Copenhagen to Abu Dhabi (CPH–AUH) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections
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CPH–AUH is served by 1 airline with nonstop service. Etihad Airways leads the route. The flight covers 3,016 miles in approximately 6h 15m. Beyond nonstop, 1-stop connecting options are also available.
Airline Landscape
| Airline | Freq/wk | Aircraft | Duration | Dep OTP | Alliance | Codeshares |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| EY Etihad Airways Also: OZ, SK | 4 | 789 | 6h15 | – | – | OZ, SK |
Weekly Schedule Pattern
Connection Landscape
Travel Essentials
CPH: CEST · AUH: +04
When it's 6:00 PM in Copenhagen, it's 8:00 PM in Abu Dhabi.
Danish passport holders receive a free 30-day visit visa stamped on arrival in the UAE. No advance application is required. Passport must be valid for at least 6 months beyond the date of entry. The visa can be extended once for an additional 30 days through UAE immigration offices.
The Metro M2 line connects central Copenhagen (Kongens Nytorv, Christianshavn, Vanløse) to the airport in 15–16 minutes from Kongens Nytorv for DKK 36 (Rejsekort card). Trains run 24 hours, every 4 minutes at peak and every 6 minutes at night; one of the most frequent airport rail links in Europe. DSB regional trains also call at the airport station.The Øresund train connects directly to Malmö Central (Sweden) in 35 minutes from the airport; a cross-border connection unique among European airports. Taxis from the city centre cost DKK 250–350 (€33–47). Uber is available. Driving from Copenhagen takes 10–15 minutes via E20 motorway.
Careem and Uber serve the airport at AED 45–70 to downtown Abu Dhabi (25–40 min). Official taxis at the curb: AED 50–80. Bus E101 to Central Bus Station costs AED 4 and takes 45 minutes but runs infrequently; verify schedule before relying on it.For Dubai: shared taxis from the airport cost AED 75–100/seat; private taxis AED 200–350 (90–120 min). Rental car desks are in the arrivals hall. The new terminal (Terminal A opened 2023) handles most Etihad flights; confirm which terminal for ground transport.
Hyper-arid desert climate on the Arabian Gulf coast. Summers (June–September) are extreme at 38–47°C with very high humidity. Outdoor exposure is extreme in July and August. Ground handling and ramp operations are affected by heat protocols. Haboob (sandstorm) events reduce visibility and may cause ground stops.
Winter (December–February) is the peak travel season at 18–27°C with clear skies and minimal disruption risk. The airport almost never sees rain. When rain does occur (typically December–February), local drainage infrastructure can briefly flood access roads. Overall, AUH is one of the most operationally consistent major hubs globally.
CPH–AUH Quick Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
Flights from CPH to AUH
Copenhagen Kastrup Airport (CPH) and Zayed International Airport (AUH) are connected by nonstop service from Etihad Airways. With 12 weekly departures, this is a regularly served route.
CPH to AUH Flight Duration and Schedule
Nonstop flight time from CPH to AUH is about 6 hours 15 minutes gate to gate. The route covers a distance of 3,016 miles (4,854 km). There are approximately 12 weekly flights outbound and 8 return, totaling 20 flights per week in both directions.
Connecting Options and Alternatives
1-stop connecting options are also available, commonly via Munich, Václav Havel and Frankfurt Main. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs.