Search Flights from Abu Dhabi to Manchester

Quick Flight Summary from Abu Dhabi to Manchester

Key numbers to know before you book

  • Lowest recent price
    1,685 SAR
  • Direct flight duration 9 hour 35 min
  • Direct airlines Etihad Airways
  • Arrival airports MAN / QQM
  • Best days to book Saturday
  • Average over the last 30 days
    1,189 SAR

Cheapest flights from Abu Dhabi to Manchester

Shortest Flight

Gulf Air

Gulf Air
26 Sep, Sat
Abu Dhabi – Manchester
1d 2h 50m
1 stop
AUH–MAN

Last update: 22 September 2026 17:45

Direct flights from Abu Dhabi to Manchester

Etihad Airways

Estimated Prices for Abu Dhabi to Manchester Flights

Cheapest Day1 October Thursday
Best Price
975 SAR
Average Price
1,479 SAR
11,296 SAR
975 SAR
1,514 SAR
25Fri
Sep
1,660 SAR
26Sat
1,448 SAR
27Sun
1,448 SAR
28Mon
1,007 SAR
29Tue
1,007 SAR
30Wed
975 SAR
01Thu
Oct
1,069 SAR
02Fri
1,047 SAR
03Sat
1,047 SAR
04Sun
1,118 SAR
05Mon
1,010 SAR
06Tue
1,007 SAR
07Wed
1,017 SAR
08Thu
1,049 SAR
09Fri
11,296 SAR
10Sat
1,118 SAR
11Sun
1,090 SAR
12Mon
1,007 SAR
13Tue
1,007 SAR
14Wed
1,016 SAR
15Thu
1,067 SAR
16Fri
1,047 SAR
17Sat
1,087 SAR
18Sun
1,047 SAR
19Mon
20Tue
21Wed
1,017 SAR
22Thu
1,047 SAR
23Fri
1,143 SAR
24Sat

Key Features of the Airlines

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Transportation to Airport from Abu Dhabi City Center

Zayed International Airport

Abu Dhabi International Airport is 30 kilometers in the east of the city center. The city center is easily reached by shuttle, city bus or taxi. You can also rent a car from the offices of car rental companies located in the city center and at the airport.

Airport Shuttle

You can make benefit of the 24-hour shuttle service to go to the airport. You can easily get to the airport from the city center with services arranged according to flight departure times.

City Bus

In the United Arab Emirates, especially in Abu Dhabi and Dubai, public transport is quite inadequate. However, you can still try buses A1. You can use this option to get to the airport from the city center.

Taxi

The most common means of transportation in Abu Dhabi are taxis. Because of the inadequate public transportation, the public prefer the taxi. Taxi prices are also reasonable because the country is rich in oil reserves. You can consider the taxi option to reach the airport.

Private Car

It is one of the easiest ways to get to the airport. Abu Dhabi has wide, high standard urban roads. Traffic density is experienced at certain hours in the city center. You can easily reach the airport by connecting to the E20 and E22 motorway from the city center with your private car.

Airport Information

Abu Dhabi Airport offers you many options. If you like, you can spend your time in cafés and restaurants such as Mc Donalds, O'Brien's, Panapolis, Illy Espressamante or you can enjoy duty free shopping. You can evaluate your time in spa and massage rooms until your flight is up, and you can make your business negotiations in the exclusive VIP lounges.

Transportation to Manchester City Center from Airport

Manchester Airport

Manchester Airport was ranked the 3rd busiest airport in the UK, in terms of passenger traffic, in 2015. It is a major international airport operating both domestic and international flights out of 3 passenger terminals. The airport offers a range of services aimed at meeting passengers’ pre-flight and post-flight needs.

There are a variety of transportation alternatives to get to the city center from Manchester Airport, including taxi, bus, train, tram, bicycle, and rental car. The airport is located 15 km from the city center, so any method you choose will be a convenient and quick option.  

Taxi

Taking a taxi from the airport to the city center is quite convenient and fast. Taxis are readily available outside of the terminal exits once you land. A taxi to the city center from the airport should take less than 30 minutes, under normal traffic conditions, and cost around 20-30 pounds. The airport also features private hire taxis through the company Arrow Cars. This service can accommodate up to 8 passengers and provides comfortable and reliable transportation to the city.

Bus

Another transportation alternative to get to the city center from Manchester Airport is by bus. Buses depart from The Station, Manchester Airport’s ground transport interchange. Buses are an affordable and convenient way to get to the city. There are 9 different bus routes that operate between the airport and the city. The bus you need to take will depend on your destination in the city.

Train

Trains are another affordable and convenient method of transportation to get to the city from the airport. Trains depart from the Manchester Airport railway station, which is located at The Station. Trains operate every day of the week and run every 10 minutes. A train from the airport to the city center takes about 20 minutes.

Tram

There is a Metrolink station at the airport for those who want to take the tram to the city center. The tram is accessible from The Station and provides convenient transportation to the city. Trams operates every day of the week and run every 12-15 minutes and provide comfortable transportation to many parts of the city.

Bicycle

Manchester Airport places great emphasis on the use of bicycles as an environmentally friendly transportation alternative. There are designated bike paths between the airport and the city center and special parking areas for bicycles at the airport. Thanks to these paths and cycle bays passengers can ride their bikes to and from the airport.

Rental Car

Another transportation alternative to get to the city is by rental car. Renting a car is also a great way to get around in the city and explore the surrounding areas during your trip. There are various rental car offices located at the airport. Since the airport is located 15 km away, you can enjoy a comfortable drive to the city center. Rental car companies that you can choose from include Avis, Europcar, Enterprise, Hertz and Sixt.

Manchester Weather

5-Day Forecast • Min / Max Temperature

Today
Friday
25 Sep
Clear
15°11°
Saturday
26 Sep
Cloudy
18°9°
Sunday
27 Sep
Rain
15°12°
Monday
28 Sep
Cloudy
16°9°
Tuesday
29 Sep
Clear
23°12°

Flights with Alternative Departure Locations Abu Dhabi Manchester

Frequently Asked Questions

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For Abu Dhabi-Manchester flights, you can use Zayed International Airport, Abu Dhabi Bus Station, Sir Bani Yas Island Airport as departure airport, and Manchester Airport, Manchester Piccadilly station Railway Station for arrival.
The flight distance between Abu Dhabi-Manchester is 5657 kilometers in total. The flight between the two cities takes 7 hour.
When the average prices are examined, the most suitable day for Abu Dhabi-Manchester flights is Thursday.
Etihad Airways organizes direct flights between Abu Dhabi-Manchester.
On this route, low-cost airlines typically offer fares that include only cabin and hand baggage. Full-service airlines may include baggage and refreshment fees in the base price. The best option varies according to baggage needs. Based on current data, the lowest fare on this route with SunExpress starts from approximately 724 SAR.
AirlinePriceStandard inclusions
Qatar Airways
1,118 SAR
1 piece X 7 kg cabin baggage / 1 piece X 25 kg checked baggage / Paid Change (up to 48 hours) / Partial Refund (up to 48 hours) / Complimentary Refreshments
Pegasus
738 SAR
1 piece X 3 kg handbag (40x30x15 cm)
Saudi Arabian Airlines
1,448 SAR
1 piece X 7 kg cabin baggage / Paid Change (up to 48 hours) / Partial Refund (up to 48 hours)
Gulf Air
975 SAR
1 piece X 6 kg cabin baggage / 1 piece X 25 kg checked baggage / Paid Change (up to 48 hours) / Partial Refund (up to 48 hours) / Complimentary Refreshments
Etihad Airways
11,296 SAR
1 piece X 7 kg cabin baggage / 1 piece X 40 kg checked baggage / Penalty-Free Change (up to 48 hours) / Full Refund (up to 48 hours) / Complimentary Refreshments / Priority Check-in
Turkish Airlines
1,081 SAR
1 piece X 8 kg cabin baggage / 1 piece X 25 kg checked baggage / Paid Change / Complimentary Refreshments
SunExpress
724 SAR
1 piece X 8 kg cabin baggage / 1 piece X 20 kg checked baggage

Last update: 25.09.2026

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