Fly from Athens to Abu Dhabi with Etihad Airways
Book flights from Athens to Abu Dhabi with Etihad and travel from the ancient capital of Greece to the modern metropolis of the United Arab Emirates.
Touch down in the capital of the UAE to experience the premier retail and restaurant scene on offer. Marvel at the Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque or feel the thrill of race day at Yas Marina Circuit. Book your journey online today.
Athens to Abu Dhabi: flight facts
Flying from Athens to Abu Dhabi: FAQs
What's the time difference between Athens and Abu Dhabi?
Abu Dhabi is two hours ahead of Athens. During Eastern European Summer Time, from late-March to the end of October, this reduces to one hour.
What language is spoken in Abu Dhabi?
Arabic is the official language of Abu Dhabi, but many people speak English. You may also hear people speaking Malayalam, Hindu and Urdu, among others.
Top tips for Athens to Abu Dhabi
Racing at Yas Marina
After wandering around the chariot stages of ancient Athens, swap this historic adrenaline sport for a new kind of high-octane racing at Abu Dhabi’s Yas Marina circuit.
Home of the Formula One™ Etihad Airways Abu Dhabi GP, you can catch the race when it arrives once a season. Or, take to the track and experience the thrill of a race day for yourself on a driving experience day.
Marvel at the modern
Athens is well known for its ancient buildings, so why not appreciate something completely different and take a tour of Abu Dhabi’s modern masterpieces.
Highlights include the Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque, Louvre Abu Dhabi, Emirates Palace Mandarin Oriental Abu Dhabi and Etihad Towers.