Zayed International Airport (OMAA).
Zayed International Airport (OMAA / AUH) is a commercial airport with general aviation handling serving Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates, at 88 ft elevation with a longest runway of 4,106 m (13,471 ft). The city centre is 26 km away in a straight line. 1 alternative airport lies within 100 km.
| ICAO / IATA | OMAA / AUH |
|---|---|
| Location | Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates (24.4410, 54.6492) |
| Elevation | 88 ft (27 m) |
| Longest runway | 13R/31L: 4,106 m / 13,471 ft, ASP |
| Time zone | Asia/Dubai |
| Scheduled airline service | Yes |
| City served | Abu Dhabi, 26 km |
| Official website | www.zayedinternationalairport.ae |
Which airports are near Zayed International Airport?
1 airport on this site lies within 100 km, the nearest being Al Maktoum International Airport at 72 km.
| Airport | Codes | Distance | Longest runway | Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Al Maktoum International Airport | OMDW / DWC | 72 km | 4,500 m | Business aviation |
Which routes are flown from Zayed International Airport?
The routes from Abu Dhabi with the largest private jet markets at the far end are Dubai, Doha, Riyadh.
- Abu Dhabi to Dubai: 70 nm, about 0h 26m, empty leg estimated at $900–$4,100
- Abu Dhabi to Doha: 164 nm, about 0h 41m, empty leg estimated at $900–$4,100
- Abu Dhabi to Riyadh: 420 nm, about 1h 21m, empty leg estimated at $1,200–$5,600
- Abu Dhabi to Jeddah: 860 nm, about 2h 31m, empty leg estimated at $2,200–$10,400
- Abu Dhabi to Milan: 2,513 nm, about 6h 23m, empty leg estimated at $8,000–$38,300
- Abu Dhabi to Zurich: 2,569 nm, about 6h 05m, empty leg estimated at $11,400–$50,300
- Abu Dhabi to Nice: 2,570 nm, about 6h 05m, empty leg estimated at $11,400–$50,300
- Abu Dhabi to Geneva: 2,647 nm, about 6h 16m, empty leg estimated at $11,800–$51,700
Model estimate, not a quote. See how we calculate prices.
Questions about Zayed International Airport
Can private jets use Zayed International Airport?
Yes. Zayed International Airport has general aviation handling alongside its airline traffic, and its 4,106 m runway takes every aircraft category on this site.
How far is Zayed International Airport from Abu Dhabi?
26 km in a straight line from the centre of Abu Dhabi, using OurAirports and Wikidata coordinates. Road time depends on traffic.
What is the nearest alternative to Zayed International Airport?
Al Maktoum International Airport (OMDW / DWC), 72 km away. Operators use alternates when weather, slots or opening hours rule out the first choice.
What documents do I need?
A passport for international flights and government photo ID for domestic flights. Visa rules are the same as for airline travel.
Sources
- OurAirports open data (public domain), 2026-09-20 (accessed 2026-09-20). Airport codes, coordinates, elevation and runway lengths.
- Wikidata (CC0), 2026-09-20 (accessed 2026-09-20). City-centre coordinates used for airport-to-city distances.
Last reviewed 20 September 2026 by Empty Leg Exclusive Editorial Team.
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