Flying from Kempegowda International Airport (BLR) to Abu Dhabi International Airport (AUH): what you need to know
Hop on a direct flight from Kempegowda International Airport to Abu Dhabi International Airport and you'll be in the air for an average of 4 hours 5 minutes.
Abu Dhabi's timezone is UTC+4, making Abu Dhabi one hour 30 minutes behind Bengaluru.
Flights from BLR to AUH start from 04:20 — the earliest with Etihad Airways. The latest departure is at 21:55 with Etihad Airways. In total, there are 50 weekly Kempegowda International Airport to Abu Dhabi International Airport flights.
To ensure you catch your BLR to AUH flight, leave enough time for things like check-in and baggage drop. Arriving two hours ahead of international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the general travel rule.
Flying during a peak month like August? School holidays and other high seasons can mean longer queues and delays at check-in and security. Play it safe and get there up to four hours before international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
Etihad Airways offers direct flights from Kempegowda International Airport to Abu Dhabi International Airport. Book with this popular carrier, then get ready to discover the sights in Abu Dhabi — and maybe even more of United Arab Emirates if you have time.
Most travellers choose to travel with Etihad Airways on this route.
Etihad Airways tops the rankings as the most punctual carrier for BLR to AUH flights, with 92.57% of its services arriving as scheduled.
We make it a piece of cake to book a flight with a stopover. To see your options for tickets from Kempegowda International Airport to Abu Dhabi International Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, choose a flight offering a stop long enough to tour the city of your choice. Some great stopovers between BLR and AUH include:
Muscat International Airport
Chhatrapati Shivaji International Airport
Cochin International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Kempegowda International Airport (BLR) to Abu Dhabi International Airport (AUH)
The cheapest price we've found for a one-way Kempegowda International Airport to Abu Dhabi International Airport flight is Rs29,506. A return fare is currently Rs59,032. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares may change.
Book 11 months before flying. After crunching the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you'll want to book ahead to find cheap tickets from BLR to AUH.
October is the cheapest month for flights from Kempegowda International Airport to Abu Dhabi International Airport. If you prefer to fly during a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will give you the lowest airfares for every month.
There's no need to check back in every day to find out if fares have gone down when you create a Price Alert. We'll update you the moment there's a new deal on cheap flights from BLR to AUH.
Choose your ideal arrival and departure times, airlines and number of stops with the filters. Alternatively, sort your results by 'Cheapest' to find the best deals on flights from Kempegowda International Airport to Abu Dhabi International Airport.
Handy information about Kempegowda International Airport (BLR)
BLR's address is Kial Road, Devanahalli, Bengaluru, Karnataka 56030.
When it comes to the on-time performance of Kempegowda International Airport, data shows 71.17% of flights stick to their scheduled arrival time.
Central Bengaluru to Kempegowda International Airport is around 32 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take you about 50 minutes to get there if you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving.
Expect a trip time of roughly 1 hour 55 minutes on public transport.
Looking for a convenient hotel near BLR? If you're catching an early flight from Kempegowda International Airport to Abu Dhabi International Airport, these accommodation options will put you moments from your check-in counter:
Arriving at Abu Dhabi International Airport (AUH)
The last thing you need is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're landing late on a Kempegowda International Airport to Abu Dhabi International Airport flight. Book one of these accommodation options near AUH instead:
Explore without limits with an Abu Dhabi International Airport rental car. Pick up your wheels from Hertz, Alamo or Europcar and venture far and wide through Abu Dhabi and beyond.
Book your ride from Abu Dhabi International Airport at least a few weeks ahead to get the best possible rate. If you're travelling during a busy period, you may want to book even earlier.
Getting from Abu Dhabi International Airport (AUH) to central Abu Dhabi
From Abu Dhabi International Airport, Abu Dhabi is approximately 32 kilometres away. It takes around 25 minutes to drive to the centre.
Getting to the centre by public transport takes around 1 hour 30 minutes.
When to fly to Abu Dhabi International Airport (AUH)
February is the most popular month for flights from Kempegowda International Airport to Abu Dhabi International Airport. To avoid the crowds, travel to Abu Dhabi in April.
Book your flight from Kempegowda International Airport to Abu Dhabi International Airport for July if you'd like to go to Abu Dhabi during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 29ºC and 43ºC.
January sees average temperatures of between 14ºC and 25ºC. Look for cheap tickets from BLR to AUH sometime around then if you'd rather travel in cooler conditions.
Explore more of United Arab Emirates
You've done Abu Dhabi, now it's time to discover more of United Arab Emirates. Travel around 121 kilometres north-east to Dubai to tick off its top sights. From Burj Khalifa to The Dubai Mall Heart and Desert safari tourism, there's plenty to keep you on the go.
Around 145 kilometres north-east of Abu Dhabi, Sharjah is another essential stop in United Arab Emirates. Experience this destination's highlights firsthand at Al majaz waterfront, Petrofac and Al Montazah Park.