Doha to Abu Dhabi (DOH–AUH) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections
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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.
DOH–AUH is served by 2 airlines with nonstop service. Qatar Airways and Etihad Airways lead the route. The flight covers 199 miles in approximately 1h 10m. Beyond nonstop, 1-stop connecting options are also available.
Airline Landscape
| Airline | Freq/wk | Aircraft | Duration | Dep OTP | Alliance | Codeshares |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| QR Qatar Airways | 28 | 320 | 1h10 | – | Oneworld | – |
| EY Etihad Airways | 21 | 320, 321, 32N | 1h05-1h10 | – | – | – |
Weekly Schedule Pattern
Connection Landscape
Other ways to reach Abu Dhabi from Doha
| Metric | DOH→AUH | BAH→AUH | DMM→AUH |
|---|---|---|---|
| Distance from DOH | – | 91 mi | 140 mi |
| Nonstop airlines | 2 | 9 | 6 |
| Weekly flights | 49 | 145 | 112 |
| Flight time | 1h 10m | 1h 5m | 1h 20m |
Travel Essentials
DOH: +03 · AUH: +04
When it's 6:00 PM in Doha, it's 7:00 PM in Abu Dhabi.
Qatar and the UAE are both GCC member states. Qatari citizens enter freely with a national ID card. No visa, passport, or time limit is required for entry or residence.
Doha Metro Gold Line connects the city center directly to Hamad International; the Hamad International Airport station is at the terminal (15–20 min from Al Bidda / West Bay area, QAR 3–6). Metro runs 6am–11pm Sunday–Wednesday, until midnight Thursday, and 2pm–1am Friday. The Gold Line also connects to the Red and Green lines at Msheireb station for wider coverage.Taxis from West Bay / downtown Doha cost QAR 30–50 and take 15–25 minutes. Karwa taxis are metered and more regulated than informal options. Ride-hail apps (Careem, Uber) operate widely in Doha.
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.
DOH–AUH Quick Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
Flights from DOH to AUH
Hamad International Airport (DOH) and Zayed International Airport (AUH) are connected by nonstop service from Qatar Airways and Etihad Airways. With 49 weekly departures, this is a heavily served route.
DOH to AUH Flight Duration and Schedule
Nonstop flight time from DOH to AUH is about 1 hours 10 minutes gate to gate. The route covers a distance of 199 miles (320 km). There are approximately 49 weekly flights outbound and 35 return, totaling 84 flights per week in both directions.
Connecting Options and Alternatives
1-stop connecting options are also available, commonly via Bahrain, King Fahd and Muscat. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs. Nearby alternative airports include Manama (BAH) and Ad Dammam (DMM).