Fly to Abu Dhabi

On arrival on flights to Abu Dhabi from Frankfurt, you will find year-round sunshine, pristine beaches, spectacular sand dunes and a pulsating cosmopolitan lifestyle. Abu Dhabi is the largest of the seven Emirates that make up the UAE and the city of the same name is the captivating capital of the country.

The heart of this vibrant city lies just 32km east of Abu Dhabi International Airport on an island that sticks out into the bath-warm waters of the Arabian Gulf.

With its fortuitous location at the crossroads of east and west, Abu Dhabi is as appealing to travellers as a destination in its own right or as a welcome stopover point for those on flights to Abu Dhabi from Frankfurt who are travelling to other destinations.

Plan your itinerary carefully before setting off on flights to Abu Dhabi from Frankfurt as there is a range of activities to keep you busy.



Once Abu Dhabi was just a destination for business travellers, but today it is fast becoming a favourite stop-off for savvy holiday makers who appreciate its unbeatable mix of old and new, fabulous beaches, wildlife attractions and world-beating theme parks.

Known around the world for its huge oil reserves and fondness of its heritage, Abu Dhabi epitomises modern Arabia.

A visit to the exuberant seven-star Emirates Palace Hotel is a must for those arriving on flights to Abu Dhbai from Frankfurt. Other places of interest in Abu Dhabi are the , the majestic Sheikh Zayed Mosque, Ferrari World theme park, the historic garden city of Al Ain, the dunes of Liwa, as well as a number of museums, souqs and malls to visit.

Read our top ten things to do in Abu Dhabi guide for more ideas of what to do here.

Fly from Frankfurt

Etihad offers regular direct flights to Abu Dhabi from Frankfurt, one of Europe’s premier financial hubs. After the destruction of the Second World War, Frankfurt was rebuilt as a modern city. Many historic buildings, notably around the old town, were restored, creating an interesting meeting between traditional and modern architecture.

Due to its skyscrapers and modern skyline, Frankfurt has been dubbed 'Mainhattan' – as it lies on the River Main. But as the birthplace of writer Goethe, Frankfurt also prides itself on its cultural life with an abundance of theatre, opera and museums.

Frankfurt is located in the Hessen district on the River Main, with the city centre on the north side of the river. The buildings around picturesque Römerberg square were restored after the Second World War. The Alte Oper opera house and Goethe Haus are located nearby.












Before taking flights to Abu Dhabi from Frankfurt, be sure to soak up all that Frankfurt has to offer. Sachsenhausen, with its cosy, cobbled streets is a lively area home to many bars and tavernas, including more than 100 apple-wine pubs for which Frankfurt is renowned.

Enjoy a meal or a cocktail with a view of Frankfurt's skyline in the Main Tower's 53rd floor bar and restaurant. 

A trek down the GrünGürtel hiking trail is a must for active people before taking flights to Abu Dhabi from Frankfurt. The 72km circular route trail starts at Nied and leads through Frankfurt's parks and surrounding countryside.

Flights to Abu Dhabi from Frankfurt
Etihad offers regular direct flights to Abu Dhabi from Frankfurt. Book flights to Abu Dhabi from Frankfurt.

Abu Dhabi Airport

When you touch down on flights to Abu Dhabi from Frankfurt you will be welcomed at Abu Dhabi airport’s Terminal 3, Etihad Airway’s elegant and purpose-built terminal.

Our Etihad Diamond First Class and Pearl Business Class lounges offer a world of comfort, style and convenience to our premium passengers.

The airport is the gateway to the Emirate of Abu Dhabi, the capital of the UAE. On-going redevelopment work at Abu Dhabi airport has significantly enhanced the experience for passengers and has allowed Etihad to increase the number of its flights to Abu Dhabi from Frankfurt and other destinations.

Terminal 3 at Abu Dhabi airport was opened in February 2009, increasing the airport's passenger handling capacity from five to 12 million passengers a year.

The first phase of a Midfield Terminal Complex is due for completion in the next few years and will take the airport's handling capacity to 20 million passengers. Abu Dhabi airport will be capable of handling 40 million passengers by 2030, when the project is completed.

• Airport Code - AUH
• Airport Name - Abu Dhabi International
• City - Abu Dhabi
• Country - United Arab Emirates
• Country Abbrev - AE
• Time Zone - GMT +4
• Telephone +971 2-5757500

On flights to Abu Dhabi from Frankfurt, you will leave from Frankfurt Airport, otherwise known as Frankfurt am Main Airport. The airport is 12km southwest of the city centre and is by far the busiest airport by passenger traffic in Germany, the third busiest in Europe and the ninth busiest worldwide in 2009. In addition, Frankfurt Airport serves the most international destinations in the world.

There are two passenger terminals at Frankfurt Airport for flights to Frankfurt from Abu Dhabi. Terminal 1 is divided into concourses A, B and C and Terminal 2 is divided into concourses D and E.

Before getting on flights to Abu Dhabi from Frankfurt, Etihad Diamond First and Pearl Business Class passengers can make use of a dedicated lounge at Frankfurt Airport: the Etihad Airways Diamond First & Pearl Business Class Lounge.

• Airport Code - FRA
• Airport Name - Frankfurt International Airport
• City - Frankfurt
• Country - DE
• Country Abbrev - DE
• Time Zone – GMT +1.0
• Telephone +49 69 6900