Nottingham, Leicestershire to Abu Dhabi (EMA–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.
EMA–AUH is served by 1 airline with nonstop service. Etihad Airways leads the route. The flight covers 3,482 miles in approximately 7h. Beyond nonstop, 1-stop connecting options are also available.
Airline Landscape
| Airline | Freq/wk | Aircraft | Duration | Dep OTP | Alliance | Codeshares |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| EY Etihad Airways | 1 | 77X | 7h | – | – | – |
Weekly Schedule Pattern
Connection Landscape
Other ways to reach Abu Dhabi from Nottingham, Leicestershire
| Metric | EMA→AUH | MAN→AUH | LHR→AUH |
|---|---|---|---|
| Distance from EMA | – | 53 mi | 101 mi |
| Nonstop airlines | 1 | 3 | 7 |
| Weekly flights | 1 | 42 | 133 |
| Flight time | 7h | 7h 5m | 6h 55m |
Travel Essentials
EMA: BST · AUH: +04
When it's 6:00 PM in Nottingham, Leicestershire, it's 9:00 PM in Abu Dhabi.
British passport holders receive a free visa on arrival in the UAE, valid for 30 days with a single 10-day extension available (AED 600, about $165). Passport must be valid for at least 6 months beyond the date of entry. No advance application, no fee, no photos needed at the border. Processing is automatic at the e-gate if you have a biometric passport.
You need a return or onward ticket. Immigration officers rarely ask for hotel bookings but technically can. For stays beyond 40 days, apply for a tourist visa extension through the General Directorate of Residency and Foreigners Affairs (GDRFA) or via the ICP smart services portal before the initial 30 days expire.
Direct flights from London to Dubai run 6 hours 45 minutes, to Abu Dhabi about 7 hours. The UAE dirham is pegged to the US dollar at 3.6725 AED per $1. No vaccination requirements for entry. Alcohol is legal in licensed venues in Dubai and Abu Dhabi but public intoxication carries criminal penalties. Import of codeine-based medications (common UK over-the-counter items) requires a UAE Ministry of Health e-permit obtained before travel.
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.
EMA–AUH Quick Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
Flights from EMA to AUH
East Midlands Airport (EMA) and Zayed International Airport (AUH) are connected by nonstop service from Etihad Airways. With 1 weekly departures, this is a regularly served route.
EMA to AUH Flight Duration and Schedule
Nonstop flight time from EMA to AUH is about 7 hours gate to gate. The route covers a distance of 3,482 miles (5,604 km). There are approximately 1 weekly flights outbound and 1 return, totaling 2 flights per week in both directions.
Connecting Options and Alternatives
1-stop connecting options are also available, commonly via Palma de Mallorca, Václav Havel and Josep Tarradellas Barcelona-El Prat. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs. Nearby alternative airports include Manchester, Greater Manchester (MAN) and London (LHR).