C$703 Cheap Flights from Zayed International (AUH) to Sydney (SYD)

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Flight deals from Zayed International to Sydney

Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from Zayed International Airport to Sydney Airport? If you want to travel next month, return fares start from C$1,342. Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.

Find the cheapest month to fly from Zayed International to Sydney

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Zayed International to Sydney flights are currently cheapest in September.

Which airlines fly from Zayed International to Sydney?

Zayed International to Sydney: Alternative routes

Compare routes from Zayed International to Sydney below. You may find an airport to fly into that's cheaper, faster, or easier than Sydney.

Abu Dhabi to Sydney: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight foundC$703
Cheapest month to flySeptember
Average flight time13 hrs, 46 mins
Most popular airlineEtihad Airways
Average flights per week118

Finding cheap flights from Zayed International to Sydney: Frequently asked questions

The best price we found for a return flight from Zayed International to Sydney is C$1,057. This is an estimate based on information collected from different airlines and travel providers over the last 4 days and is subject to change and availability.
13 hours and 46 minutes is the average flight time from Zayed International to Sydney.
Gulf Air, Etihad Airways and EgyptAir fly direct from Zayed International to Sydney.
As of April 2026, there are 118 flights per week flying from Zayed International to Sydney.
The cheapest month to fly from Zayed International to Sydney is usually August.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Zayed International Airport to Sydney Airport on Friday, August 28, 2026.
Yes – the average flight time is 13 hours and 46 minutes.
We show every price from over 1,200 airlines and travel agents, comparing them all so you don’t have to. If you know you want to fly to Sydney but you’re not ready to book, set up a Price Alert. We’ll track prices for you, and let you know when they rise or fall.
We crunched all the numbers in our flight calendar and it looks like the cheapest time to book a flight to Sydney is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.
Currently, China Eastern and Etihad Airways offer the cheapest flight tickets to Sydney.

Traveling from Abu Dhabi International Airport (AUH) to Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport (SYD): what you need to know

  • 13 hours 39 minutes is the average duration of a direct flight from Abu Dhabi International Airport to Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport. Sydney is 7 hours ahead of Abu Dhabi and is in the UTC+11 timezone.

  • Flights from Abu Dhabi International Airport to Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport start from 10:30 — the first with Etihad Airways. The last departure is the 22:25 service with Etihad Airways. In total, you can take your pick of 9 weekly services from AUH to SYD.

  • You can expect longer queues in popular months like August and other peak periods. Arriving up to fours hours ahead of an international flight and two hours for domestic departures is a good idea.

  • Etihad Airways is your gateway to exploring Sydney (and maybe even some other great parts of Australia!). Choose from the direct flights from Abu Dhabi International Airport to Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport offered by this popular airline.

  • If you want to break up your flight from Abu Dhabi International Airport to Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport, add a stopover to your trip. Just uncheck 'Direct flights only' and find a destination that interests you. The top stopovers on the AUH - SYD route are:

    • Bandaranaike International Airport

    • Suvarnabhumi Airport

    • Hamad International Airport

  • Remember, you may need a visa to enter Australia. Visa requirements can differ and travel documentation requirements frequently change. Before reserving your cheap ticket from AUH to SYD, be sure to check with your airline and your destination country's local embassy or consulate for current information.

How to find the cheapest flights from Abu Dhabi International Airport (AUH) to Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport (SYD)

  • C$703 is the best price for a one-way ticket from Abu Dhabi International Airport to Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport. Return flights start from C$1,057. These prices can change based on demand and availability.

  • To get your hands on cheap flight tickets from AUH to SYD, book your journey 9 months ahead of your planned departure.

  • May is the cheapest month for flight tickets from Abu Dhabi International Airport to Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport. If you need to fly at a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will give you the lowest prices for each month.

  • Set up a Price Alert for cheap flight tickets from AUH to SYD. You don't need to search every day to see whether fares have dropped. We'll notify you when there's a change in price.

  • Tailor your flights using filters. Pick your departure and arrival times, total journey duration and airlines. You can also sort results by 'Best,' 'Cheapest' or 'Fastest' flights from Abu Dhabi International Airport to Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport.

Handy information about Abu Dhabi International Airport (AUH)

  • Abu Dhabi International Airport is around 32 kilometres from central Abu Dhabi. If you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab from the center, it'll take 25 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic. If you're using public transport, expect the journey time to be around 1 hour and 28 minutes.

  • Catching an early flight from Abu Dhabi International Airport to Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport? Avoid rushing to the terminal (and enjoy a little extra shut-eye) by picking one of these hotels near AUH:

Arriving at Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport (SYD)

Getting from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport (SYD) to central Sydney

  • Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport to central Sydney is about 21 minutes by car. It's approximately 18 kilometres away. Discover what options are available, such as cabs, car rentals or ride-sharing services.

  • It'll take around 27 minutes when traveling by public transport.

When to fly to Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport (SYD)

  • July is the most popular month for flights from Abu Dhabi International Airport to Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport. To steer clear of the crowds, visit Sydney in April.

  • When booking your flight from Abu Dhabi International Airport to Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport, consider the kind of weather you like. January is the warmest month in Sydney, with temperatures ranging from 17ºC to 32ºC.

  • July has average temperatures of between 5ºC and 19ºC. Look for cheap flight tickets from AUH to SYD around that time if you want to travel when it's cooler.

More about Sydney

  • When it comes to looking for somewhere to rest your head, you can find the best places to stay in Sydney right here. Check out these hotels after locking in your flight from AUH to SYD:

  • Winston Hills Lions Park and Rumsey Rose Garden are a couple of top-rated attractions to put on your Sydney to-do list. Keep the adventure rolling by checking out Westmead Hospital: Emergency Room.

Complete your Sydney trip with hotels and a car rental

  • You've got your cheap ticket to Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport — next on the list is finding a great place to stay, and perhaps even a set of wheels. We've compared prices across hundreds of companies to bring you the top hotels and car rental deals in Sydney.

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