Fly to Sydney

When you get off Etihad flights to Sydney from Abu Dhabi, be ready to soak up all that Sydney has to offer. Sprawling Sydney is sandwiched between the sea and the Blue Mountains. The highlights are in the east and around the harbour, which slices the city into northern and southern halves.

Circular Quay is on the harbour at the northern end of the Central Business District (CBD). It's the main ferry hub and home to the Opera House plus many restaurants, souvenir shops and street entertainers.

Sydney is arguably the world's most photogenic city. Sydney Harbour is lined with attractions, islands, beaches and National Parkland - as well as the famous Opera House and Harbour Bridge.

But beyond the harbour happy snaps, there's a remarkable amount to keep visitors occupied. Plan your itinerary well before taking flights to Sydney from Abu Dhabi. Children and adults alike love the beaches and wildlife, as well as the outdoorsy lifestyle.












The Greater Sydney area boasts over 100 beaches, from calm harbour strips to surf-pounded coastal icons.

Sydney is a laid-back city that can turn on the sophistication when required with stylish bars and restaurants. At the same time, many of the highlights – such as coastal walks or splashing in the surf – are free.

Sydney is also party city. Revellers might want to dance all night at Kings Cross soon after arriving on flights to Sydney from Abu Dhabi. Otherwise go for an arty vibe in the Inner West or drink cocktails by the harbour.

Mardi Gras and the New Year's Eve fireworks are the events that the world knows about, but there is always something going on. It's easy to be chilled out in Sydney, but almost impossible to be bored.

Fly from Abu Dhabi

Etihad offers direct flights to Sydney from Abu Dhabi on a regular basis. 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.

You can experience year-round sunshine, pristine beaches, spectacular sand dunes and a pulsating cosmopolitan lifestyle in Abu Dhabi.

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 Sydney from Abu Dhabi who started off from North America, Europe 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 and resorts, 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.

Before taking flights to Sydney from Abu Dhabi, be sure to visit 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 Sydney from Abu Dhabi
Etihad offers frequent flights to Sydney from Abu Dhabi. Book flights to Sydney from Abu Dhabi.

Sydney Airport

On flights to Sydney from Abu Dhabi, you will land on one of Sydney Airport's three runways: colloquially known as the "East-West", "North-South" and "Third" runways.

Sydney Airport, also known as Kingsford Smith Airport, is the major airport serving Sydney, the busiest airport in Australia and one of the oldest continually operated airports in the world.

Sydney Airport handled 33.4 million passengers and 289,741 aircraft movements in 2009, making it the 28th busiest airport in the world.

Sydney Airport is located in the suburb of Mascot in Sydney, New South Wales, next to Botany Bay.

On arrival on flights to Sydney from Abu Dhabi, Etihad Diamond First Class and Pearl Business Class guests can make full use of the Air New Zealand Lounge at Sydney Airport.

• Airport Code - SYD
• Airport Name - Kingsford Smith Airport
• City - Sydney
• Country - Australia
• Country Abbrev - AU
• Time Zone - GMT +10
• Telephone +61 (2) 9667 9111

Abu Dhabi Airport

When you take off on flights to Sydney from Abu Dhabi Airport you will be leaving from 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 Sydney from Abu Dhabi in addition to 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