Fly from Abu Dhabi to Brisbane with Etihad Airways
Book flights from Abu Dhabi to Brisbane and travel from the UAE capital to the sparkling beaches of Queensland.
Prepare to touch down in the capital of Australia’s ‘Sunshine State’, where wildlife awaits at the Lone Pine Koala Sanctuary. There’s action and adventure to be found at the city’s central South Bank parklands, where you can stroll, swim or relax. You’ll also find superb shopping in the Queen Street Mall. Book flights with Etihad to explore all this and more.
AUH to BNE: flight facts
Flying from Abu Dhabi to Brisbane: FAQs
How do I get from Brisbane Airport to the city centre?
There are plenty of options to whisk you from Brisbane Airport to the city. Taxis run 24 hours a day and will take you into the heart of the city in about 20 minutes. The Airtrain runs from early in the morning until late into the night and is quick, efficient and cheap. There is also a shuttle bus service. To arrive in comfort, arrange a transfer with Etihad. Your driver will be waiting for you when you arrive.
What food is Brisbane famous for?
Brisbane is an international city that has cafes and restaurants serving most cuisines, with plenty of options for all diets. There are plenty of Australian ingredients you should try here, such as Moreton Bay Bugs – a kind of lobster – or popular fish such as mahi mahi and flathead.
Top tips for Abu Dhabi to Brisbane
Experience Australian art
While in Brisbane, pay a visit to the Gallery of Modern Art (GOMA). If you’re a fan of the spectacular Louvre Abu Dhabi, this beautiful gallery is a must-visit.
Get creative with interactive showcases of international and Australian artists. Have fun with the family in the Children’s Art Centre or view international films and documentaries at the Australian Cinémathèque.
Tranquil gardens
The City Botanic Gardens is a heritage-listed garden on the edge of the Brisbane River. It’s luscious, tropical and full of rare and unusual species of plants and trees.
The gardens offer tranquillity and a place to relax right beside Brisbane’s Central Business District. You may spot some familiar species from Umm Al Emarat Park in Abu Dhabi, which houses Australian plants.