What percentage of Abu Dhabi to New York flights are direct?

Across the trailing quarter, approximately 1.9% of flights from Abu Dhabi to New York were direct. For travelers opting for connecting flights, the median number of stopovers was 2. This indicates that the vast majority of journeys on this route typically involve at least one stop. Travelers should anticipate connecting flights when planning their trip.

How long is the flight from Abu Dhabi to New York?

A direct flight from Abu Dhabi to New York typically takes approximately 14 hours and 20 minutes, covering a distance of 10,984 kilometers. For flights with one stop, the median duration extends significantly to about 25 hours and 20 minutes. Travelers should factor in these considerable differences in flight time when choosing their itinerary. The presence of stopovers can nearly double the travel duration.

Should I set a price alert for Abu Dhabi to New York flights?

Yes, setting a price alert for flights from Abu Dhabi to New York is recommended. Historically, deals for this route have been classified as frequent across the trailing 30-day period. This suggests that prices can fluctuate, and alerts can help you capture a good deal when it becomes available. Monitoring price changes can be beneficial for securing a more favorable fare.

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Abu Dhabi to New York: Overview

Insights for flights from Abu Dhabi to New York

For cheap flights from Abu Dhabi to New York, fares typically range from $1198–$1579, with a median of $1371. Right now, current fares are above the typical level. Only 4% of recent fares were classified as a good price, indicating that finding a significant discount can be challenging.

A typical journey from Abu Dhabi to New York takes about 14h 20m, including connections. Since most itineraries connect at least once, this duration reflects the overall travel time, which can vary depending on the number and length of layovers.

The route from Abu Dhabi to New York covers a significant distance of 10984 km, classifying it as a long-haul flight. This substantial distance means that travel times will naturally be extended, often involving multiple segments.

When considering the cheapest time to fly from Abu Dhabi to New York, January stands out with a median fare of $977. Following closely, February offers a median of $1156, and November presents another relatively affordable option with a median of $1230. These months tend to offer more competitive pricing for this route.

For flights from Abu Dhabi to New York, most itineraries connect at least once, with only 1.9% of recent fares being non-stop. For connecting flights, the typical number of stopovers is 2, which significantly extends the overall travel time.

How much is a round trip from Abu Dhabi to New York

Regular price: $837 - $1,276

Prices for flights from Abu Dhabi to New York are currently below the regular range.

The regular price range for this route is $837-$1276. The current lowest deal is $826 with Saudia, for travel from Nov 3-Nov 9.

now $826

Low $837

High $1,276

The cheapest time to fly from Abu Dhabi to New York

The cheapest month to fly from Abu Dhabi to New York is November, with a median price of $1301. The most expensive month is August, with a median price of $1880. Prices are generally lower from September to December.

November

Cheapest

Flights from $1,301

August

Most Expensive

Flights from $1,880

Jan

Jul

Aug

Sep

Oct

Nov

Dec

Direct flights from Abu Dhabi to New York

Etihad Airways

Last-minute flights going from Abu Dhabi to New York

Mon, Nov 2

⌛ Last-Minute

AUH - New York

Abu Dhabi (AUH) - New York (JFK)

Qatar Airways

$914

$994

One-way

Tue, Nov 3

⌛ Last-Minute

AUH - New York

Abu Dhabi (AUH) - New York (JFK)

Saudia

$985

$881

One-way

Tue, Nov 3

⌛ Last-Minute

AUH - New York

Abu Dhabi (AUH) - New York (JFK)

Saudia

$985

$881

One-way

Wed, Nov 4

⌛ Last-Minute

AUH - New York

Abu Dhabi (AUH) - New York (JFK)

Etihad Airways

$1,117

$833

One-way

Thu, Nov 5

⌛ Last-Minute

AUH - New York

Abu Dhabi (AUH) - New York (JFK)

Saudia

$1,117

$799

One-way

Thu, Nov 5

⌛ Last-Minute

AUH - New York

Abu Dhabi (AUH) - New York (JFK)

Saudia

$916

$976

One-way

Biggest price drops on these dates for flights from Abu Dhabi to New York

7 nights

Nov 5 - Nov 12

$916 → $642

30%

4 nights

Nov 6 - Nov 10

$996 → $723

27%

5 nights

Nov 12 - Nov 17

$900 → $672

25%

7 nights

Nov 19 - Nov 26

$868 → $644

26%

Popular Airports to fly from Abu Dhabi to New York

Abu Dhabi - New York route insights

💸 Price insights

Recent fares are above the typical level

Recent fares from Abu Dhabi to New York are above the typical level.

📅 Best time to fly

January is historically cheapest at $977

Historically, January is the cheapest month to fly, with a median price of $977.

⏱️ Flight duration

Direct flights take 14h 20m

Direct flights to New York typically take 14h 20m, while connecting flights average 28h 40m.

✈️ Airlines & availability

Connecting flights are dominant

Connecting flights are dominant on this route, with a median of 2 stopovers.

🏆 Airline highlight

Etihad Airways offers direct flights

Etihad Airways is one of the airlines offering direct flights on this route.

🎯 Booking tip

Frequent deals to New York

Deals to New York are frequent, appearing often within a 30-day window.

Abu Dhabi main airports to depart from

Zayed International Airport (AUH)

Cheapest

Zayed International Airport is a convenient departure point for flights from Abu Dhabi to New York.

📍 ~28 km from Abu Dhabi city center

💸 Flights from ~$651

New York main airports to arrive at

John F. Kennedy International (JFK)

Cheapest

John F. Kennedy International is a good option for flights from Abu Dhabi to New York.

📍 ~21 km from city center (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$608

Airports nearby New York used as alternative

Westchester County (HPN)

Westchester County (HPN) is a useful alternative for travelers in Manhattan, the Bronx, and Westchester suburbs.

📍 ~45 km from New York (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$1,527

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From AUH

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Nov 21

New York, United States

91% AI deal score

$5,280

$3,686

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Royal Jordanian

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From AUH

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Nov 12

New York, United States

91% AI deal score

$5,304

$3,811

Save $1,493

Royal Jordanian

Business Class

From AUH

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Nov 25

New York, United States

90% AI deal score

$5,302

$4,153

Save $1,149

Turkish Airlines

Business Class

From AUH

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Nov 18

New York, United States

90% AI deal score

$5,369

$4,154

Save $1,215

Turkish Airlines

Business Class

From AUH

Elite

Nov 18

New York, United States

90% AI deal score

$5,349

$4,197

Save $1,152

Turkish Airlines

Business Class

From AUH

Elite

Feb 04

New York, United States

89% AI deal score

$4,201

$3,559

Save $642

Royal Jordanian

Business Class

From AUH

Elite

Jan 18

New York, United States

89% AI deal score

$4,257

$3,609

Save $648

Royal Jordanian

Business Class

From AUH

Elite

Jan 20

New York, United States

89% AI deal score

$4,289

$3,609

Save $680

Royal Jordanian

Business Class

From AUH

Elite

Jan 21

New York, United States

89% AI deal score

$4,304

$3,611

Save $693

Royal Jordanian

Business Class

From AUH

Elite

Dec 24

New York, United States

89% AI deal score

$4,902

$3,809

Save $1,093

Royal Jordanian

Business Class

From AUH

Elite

Nov 28

New York, United States

89% AI deal score

$5,368

$4,086

Save $1,282

Royal Jordanian

Business Class

From AUH

Elite

Mar 04

New York, United States

88% AI deal score

$4,701

$3,866

Save $835

Gulf Air

Business Class

Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to New York

Historically, the optimal time to purchase tickets for flights from Abu Dhabi to New York is typically 60 or more days before departure. Across the trailing quarter, prices for tickets bought within this window averaged around $1417. In contrast, tickets purchased 7-13 days out had an average price of $1446, while those bought 0-6 days before departure averaged $1879. Planning ahead by at least two months generally offers better value.

Based on historical data from the trailing 90 days, a good price for a flight from Abu Dhabi to New York is considered to be $1198 or less. The median price for this route was $1371. Prices typically ranged, with 75% of tickets costing $1579 or less. Aiming for a price below $1198 can help secure a favorable deal.

Historically, January has been the cheapest month to fly from Abu Dhabi to New York, with a median price of $977. February also offered competitive prices, with a median of $1156. The annual median price for this route was $1371. While November had a median of $1230, it was also identified as the most expensive month, suggesting price variability within that period.

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Abu Dhabi to New York: Overview

Insights for flights from Abu Dhabi to New York

How much is a round trip from Abu Dhabi to New York

Regular price: $837 - $1,276

Prices for flights from Abu Dhabi to New York are currently below the regular range.

The regular price range for this route is $837-$1276. The current lowest deal is $826 with Saudia, for travel from Nov 3-Nov 9.

now $826

Low $837

High $1,276

The cheapest time to fly from Abu Dhabi to New York

November

Cheapest

Flights from $1,301

August

Most Expensive

Flights from $1,880

Jan

Jul

Aug

Sep

Oct

Nov

Dec

Direct flights from Abu Dhabi to New York

Etihad Airways

Last-minute flights going from Abu Dhabi to New York

Mon, Nov 2

⌛ Last-Minute

AUH - New York

Abu Dhabi (AUH) - New York (JFK)

Qatar Airways

$914

$994

One-way

Tue, Nov 3

⌛ Last-Minute

AUH - New York

Abu Dhabi (AUH) - New York (JFK)

Saudia

$985

$881

One-way

Tue, Nov 3

⌛ Last-Minute

AUH - New York

Abu Dhabi (AUH) - New York (JFK)

Saudia

$985

$881

One-way

Wed, Nov 4

⌛ Last-Minute

AUH - New York

Abu Dhabi (AUH) - New York (JFK)

Etihad Airways

$1,117

$833

One-way

Thu, Nov 5

⌛ Last-Minute

AUH - New York

Abu Dhabi (AUH) - New York (JFK)

Saudia

$1,117

$799

One-way

Thu, Nov 5

⌛ Last-Minute

AUH - New York

Abu Dhabi (AUH) - New York (JFK)

Saudia

$916

$976

One-way

Biggest price drops on these dates for flights from Abu Dhabi to New York

7 nights

Nov 5 - Nov 12

$916 → $642

30%

4 nights

Nov 6 - Nov 10

$996 → $723

27%

5 nights

Nov 12 - Nov 17

$900 → $672

25%

7 nights

Nov 19 - Nov 26

$868 → $644

26%

Popular Airports to fly from Abu Dhabi to New York

Abu Dhabi - New York route insights

💸 Price insights

Recent fares are above the typical level

Recent fares from Abu Dhabi to New York are above the typical level.

📅 Best time to fly

January is historically cheapest at $977

Historically, January is the cheapest month to fly, with a median price of $977.

⏱️ Flight duration

Direct flights take 14h 20m

Direct flights to New York typically take 14h 20m, while connecting flights average 28h 40m.

✈️ Airlines & availability

Connecting flights are dominant

Connecting flights are dominant on this route, with a median of 2 stopovers.

🏆 Airline highlight

Etihad Airways offers direct flights

Etihad Airways is one of the airlines offering direct flights on this route.

🎯 Booking tip

Frequent deals to New York

Deals to New York are frequent, appearing often within a 30-day window.

Abu Dhabi main airports to depart from

Zayed International Airport (AUH)

Cheapest

Zayed International Airport is a convenient departure point for flights from Abu Dhabi to New York.

📍 ~28 km from Abu Dhabi city center

💸 Flights from ~$651

New York main airports to arrive at

John F. Kennedy International (JFK)

Cheapest

John F. Kennedy International is a good option for flights from Abu Dhabi to New York.

📍 ~21 km from city center (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$608

Airports nearby New York used as alternative

Westchester County (HPN)

Westchester County (HPN) is a useful alternative for travelers in Manhattan, the Bronx, and Westchester suburbs.

New York, United States

88% AI deal score

$4,701

$3,866

Save $835

Gulf Air

Business Class

Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to New York

Cheap Flights from Abu Dhabi to New York

Today’s best flight deals from Abu Dhabi to New York

Abu Dhabi to New York: Overview

Insights for flights from Abu Dhabi to New York

How much is a round trip from Abu Dhabi to New York

The cheapest time to fly from Abu Dhabi to New York

Direct flights from Abu Dhabi to New York

Last-minute flights going from Abu Dhabi to New York

Biggest price drops on these dates for flights from Abu Dhabi to New York

Popular Airports to fly from Abu Dhabi to New York

Abu Dhabi - New York route insights

Recent fares are above the typical level

January is historically cheapest at $977

Direct flights take 14h 20m

Connecting flights are dominant

Etihad Airways offers direct flights

Frequent deals to New York

Abu Dhabi main airports to depart from

New York main airports to arrive at

Airports nearby New York used as alternative

Business & First Class Flight Deals to New York

Best Elite deals to New York

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Nov 12

Nov 25

Nov 18

Nov 18

Feb 04

Jan 18

Jan 20

Jan 21

Dec 24

Nov 28

Mar 04

Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to New York

When should I buy Abu Dhabi to New York tickets?

What is a good price for a flight from Abu Dhabi to New York?

What's the cheapest month to fly from Abu Dhabi to New York?

What percentage of Abu Dhabi to New York flights are direct?

How long is the flight from Abu Dhabi to New York?

Should I set a price alert for Abu Dhabi to New York flights?

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Abu Dhabi to New York: Overview

Insights for flights from Abu Dhabi to New York

How much is a round trip from Abu Dhabi to New York

The cheapest time to fly from Abu Dhabi to New York

Direct flights from Abu Dhabi to New York

Last-minute flights going from Abu Dhabi to New York

Biggest price drops on these dates for flights from Abu Dhabi to New York

Popular Airports to fly from Abu Dhabi to New York

Abu Dhabi - New York route insights

Recent fares are above the typical level

January is historically cheapest at $977

Direct flights take 14h 20m

Connecting flights are dominant

Etihad Airways offers direct flights

Frequent deals to New York

Abu Dhabi main airports to depart from

New York main airports to arrive at

Airports nearby New York used as alternative

Business & First Class Flight Deals to New York

Best Elite deals to New York

Nov 21

Nov 12

Nov 25

Nov 18

Nov 18

Feb 04

Jan 18

Jan 20

Jan 21

Dec 24

Nov 28

Mar 04

Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to New York

When should I buy Abu Dhabi to New York tickets?

What is a good price for a flight from Abu Dhabi to New York?

What's the cheapest month to fly from Abu Dhabi to New York?