Getting Around
How to get to and from Zayed International Airport — taxis, public transport, shuttles and car rental.
Transport Options at AUH
Zayed International Airport is connected to Abu Dhabi and the wider United Arab Emirates transport network by multiple ground transport options.
Abu Dhabi has no metro or rail system connecting the airport to the city — bus, taxi and rideshare are the only options.
Express buses A1 and A2 run 24/7 to the city center in about 45 minutes; buy a Hafilat card or use the Darbi app at the arrivals hall before boarding.
Official metered taxis from the terminal rank take about 25-30 minutes to the city center and are a convenient option if you're carrying luggage.
Uber and Careem both operate reliably from the airport with transparent, upfront app pricing and a range of vehicle classes including premium options.
All major international agencies have counters in the terminal; low fuel costs and Abu Dhabi's well-signed highway network make self-drive a practical option for confident visitors.
Fares here tend to be lower than in comparable Gulf hub cities thanks to low local fuel prices — a taxi or rideshare is often better value than you'd expect for a roughly 30km airport-to-city run.
Pre-Book Your Transfer
Skip the taxi queue. Book a private transfer from AUH to Abu Dhabi in advance and have a driver waiting when you land.
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Car Rental at AUH
Exploring United Arab Emirates beyond Abu Dhabi? Renting a car at the airport gives you maximum flexibility from the moment you land.
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