Faisalabad to Abu Dhabi (LYP–AUH) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections
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No nonstop flights on this route. connecting options below.
LYP–AUH is served by 1 airline with nonstop service. Etihad Airways leads the route. The flight covers 1,216 miles in approximately 3h 15m. Beyond nonstop, 2 hubs offer 1-stop connections.
Airline Landscape
| Airline | Freq/wk | Aircraft | Duration | Dep OTP | Alliance | Codeshares |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| EY Etihad Airways | 6 | 320 | 3h15 | – | – | – |
Weekly Schedule Pattern
Connection Landscape
Other ways to reach Abu Dhabi from Faisalabad
| Metric | LYP→AUH | LHE→AUH | SKT→AUH |
|---|---|---|---|
| Distance from LYP | – | 84 mi | 114 mi |
| Nonstop airlines | 1 | 3 | 1 |
| Weekly flights | 6 | 23 | 5 |
| Flight time | 3h 15m | 3h 20m | 3h 55m |
Travel Essentials
LYP: PKT · AUH: +04
When it's 6:00 PM in Faisalabad, it's 5:00 PM in Abu Dhabi.
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.
LYP–AUH Quick Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
Flights from LYP to AUH
Faisalabad International Airport (LYP) and Zayed International Airport (AUH) are connected by nonstop service from Etihad Airways. With 6 weekly departures, this is a regularly served route.
LYP to AUH Flight Duration and Schedule
Nonstop flight time from LYP to AUH ranges from 3 hours 15 minutes. The route covers a distance of 1,216 miles (1,957 km). There are approximately 6 weekly flights outbound and 6 return, totaling 12 flights per week in both directions.
Connecting Options and Alternatives
2 one-stop connections are available, with the fastest taking approximately 16 hours via JED. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs. Nearby alternative airports include Lahore (LHE), Sialkot (SKT) and Multan (MUX).