Weekend getaways from Abu Dhabi
All cheap flights from Abu Dhabi
If you're flying out of Abu Dhabi this weekend, you have 11 destinations to choose from — spread across 6 countries and all within a 3-hour flight. The current price leader is Kuwait City at €71. Salalah is another strong option at €76. Fares are checked every 48-72 hours; always confirm the final price on the booking page before purchasing.
When scanning weekend destinations from Abu Dhabi, pay attention to the flight time alongside the fare. The average flight time across options on this page is 2h 10m. A 90-minute flight and a 170-minute flight both qualify as short-haul, but the extra 80 minutes each way makes a real difference on a two-night trip - especially if you are arriving Friday evening and need to make the most of Saturday.
The price calendar on each destination's route page shows how fares vary month by month. Even for weekend trips, picking the right month can matter - fares to the same destination can vary substantially between peak and off-peak periods. If you are planning a few weeks ahead with some flexibility, checking the calendar before committing to a date is worth the time.
Some of the shortest routes from Abu Dhabi may also work as single-overnight trips if you prefer to minimise accommodation costs: an early Saturday departure and a Sunday-evening return leaves a full day at the destination. Check the flight schedule before booking - this only works when departure and return times leave enough usable time at the destination.
Best weekend getaways from Abu Dhabi right now
Looking for a quick weekend escape from Abu Dhabi? These destinations combine short flight times, current low fares, and enough flexibility for a two- or three-day trip. The cheapest option in this list is Kuwait City from €71.
Kuwait City
Kuwait - 1h 50m - Direct
from €71
Salalah
Oman - 1h 50m - Direct
from €76
Riyadh
Saudi Arabia - 2h 15m - Direct
from €81
Manama
Bahrain - 1h 20m - Direct
from €85
Karachi
Pakistan - 2h 10m - Direct
from €117
Why these destinations?
- - Short flight time from the origin airport
- - Low current fares compared with nearby destinations
- - Practical for a 2-3 day city break or short escape
5 of 5 top options have direct flights available - no connections needed for your weekend.
Booking tip: Saturday-morning departure + Monday-morning return is typically 20-30% cheaper than the popular Friday-evening out, Sunday-evening back pattern.
Prices refresh every 48-72 hours.