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Cheapest round-trip
$358
Typical prices: $596-$785
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Fri 11/9Mon 11/19
EDI - AUH • 3 stops
Cheapest one-way
$211
Typical prices: $314-$508
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Thu 11/8
EDI - AUH • 3 stops
Nonstop flights
Not available
There are currently no direct flights between Edinburgh and Abu Dhabi. You'll need to take a connecting flight to reach the destination.
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When to book
17 weeks
in advance
Our data shows that travelers who book at least 17 weeks in advance save around 32% compared to booking last minute.
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When to travel
September
Cheapest • 21% price drop
November
Most popular
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Top layover airports
London Heathrow (LHR)
Cheapest • Avg $678 (round-trip)
Doha Hamad Intl (DOH)
Shortest trip • 10h 31m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Edinburgh to Abu Dhabi (EDI-AUH)

 
Discover the best prices for you by selecting your travel dates on KAYAK.

Recent round-trip flight deals from Edinburgh to Abu Dhabi

Mon, Nov 9 - Thu, Nov 19
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10:35 pm - 2:50 amEDI  Edinburgh Turnhouse-AUH Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl
24h 15m3 stops London Stansted Bergamo Orio Al Serio Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen
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3:55 am - 10:55 amAUH  Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl-EDI Edinburgh Turnhouse
11h 00m1 stop Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen
$358Multiple Airlines
Mon, Nov 9 - Thu, Nov 19
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10:35 pm - 2:50 amEDI  Edinburgh Turnhouse-AUH Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl
24h 15m3 stops London Stansted Bergamo Orio Al Serio Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen
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3:55 am - 5:50 pmAUH  Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl-EDI Edinburgh Turnhouse
17h 55m2 stops Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen Paris Orly
$383Multiple Airlines
Mon, Nov 9 - Thu, Nov 19
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9:25 am - 2:50 amEDI  Edinburgh Turnhouse-AUH Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl
13h 25m2 stops Bergamo Orio Al Serio Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen
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3:55 am - 10:55 amAUH  Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl-EDI Edinburgh Turnhouse
11h 00m1 stop Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen
$385Multiple Airlines
Tue, Dec 1 - Tue, Dec 8
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12:00 pm - 2:50 amEDI  Edinburgh Turnhouse-AUH Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl
10h 50m1 stop Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen
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3:55 am - 10:55 amAUH  Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl-EDI Edinburgh Turnhouse
11h 00m1 stop Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen
$391Pegasus Airlines
Tue, Dec 1 - Tue, Dec 8
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12:00 pm - 2:50 amEDI  Edinburgh Turnhouse-AUH Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl
10h 50m1 stop Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen
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3:55 am - 10:55 amAUH  Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl-EDI Edinburgh Turnhouse
11h 00m1 stop Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen
$392Pegasus Airlines
Mon, Nov 9 - Thu, Nov 19
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12:00 pm - 2:50 amEDI  Edinburgh Turnhouse-AUH Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl
10h 50m1 stop Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen
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3:55 am - 10:55 amAUH  Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl-EDI Edinburgh Turnhouse
11h 00m1 stop Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen
$423Pegasus Airlines
Sun, Nov 8 - Thu, Nov 19
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6:05 am - 2:50 amEDI  Edinburgh Turnhouse-AUH Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl
16h 45m2 stops Tirana Rinas Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen
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3:55 am - 10:55 amAUH  Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl-EDI Edinburgh Turnhouse
11h 00m1 stop Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen
$426Multiple Airlines
Sun, Nov 8 - Thu, Nov 19
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12:00 pm - 2:50 amEDI  Edinburgh Turnhouse-AUH Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl
10h 50m1 stop Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen
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3:55 am - 10:55 amAUH  Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl-EDI Edinburgh Turnhouse
11h 00m1 stop Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen
$429Pegasus Airlines
Tue, Dec 1 - Tue, Dec 8
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12:00 pm - 2:50 amEDI  Edinburgh Turnhouse-AUH Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl
10h 50m1 stop Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen
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3:55 am - 10:55 amAUH  Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl-EDI Edinburgh Turnhouse
11h 00m1 stop Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen
$441Pegasus Airlines
Sun, Nov 8 - Thu, Nov 19
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6:05 am - 2:50 amEDI  Edinburgh Turnhouse-AUH Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl
16h 45m2 stops Tirana Rinas Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen
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3:55 am - 5:50 pmAUH  Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl-EDI Edinburgh Turnhouse
17h 55m2 stops Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen Paris Orly
$459Multiple Airlines
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Price, demand and travel trends for Edinburgh to Abu Dhabi flights

Use KAYAK data on prices, travel dates, airlines and seasonal trends to compare options and book flights with more confidence.

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

Based on deals KAYAK users found in the last 12 months, Saturday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Edinburgh to Abu Dhabi. It’s 9% cheaper than the average day, while Sunday is the most expensive, with prices 15% higher.

What’s the cheapest month to fly from Edinburgh to Abu Dhabi?

•September is the cheapest month to fly from Edinburgh to Abu Dhabi at $539 round-trip.
•December ($867) and August ($770) are the most expensive months.
•The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 60% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

When are flights from Edinburgh to Abu Dhabi the cheapest?

Flights from Edinburgh to Abu Dhabi are cheapest 17 weeks before departure. Booking in this window typically costs about 32% less than the average last-minute fare (within 2 weeks of the flight), based on KAYAK data.

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Key details for Edinburgh to Abu Dhabi flights

Low season

August

Cheapest flight

$211
Beat the crowds with an average 72% drop in travelers.
The most popular month to fly with an average 35% increase in travelers.
One-way flight from Edinburgh to Abu Dhabi

When to book flights from Edinburgh to Abu Dhabi

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Edinburgh to Abu Dhabi based on our flight data from the last year. Discover the cheapest month and even day to fly.
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Your Edinburgh to Abu Dhabi flight questions, answered

Find helpful answers about this route, including flight times, airports, airlines and booking tips.

  • What cabin classes can I book on flights from Edinburgh to Abu Dhabi?

    Only Economy Class is available on flights from Edinburgh to Abu Dhabi.

  • How long is a flight from Edinburgh to Abu Dhabi?

    A nonstop flight from Edinburgh to Abu Dhabi takes 00m, covering 3,605 miles.

  • Do I need a passport to fly from Edinburgh to Abu Dhabi?

    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 much should I expect to pay for a Edinburgh to Abu Dhabi flight?

    Round-trip flights from Edinburgh to Abu Dhabi range from $596 to $785, with an average of $679 over the past 12 months. Anything below $596 counts as a good deal.

  • How expensive are last-minute Edinburgh to Abu Dhabi flights?

    Last-minute fares on this route (booked within two weeks of departure) run 28% above the $679 route average. Book 17 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

  • How are flight prices from Edinburgh to Abu Dhabi looking right now?

    One-way fares from Edinburgh to Abu Dhabi are currently higher than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $1,244, which is 244% above the typical average for this route.

  • What car rental options are available at Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl Airport (AUH)?

    Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl Airport (AUH) hosts 5 major car rental companies, with daily rates starting from around $4 for economy cars. Top options include:

    • Alamo
    • AMEX
    • Hertz
    • Autostrad Rent A Car
    • DRIVUS

  • Which airports can I use when flying from Edinburgh to Abu Dhabi?

    Flights from Edinburgh to Abu Dhabi usually depart from Edinburgh Turnhouse (EDI) and arrive at Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl (AUH).

  • Which airports do connecting flights from Edinburgh to Abu Dhabi pass through?

    One-stop flights from Edinburgh to Abu Dhabi most commonly connect through:

    • Doha Hamad Intl (DOH) - 57% of one-stop connections
    • Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen (SAW) - 25% of one-stop connections
    • Istanbul (IST) - 14% of one-stop connections
    • London Heathrow (LHR) - 4% of one-stop connections

  • Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from Edinburgh to Abu Dhabi?

    Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 21% on flights from Edinburgh to Abu Dhabi. Saturday is the cheapest departure day at $624 round-trip on average, while Sunday is the most expensive at $785, a difference of $161.

    Cheaper weekend fares like these are typical of routes dominated by weekday business travel.

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

    Flying via Doha Hamad Intl (DOH) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 10h 31m, compared with 10h 57m via Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen (SAW) and 11h via London Heathrow (LHR).

  • What is the time difference between Edinburgh and Abu Dhabi?

    Abu Dhabi is 3 hours ahead of Edinburgh (Gulf Time vs British Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.

  • What popular places can I visit in Abu Dhabi?

    Some of the most popular sights in Abu Dhabi are Abu Dhabi National Exhibition Centre, Corniche Beach and Emirates Palace Mandarin Oriental. These are among the most viewed places in Abu Dhabi on KAYAK.

Your guide to booking Edinburgh to Abu Dhabi flights

Get tips on when to book, when to fly and what to know before your trip.
  • If your dates are flexible, aim for a Saturday departure and avoid flying on Sunday. On this route, Saturday flights average $624, about $161 less than Sunday fares (21% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • For the best chance at a low fare, aim to book around 17 weeks before you fly. On this route, that window historically saves about 32% versus last-minute pricing (KAYAK booking data, last 12 months).
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Edinburgh to Abu Dhabi trip for September. Fares historically average $539 round-trip in that month - typically $328 less than the most expensive month, which is December (based on the last 12 months).
  • If you're arriving late at night and need somewhere to stay, check out these hotels close to Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl Airport.

    • Auhotel Abu Dhabi - Airport Transit Hotel
    • Premier Inn Abu Dhabi Airport (Business Park)
    • Abu Dhabi Airport Hotel T3 Departure

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