Travelling from Zayed International Airport (AUH) to Antalya Airport (AYT): what you need to know
Take a direct flight from Zayed International Airport to Antalya Airport and you'll be travelling for an average of 4 hours 35 minutes.
The timezone in Antalya is UTC+3, which is one hour behind Abu Dhabi.
Your AUH to AYT flight won't wait if you're running late, so get to the airport on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead when you're travelling internationally.
During popular months like December, it's best to get to the airport well in advance. Arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead for international flights when you travel during peak periods in general.
Travelling to Antalya (and then exploring more of Türkiye (Turkey)!) is easy with Etihad Airways. This popular carrier has direct flights from Zayed International Airport to Antalya Airport.
Most travellers choose to fly with Etihad Airways on this route.
SunExpress is the most punctual carrier offering AUH to AYT flights.
Think about adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Zayed International Airport to Antalya Airport. Simply deselect 'Direct flights only' to break up your trip, or enjoy a detour to a new and interesting place. Here's where you can stop between AUH and AYT:
Hamad International Airport
Istanbul Sabiha Airport
Amman Queen Alia Airport
Handy information about Zayed International Airport (AUH)
When it comes to Zayed International Airport's on-time performance, data shows 75% of flights arrive within the expected timeframe.
Zayed International Airport is about 32 kilometres from central Abu Dhabi. If you're driving, catching a taxi or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take 30 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic.
Taking public transport? Expect a trip time of around 1 hour.
Have an early flight from Zayed International Airport to Antalya Airport? Avoid the stress of rushing to the airport (and sneak in some extra snooze time) by choosing one of these stays near AUH:
Arriving at Antalya Airport (AYT)
Consider booking a hotel close to AYT if you're on a late Zayed International Airport to Antalya Airport flight. Choose one of these options and skip the long transfer:
Get on the fast track to adventure by picking up a Antalya Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Hit, AllMeet rent a car or Right Cars to explore Antalya and beyond.
For the lowest price, reserve your ride from Antalya Airport about one week before travelling.
Getting from Antalya Airport (AYT) to central Antalya
Antalya Airport to the centre of Antalya has a drive time of about 20 minutes. It's approximately 13 kilometres away.
It takes roughly 35 minutes when travelling by public transport.
When to fly to Antalya Airport (AYT)
The quietest month for a flight from Zayed International Airport to Antalya Airport is February, while August is the busiest. Pick the best time to visit Antalya based on whether you prefer a bustling atmosphere or a more laid-back vibe.
Book your flight from Zayed International Airport to Antalya Airport for July if you want to visit Antalya during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures of between 22ºC (72ºF) and 35ºC (95ºF).
If you like travelling in cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from AUH to AYT in January. Temperatures average between 4ºC (39ºF) and 16ºC (61ºF) then.
Explore more of Türkiye (Turkey)
Istanbul is just one of the many places in Türkiye (Turkey) waiting to be discovered after you've experienced Antalya. Around 483 kilometres away to the north, check out popular attractions including Hagia Sophia Museum, Historic Areas of Istanbul and Hagia Sophia History Museum.
If there's time to check out another side of Türkiye (Turkey), head for Ankara, roughly 386 kilometres north-east of Antalya. The Roman Theatre, Kocatepe Mosque (Kocatepe Camii) and Museum of Anatolian Civilizations are highlights.