Abu Dhabi is served by Zayed International Airport (AUH), the emirate's primary international gateway. All passenger operations now run through Terminal A (Midfield Terminal), which replaced the old Terminals 1-3. Located approximately 30 km from downtown Abu Dhabi, the airport is easily accessible via taxi or public transport, with average transfer times of 25 to 35 minutes.
Zayed International Airport is a key hub for Etihad Airways, the national carrier of the UAE, offering direct flights to destinations across Europe, Asia, North America, Africa, and Australia. The airport is home to over 30 airlines, including British Airways, Lufthansa, Turkish Airlines, Qatar Airways, Air France, KLM, and Air Arabia Abu Dhabi and serving a growing network of more than 120 destinations worldwide.
Terminal A offers US pre-clearance in Pier C, advanced biometric gates, self-service baggage drops, AUHotel (a 138-room hotel), enhanced duty free shopping, and a state-of-the-art passenger experience.