from Washington Dulles on Wed, 30 Sep, arriving in Zayed International.Inbound direct flight with Etihad Airways departs from Zayed International on Wed, 7 Oct, arriving in Washington Dulles.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,571, select.

Abu Dhabi.$1,572 per passenger.Departing Mon, 31 Aug, returning Mon, 14 Sep.Return flight with Etihad Airways.Outbound direct flight with Etihad Airways departs from Washington Dulles on Mon, 31 Aug, arriving in Zayed International.Inbound direct flight with Etihad Airways departs from Zayed International on Mon, 14 Sep, arriving in Washington Dulles.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,572, select.

Find the cheapest month to fly from Washington Dulles to Zayed International

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Washington Dulles to Zayed International flights are currently cheapest in September.

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Washington Dulles to Zayed International: Alternative routes

Compare routes from Washington Dulles to Abu Dhabi below. You may find an airport to fly into that's cheaper, faster, or easier than Zayed International.

Zayed International

18km from central Abu Dhabi

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Washington D.C. to Abu Dhabi: Flight information

The things to know before you go.

Cheapest flight found	$1,223
Cheapest month to fly	September
Average flight time	13 hrs, 2 mins
Most popular airline	Gulf Air
Average flights per week	16

Finding cheap flights from Washington Dulles to Zayed International: Frequently asked questions

How much are return flights from Washington Dulles to Zayed International?

The best price we found for a return flight from Washington Dulles to Zayed International is $1,223. This is an estimate based on information collected from different airlines and travel providers over the last 4 days and is subject to change and availability.

How long does it take to fly from Washington Dulles to Zayed International?

13 hours and 2 minutes is the average flight time from Washington Dulles to Zayed International.

Which airlines fly direct from Washington Dulles to Zayed International?

Gulf Air and Etihad Airways fly direct from Washington Dulles to Zayed International.

How many flights are there a week from Washington Dulles to Zayed International?

As of August 2026, there are 16 flights per week flying from Washington Dulles to Zayed International.

When is the cheapest time to fly from Washington Dulles to Zayed International?

The cheapest month to fly from Washington Dulles to Zayed International is usually September.

Which upcoming date is cheapest to fly from Washington Dulles Airport to Zayed International Airport on?

After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Washington Dulles Airport to Zayed International Airport on Sunday, 20 September 2026.

Can I get a direct flight from Washington Dulles Airport to Zayed International Airport?

Yes – the average flight time is 13 hours and 2 minutes.

How can I find the best flight deal to Zayed International?

We show every price from over 1,200 airlines and travel agents, comparing them all so you don’t have to. If you know you want to fly to Zayed International but you’re not ready to book, set up a Price Alert. We’ll track prices for you, and let you know when they rise or fall.

When is the best time to book flights to Abu Dhabi?

We crunched all the numbers in our flight calendar and it looks like the cheapest time to book a flight to Abu Dhabi is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.

Which is the cheapest airline to fly from Washington Dulles Airport to Zayed International with?

Currently, Turkish Airlines and Etihad Airways offer the cheapest flight tickets to Zayed International.

Flying from Washington Dulles Airport (IAD) to Zayed International Airport (AUH): what you need to know

Book a direct flight from Washington Dulles Airport to Zayed International Airport and you'll be in the air for an average of 13 hours.
The timezone in Abu Dhabi is UTC+4, which is nine hours ahead of Washington DC.
Take your pick of seven weekly Washington Dulles Airport to Zayed International Airport flights. The 21:30 departure with Etihad Airways is the earliest available. Etihad Airways operates the last service of the day at 22:30.
For a stress-free journey, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This will give you plenty of time to board your IAD to AUH flight.
Travelling during a peak month like July? Major public holidays and other popular seasons can result in longer queues and delays at airport checkpoints. Be extra cautious and arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
Etihad Airways is your ticket to exploring Abu Dhabi (and maybe even some other great corners of the United Arab Emirates!). Check out the direct flights from Washington Dulles Airport to Zayed International Airport offered by this popular carrier.
Most passengers choose to travel with Etihad Airways on this route.
With an impressive 90.0% of services landing on schedule, Etihad Airways has the best on-time record for IAD to AUH flights.
If you'd like to add a stop to your trip, simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Washington Dulles Airport to Zayed International Airport. Here are the most popular stopovers between IAD and AUH:
- Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport
- Hamad International Airport
- Cairo Airport

How to find the cheapest flights from Washington Dulles Airport (IAD) to Zayed International Airport (AUH)

The lowest price we've seen for a one-way Washington Dulles Airport to Zayed International Airport flight is $794. A return plane ticket right now is $1,223. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares could change.
Score cheap tickets from IAD to AUH by booking eight months ahead. According to our research, that's the sweet spot for finding the biggest deals.
Schedule your trip for January. That's the cheapest month for flights from Washington Dulles Airport to Zayed International Airport. If you're flexible on when you fly, try out the 'Whole month' tool to find the cheapest airfare across each month.
Finding cheap flights from IAD to AUH is easy with Price Alerts. All you need to do is set up one of these automatic alerts and we'll let you know as soon as fares go down.
Secure the ideal flight for you by using the filters. To see the 'Best,' 'Cheapest' or 'Fastest' flights from Washington Dulles Airport to Zayed International Airport, use the 'Sort by' tool. You can also filter results by arrival and departure times, airline, and journey duration.

Handy information about Washington Dulles Airport (IAD)

IAD is located at 1 Saarinen Circle.
77% of flights that depart Washington Dulles Airport arrive at their destination on schedule.
Washington Dulles Airport is about 40 kilometres from central Washington DC. If you're catching a taxi, ride-sharing or driving from the centre, it'll take you 45 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic.
You can expect a journey time of around 1 hour 10 minutes on public transport.
Looking for a handy hotel close to IAD? If you've booked an early flight from Washington Dulles Airport to Zayed International Airport, these stays will have you sleeping moments from check-in:

Arriving at Zayed International Airport (AUH)

If you're getting in on a late Washington Dulles Airport to Zayed International Airport flight, few things beat the convenience of staying near the terminal. Grab your luggage from the carousel and then be showered and relaxing shortly after at one of these accommodation options near AUH:
Go where the road takes you with a Zayed International Airport rental car. Pick up a set of wheels from Hertz, Alamo or Europcar and venture far and wide through Abu Dhabi and beyond.
Increase the odds of securing the lowest price by booking as soon as possible. Reserving your vehicle from Zayed International Airport at least a couple of weeks ahead is a smart idea.

When to fly to Zayed International Airport (AUH)

December is the most popular month for flights from Washington Dulles Airport to Zayed International Airport. For smaller crowds, visit Abu Dhabi in May.
The warmest month in Abu Dhabi is August, with temperatures ranging between 30ºC and 42ºC. Lock in your flights from Washington Dulles Airport to Zayed International Airport in this month if this is the type of weather you enjoy.
Search for cheap tickets from IAD to AUH in January if you like travelling in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 14ºC and 25ºC on average.

Explore more of the United Arab Emirates

You've seen Abu Dhabi, now it's time to explore more of the United Arab Emirates. Travel around 121 kilometres north-east to Dubai to check off its leading sights. From Burj Khalifa to Dubai Opera and Dubai Gold Souk, there's plenty to keep you busy.
Sharjah is another essential stop in the United Arab Emirates and is around 145 kilometres north-east of Abu Dhabi. No trip is complete without dropping by Rain Room, Al Noor Mosque and Adventureland.