Fly to Abu Dhabi

On arrival on flights to Abu Dhabi from Manchester, 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 Manchester who wish to travel onto Australia, Asia or other parts of the Middle East.

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

Places of interest in Abu Dhabi are the exuberant seven-star Emirates Palace Hotel, 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.

Flights to Abu Dhabi from Manchester
Etihad offers direct flights to Abu Dhabi from Manchester in addition to indirect flights on a daily basis. Book flights to Abu Dhabi from Manchester.

Fly from Manchester

On flights to Abu Dhabi from Manchester, you will be leaving from England’s second biggest metropolitan area. Manchester is situated in north-west England, fringed by the Cheshire Plain to the south and the Pennines to the north and east.

A poster child for urban rejuvenation, Manchester has been transformed from a city of factories and workshops into an edgy cultural capital. Music has replaced mills and innovation is the new industry. The city's collection of landmark museums and galleries complements one of Europe's most thriving arts scenes.

Manchester is known around the world for its two iconic football clubs: Manchester United and Manchester City, the latter of which is sponsored by Etihad Airways.

 Plan your itinerary well before taking flights to Abu Dhabi from Manchester, as there is wide range of things to do. Manchester is known for its independent and highly individual shops. Explore the city's Northern Quarter for some of the best examples.

A visit to Salford Quays is a must for those departing on flights to Abu Dhabi from Manchester. The waterside area is a lively hub for Manchester’s arts, leisure and sports scenes. The flagship building there is the Lowry, a renowned centre for arts and performance that incorporates two theatres, an array of galleries, and restaurants and bars.

In the evenings, there’s plenty to savour of Manchester’s famed nightlife. Whether top-notch theatre such as the Royal Exchange Theatre, live performances at the Manchester Academy, classical musical performances at Bridgewater Hall or dancing the night away in the Music Box, there’s enough to keep you entertained for days on end.

Abu Dhabi Airport

When you touch down on flights to Abu Dhabi from Manchester 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 Manchester 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

Manchester Airport

On flights to Abu Dhabi from Manchester, you will take off from Manchester Airport, located about 14km southwest of Manchester city centre at Ringway. Manchester Airport is the busiest airport in England outside the London region and is the 17th busiest in Europe.

Manchester Airport has two parallel runways and three terminals. On flights to Abu Dhabi from Manchester you will be landing at Terminal 1, which has 24 stands, 14 of which have airbridges. Terminal 1's current capacity is around 11 million passengers a year.

Etihad has been operating flights to Abu Dhabi from Manchester since 2006 and on December 7, 2010 opened a dedicated lounge for for Etihad Diamond First and Pearl Business Class passengers.

With business class travellers enjoying free limousine transfers to and from the airport, the dedicated lounge will ensure premium passengers can relax in Etihad’s signature style from door to door.

• Airport Code – MAN
• Airport Name – Manchester Airport
• City - Manchester
• Country – United Kingdom
• Country Abbrev - UK
• Time Zone – GMT +0Telephone +44 (0) 8712 710 711