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Cheapest round-trip
$1,122
Typical prices: $1,335-$1,845
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Tue 10/30Tue 11/13
SAN - AUH • 1 stop
Cheapest one-way
$3,097
Typical prices: $674-$888
Royal Jordanian
Thu 10/4
SAN - AUH • 2 stops
Nonstop flights
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There are currently no direct flights between San Diego and Abu Dhabi. You'll need to take a connecting flight to reach the destination.
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Top layover airports
Chicago O'Hare Intl (ORD)
Cheapest • Avg $1,180 (round-trip)
Munich Franz Josef Strauss (MUC)
Shortest trip • 25h 01m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from San Diego to Abu Dhabi (SAN-AUH)

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

Fri, Oct 30 - Fri, Nov 13
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2:30 pm - 12:55 pmSAN  San Diego-AUH Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl
35h 25m1 stop Calgary
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2:25 am - 12:40 pmAUH  Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl-SAN San Diego
22h 15m1 stop Calgary
$1,122Multiple Airlines
Fri, Oct 30 - Fri, Nov 13
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2:30 pm - 12:55 pmSAN  San Diego-AUH Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl
35h 25m1 stop Calgary
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2:25 am - 12:40 pmAUH  Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl-SAN San Diego
22h 15m1 stop Calgary
$1,139Multiple Airlines
Wed, Oct 28 - Wed, Nov 4
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2:22 pm - 1:30 amSAN  San Diego-AUH Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl
24h 08m2 stops New York John F Kennedy Intl Istanbul
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7:40 am - 10:28 amAUH  Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl-SAN San Diego
38h 48m2 stops Istanbul New York John F Kennedy Intl
$1,144Multiple Airlines
Wed, Oct 28 - Wed, Nov 4
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11:40 am - 12:30 pmSAN  San Diego-AUH Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl
37h 50m1 stop New York John F Kennedy Intl
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9:40 am - 8:25 pmAUH  Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl-SAN San Diego
22h 45m1 stop New York John F Kennedy Intl
$1,154Etihad Airways
Fri, Oct 30 - Fri, Nov 13
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2:22 pm - 1:30 amSAN  San Diego-AUH Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl
24h 08m2 stops New York John F Kennedy Intl Istanbul
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2:35 am - 8:22 pmAUH  Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl-SAN San Diego
53h 47m2 stops Istanbul New York John F Kennedy Intl
$1,173Multiple Airlines
Mon, Nov 2 - Sat, Nov 14
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9:40 pm - 12:30 pmSAN  San Diego-AUH Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl
26h 50m1 stop New York John F Kennedy Intl
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3:35 am - 7:04 pmAUH  Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl-SAN San Diego
27h 29m1 stop Charlotte Douglas
$1,177Multiple Airlines
Mon, Nov 2 - Sun, Nov 15
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8:03 am - 8:55 pmSAN  San Diego-AUH Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl
24h 52m2 stops Boston Logan Intl Doha Hamad Intl
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5:20 am - 9:40 pmAUH  Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl-SAN San Diego
28h 20m2 stops Doha Hamad Intl Boston Logan Intl
$1,179Multiple Airlines
Fri, Oct 30 - Fri, Nov 13
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2:22 pm - 1:30 amSAN  San Diego-AUH Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl
24h 08m2 stops New York John F Kennedy Intl Istanbul
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2:35 am - 8:22 pmAUH  Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl-SAN San Diego
53h 47m2 stops Istanbul New York John F Kennedy Intl
$1,182Multiple Airlines
Thu, Oct 29 - Mon, Nov 2
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11:40 am - 12:30 pmSAN  San Diego-AUH Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl
37h 50m1 stop New York John F Kennedy Intl
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9:00 am - 7:14 pmAUH  Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl-SAN San Diego
22h 14m1 stop Boston Logan Intl
$1,190Etihad Airways
Thu, Oct 29 - Mon, Nov 2
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11:33 am - 3:50 amSAN  San Diego-AUH Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl
29h 17m2 stops Chicago O'Hare Intl Doha Hamad Intl
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5:20 am - 10:34 amAUH  Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl-SAN San Diego
41h 14m2 stops Doha Hamad Intl Boston Logan Intl
$1,267Qatar Airways
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Price, demand and travel trends for San Diego to Abu Dhabi flights

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

Etihad Airways ($1,154) and Turkish Airlines ($1,203) are the cheapest airlines to fly round-trip from San Diego to Abu Dhabi according to KAYAK data over the last 5 days.

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Key details for San Diego to Abu Dhabi flights

Cheapest flight

$3,097
Flight from San Diego to Abu Dhabi

When to book flights from San Diego to Abu Dhabi

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Your San Diego to Abu Dhabi flight questions, answered

Find helpful route details based on KAYAK data, including flight times, airports, airlines and booking questions.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    • Munich Franz Josef Strauss (MUC) - 60% of one-stop connections
    • Boston Logan Intl (BOS) - 20% of one-stop connections
    • Chicago O'Hare Intl (ORD) - 20% of one-stop connections

    Munich Franz Josef Strauss (MUC) handles the largest share of one-stop connections on this route.

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

    Yes. Being flexible with your travel dates can save you up to 43% on the San Diego to Abu Dhabi route. Wednesday is the cheapest departure day at $1,060 round-trip on average, while Sunday is the most expensive at $1,845, a difference of $785. 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 Abu Dhabi?

    Some of the most popular sights in Abu Dhabi are Abu Dhabi National Exhibition Centre, Corniche Beach and Warner Bros. World Abu Dhabi. These are among the most viewed places in Abu Dhabi on KAYAK.

  • How long is a flight from San Diego to Abu Dhabi?

    A nonstop flight from San Diego to Abu Dhabi takes 0h 00m, covering 8,445 miles.

  • Do I need a passport to fly from San Diego 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.

  • Have flight prices from San Diego to Abu Dhabi changed much recently?

    Yes. Based on fares seen in the past 5 days, round-trip prices on this route showed a wide range, from about $1,122 to $6,503. That means the highest observed fare was about 6x higher than the lowest one.

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

    One-way fares from San Diego to Abu Dhabi are currently higher than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $4,379, which is 495% above the typical average for this route.

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

    Flying via Chicago O'Hare Intl (ORD) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 24h 38m, compared with 25h 01m via Munich Franz Josef Strauss (MUC) and 25h 05m via Boston Logan Intl (BOS).

  • What is the time difference between San Diego and Abu Dhabi?

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

  • 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

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