Cheap flights Dublin to Abu Dhabi

Shoulder weeks around November tend to offer lower fares than peak holiday periods, when demand pushes prices upward. The cheapest month on this route is November itself, though you will find dated prices available across all twelve months from September through August. Midweek departures usually cost less than weekend flights regardless of season. Book early during school holidays and major festivals to avoid the highest rates.

The difference between carriers shows up clearly in what each fare includes. Turkish Airlines, Emirates and Qatar Airways provide full-service journeys with meals and baggage included at standard check-in weights. Pegasus and Sun Express offer budget fares where extras like checked luggage cost separately. Aer Lingus brings Irish connections through European hubs alongside direct options. Etihad Airways flies into Abu Dhabi as a hub carrier with its own lounge network. Scandinavian Airlines, Emerald Airlines and Egyptair round out the choices with varying levels of service.

Abu Dhabi International Airport handles a steady volume of traffic from Europe without the congestion found at larger hubs. The terminal sits about thirty kilometres from the city centre depending on which road you take. Buses run regularly between the airport and downtown areas throughout the day. Taxis wait outside arrivals with meters running by law, so agree nothing beforehand. Allow extra time during peak travel seasons when queues form at immigration counters.

Currency

AED (DH)

Power sockets

Type C, G · 220 V

Language

Arabic

Emergency number

112, 997, 998

Driving side

right

Calling code

+971

Internet domain

.ae, .امارات

Population of Abu Dhabi

1.6 M (2023)

Time zone

UTC+04 (Asia/Dubai)

Country facts: Wikidata

• Confirm your departure is from Dublin Airport as there are no other options in this city
• Check whether your ticket includes checked baggage or if you must pay for it separately
• Verify that connection airports match on all tickets when booking a multi-leg journey
• Ensure your passport has enough validity remaining for entry into the United Arab Emirates
• Book flights outside school holidays and major festivals to secure better rates