Flying from Ninoy Aquino International Airport (MNL) to Abu Dhabi International Airport (AUH): what you need to know
Around 9 hours 5 minutes is how long you can expect to be in the air on a direct flight from Ninoy Aquino International Airport to Abu Dhabi International Airport.
Abu Dhabi is four hours behind Manila and is in the UTC+4 timezone.
Flights from MNL to AUH start from 18:45 — the earliest with Etihad Airways. The last service of the day is at 23:45 with Etihad Airways. In total, you can take your pick of 21 weekly Ninoy Aquino International Airport to Abu Dhabi International Airport flights.
To ensure you catch your MNL to AUH flight, allow plenty of time for things like baggage drop and finding your gate. Arriving two hours ahead of international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the general travel rule.
During popular months such as April, it's a good idea to get to the airport earlier. Arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead for an international flight when you fly during a high season in general.
Jetting into Abu Dhabi (and then discovering more of United Arab Emirates!) is a breeze with Etihad Airways. This popular airline has direct flights from Ninoy Aquino International Airport to Abu Dhabi International Airport.
The majority of travellers choose to travel with Etihad Airways on this route.
Etihad Airways stands out as the most punctual carrier for MNL to AUH flights, with 91.74% of its services landing as scheduled.
We make it a breeze to book a flight with a stopover. To see all your options for tickets from Ninoy Aquino International Airport to Abu Dhabi International Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, choose a flight with a stop long enough to visit the city of your choice. Some great stopovers between MNL and AUH include:
Hamad International Airport
Changi International Airport
Kuala Lumpur International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Ninoy Aquino International Airport (MNL) to Abu Dhabi International Airport (AUH)
The cheapest price we've found for a one-way Ninoy Aquino International Airport to Abu Dhabi International Airport flight is 228 €. A return plane ticket is currently 455 €. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares can change.
To pick up cheap tickets from MNL to AUH, book your journey seven months before your planned departure.
June is the cheapest month for flights from Ninoy Aquino International Airport to Abu Dhabi International Airport. If you prefer to fly during a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will give you the lowest airfares across every month.
Save time searching for cheap flights from MNL to AUH by creating a Price Alert. You'll receive an email or notification on the app when a lower fare becomes available.
Tailor your flights with filters. Select your ideal departure and arrival times, total journey duration and airlines. You can also sort results by 'Fastest,' 'Best' or 'Cheapest' flights from Ninoy Aquino International Airport to Abu Dhabi International Airport.
Handy information about Ninoy Aquino International Airport (MNL)
When it comes to the on-time performance of Ninoy Aquino International Airport, data shows 70.07% of flights meet their scheduled arrival time.
Central Manila to Ninoy Aquino International Airport is approximately 13 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take about 35 minutes to get there if you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab.
Expect a trip time of roughly 1 hour 15 minutes when using public transport.
Get your break off to a leisurely start by staying near MNL. Whether you have an early flight from Ninoy Aquino International Airport to Abu Dhabi International Airport or just don't like being rushed, these stays are ideal:
Arriving at Abu Dhabi International Airport (AUH)
Consider staying in a hotel near AUH if you're on a late Ninoy Aquino International Airport to Abu Dhabi International Airport flight. Choose one of these accommodation options and skip the long transfer:
Pick up an Abu Dhabi International Airport rental car and discover Abu Dhabi and beyond with your own wheels. Hertz, Alamo and Europcar are well-known companies you can book with here.
To lock in the lowest rate, book your vehicle from Abu Dhabi International Airport several weeks in advance. Prices usually increase closer to your departure date.
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 reach the centre by car.
When travelling on public transport, expect a journey of roughly 1 hour 30 minutes.
When to fly to Abu Dhabi International Airport (AUH)
February is the most popular month for flights from Ninoy Aquino International Airport to Abu Dhabi International Airport. For smaller crowds, head to Abu Dhabi in April.
Lock in your flight from Ninoy Aquino International Airport to Abu Dhabi International Airport for July if you'd like to visit Abu Dhabi during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 29ºC (84ºF) and 43ºC (109ºF).
Look for cheap tickets from MNL 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 United Arab Emirates
Dubai is just one of the many places in United Arab Emirates waiting to be explored after you've experienced Abu Dhabi. Around 121 kilometres away to the north-east, well-known attractions include Burj Khalifa, The Dubai Mall Heart and Desert safari tourism.
Around 145 kilometres north-east of Abu Dhabi, Sharjah is another essential stop in United Arab Emirates. Experience the best of this destination with a visit to Al majaz waterfront, Petrofac and Al Montazah Park.