Flying from San Diego to Abu Dhabi Zayed International Airport (AUH): What you need to know
Abu Dhabi Zayed International Airport is located in Abu Dhabi. The city is in the UTC+4 timezone and is 12 hours ahead of San Diego.
Your flight from San Diego to AUH won't wait if you're running late, so be at the airport on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead for international travel.
If you're getting away during a popular month like July, make your way to the airport even earlier. You'll want to arrive up to four hours before an international flight and two hours ahead of a domestic departure. Expect lines to be longer during holiday periods like Christmas, New Year and spring break.
Airports in San Diego
San Diego International Airport (SAN)
Think about adding a stopover to find cheap flights from San Diego to AUH. Just uncheck 'Direct flights only' when searching for departures from San Diego International Airport (SAN). Break up your trip (and maybe get a better deal) by stopping at one of these popular airports:
London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
Toronto Pearson International Airport (YYZ)
Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD)
SAN is around 5 kilometres from central San Diego. If you're catching a taxi, driving or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take you 15 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic. If you're planning to take public transport, expect the journey time to be around 25 minutes.
Catching an early flight from San Diego to Abu Dhabi Zayed International Airport? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the terminal (and enjoy a little extra shut-eye) by picking one of these stays near San Diego International Airport:
Of all flights leaving San Diego International Airport, 74% arrive on time at their destination.
You'll find SAN at N Harbour Dr.
McClellan-Palomar Airport (CLD)
CLD is around 48 kilometres from central San Diego. Plan ahead to work out the fastest way to arrive at the terminal.
Get your holiday started early with an extra night away from home. Before your San Diego to AUH flight, unwind in one of these hotels close to McClellan-Palomar Airport:
Flights from McClellan-Palomar Airport are known for their punctuality, with 88% of them touching down as expected.
About Abu Dhabi Zayed International Airport (AUH)
If you're arriving on a late flight from San Diego to Abu Dhabi Zayed International Airport, few things top the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Pick up your bags from the carousel and then be showered and relaxing not long after at one of these hotels near AUH:
Getting from Abu Dhabi Zayed International Airport (AUH) to central Abu Dhabi
From Abu Dhabi Zayed International Airport, central Abu Dhabi is around 32 kilometres away. It takes about 30 minutes to get to the city centre by car.
If you're travelling on public transport, expect a journey time of around 1 hour.
How to find the cheapest flights from San Diego to Abu Dhabi Zayed International Airport (AUH)
$1,266 is currently the lowest price for a one-way ticket from San Diego to Abu Dhabi Zayed International Airport. A return flight starts at $2,367. These fares can change depending on availability.
Booking in advance is often the key to finding a cheap flight from San Diego to AUH. Prices tend to rise as demand increases, so the closer you get to departure, the more you'll likely pay.
Cheap San Diego to Abu Dhabi Zayed International Airport tickets are easier to find when your dates are flexible. Use the 'Whole month' search function to compare fares across each month and then choose the cheapest day.
There's no need to check back in every day to find out if prices have dropped when you set up a Price Alert. We'll notify you when there's a better deal on plane tickets from San Diego to AUH.
Find a cheap flight from San Diego to Abu Dhabi Zayed International Airport by using the search filters. Select your ideal times, airlines and number of stops, then sort the results by 'Cheapest' for the best deals.
The best time to fly from San Diego to Abu Dhabi Zayed International Airport (AUH)
August is the busiest month for flights from San Diego to Abu Dhabi Zayed International Airport (AUH). Visit Abu Dhabi in December for a more laid-back experience.
The warmest month in Abu Dhabi is August, with temperatures ranging between 30ºC and 42ºC. Book your San Diego to AUH plane ticket then if this is the type of weather you enjoy.
Look for cheap tickets from San Diego to Abu Dhabi Zayed International Airport in January if you'd rather travel when it's cooler. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 14ºC and 25ºC.
More about Abu Dhabi
After booking your flight from San Diego to Abu Dhabi Zayed International Airport, find a hotel that keeps you close to what you want to see. Make one of these options your base for exploring Abu Dhabi:
Every great journey has to include some sightseeing. Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque, Sheikh Zayed Bin Sultan Mosque and Emirates Palace are essential stops on your Abu Dhabi itinerary.
Explore more of the United Arab Emirates
Dubai is just one of the many cities in the United Arab Emirates waiting to be discovered after you've seen Abu Dhabi. Around 105 kilometres away to the northeast, popular attractions include Burj Khalifa, Dubai Opera and Dubai Gold Souk.
If you're looking to explore another great destination in the United Arab Emirates, consider Sharjah, about 129 kilometres northeast of Abu Dhabi. Rain Room, Al Noor Mosque and Adventureland are among the biggest draws.
