Traveling from Barcelona-El Prat Airport (BCN) to Abu Dhabi International Airport (AUH): what you need to know
6 hours 17 minutes is the average length of a direct flight from Barcelona-El Prat Airport to Abu Dhabi International Airport. Abu Dhabi is 3 hours ahead of Barcelona and is in the UTC+4 timezone.
You can choose from 14 weekly flights from Barcelona-El Prat Airport to Abu Dhabi International Airport. The 02:45 departure with Etihad Airways is the earliest available between BCN and AUH. Etihad Airways operates the last service of the day at 22:00.
You can expect bigger queues in popular months like July and other peak periods. Arriving up to four hours in advance for international flights and two hours for a domestic departure will help ensure a smooth travel experience.
Visiting Abu Dhabi (and then discovering more of United Arab Emirates!) is easy with Etihad Airways. This popular airline runs direct flights from Barcelona-El Prat Airport to Abu Dhabi International Airport.
We make it a breeze to get a flight with a stopover. To see your options for flights from Barcelona-El Prat Airport to Abu Dhabi International Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, pick a flight with a stop long enough to explore your chosen city. Some popular stopovers between BCN and AUH include:
Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport
Hamad International Airport
Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport
Before organizing your cheap ticket from BCN to AUH, check whether you need a visa to enter United Arab Emirates. Visa and travel document requirements can vary and are updated frequently. To get the latest information, get in touch with the nearest embassy or consulate of the country you're flying to.
How to find the cheapest flights from Barcelona-El Prat Airport (BCN) to Abu Dhabi International Airport (AUH)
C$166 is currently the best price for a one-way ticket from Barcelona-El Prat Airport to Abu Dhabi International Airport. Return flights start from C$339. These prices can change depending on demand.
Book 10 months before you want to fly. After looking at the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you should book ahead to find cheap flight tickets from BCN to AUH.
The cheapest month for flight tickets from Barcelona-El Prat Airport to Abu Dhabi International Airport is June. Use the 'Whole month' tool to find the lowest prices if you have flexible travel dates.
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Take advantage of filters to find the ideal trip for you. To see the 'Cheapest,' 'Fastest' or 'Best' flights from Barcelona-El Prat Airport to Abu Dhabi International Airport, use the 'Sort by' tool. You can also filter by airline, departure and arrival times, and journey duration.
Handy information about Barcelona-El Prat Airport (BCN)
Barcelona-El Prat Airport is about 18 kilometres from central Barcelona. If you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving from the center, it'll take 24 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic conditions. If you're using public transport, expect the journey time to be approximately 33 minutes.
After a convenient hotel near BCN? If you're on an early flight from Barcelona-El Prat Airport to Abu Dhabi International Airport, these stays will have you moments from your check-in counter:
Arriving at Abu Dhabi International Airport (AUH)
The last thing you want is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on a flight from Barcelona-El Prat Airport to Abu Dhabi International Airport. Reserve one of these accommodation options near AUH instead:
Getting from Abu Dhabi International Airport (AUH) to central Abu Dhabi
From Abu Dhabi International Airport, Abu Dhabi is approximately 32 kilometres away. It takes around 25 minutes to get to the center driving.
When traveling by public transport, expect a journey time of around 1 hour and 28 minutes.
When to fly to Abu Dhabi International Airport (AUH)
The quietest month for a flight from Barcelona-El Prat Airport to Abu Dhabi International Airport is April, while August is the most popular. Choose the best time to go to Abu Dhabi based on whether you prefer a bustling atmosphere or a more laid-back vibe.
When reserving your flight from Barcelona-El Prat Airport to Abu Dhabi International Airport, think about the type of weather you like. July is the warmest month in Abu Dhabi, with the temperature ranging from 29ºC to 43ºC.
If you like cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from BCN to AUH in January. Temperatures average between 14ºC and 25ºC then.
More about Abu Dhabi
After booking your flights from BCN to AUH, you'll need to find somewhere to stay in Abu Dhabi. Make one of these options your base for exploring this top destination:
Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque and Emirates Palace, Dubai are a couple of top-rated attractions to add to your Abu Dhabi must-do list. Keep the momentum going by heading to Qasr Al Watan.
Complete your Abu Dhabi trip with hotels and a car rental
After you've secured your cheap ticket to Abu Dhabi International Airport, check out our low prices and exclusive offers on hotels. You can also compare a range of car rental companies in one go to get the best car rental price for your Abu Dhabi getaway.
