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Only Etihad Airways operates flights between Washington, D.C. and Abu Dhabi.

Flights from Washington, D.C. to Abu Dhabi may depart from several airports in Washington, D.C. area, including Washington, D.C. Reagan-National (DCA) and Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl (IAD). Flights usually arrive at Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl (AUH).

Here are some options for this route, based on selected ticket types and cabin classes:

• Etihad Airways: a cabin bag and a checked bag in Economy Class

Bag allowance can vary by ticket type, cabin class, route and airline, so travelers should check the fare details before booking.

Three cabin classes are available on flights from Washington, D.C. to Abu Dhabi:

• Economy Class
• Business Class
• First Class

On this route, layover flights are cheaper than nonstop options on average. Layover fares average $671 round-trip via Amman Queen Alia Intl (AMM), compared to $1,387 for nonstop.

There is no standard. Checked-bag policies vary by airline on this route. Most carriers charge $52–$100 for the first checked bag in economy. Premium fares and elite-status bookings typically include a free checked bag.

One-stop flights from Washington, D.C. to Abu Dhabi most commonly connect through:

• Istanbul (IST) - 44% of one-stop connections
• Doha Hamad Intl (DOH) - 40% of one-stop connections
• Riyadh King Khaled Intl (RUH) - 9% of one-stop connections
• Jeddah King Abdulaziz Intl (JED) - 2% of one-stop connections

Istanbul (IST) handles the largest share of one-stop connections on this route.

Yes. Being flexible with your travel dates can save you up to 42% on the Washington, D.C. to Abu Dhabi route. Friday is the cheapest departure day at $916 round-trip on average, while Monday is the most expensive at $1,573, a difference of $657. KAYAK's flexible dates feature shows options up to 3 days before and after your selected dates, making it easier to compare nearby fares.

Afternoon is the busiest departure period on Washington, D.C. to Abu Dhabi flights, with 100% of flights leaving in that window. Morning departures account for 0%, evening flights for 0%, and night flights for 0%.

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.

These are the earliest and latest flight times available from Washington, D.C. to Abu Dhabi:

• Earliest: departs at 2:35 pm and lands at 3:35 am
• Latest: departs at 3:35 pm and lands at 4:35 am.

The flight takes about 13h 00m.

Last-minute fares on this route - booked within 2 weeks of departure - run 2% above the route average of $1,325. Book 26 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

A nonstop flight from Washington, D.C. to Abu Dhabi takes 13h 00m, covering 7,057 miles.

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.

One-way fares from Washington, D.C. to Abu Dhabi are currently higher than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $1,364, which is 96% above the typical average for this route.

Flying via Doha Hamad Intl (DOH) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 17h 43m, compared with 19h 17m via Istanbul (IST) and 19h 32m via Lisbon Humberto Delgado (LIS).

Abu Dhabi is 8 hours ahead of Washington, D.C. (Gulf Time vs Eastern Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.

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

Round-trip flights from Washington, D.C. to Abu Dhabi range from $924 to $1,641, with an average of $1,325 over the past 12 months. Anything below $924 counts as a good deal.