Cheap Flights from Manchester to Abu Dhabi

Abu Dhabi, the largest emirates of the United Arab Emirates’ seven emirates, is the second most populous city of the UAE after Dubai. The cultural capital of UAE is also the capital city of the Emirate of Abu Dhabi. The beautiful city is situated on an island located in the Persian Gulf. The modern and cosmopolitan city is famous for its incredible Islamic architecture, culture, coastal pleasures, and other attractions, which make it one of the most popular tourist attractions in the world.

Tip: Abu Dhabi has a hot desert climate. Popular months to visit are from October to March, when it’s the colder season.

Getting to Abu Dhabi

Abu Dhabi International Airport is the main international airport serving Abu Dhabi. It is the second-busiest airport in the UAE. There are many Manchester to Abu Dhabi flights throughout the day. Direct flights to Abu Dhabi are by Etihad Airlines. For other options of flights from Manchester to Abu Dhabi, see flights by Turkish Airlines, British Airways, and Swiss Airways.

Tip: Book tickets well in advance if travelling in October or March, as popular events happen during these months. In October Abu Dhabi Film Festival and in March Abu Dhabi Festival take place.

What to see in Abu Dhabi?    

Abu Dhabi is world-famous for its opulent and stunning Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque. This architectural marvel has the capacity of over 40,000 worshippers. It's gold plated chandeliers, beautiful domes and the world’s largest hand-woven carpet make it the world’s most impressive religious landmark. Visit this largest mosque of UAE to know more about the traditions and religion of Abu Dhabi.

The Abu Dhabi city proudly displays its vast art collection of every kind of art form in its world-class mega-museum, the Louvre. The beautiful museum designed by Jean Nouvel, a French architect, has a vast gallery featuring pre-historic artefacts to contemporary artworks from many famous artists like Leonardo da Vinci, Ai Weiwei, and Pablo Picasso.

Water-sport loving tourists have ample options in Abu Dhabi. They can enjoy wake-boarding, surfing, parasailing, speedboats, kayaking, snorkelling or swimming in the emirate's water. The Corniche beach is a popular option for beach lovers and families. It has a beautiful waterfront with cafes, restaurants, and children play areas and pathways. Other beaches like Saadiyat and Yas are also stunning and enjoyable.

Yas Island is a popular place for adrenaline lovers. Enjoy the thrill of Grand Prix at the Yas Marina Circuit. Yas Waterworld and Ferrari World Abu Dhabi have a lot of rides and activities for the thrill-seeking people.

Other popular attractions include the Emirates Palace, Eastern Mangroove Promenade, Emirates Park Zoo, and Qasr Al Watan.

Tip: Enjoy the sunset views of the Louvre Abu Dhabi. The magnificent structure looks best at that time. Also, take a kayak and enjoy the unique views.    

Shop and Dine in Abu Dhabi

Abu Dhabi is also famous for its shopping, as it is tax-free and diverse. One can shop for everything here from latest brands to traditional handicrafts, carpets, or spices in ultra-modern malls and small souks or shops. 

Enjoy the high-end shopping with an enjoyable dining experience at The Collection at St Regis, located in Saadiyat Island Resort. It is designed like a Mediterranean- style village with beautiful terraces, piazzas, and courtyards. The Eastern Mangroves Promenade and Al Raha Beach Plazas also have good options for restaurants and shopping.

Tip: To enjoy the desert lifestyle, go to the Heritage Village on the Corniche Breakwater. Enjoy watching craftsmen making pottery, weaving, or making metal artefacts. There are many souvenir shops too.

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