Cheap Flights from New York to Abu Dhabi Starting at $317

The New York — Abu Dhabi route is served by a wide range of airlines: 12 in total, including Etihad Airways, Qatar Airways, Miami Air International, TAP Portugal, Iberia, Air Serbia, United Airlines, Aer Lingus, Turkish Airlines, Frontier Airlines, EgyptAir, and Virgin Atlantic. Competition among carriers gives passengers the opportunity to find tickets at attractive fares — with prices starting from $317. Our service helps compare all available offers within seconds and choose the most convenient option. You can filter flights by price, departure time, or baggage rules to make your trip as comfortable as possible. With so many airlines, there’s always a chance to catch special promotions and save.

John F. Kennedy International (JFK) is New York’s primary international gateway and a major long-haul hub, often handling premium carriers alongside full-service international airlines and some budget long-haul operators. It sits about 15–20 miles southeast of Manhattan; typical transport options include the AirTrain plus subway or LIRR (roughly 35–60 minutes, fares from around $5.00–$15.00 depending on connection), taxis and ride-shares (about 35–75 minutes, fares vary widely). Pros: extensive long-haul connectivity and many amenities; cons: can be busy with variable transit times. LaGuardia (LGA) is a mostly domestic airport serving short- and mid-haul flights, commonly used by legacy and low-cost carriers. Located within 8–10 miles of Midtown, it’s often quickest by car or shuttle (20–40 minutes depending on traffic) though public-transit options require bus or subway connections (30–60+ minutes, low fare). Pros: close to Manhattan and convenient for domestic trips; cons: more limited international routes and traffic congestion. Newark Liberty International (EWR), in neighboring New Jersey, functions as another major international and transcontinental hub with a strong presence of flag and low-cost carriers. It’s roughly 16–20 miles from Midtown Manhattan; transport choices include NJ Transit/AirTrain (about 30–50 minutes, moderate fares), buses and taxis (30–70 minutes). Pros: good international connectivity and sometimes competitive fares; cons: border-state location can add complexity for some travelers. For all three, ground times and costs can vary by time of day and service chosen, so travelers often weigh convenience against price and airline schedules when choosing an airport.

Abu Dhabi International (AUH) serves as the capital’s main international gateway and is typically positioned as a full-service hub, hosting national carrier Etihad alongside a mix of premium and regional airlines. Flights here can be competitively priced relative to nearby Dubai for certain routes, though options skew toward higher-end service. The airport lies about 30–40 km from downtown Abu Dhabi; taxi rides usually take 25–45 minutes and can cost roughly AED 60–120, while express bus services and shared shuttles offer cheaper alternatives that may take 40–60 minutes. Pros: modern terminals, good transfer facilities and lounges. Cons: longer transfers to the city center and occasional peak-period congestion.