Abu Dhabi to Atlanta (AUH–ATL) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections

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EY Etihad
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Abu Dhabi to Atlanta
1 carrier, 7 flights/week nonstop.
1 Airlines 7 Flights/wk 7,607 mi 15h 54m nonstop -8h behind 27 1-stop hubs

AUH–ATL is served by 1 airline with nonstop service. Etihad Airways leads the route. The flight covers 7,607 miles in approximately 15h 54m. Beyond nonstop, 27 hubs offer 1-stop connections.

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Carriers on this route

Airline Landscape

All carriers operating nonstop AUH–ATL service, compared side by side.
Airline Freq/wk Aircraft Duration Dep OTP Alliance Codeshares
EY Etihad Airways 7 789 15h54 – – –
Aircraft on this route
789 Boeing 787-9 Dreamliner – EY
Alliance coverage
Unaffiliated: EY (7 flights/wk, 100%)
OTP based on airport-level delay snapshots. Duration ranges reflect seasonal/directional variation.
Schedule

Weekly Schedule Pattern

Nonstop flight frequency by day of week, AUH to ATL direction.
Mon
1
flight
Tue
1
flight
Wed
1
flight
Thu
1
flight
Fri
1
flight
Sat
1
flight
Sun
1
flight
Departure time distribution
12 AM6 AM12 PM6 PM12 AM
Morning departures
Afternoon/evening departures
1
Nonstop flights
7
Outbound / wk
7
Return / wk
Connections

Connection Landscape

Beyond nonstop. 1-stop and 2-stop options for AUH to ATL.
1-STOP
One-Stop Connections
27
Hubs
~17h
Fastest
~38h
Longest
Verified with published schedule alignment and minimum connection time.
2-STOP
Two-Stop Connections
2,422
Candidates
Two-stop connections loaded in the connections tab above.
Connections computed from published schedules with minimum connection time verification. Use the interactive explorer above the fold to filter by airline, tier, and layover time.
Know before you go

Travel Essentials

Practical planning for this route.
Time Difference
-8h
Atlanta is 8 hours behind Abu Dhabi.
AUH: +04 · ATL: EDT

When it's 6:00 PM in Abu Dhabi, it's 10:00 AM in Atlanta.
Distance & Flight Time
7,607 mi / 12,242 km
Nonstop flight time is approximately 15h 54m.
Visa & Entry

UAE passport holders must obtain a US visa before travel. The UAE is not part of the Visa Waiver Program, so an ESTA is not available. A B1/B2 visitor visa requires an in-person interview at a US embassy or consulate. Processing times vary but can take several weeks. Passport must be valid for at least 6 months beyond the intended stay.

Verify entry requirements with official sources before travel.
Getting to AUH
Bus E101 runs from Abu Dhabi Central Bus Station to the airport in 45 minutes (AED 4), but runs infrequently and not 24 hours.Taxis from downtown Abu Dhabi cost AED 50–80 (25–40 min). Careem and Uber operate widely at AED 45–70. From Dubai, shared taxis and private cars take 90–120 minutes via the E11 highway (AED 200–350 shared, AED 300–500 private). Dubai Metro does not connect to AUH.

Getting from ATL

MARTA Gold Line connects the airport to downtown Atlanta (16 min, $2.50) and Buckhead (30 min). Taxis have a flat rate of $30 to downtown, $38 to Buckhead. Ride-shares are typically $20–35.

The SkyTrain people mover links the Domestic and International terminals, rental car center, and Georgia International Convention Center.

Atlanta Climate

Humid subtropical climate. Summers are hot and humid (30–35°C) with frequent afternoon thunderstorms that cause flight delays June through August. Winters are mild (2–10°C) with rare snowfall. Ice storms can shut down the airport when they hit.

Spring brings severe weather risk including tornadoes. Fall (September–November) is the most pleasant season for travel.

Check current weather forecasts before travel.
Facts

AUH–ATL Quick Facts

Key statistics for the Abu Dhabi to Atlanta route.
Route details
Distance7,607 mi / 12,242 km
Flight time15h 54m
Time difference-8 hours
Airlines (nonstop)1
Weekly flights7 out / 7 return
1-stop connections27 hubs
Origin: AUH
Full nameZayed International Airport
IATA / ICAOAUH / OMAA
TimezoneAsia/Dubai
Passengers/yr29.4M
Elevation88 ft / 27 m
Destination: ATL
Full nameHartsfield Jackson Atlanta International Airport
IATA / ICAOATL / KATL
TimezoneAmerica/New_York
Passengers/yr108.1M
Elevation1,026 ft / 313 m
FAQ

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about AUH to ATL flights.
Nonstop flights from Zayed International Airport to Hartsfield Jackson Atlanta International Airport take approximately 15h 54m. The route covers 7,607 miles.
1 airline operates nonstop service: Etihad Airways.
There are approximately 7 nonstop flights per week from AUH to ATL. The return direction has about 7 weekly flights.
Yes, 1-stop connections are available through YUL, DUB, BRU, BCN, LOS, CPH, FCO, CLT, ORD, IAD, IST, MUC, YYZ, MXP, MAN, JFK, DOH, CDG, ATH, BOS, AMS, FRA, ZRH, MAD, ICN, LHR and JNB. These options provide additional schedule flexibility.
Atlanta is 8 hours behind Abu Dhabi.
Yes, return flights from ATL to AUH are available. Use the direction toggle at the top to view the return schedule.
Click the 'Search Flights' button to check availability and prices on Google Flights. You can also compare airlines and schedules on this page to find the best option.
See the On-Time Performance section for the latest delay data at both airports. This shows departure and arrival reliability to help you plan.
Route data is updated regularly from official airline schedules. On-time performance data comes from recent airport delay snapshots.

Flights from AUH to ATL

Zayed International Airport (AUH) and Hartsfield Jackson Atlanta International Airport (ATL) are connected by nonstop service from Etihad Airways. With 7 weekly departures, this is a regularly served route.

AUH to ATL Flight Duration and Schedule

Nonstop flight time from AUH to ATL ranges from 15 hours 54 minutes. The route covers a distance of 7,607 miles (12,242 km). There are approximately 7 weekly flights outbound and 7 return, totaling 14 flights per week in both directions.

Connecting Options and Alternatives

27 one-stop connections are available, with the fastest taking approximately 17 hours via YUL. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs.