Cheap Flights from Istanbul to Abu Dhabi
Cheap Flights from Istanbul to Abu Dhabi
Looking for cheap flights from Istanbul to Abu Dhabi? PointsYeah scans award availability across major airline and bank transfer programs in one place, so travelers can compare the lowest points and cash routes faster. Instead of searching each airline separately, users can see pricing from programs like Chase, Amex, Capital One, Citi, and Bilt side by side.
Award prices from Istanbul to Abu Dhabi vary by season, cabin, and date, but available award flights can start around 7,900–22,000 points one way, with premium cabins available at higher mileage levels. The live search above allows filtering by cabin, airline, stops, or maximum points to find the best award flights from Istanbul to Abu Dhabi for specific travel dates.
2026-11-05
IST - AUH
Economy | Non stop | 9+ left
From 7,900 Pts + $27
2026-11-06
IST - AUH
Economy | Non stop | 9+ left
From 7,900 Pts + $27
2026-11-18
IST - AUH
Economy | Non stop | 6 left
From 7,900 Pts + $27
2026-11-19
IST - AUH
Economy | Non stop | 8 left
From 7,900 Pts + $27
2026-11-10
IST - AUH
Economy | 1 Stop | 4 left
From 12,300 Pts + $64.2
2027-01-03
IST - AUH
Economy | 1 Stop | 1 left
From 22,000 Pts + $129.7
Istanbul to Abu Dhabi flight facts
Distance
1,889 mi
3,040 km in a straight line
Estimated flight time
about 4h 15m
In the air, for the straight-line distance
Time difference
+1h
Abu Dhabi is 1 hour ahead of Istanbul.
Airports in Istanbul
IST · Istanbul
Airports in Abu Dhabi
AUH · Abu Dhabi Intl
Nearby airport alternatives
Flights Istanbul - Dubai · Dubai is 72 mi from Abu Dhabi
Premium cabin flights from Istanbul to Abu Dhabi
Premium cabin
2026-11-10
IST - AUH
First | 1 Stop | 4 left
From 24,400 Pts + $64.2
Selected hotels for your next stay
Abu Dhabi (U.A.E)
Conrad Abu Dhabi Etihad Towers
From 70,000 Pts or $216
Abu Dhabi (U.A.E)
The Mangroves Abu Dhabi, LXR Hotels & Resorts
From 70,000 Pts or $252
Dubai (U.A.E)
Waldorf Astoria Dubai Palm Jumeirah
From 100,000 Pts or $233
Frequently Asked Questions
The cheapest route from Istanbul to Abu Dhabi depends on award space, transfer bonuses, and travel dates. PointsYeah compares bank and airline programs in one place so you can find the best points and cash combinations faster.
Yes. Transferable points from Chase, Amex, Capital One, Citi, and Bilt can often be moved to airline partners for flights from Istanbul to Abu Dhabi.
Yes. Searching metro codes when available helps compare nearby airport combinations for flights from Istanbul to Abu Dhabi.
Istanbul and Abu Dhabi are about 1,889 miles (3,040 km) apart in a straight line.
Flying the 1,889-mile straight-line distance takes about 4h 15m in the air, estimated from typical cruising speed. Actual travel time depends on the routing; itineraries with connections take longer.
Abu Dhabi is 1 hour ahead of Istanbul.
Departures from Istanbul: Istanbul (IST). Arrivals in Abu Dhabi: Abu Dhabi Intl (AUH).
Travelers searching this route also look at other popular routes into Abu Dhabi, plus the return trip when we track it. Fares and award space change daily.
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