Which airports can I use when flying from Abu Dhabi to San Francisco?

Flights from Abu Dhabi to San Francisco usually depart from Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl (AUH) and arrive at San Francisco (SFO).

What cabin classes can I book on flights from Abu Dhabi to San Francisco?

Three cabin classes are available on flights from Abu Dhabi to San Francisco: • Economy Class • Premium Economy Class • First Class

Which airports do connecting flights from Abu Dhabi to San Francisco pass through?

One-stop flights from Abu Dhabi to San Francisco most commonly connect through: • Doha Hamad Intl (DOH) - 66% of one-stop connections • New York John F Kennedy Intl (JFK) - 13% of one-stop connections • Boston Logan Intl (BOS) - 11% of one-stop connections • Lisbon Humberto Delgado (LIS) - 5% of one-stop connections Doha Hamad Intl (DOH) handles the largest share of one-stop connections on this route.

Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from Abu Dhabi to San Francisco?

Yes. Being flexible with your travel dates can save you up to 25% on the Abu Dhabi to San Francisco route. Tuesday is the cheapest departure day at $1,113 round-trip on average, while Sunday is the most expensive at $1,482, a difference of $369. KAYAK's flexible dates feature shows options up to 3 days before and after your selected dates, making it easier to compare nearby fares.

What popular places can I visit in San Francisco?

Some of the most popular sights in San Francisco are Fisherman's Wharf, Union Square and Moscone Center. These are among the most viewed places in San Francisco on KAYAK.

How long is a flight from Abu Dhabi to San Francisco?

A nonstop flight from Abu Dhabi to San Francisco takes 0h 00m, covering 8,139 miles.

Do I need a passport to fly from Abu Dhabi to San Francisco?

Yes, a valid passport is required for this international route. Many destinations require at least six months of validity beyond your travel dates. Check your passport expiry well before booking.

How are flight prices from Abu Dhabi to San Francisco looking right now?

One-way fares from Abu Dhabi to San Francisco are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $607, which is 34% below the typical average for this route.

How much time can I save by choosing a different layover airport from Abu Dhabi to San Francisco?

Flying via Doha Hamad Intl (DOH) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 19h 04m, compared with 21h 05m via Chicago O'Hare Intl (ORD) and 22h 54m via London Heathrow (LHR).

What is the time difference between Abu Dhabi and San Francisco?

San Francisco is 11 hours behind Abu Dhabi (Pacific Time vs Gulf Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.

What car rental options are available at San Francisco Airport (SFO)?

San Francisco Airport (SFO) hosts 5 major car rental companies, with daily rates starting from around $15 for economy cars. Top options include: • Thrifty • Europcar • Dollar • Hertz • Fox

How much should I expect to pay for a Abu Dhabi to San Francisco flight?

Round-trip flights from Abu Dhabi to San Francisco range from $1,137 to $1,436, with an average of $1,373 over the past 12 months. Anything below $1,137 counts as a good deal.

What is the cheapest airline to fly from Abu Dhabi to San Francisco?

Etihad Airways ($1,098) and SAUDIA ($1,100) are the cheapest airlines to fly round-trip from Abu Dhabi to San Francisco according to KAYAK data over the last 5 days.

What is the most popular layover airport when flying from Abu Dhabi to San Francisco?

Doha Hamad Intl (DOH) is the most popular layover for the Abu Dhabi to San Francisco route. 66% of KAYAK users who booked 1-stop round-trips over the past 3 months connected via DOH.

What is the cheapest layover airport when flying from Abu Dhabi to San Francisco?

Flights via Chicago O'Hare Intl (ORD) offer the most affordable fares, with an average round-trip price of $1,100. Based on KAYAK data over the past 3 months.

When flying from Abu Dhabi to San Francisco which airport offers the shortest layover?

Doha Hamad Intl (DOH) had the shortest average connection time for Abu Dhabi to San Francisco layovers at 643 minutes over the past 3 months.

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Typical prices: $600-$1,083

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Recent round-trip flight deals from Abu Dhabi to San Francisco

Mon, Dec 28 - Sat, Jan 16

3:00 pm - 9:02 pmAUH Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl-SFO San Francisco

42h 02m2 stops Riyadh King Khaled Intl New York John F Kennedy Intl

11:05 pm - 3:25 pmSFO San Francisco-AUH Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

28h 20m2 stops New York John F Kennedy Intl Jeddah King Abdulaziz Intl

$912Multiple Airlines

Tue, Nov 3 - Fri, Nov 20

9:00 am - 8:55 pmAUH Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl-SFO San Francisco

23h 55m1 stop Boston Logan Intl

4:40 pm - 12:55 pmSFO San Francisco-AUH Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

32h 15m1 stop Calgary

$1,012Multiple Airlines

Thu, Oct 29 - Thu, Nov 5

9:00 am - 12:25 amAUH Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl-SFO San Francisco

26h 25m1 stop Boston Logan Intl

4:25 pm - 12:30 pmSFO San Francisco-AUH Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

32h 05m1 stop New York John F Kennedy Intl

$1,044Multiple Airlines

Fri, Oct 9 - Fri, Oct 16

10:00 am - 11:29 amAUH Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl-SFO San Francisco

36h 29m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl

11:36 pm - 12:30 pmSFO San Francisco-AUH Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

25h 54m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl

$1,098Etihad Airways

Mon, Oct 5 - Sun, Oct 11

3:00 pm - 6:26 pmAUH Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl-SFO San Francisco

38h 26m2 stops Riyadh King Khaled Intl New York John F Kennedy Intl

7:00 am - 10:45 pmSFO San Francisco-AUH Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

28h 45m2 stops New York John F Kennedy Intl Jeddah King Abdulaziz Intl

$1,100SAUDIA

Wed, Jan 20 - Mon, Jan 25

2:35 am - 1:44 pmAUH Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl-SFO San Francisco

23h 09m1 stop New York John F Kennedy Intl

9:40 pm - 7:40 pmSFO San Francisco-AUH Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

34h 00m1 stop New York John F Kennedy Intl

$1,128Etihad Airways

Fri, Oct 9 - Fri, Oct 16

3:00 pm - 11:25 pmAUH Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl-SFO San Francisco

43h 25m2 stops Riyadh King Khaled Intl New York John F Kennedy Intl

11:49 pm - 2:05 pmSFO San Francisco-AUH Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

27h 16m2 stops New York John F Kennedy Intl Riyadh King Khaled Intl

$1,138SAUDIA

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2:35 am - 1:44 pmAUH Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl-SFO San Francisco

23h 09m1 stop New York John F Kennedy Intl

9:40 pm - 7:40 pmSFO San Francisco-AUH Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

34h 00m1 stop New York John F Kennedy Intl

$1,177Etihad Airways

Sun, Oct 4 - Sat, Oct 10

5:45 am - 7:02 pmAUH Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl-SFO San Francisco

24h 17m2 stops Doha Hamad Intl Los Angeles

7:27 am - 9:15 pmSFO San Francisco-AUH Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

26h 48m2 stops Los Angeles Doha Hamad Intl

$1,910Qatar Airways

Thu, Jan 21 - Mon, Jan 25

5:20 am - 9:49 pmAUH Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl-SFO San Francisco

28h 29m2 stops Doha Hamad Intl Los Angeles

10:25 am - 8:55 pmSFO San Francisco-AUH Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

22h 30m2 stops Seattle/Tacoma Intl Doha Hamad Intl

$2,029Qatar Airways

Recent last minute flight deals from Abu Dhabi to San Francisco

Fri, Sep 18 - Wed, Sep 23

3:00 pm - 11:26 pmAUH Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl-SFO San Francisco

43h 26m2 stops Riyadh King Khaled Intl New York John F Kennedy Intl

7:00 am - 2:05 pmSFO San Francisco-AUH Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

44h 05m2 stops New York John F Kennedy Intl Riyadh King Khaled Intl

$1,029SAUDIA

Fri, Sep 18 - Fri, Sep 25

3:00 pm - 11:26 pmAUH Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl-SFO San Francisco

43h 26m2 stops Riyadh King Khaled Intl New York John F Kennedy Intl

11:50 pm - 2:05 pmSFO San Francisco-AUH Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

27h 15m2 stops New York John F Kennedy Intl Riyadh King Khaled Intl

$1,100SAUDIA

Fri, Sep 18 - Thu, Sep 24

3:00 pm - 11:26 pmAUH Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl-SFO San Francisco

43h 26m2 stops Riyadh King Khaled Intl New York John F Kennedy Intl

7:00 am - 6:55 amSFO San Francisco-AUH Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

36h 55m2 stops New York John F Kennedy Intl Jeddah King Abdulaziz Intl

$1,143SAUDIA

Fri, Sep 18 - Thu, Sep 24

8:30 am - 12:56 amAUH Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl-SFO San Francisco

27h 26m1 stop Boston Logan Intl

6:00 am - 7:20 pmSFO San Francisco-AUH Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

26h 20m1 stop New York John F Kennedy Intl

$1,208Multiple Airlines

Sat, Sep 19 - Sat, Oct 3

3:35 am - 2:41 pmAUH Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl-SFO San Francisco

22h 06m1 stop Charlotte Douglas

10:46 pm - 12:30 pmSFO San Francisco-AUH Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

26h 44m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl

$1,236Etihad Airways

Thu, Sep 17 - Thu, Sep 24

3:25 am - 12:56 amAUH Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl-SFO San Francisco

32h 31m2 stops Frankfurt am Main Boston Logan Intl

4:30 pm - 6:10 amSFO San Francisco-AUH Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

26h 40m1 stop Frankfurt am Main

$1,416Multiple Airlines

Sun, Sep 20 - Sat, Oct 3

11:55 pm - 10:40 pmAUH Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl-SFO San Francisco

33h 45m3 stops Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji Intl Bangkok Suvarnabhumi Hong Kong Intl

4:30 pm - 3:55 amSFO San Francisco-AUH Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

24h 25m3 stops Frankfurt am Main Munich Franz Josef Strauss Amman Queen Alia Intl

$1,568Multiple Airlines

Sat, Sep 19 - Sat, Oct 3

3:10 am - 8:10 pmAUH Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl-SFO San Francisco

28h 00m3 stops Bengaluru Intl Bangkok Suvarnabhumi Taipei City Taiwan Taoyuan Intl

10:55 am - 10:55 amSFO San Francisco-AUH Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

37h 00m2 stops Kolkata Netaji S. Chandra New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl

$1,576Multiple Airlines

Sun, Sep 20 - Sat, Oct 3

9:30 pm - 10:22 amAUH Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl-SFO San Francisco

47h 52m2 stops Cairo Los Angeles

8:06 am - 12:25 pmSFO San Francisco-AUH Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

41h 19m1 stop New York John F Kennedy Intl

$1,583Multiple Airlines

Sun, Sep 20 - Sat, Oct 3

1:00 pm - 11:56 pmAUH Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl-SFO San Francisco

45h 56m2 stops Amman Queen Alia Intl Chicago O'Hare Intl

2:00 pm - 3:55 amSFO San Francisco-AUH Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

26h 55m2 stops Dallas/Fort Worth Amman Queen Alia Intl

$1,636Royal Jordanian

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What's the cheapest day of the week to fly from Abu Dhabi to San Francisco?

Tuesday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Abu Dhabi to San Francisco, it is 19% cheaper than the average day. Sunday is the most expensive day with flight prices 7% higher than average. Based on deals found by KAYAK users in the last 12 months.

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Cheapest flight	$563

Best time to beat the crowds with an average 18% drop in price.

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Which airports can I use when flying from Abu Dhabi to San Francisco?
Flights from Abu Dhabi to San Francisco usually depart from Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl (AUH) and arrive at San Francisco (SFO).
What cabin classes can I book on flights from Abu Dhabi to San Francisco?
Three cabin classes are available on flights from Abu Dhabi to San Francisco:

• Economy Class
• Premium Economy Class
• First Class
Which airports do connecting flights from Abu Dhabi to San Francisco pass through?
One-stop flights from Abu Dhabi to San Francisco most commonly connect through:

• Doha Hamad Intl (DOH) - 66% of one-stop connections
• New York John F Kennedy Intl (JFK) - 13% of one-stop connections
• Boston Logan Intl (BOS) - 11% of one-stop connections
• Lisbon Humberto Delgado (LIS) - 5% of one-stop connections

Doha Hamad Intl (DOH) handles the largest share of one-stop connections on this route.
Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from Abu Dhabi to San Francisco?
Yes. Being flexible with your travel dates can save you up to 25% on the Abu Dhabi to San Francisco route. Tuesday is the cheapest departure day at $1,113 round-trip on average, while Sunday is the most expensive at $1,482, a difference of $369. KAYAK's flexible dates feature shows options up to 3 days before and after your selected dates, making it easier to compare nearby fares.
What popular places can I visit in San Francisco?
Some of the most popular sights in San Francisco are Fisherman's Wharf, Union Square and Moscone Center. These are among the most viewed places in San Francisco on KAYAK.
How long is a flight from Abu Dhabi to San Francisco?
A nonstop flight from Abu Dhabi to San Francisco takes 0h 00m, covering 8,139 miles.
Do I need a passport to fly from Abu Dhabi to San Francisco?
Yes, a valid passport is required for this international route. Many destinations require at least six months of validity beyond your travel dates. Check your passport expiry well before booking.
How are flight prices from Abu Dhabi to San Francisco looking right now?
One-way fares from Abu Dhabi to San Francisco are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $607, which is 34% below the typical average for this route.
How much time can I save by choosing a different layover airport from Abu Dhabi to San Francisco?
Flying via Doha Hamad Intl (DOH) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 19h 04m, compared with 21h 05m via Chicago O'Hare Intl (ORD) and 22h 54m via London Heathrow (LHR).
What is the time difference between Abu Dhabi and San Francisco?
San Francisco is 11 hours behind Abu Dhabi (Pacific Time vs Gulf Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.
What car rental options are available at San Francisco Airport (SFO)?
San Francisco Airport (SFO) hosts 5 major car rental companies, with daily rates starting from around $15 for economy cars. Top options include:
• Thrifty
• Europcar
• Dollar
• Hertz
• Fox
How much should I expect to pay for a Abu Dhabi to San Francisco flight?
Round-trip flights from Abu Dhabi to San Francisco range from $1,137 to $1,436, with an average of $1,373 over the past 12 months. Anything below $1,137 counts as a good deal.

If your dates can be flexible, aim for a Tuesday departure instead of Sunday. On this route, Tuesday flights average $1,113 - about $369 less than Sunday (25% savings) based on the last 12 months.
If you can choose when to travel, plan your Abu Dhabi to San Francisco trip for October. Fares historically average $799 round-trip in that month - typically $687 less than the most expensive month, which is November (based on the last 12 months).
If you're arriving late at night and need somewhere to stay, check out these hotels close to San Francisco Airport.
- Grand Hyatt At Sfo

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