Abu Dhabi International Airport is an aerodrome located in Abu Dhabi, the capital city of the United Arab Emirates. Located 30,6 km (19 mi) east of Abu Dhabi city, the airport is the second largest port in the UAE after Dubai International Airport.
Having three operational passenger terminals, Abu Dhabi International Airport is spread over an area of 3.400 hectares (8.500 acres). The aerodrome is the home base of Etihad Airways, the country’s second flag carrier airline and the UAE’s second largest airline after Emirates. More than 30 airlines serve more than 120 destinations in more than 60 countries.
Abu Dhabi Airport is one of the few airports with non-stop flights to 6 continents. Due to this feature, it is used extensively by private jet charter services.
Abu Dhabi private jet charter prices
Although Abu Dhabi air charter fees depend on variables such as the number of passengers, departure airport, flight time, aircraft position, flight date, the prices for private jet charter from Istanbul → Abu Dhabi are as follows.
| Light Jet | 28.500 EUR |
| Midsize Jet | 31.500 EUR |
| Heavy Jet | 36.750 EUR |
These prices are average amounts and you can contact us on our flight reservation screen or by phone for the most accurate price information.
History and establishment of Abu Dhabi Airport
Abu Dhabi International Airport was first opened on Abu Dhabi Island, in 1969. This simple facility was transformed into today’s Al Bateen Executive Airport.
Then, in 1982, ten years after the seven Emirates were combined to form the United Arab Emirates under the patronage and guidance of the late Sheikh Zayed bin Sultan Al Nahyan, Abu Dhabi International Airport opened in its current form.
In the first years of the airport, the only way to reach the port was by private vehicle or taxi. Abu Dhabi’s bus network continued to be built between the 2000s and 2010s, and bus service began in a standardized fashion in mid-2010.
At the end of 2011, Abu Dhabi authorities signed a letter of intent for similar pre-approval facilities in Aruba, Canada, the Bahamas, Bermuda and Ireland. Etihad airlines made its first flight from the facility to the USA on January 25, 2014.
Rotana Jet was another airline based at the airport. However, it suspended all flights indefinitely in 2017.
Life and places to visit in Abu Dhabi
Abu Dhabi, the capital of the United Arab Emirates, is one of the most important regions of the country in terms of tourism, just like Dubai. There are many different spots to visit in the emirate, where the European standard of living and the life of the Arab world are blended.
The Emirates Palace, which is considered the most luxurious and expensive hotel in the world, is one of the hotels where tourists prefer the most. Qars Al-Hosn, which was established as a watchtower in 1761 and later turned into a fortress, Sheikh Zayed Mosque, which was built recently and is among the most beautiful mosques in the world, Heritage Village where desert life of Abu Dhabi is exhibited, Ferrari World, which Ferrari enthusiasts must see, and Emirates Park Zoo, where more than 2.000 animals are available, are the most visited spots of the city.
In addition, Jumeirah at Etihad Towers, which stands out with its different architecture, Al Ain Camel Market, where camel trade is made, Hili Fun City, the entertainment center of the city, and Aldar Headquarters with its circular designed innovative architecture are among the other popular places to visit.
Transportation routes from the city center to Abu Dhabi Airport
The most convenient transportation from the city center to the airport is provided by taxis. Black Mercedes Vitos for 6 people serve at the taxi stands located outside the Terminals 1 and 3 Arrivals Hall. Passengers arriving at Terminal 2 can use Toyota Camry taxis outside the terminal.
Apart from the taxis, air-conditioned buses to the Airport and Abu Dhabi city is both an economical and comfortable mode of transportation. Bus stops are located outside all terminals and are clearly marked with blue-white signs. Operating 24 hours a day, busses run every 40 minutes.
For passengers who want to rent a car, there are car rental services available available 24 hours a day in the terminal buildings, such as Budget Car and Van Rental, Dolar Rent a Car, Europcar, Hertz, Avis, Payless.
Etihad Airways guests traveling in First or Business Class can enjoy the convenience of complimentary Etihad Chauffeur service for transfers to and from anywhere in the UAE. Etihad Chauffeur service can be requested online up to 24 hours before your flight.
Passengers who want to travel by their private vehicles can use one of the three main routes from the city center to the aerodrome. The routes that can be used are 2nd Street (Sheikh Rashid Al Maktoum Street), 8th Street (Salam Street) and 30th Street (Khaleej Al Arabi Street).
