Abu Dhabi to Manchester, Greater Manchester (AUH–MAN) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections
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No scheduled airline flights on this route — it's flown by charter / private operators (). No nonstop flights on this route. connecting options below.
Most recently operated nonstop flights — the month shown is when each was last scheduled. Most destinations remain reachable with a connection.
No discontinued nonstop flights on record for this route.
AUH–MAN is served by 1 airline with nonstop service. Etihad Airways leads the route. The flight covers 3,528 miles in approximately 7h 40m. Beyond nonstop, 1-stop connecting options are also available.
Airline Landscape
| Airline | Freq/wk | Aircraft | Duration | Dep OTP | Alliance | Codeshares |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| EY Etihad Airways Also: GA, NZ | 14 | 77W, 789 | 7h35-7h45 | – | – | GA, NZ |
Weekly Schedule Pattern
Connection Landscape
Other ways to reach Manchester, Greater Manchester from Abu Dhabi
| Metric | AUH→MAN | DWC→MAN | DXB→MAN |
|---|---|---|---|
| Distance from AUH | – | 45 mi | 72 mi |
| Nonstop airlines | 1 | 1 | 4 |
| Weekly flights | 28 | – | 49 |
| Flight time | 7h 40m | 8h 47m | 8h 5m |
Travel Essentials
AUH: +04 · MAN: BST
When it's 6:00 PM in Abu Dhabi, it's 3:00 PM in Manchester, Greater Manchester.
UAE passport holders can apply for an Electronic Travel Authorisation (ETA) to visit the UK for tourism or business stays of up to 6 months. The ETA is a digital authorization linked to the passport. Passport must be valid for the duration of stay.
Border officers may ask for proof of return travel, accommodation, and sufficient funds. UK duty-free allowances apply on goods from outside the UK.
Rail from Manchester Airport station (between Terminals 1/2 and 3, connected by free shuttle bus) to Manchester Piccadilly takes 20 minutes (£4.80 off-peak). Metrolink tram is slower (55 min) but cheaper and connects to suburbs not served by rail. Long-distance trains depart directly from the airport station to Liverpool (55 min), Leeds (80 min), and other northern cities.Taxis from arrivals cost £25–40 to the city centre; Uber operates from a designated zone. The Skylink bus connects all three terminals. Rental car desks are in the terminal buildings.
Temperate maritime climate. Among the wettest of any major UK airport. Rain is possible in any month. Manchester averages over 200 rainy days per year. Winters (November–February) are cool and grey at 3–9°C, with occasional fog delaying operations and infrequent but disruptive snow. Summers are mild at 18–24°C with unpredictable showers.
Wind from the west and southwest is the most common operational disruption. Rare but severe winter ice events can cause significant delays. Pack waterproofs year-round. A warm layer is useful even in August.
AUH–MAN Quick Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
Flights from AUH to MAN
Zayed International Airport (AUH) and Manchester Airport (MAN) are connected by nonstop service from Etihad Airways. With 28 weekly departures, this is a heavily served route.
AUH to MAN Flight Duration and Schedule
Nonstop flight time from AUH to MAN is about 7 hours 40 minutes gate to gate. The route covers a distance of 3,528 miles (5,678 km). There are approximately 28 weekly flights outbound and 42 return, totaling 70 flights per week in both directions.
Connecting Options and Alternatives
1-stop connecting options are also available, commonly via Amsterdam, Copenhagen Kastrup and Milan Malpensa. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs. Nearby alternative airports include Dubai(Jebel Ali) (DWC) and Dubai (DXB).