Singapore to Abu Dhabi (SIN–AUH) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections
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No nonstop flights on this route. connecting options below.
SIN–AUH is served by 2 airlines with nonstop service. Etihad Airways and Garuda Indonesia lead the route. The flight covers 3,658 miles in approximately 7h 55m. Beyond nonstop, 55 hubs offer 1-stop connections.
Airline Landscape
| Airline | Freq/wk | Aircraft | Duration | Dep OTP | Alliance | Codeshares |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| EY Etihad Airways | 7 | 789 | 7h55 | – | – | – |
| GA Garuda Indonesia | 7 | 789 | 7h55 | – | SkyTeam | – |
Weekly Schedule Pattern
Connection Landscape
Other ways to reach Abu Dhabi from Singapore
| Metric | SIN→AUH | KUL→AUH |
|---|---|---|
| Distance from SIN | – | 185 mi |
| Nonstop airlines | 2 | 1 |
| Weekly flights | 14 | 14 |
| Flight time | 7h 55m | 7h 2m |
Travel Essentials
SIN: +08 · AUH: +04
When it's 6:00 PM in Singapore, it's 2:00 PM in Abu Dhabi.
Singaporean passport holders enter the UAE visa-free for stays up to 30 days. No advance application is needed. Passport must be valid for at least 6 months beyond the date of entry. The initial 30-day stay can be extended once for an additional 30 days through the immigration office.
MRT East West Line (Changi Airport branch) connects the airport to the city in 30–45 minutes from City Hall or Raffles Place (S$2.20–2.50 with EZ-Link). Trains run from 5:31am to 11:18pm (T1/T2/T3). Terminal 4 is served by a dedicated shuttle bus from T2.Taxis from Orchard Road cost S$20–35 and take 20–30 minutes. Grab is widely used and slightly cheaper. Airport surcharges apply for taxis departing from the city to the airport (S$3–5 depending on peak hours). The trip is short; Singapore's island geography keeps distances manageable.
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.
SIN–AUH Quick Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
Flights from SIN to AUH
Singapore Changi Airport (SIN) and Zayed International Airport (AUH) are connected by nonstop service from Etihad Airways and Garuda Indonesia. With 14 weekly departures, this is a well served route.
SIN to AUH Flight Duration and Schedule
Nonstop flight time from SIN to AUH ranges from 7 hours 55 minutes. The route covers a distance of 3,658 miles (5,886 km). There are approximately 14 weekly flights outbound and 7 return, totaling 21 flights per week in both directions.
Connecting Options and Alternatives
55 one-stop connections are available, with the fastest taking approximately 12 hours via AMD. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs. Nearby alternative airports include Sepang (KUL).