Explore the cheapest one-way and round-trip flights from Manchester to Abu Dhabi over the next 90 days, with one-way fares from £109 and round-trip from £268. Based on Trip.com's latest 7-day flight data.

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Flights from Manchester to Abu Dhabi operate an average of 6 times per day over the past 7 days, with a 0.0% on-time departure rate and a 30.8% on-time arrival rate.

Which airlines are the most popular for Manchester to Abu Dhabi flights?

The most popular airlines flying from Manchester to Abu Dhabi are Etihad Airways, Pegasus Airlines, and Qatar Airways, among 11 carriers on this route. Ryanair offers the lowest fares. Based on Trip.com's flight booking data from the previous 12 months.
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Airlines are determined based on actual purchased flight tickets from Manchester to Abu Dhabi according to previous 12 months data from Trip.com.

Trip.com Price Insights on Manchester to Abu Dhabi Flights

What is the cheapest month to book a one-way flight from Manchester to Abu Dhabi?

Average price of one-way tickets from Manchester to Abu Dhabi booked on Trip.com over the past 12 months.

For a one-way flight from Manchester to Abu Dhabi, fares are lowest in June (£285) and highest in April (£486).

£486
£386
£285
£185
    Cheapest
  • £323
    Sep
  • £456
    Oct
  • £329
    Nov
  • £472
    Dec
  • £376
    Jan
  • £376
    Feb
  • £410
    Mar
  • £486
    Apr
  • £417
    May
  • £285
    Jun
  • £398
    Jul
  • £442
    Aug

What is the cheapest month to book a return flight from Manchester to Abu Dhabi?

Average price of return tickets from Manchester to Abu Dhabi booked on Trip.com over the past 12 months.

For a return flight from Manchester to Abu Dhabi, fares are lowest in September (£570) and highest in August (£889).

£889
£730
£570
£411
  • £570
    Sep
  • £719
    Oct
  • £582
    Nov
  • £801
    Dec
  • £638
    Jan
  • £802
    Feb
  • £658
    Mar
  • £629
    Apr
  • £589
    May
  • £621
    Jun
  • £788
    Jul
  • £889
    Aug

Flight FAQs

  • Which airlines offer the cheapest flights from Manchester to Abu Dhabi?

    Based on Trip.com data, Ryanair offers Cheapest nonstop one-way flights from £109 (for example, MAN–AUH on Wed, Nov 11). For a Cheapest nonstop return flight, Pegasus Airlines offers fares from £268, departing on Wed, Nov 11 and returning on Tue, Nov 17.
  • At the moment, you can catch a direct flight from Manchester to Abu Dhabi with the following airlines, including: Etihad Airways Pegasus Airlines Ryanair Jet2.com Gulf Air Selected airlines are based on historical data collected from flight bookings users made on Trip.com within the last 90 days.
  • A flight from Manchester (MAN) to Abu Dhabi (AUH) takes an average of 7 hours 14 minutes.
  • By analyzing data from all airlines on the Trip.com flight calendar, it looks like the best time to book a flight from Manchester to Abu Dhabi is around 40 days (6 weeks) in advance, and the best time to fly is usually on Tuesday, Wednesday, and Saturday. Tuesday typically offers the cheapest flights for departure, while Saturday offers the best return deals.
  • On average, 13 direct flights operate each week between Manchester and Abu Dhabi. See below the schedules of the main airlines serving this route:
    Etihad Airways: S/M/T/W/T/F/S – EY078 (departure at 09:28)
  • Here are some tips for finding the best flight deals from Manchester to Abu Dhabi on Trip.com:
    · Be flexible with your travel dates. The cheapest flight is currently on Wed, Nov 11, with one-way fares from just £109.
    · Compare airlines. Etihad Airways currently offers the lowest fares on this route.
    · Set up a price alert to track fare changes without searching every day.
    · Check Trip.com regularly for flight deals and available promo codes.
    · Avoid peak season or book early. July is generally the busiest month for travel to Abu Dhabi.
    · Get exclusive promo codes on the Trip.com app.
  • The cheapest month to book a flight from Manchester to Abu Dhabi is usually November, when demand is lower.
  • After crunching the numbers on our September flight calendar, it's currently cheapest to fly from Manchester to Abu Dhabi on September 30, 2026 with Pegasus Airlines, with prices starting at £282.
  • Flights to Abu Dhabi can arrive at: Zayed International Airport (AUH), Al Bateen Executive Airport (AZI) and Abu Dhabi Bus Station (ZVJ). The most common route connects Manchester Airport and Zayed International Airport (MAN–AUH).
  • The time difference between Abu Dhabi and Manchester is 4h.
  • Tickets can only be changed or cancelled if permitted by airline policy. To submit a change or cancellation request, go to the flight bookings page, select the option to change or cancel your booking, choose the relevant passengers and segment, and submit a request. Please note that additional charges may apply according to the airline ticket policy. However, if the flight has been rescheduled and you would like to change or cancel your ticket, you can submit an involuntary cancellation request. For more details about change and cancellation policies, please check the customer support pages.
  • Based on Trip.com data for flights departing in the next 30 days, the average one-way fare from Manchester to Abu Dhabi is £432. Fares vary by travel date, airline and availability.
  • Based on Trip.com data for flights departing in the next 30 days, the average return fare from Manchester to Abu Dhabi is £684. Fares vary by travel date, airline and availability.
  • Enter Manchester and Abu Dhabi, choose your travel dates and passengers, then compare flights by price, duration and baggage. Select a fare, review the change and cancellation rules, enter traveller details and complete payment to receive your confirmation.
  • Pegasus Airlinesare the most popular budget airlines flying from Manchester to Abu Dhabi. Check baggage, seat and payment fees before comparing the final price.

Flight 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.

If you are interested in making a Manchester-Abu Dhabi flight booking, you will be able to find some good options for cheap flights from Manchester - Abu Dhabi on Trip.com. Here, you can get the best deals on flights and discounts on hotel booking, too. To experience UAE’s cultural capital with its cultural and scenic offerings, visit Abu Dhabi with Trip.com.

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To request a change or cancellation, go to the flight bookings page, select the option to change or cancel your booking, choose the relevant passengers and flight segment, and submit your request. Please note that additional charges may apply according to the airline's ticket policy.
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