Transfer to/from - Abu Dhabi airport (AUH)

 

Public transportation services, licensed taxis and rideshare, private transfer companies and car rental services in Abu Dhabi airport (AUH)

Transportation

 

Bus

Several Abu Dhabi Mobility services (Tel +971 800 850) provide an economical and convenient transport alternative, stopping outside the terminal near the blue and white signs. Departures every 40 minutes, 24 hours a day. Travel time to the city centre is 45 min.

- A1: heads to Al Danah and Al Zahiyah in the city centre, passing by Hazaa Bin Zayed and Ghurair Al Ojaan mosques
- A2: Al Nahyan, Abu Dhabi bus station, Al Danah, Mariam Bint Said Mosque, Gold Centre, Capital Park
- A10: Rabdan, Capital Mall, Mazyad Mall, Bohra Islamic Cultural Complex, Al Ain University, Safeer Mall, MBZ City bus station
- A15: travels to and from the cargo terminal
- A40: Baniyas West bus station, Jarn Yafour, Bani Yas, Al Reef, Al Bahyah, Al Shahama bus station
- K4: Al Zeina, Etihad Airways Centre, Khalifa City, Gardens Plaza, Al Forsan
- N2: night service (11:40 pm to 5:40 am) to Abu Dhabi bus station, Mariam Bint Said Mosque, Gold Centre, Emirates Tower, Hazaa Bin Zayed and Ghurair Al Ojaan mosques

Additionally, in the Arrivals Hall, you can purchase tickets for minibus services connecting the airport to Ibn Battuta bus station in Dubai. Departures every hour, 24 hours a day, with a journey time of 1 hour and 30 minutes.

Rent a Car

 

Taxi

National Taxi (Tel +971 600 535 353) metered vehicles are available around the clock outside the Arrivals Hall, on the lower curb. The journey to Abu Dhabi city centre takes approximately 35-50 minutes. Taxi drivers accept only local currency.

Public transport schedules and fares

 
 

Latest updates: March 28, 2025

Transportation Tips to/from the airport

Although there are issues that seem more than obvious, it is always advisable to take them into account when moving to or from the airport, and especially if we go by public transport.
 
 1- To the airport - It is convenient to leave with a little more anticipation than what is commonly suggested. If you choose a taxi or a private car service, always take into account peak traffic times, demonstrations, strikes or events that may delay the journey to the airport from where you are. It is always good to be informed about what is happening.
 
If you contract a shared transfer service, have a contact telephone number handy in case of any delay by the company. In these cases they usually already have a scheduled collection time.
 
If you use public transport (collective, train) take into account the schedules (weekends and holidays tend to have less frequency), if you have to change and also how to board (if you need a card or paying the driver or motorist at the moment ). These are details that seem obvious, but it is advisable to know so as not to have surprises and suffer a delay that could cause complications.
 
If you rent a car to get to the airport, check where to leave the vehicle. At some airports, there is an exclusive parking lot for rental cars.
 
 2 -From the airport- Here it is a little less stressful since you don't have the pressure of missing your flight. In the worst case, you will arrive later at the place where you are going to stay or at the meeting point where you are trying to arrive.
 
Once you leave the plane, look for your suitcase and finish with the arrival procedures that are required. Then, follow the directions for public transportation or ask the airport staff.
 
It is very useful to find out in advance the schedules of the buses or trains in case you arrive late at night. Not all work 24 hours. The same goes for taxis. In case of using an Uber-type service, have the mobile application handy to contact the driver.
 
On the other hand, if you booked a private transport service, it is likely that they will have a person waiting for you, identified with a sign. If you rent a car to go from the airport to your final destination, for greater peace of mind it is advisable to book it in advance. Rental counters are usually available in the arrivals hall.

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