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Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from Edinburgh Airport to Zayed International Airport? If you want to travel next month, return fares start from $893. Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.
Abu Dhabi.$193 per passenger.Departing Tue, 24 Nov.One-way flight with Ryanair.Outbound indirect flight with Ryanair, departs from Edinburgh on Tue, 24 Nov, arriving in Zayed International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $193, select.
Abu Dhabi.$247 per passenger.Departing Fri, 30 Oct.One-way flight with Ryanair.Outbound indirect flight with Ryanair, departs from Edinburgh on Fri, 30 Oct, arriving in Zayed International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $247, select.
Abu Dhabi.$265 per passenger.Departing Thu, 4 Feb.One-way flight with Pegasus Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Pegasus Airlines, departs from Edinburgh on Thu, 4 Feb, arriving in Zayed International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $265, select.
Abu Dhabi.$299 per passenger.Departing Wed, 13 Jan.One-way flight with Pegasus Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Pegasus Airlines, departs from Edinburgh on Wed, 13 Jan, arriving in Zayed International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $299, select.
Abu Dhabi.$311 per passenger.Departing Mon, 31 Aug.One-way flight with Pegasus Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Pegasus Airlines, departs from Edinburgh on Mon, 31 Aug, arriving in Zayed International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $311, select.
Abu Dhabi.$312 per passenger.Departing Tue, 1 Sep.One-way flight with Pegasus Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Pegasus Airlines, departs from Edinburgh on Tue, 1 Sep, arriving in Zayed International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $312, select.
Abu Dhabi.$324 per passenger.Departing Mon, 7 Dec.One-way flight with Pegasus Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Pegasus Airlines, departs from Edinburgh on Mon, 7 Dec, arriving in Zayed International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $324, select.
Abu Dhabi.$327 per passenger.Departing Mon, 15 Mar.One-way flight with Pegasus Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Pegasus Airlines, departs from Edinburgh on Mon, 15 Mar, arriving in Zayed International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $327, select.
Abu Dhabi.$411 per passenger.Departing Sun, 12 Jul.One-way flight with Ryanair.Outbound indirect flight with Ryanair, departs from Edinburgh on Sun, 12 Jul, arriving in Zayed International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $411, select.
Abu Dhabi.$589 per passenger.Departing Mon, 29 Jun.One-way flight with Pegasus Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Pegasus Airlines, departs from Edinburgh on Mon, 29 Jun, arriving in Zayed International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $589, select.
Abu Dhabi.$629 per passenger.Departing Mon, 10 May.One-way flight with Qatar Airways.Outbound indirect flight with Qatar Airways, departs from Edinburgh on Mon, 10 May, arriving in Zayed International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $629, select.
Abu Dhabi.$673 per passenger.Departing Sat, 5 Jun.One-way flight with Qatar Airways.Outbound indirect flight with Qatar Airways, departs from Edinburgh on Sat, 5 Jun, arriving in Zayed International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $673, select.
Abu Dhabi.$2,889 per passenger.Departing Mon, 5 Apr.One-way flight with Condor.Outbound indirect flight with Condor, departs from Edinburgh on Mon, 5 Apr, arriving in Zayed International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $2,889, select.

Find the cheapest month to fly from Edinburgh to Zayed International

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Edinburgh to Zayed International flights are currently cheapest in November.
Jun
from $589
Jul
from $411
Aug
from $311
Sep
from $312
Oct
from $247
Nov
from $193
Dec
from $324
Jan
from $299
Feb
from $265
Mar
from $327
Apr
from $2,889
May
from $629

Edinburgh to Zayed International: Alternative routes

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

Zayed International

18km from central Abu Dhabi
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from $193
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Dubai Al Maktoum International

88km from central Abu Dhabi
from $290
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Edinburgh to Abu Dhabi: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight found$193
Cheapest month to flyNovember

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

The best price we found for a return flight from Edinburgh to Zayed International is $435. 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.
Currently, there are no airlines that fly direct from Edinburgh to Zayed International. But we found flights with one or more stops from $435.
As of June 2026, there are no flights flying from Edinburgh to Zayed International.
The cheapest month to fly from Edinburgh to Zayed International is usually November.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Edinburgh Airport to Zayed International Airport on Friday, 13 November 2026.
No airlines currently offer direct flights between Edinburgh Airport and Zayed International Airport. Most routes have one or more stops.
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 Zayed International 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 Abu Dhabi is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.

Currently, Ryanair offers the cheapest flight tickets to Zayed International.

Travelling from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Zayed International Airport (AUH): what you need to know

  • Abu Dhabi's timezone is UTC+4, which makes Abu Dhabi four hours ahead of Edinburgh.

  • Leave enough time to catch your EDI to AUH flight. As a general rule, arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.

  • Travelling during a peak time such as July? Public holidays and other popular periods can lead to longer lines and delays at airport checkpoints. Play things extra safe and arrive up to four hours before an international flight and two hours before a domestic departure.

  • If you'd like to explore another city along the way, just uncheck 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Edinburgh Airport to Zayed International Airport. These are the most popular stopovers between EDI and AUH:

    • London Heathrow Airport

    • Amsterdam Schiphol Airport

    • Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport

How to find the cheapest flights from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Zayed International Airport (AUH)

  • The cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Edinburgh Airport to Zayed International Airport flight is $193. A return ticket right now is $435. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares can change.

  • Don't leave things to the last moment. You're more likely to get cheap tickets from EDI to AUH if you book in advance. Airlines often offer some great early bird deals.

  • Finding cheap flights from Edinburgh Airport to Zayed International Airport is easy if you're flexible with your trip dates. Use the 'Whole month' search tool to see the best prices across each month and snap up a great deal.

  • Never miss a deal on cheap flights from EDI to AUH by setting up a Price Alert. We'll send you an email or notification on the app when a lower fare pops up.

  • Select your preferred arrival and departure times, number of stops and airlines with the filters. Alternatively, sort your results by 'Cheapest' to see the best deals on flights from Edinburgh Airport to Zayed International Airport.

Handy information about Edinburgh Airport (EDI)

  • 73% of flights taking off from Edinburgh Airport arrive at their destination on time.

  • Central Edinburgh to Edinburgh Airport is approximately 13 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take about 25 minutes to get there if you're driving, catching a taxi or ride-sharing.

  • The journey when using public transport typically takes 35 minutes.

  • Booked an early flight from Edinburgh Airport to Zayed International Airport? Avoid the stress of rushing to the airport (and sneak in some extra precious sleep) by picking one of these hotels near EDI:

Arriving at Zayed International Airport (AUH)

Getting from Zayed International Airport (AUH) to central Abu Dhabi

  • Zayed International Airport to central Abu Dhabi has a drive time of about 30 minutes. It's approximately 32 kilometres away.

  • Getting to the centre by public transport will take you around 1 hour.

When to fly to Zayed International Airport (AUH)

  • The quietest month for a flight from Edinburgh Airport to Zayed International Airport is May, while December is the busiest. Choose the best time to visit Abu Dhabi based on whether you prefer a more fast-paced or easygoing experience.

  • Before locking in your flight from Edinburgh Airport to Zayed International Airport, consider the kind of weather you enjoy. August is the warmest month in Abu Dhabi, with the temperature ranging from 30ºC (86ºF) to 42ºC (108ºF).

  • Search for cheap tickets from EDI to AUH in January if you'd rather travel during cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between 14ºC (57ºF) and 25ºC (77ºF) on average.

Explore more of the United Arab Emirates

  • You've seen Abu Dhabi, now it's time to discover other parts of the United Arab Emirates. Travel around 121 kilometres north-east to Dubai to tick off its top attractions. From Burj Khalifa to Dubai Opera and Dubai Gold Souk, you'll have a packed itinerary ahead.

  • Sharjah is another sought-after destination in the United Arab Emirates and is around 145 kilometres north-east of Abu Dhabi. No trip is complete without experiencing Rain Room, Al Noor Mosque and Adventureland.

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