Etihad A380 New York – Abu Dhabi from April 2024
Swap one incredible city for another with flights from New York to Abu Dhabi. The Big Apple might look different to the UAE’s capital – but both places share a love for the finer things in life.
You will be delighted by Abu Dhabi’s shops, restaurants and iconic landmarks. Prepare to appreciate a location where everything happens on a grand scale.
JFK to AUH: flight facts
Flying from New York to Abu Dhabi: FAQs
How do I get from Zayed International Airport to the city centre?
The best way to get from the airport to the city centre is via taxi or private hire vehicle. Consider organising a private transfer with Etihad Airways and we’ll pick you up from the airport to make life easy.
Alternatively, there is a regular bus service that runs to and from the airport.
What is the weather like in Abu Dhabi?
Abu Dhabi enjoys a hot climate throughout the year, with little rainfall and average daily temperatures ranging from the high 20°Cs to the mid 30°Cs between May and October.
If you book your flights to travel between November and March you can expect slightly cooler weather. Average temperatures during these months range from around 20°C to 25°C.
Top tips for New York to Abu Dhabi
Discover towering skyscrapers
New York might be known the world over for skyscrapers such as the Empire State Building, but Abu Dhabi also has its fair share of imposing superstructures.
The distinctive Etihad Towers on Corniche West Street are home to the Observation Deck at 300. This is the highest viewpoint in Abu Dhabi and it affords spectacular vistas of the city, sea and sands.
Explore souks and shopping malls
It’s undeniable that New York and Abu Dhabi both offer up amazing shopping.
Fans of Fifth Avenue will feel right at home in the UAE capital’s cutting edge Yas Mall, while those hoping to experience the sights and sounds of an authentic market should make the short trip to see the historic Al Ain Souk.