Private jet London to Abu Dhabi
A long-haul route for business, the Grand Prix and winter sun, flown non-stop in long-range jets. Tell us your dates and we'll come back with suitable aircraft from licensed operators, in writing.
- Flying time
- About 7h
- Distance
- About 3,400 miles
- Typical aircraft
- Heavy or long-range
- Busiest months
- October to April
Long-haul to the UAE capital
London to Abu Dhabi takes about seven hours non-stop, depending on the aircraft and the winds. Cabin space and room to rest matter on a flight this long.
The route is busy all year with business and government travel, and peaks from October to April, with the Abu Dhabi Grand Prix at the end of the season drawing especially heavy demand.
Smaller jets can fly it with a fuel stop, which adds time. For most groups we recommend an aircraft that can fly it non-stop with everyone and their luggage on board.
Where you leave from, and where you land
We compare the whole journey, door to door. The operator confirms each airport for your aircraft and times.
London
Farnborough
Business aviation only. Often the natural choice for west London, Surrey and the Thames Valley.
Biggin Hill
Business aviation south-east of the city, well placed for Kent, south London and the City.
Luton
Large private-aviation operation to the north, practical for north London and Hertfordshire.
Abu Dhabi
Al Bateen Executive
An airport dedicated to business aviation, close to the city centre.
Abu Dhabi International
The main international airport, with private aviation facilities. Further from the centre.
Dubai
An alternative if your plans include Dubai, about an hour and a half by road.
Three ways to fly it
Examples of the sizes that suit this route. The right choice depends on your group, your luggage and how much space you want. We confirm the exact aircraft with the operator.
Whether a jet can fly non-stop depends on passengers, luggage and winds on the day. The operator confirms the routing, and whether a fuel stop is needed, before we put an option forward.
What shapes the price
We don't publish prices for this route, because a figure on a web page rarely matches a real trip.
- Aircraft size and the flying time, the biggest factor on a seven-hour route.
- Positioning: long-range jets may need to fly empty to London or back to base.
- Return trips: whether the aircraft and crew wait or fly home and come back.
- Airport, handling and overflight fees along the route.
- Dates and demand: the Grand Prix and winter holidays cost more.
Each quote shows the full price, what's included, what isn't, and how long it's valid.
London to Abu Dhabi, answered
How long is a private jet flight from London to Abu Dhabi?
About seven hours non-stop, depending on the aircraft and the winds. Smaller jets may need a fuel stop. The operator confirms the schedule.
Which Abu Dhabi airport will I land at?
Often Al Bateen, which is dedicated to business aviation and close to the city, or Abu Dhabi International. We'll suggest the best fit for your plans.
Do I need a visa?
It depends on each passenger's nationality and passport. Requirements change, so please check current official guidance for every traveller.
Do I need to book early for the Grand Prix?
Yes. Long-range aircraft and slots are in very heavy demand around race weekend.
Other popular routes
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Cannes, Monaco and the Riviera- Flying time
- about 1h 45m
- Typical aircraft
- Light to midsize
Ibiza
Summer weekends and villas- Flying time
- about 2h 15m
- Typical aircraft
- Light to super-midsize
Mykonos
Greek islands- Flying time
- about 3h 45m
- Typical aircraft
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Palma
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- about 2h 10m
- Typical aircraft
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Málaga
Marbella and the Costa del Sol- Flying time
- about 2h 30m
- Typical aircraft
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Olbia
Sardinia and the Costa Smeralda- Flying time
- about 2h 20m
- Typical aircraft
- Light to midsize
Geneva
Verbier, Chamonix and Swiss business- Flying time
- about 1h 30m
- Typical aircraft
- Light to midsize
Chambéry
Courchevel and the Three Valleys- Flying time
- about 1h 30m
- Typical aircraft
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Paris
Le Bourget, for central Paris- Flying time
- about 1h
- Typical aircraft
- Very light to light
Zurich
Finance and the Swiss Alps- Flying time
- about 1h 35m
- Typical aircraft
- Light to midsize
Milan
Linate, close to the city- Flying time
- about 1h 50m
- Typical aircraft
- Light to midsize
Dubai
Business and winter sun- Flying time
- about 7h
- Typical aircraft
- Heavy or long-range
Doha
Qatar- Flying time
- about 6h 30m
- Typical aircraft
- Heavy or long-range
Riyadh
Saudi Arabia- Flying time
- about 6h 30m
- Typical aircraft
- Heavy or long-range
New York
Teterboro, for Manhattan- Flying time
- about 8h
- Typical aircraft
- Long-range
Miami
Florida and the Caribbean- Flying time
- about 9h 30m
- Typical aircraft
- Long-range
Los Angeles
Van Nuys, for LA- Flying time
- about 11h
- Typical aircraft
- Long-range, or a fuel stop