On this page, you can find and buy flight tickets from Chiang Mai to Abu Dhabi. The 4,642 km route is served approximately three times a week. Before your trip, we recommend checking in advance how to get to the departure airport and the available transportation options from the arrival airport.
Flights on this route are operated by Etihad Airways. Ticket prices depend on the season and booking time, so to find the best deals, use the low-price calendar and the price trend chart below.
Below is a calendar of the lowest flight ticket prices for Chiang Mai — Abu Dhabi by day. Pick a convenient date and instantly see the fare. The cheapest flights on this route start from AED 1,130 in y, and the most expensive are around AED 1,929 in r. If your travel dates are flexible, the calendar will help you find the best price for your preferred period. To view round-trip fares, switch to the "Round trip" tab above the calendar, select your departure date — and the right-hand calendar will highlight the lowest prices for return flights on each day.
Chiang Mai → Abu Dhabi, average one-way price
| Month | Average price | Level | Month | Average price | Level | Month | Average price | Level |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | AED 1,890 | medium | May | AED 1,559 | medium | Sep | AED 2,079 | high |
| Feb | AED 1,134 | low | Jun | AED 2,079 | high | Oct | AED 1,464 | low |
| Mar | AED 1,512 | medium | Jul | AED 1,890 | high | Nov | AED 1,417 | low |
| Apr | AED 1,559 | medium | Aug | AED 2,079 | high | Dec | AED 1,984 | high |
Some values are estimated based on seasonality.
The hottest period in Abu Dhabi is August, when the average high reaches 40.2°C, while the coolest weather is in January with an average low of 16.5°C. Precipitation in this region is extremely rare, with a small peak occurring only in April.
Budget-wise, the most favorable flight conditions are in June, with ticket prices starting AED 1,259. The most expensive month for booking currently is December, with prices starting AED 1,929.
To save money, consider flying in June or July if you are ready for the UAE's summer heat. In December, demand for tickets traditionally grows, leading to a significant increase in flight costs, so it is best to book seats for this period as far in advance as possible.
The main carrier on the route from Chiang Mai to Abu Dhabi is Etihad Airways, which operates about three flights per week. Most flight options involve convenient connections, providing reliable travel between the cities of Thailand and the UAE. You can check the detailed schedule and choose a suitable flight in the interactive list below.
Flights Chiang Mai — Abu Dhabi depart from Chiang Mai International Airport and arrive at Abu Dhabi International Airport. Below are pages for the cities, countries, and airports on the route: airlines, schedules, and travel guides.
The distance between the cities is 4,642 km. Net flying time for a direct flight would be about 6 hours; however, most flights operate with layovers, which increases the total travel time depending on the chosen route.
The main carrier on this route is Etihad Airways. The current list of all available flight options and airlines is presented in the corresponding block above.
Flights from Chiang Mai arrive at Abu Dhabi International Airport (AUH), which is the main aviation hub for the capital of the United Arab Emirates.
Airfare prices are constantly changing based on demand and season. You can find the current minimum for the coming months in the low-price calendar on this page.
A visa-free regime applies to citizens of Russia: a visa is issued free of charge upon arrival at the airport for a stay of up to 90 days, which significantly simplifies trip planning.
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