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

In the trailing 90 days, approximately 3.2% of flights from Abu Dhabi to New York were direct. For travelers opting for connecting flights, the median number of stopovers is typically two. This indicates that the vast majority of journeys on this route will involve at least one stop. Travelers should anticipate a higher likelihood of connecting flights when planning their trip.

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

The typical direct flight from Abu Dhabi to New York has a duration of approximately 14 hours and 20 minutes, covering a distance of 10984 kilometers. For flights with one stop, the median duration extends to about 21 hours and 30 minutes. Travelers should account for these significant differences in travel time when choosing between direct and connecting options. The journey is considerably longer when a stopover is involved.

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

Historically, deals for flights from Abu Dhabi to New York are classified as frequent. This suggests that price fluctuations and opportunities for savings occur regularly. Setting a price alert can be a beneficial strategy to monitor these frequent changes and potentially secure a more favorable fare. Given the frequent nature of deals, an alert can help travelers catch optimal booking times.

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Abu Dhabi to New York: Overview

Insights for flights from Abu Dhabi to New York

For those seeking cheap flights from Abu Dhabi to New York, fares typically range from $1297–$2033, with a median price of $1654. Right now, current fares are below the typical level, and about 19% of recent fares were classified as a good price. New deals appear almost daily, indicating a dynamic market for this route.

A typical journey from Abu Dhabi to New York takes about 38h 25m, including connections. This reflects the nature of the route, where most itineraries connect at least once. Given the long-haul classification, these journey times are common for such distances.

Most itineraries from Abu Dhabi to New York connect at least once, with only 3.2% of recent fares being non-stop. For connecting flights, the typical number of stopovers is 2. This means you should expect to make at least one stop on your journey.

The cheapest months to fly from Abu Dhabi to New York are August, with a median fare of $617, followed by November at $771, and February with a median of $919. These months offer significantly lower prices compared to the overall median, making them ideal for budget-conscious travelers.

The distance between Abu Dhabi and New York is approximately 10,984 kilometers. This classifies the route as a long-haul journey, which typically involves extended flight times and often requires connecting flights.

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

Regular price: $897 - $1,296

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

The regular price range for flights from Abu Dhabi to New York is between $897 and $1296. The current lowest deal is $579, available via Kayak for travel from Sep 16-Sep 23.

now $579

Low $897

High $1,296

The cheapest time to fly from Abu Dhabi to New York

The cheapest month to fly from Abu Dhabi to New York is August, with a median price of $617. The most expensive month is July, with a median price of $1861. Prices are generally lower from February to December.

August

Cheapest

Flights from $617

July

Most Expensive

Flights from $1,861

Jan

Feb

Apr

May

Jun

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

Fri, Sep 11

⌛ Last-Minute

AUH - New York

Abu Dhabi (AUH) - New York (JFK)

$964

$669

One-way

Fri, Sep 11

⌛ Last-Minute

AUH - New York

Abu Dhabi (AUH) - New York (JFK)

Saudia

$1,123

$719

One-way

Fri, Sep 11

⌛ Last-Minute

AUH - New York

Abu Dhabi (AUH) - New York (JFK)

Saudia

$1,016

$800

One-way

Mon, Sep 14

⌛ Last-Minute

AUH - New York

Abu Dhabi (AUH) - New York (JFK)

$948

$604

One-way

Mon, Sep 14

⌛ Last-Minute

AUH - New York

Abu Dhabi (AUH) - New York (JFK)

$946

$729

One-way

Mon, Sep 14

⌛ Last-Minute

AUH - New York

Abu Dhabi (AUH) - New York (JFK)

$980

$732

One-way

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

3 nights

Sep 26 - Sep 29

$1,036 → $635

39%

1 night

Sep 17 - Sep 18

$1,125 → $782

30%

7 nights

Dec 23 - Dec 30

$1,124 → $787

30%

2 nights

Sep 17 - Sep 19

$1,127 → $809

28%

Popular Airports to fly from Abu Dhabi to New York

Abu Dhabi - New York route insights

💸 Price insights

Recent fares are below the typical level

Recent fares from AUH to NYC are below the typical level at $579.

📅 Best time to fly

Fly in August for the lowest prices

Historically, August is the cheapest month to fly, with a median price of $617.

⏱️ Flight duration

Flights typically take 38h 25m

The median flight duration from Abu Dhabi to New York is 38h 25m.

✈️ Airlines & availability

Connecting flights are dominant

Only 3.2% of recent flights from AUH to NYC are direct, with most having 2 stopovers.

🏆 Airline highlight

Etihad Airways offers direct flights

Etihad Airways is one airline that offers direct flights on this route.

🎯 Booking tip

Deals are frequent on this route

Deals on flights from Abu Dhabi to New York are frequent, appearing within a 30-day window.

Abu Dhabi main airports to depart from

Zayed International Airport (AUH)

Cheapest

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

📍 ~28 km from Abu Dhabi city center (reachable by car).

💸 Flights from ~$579

New York main airports to arrive at

John F. Kennedy International (JFK)

Cheapest

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

📍 ~21 km from New York (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$579

Airports nearby New York used as alternative

Westchester County (HPN)

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

📍 ~50 km from New York (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$1,415

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Oct 09

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$5,566

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New York, United States

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From AUH

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New York, United States

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$6,200

$3,822

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Business Class

From AUH

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Nov 16

New York, United States

92% AI deal score

$5,820

$3,919

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Turkish Airlines

Business Class

From AUH

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New York, United States

91% AI deal score

$5,565

$3,683

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From AUH

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Oct 02

New York, United States

91% AI deal score

$5,469

$3,725

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New York, United States

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New York, United States

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$5,708

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From AUH

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New York, United States

91% AI deal score

$5,566

$3,725

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From AUH

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New York, United States

91% AI deal score

$5,545

$3,742

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From AUH

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New York, United States

91% AI deal score

$5,794

$3,742

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Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to New York

Historically, the optimal booking window for flights from Abu Dhabi to New York is typically 14-27 days before departure. During this period, the average price observed was $1240. Booking within 0-6 days of departure generally sees prices rise to an average of $1980, while booking 28-59 days out shows an average of $1942. Planning your purchase within the 14-27 day window can lead to more favorable pricing.

Across the trailing quarter, a good price for a flight from Abu Dhabi to New York is considered to be around $1297 or less. The median price for this route historically stands at $1654. Prices tend to increase significantly for the more expensive tickets, with 75% of prices being $2033 or less. Travelers aiming for a budget-friendly trip should target prices at or below the $1297 threshold.

Historically, the cheapest months to fly from Abu Dhabi to New York include August, with a median price of $617, and November, with a median price of $771. February also shows a relatively lower median price of $919. The annual median price for this route is $1654, indicating that these months offer significant savings compared to the yearly average. Planning your travel during these months can help secure more economical fares.

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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: $897 - $1,296

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

The regular price range for flights from Abu Dhabi to New York is between $897 and $1296. The current lowest deal is $579, available via Kayak for travel from Sep 16-Sep 23.

now $579

Low $897

High $1,296

The cheapest time to fly from Abu Dhabi to New York

August

Cheapest

Flights from $617

July

Most Expensive

Flights from $1,861

Jan

Feb

Apr

May

Jun

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

Fri, Sep 11

⌛ Last-Minute

AUH - New York

Abu Dhabi (AUH) - New York (JFK)

$964

$669

One-way

Fri, Sep 11

⌛ Last-Minute

AUH - New York

Abu Dhabi (AUH) - New York (JFK)

Saudia

$1,123

$719

One-way

Fri, Sep 11

⌛ Last-Minute

AUH - New York

Abu Dhabi (AUH) - New York (JFK)

Saudia

$1,016

$800

One-way

Mon, Sep 14

⌛ Last-Minute

AUH - New York

Abu Dhabi (AUH) - New York (JFK)

$948

$604

One-way

Mon, Sep 14

⌛ Last-Minute

AUH - New York

Abu Dhabi (AUH) - New York (JFK)

$946

$729

One-way

Mon, Sep 14

⌛ Last-Minute

AUH - New York

Abu Dhabi (AUH) - New York (JFK)

$980

$732

One-way

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

3 nights

Sep 26 - Sep 29

$1,036 → $635

39%

1 night

Sep 17 - Sep 18

$1,125 → $782

30%

7 nights

Dec 23 - Dec 30

$1,124 → $787

30%

2 nights

Sep 17 - Sep 19

$1,127 → $809

28%

Popular Airports to fly from Abu Dhabi to New York

Abu Dhabi - New York route insights

💸 Price insights

Recent fares are below the typical level

Recent fares from AUH to NYC are below the typical level at $579.

📅 Best time to fly

Fly in August for the lowest prices

Historically, August is the cheapest month to fly, with a median price of $617.

⏱️ Flight duration

Flights typically take 38h 25m

The median flight duration from Abu Dhabi to New York is 38h 25m.

✈️ Airlines & availability

Connecting flights are dominant

Only 3.2% of recent flights from AUH to NYC are direct, with most having 2 stopovers.

🏆 Airline highlight

Etihad Airways offers direct flights

Etihad Airways is one airline that offers direct flights on this route.

🎯 Booking tip

Deals are frequent on this route

Deals on flights from Abu Dhabi to New York are frequent, appearing within a 30-day window.

Abu Dhabi main airports to depart from

Zayed International Airport (AUH)

Cheapest

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

📍 ~28 km from Abu Dhabi city center (reachable by car).

💸 Flights from ~$579

New York main airports to arrive at

John F. Kennedy International (JFK)

Cheapest

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

📍 ~21 km from New York (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$579

Airports nearby New York used as alternative

Westchester County (HPN)

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

New York, United States

91% AI deal score

$5,794

$3,742

Save $2,052

Royal Jordanian

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 below the typical level

Fly in August for the lowest prices

Flights typically take 38h 25m

Connecting flights are dominant

Etihad Airways offers direct flights

Deals are frequent on this route

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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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 below the typical level

Fly in August for the lowest prices

Flights typically take 38h 25m

Connecting flights are dominant

Etihad Airways offers direct flights

Deals are frequent on this route

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

Oct 09

Nov 12

Sep 14

Sep 08

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Dec 23

Oct 02

Oct 10

Sep 25

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Nov 25

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?