The flight distance from Albuquerque International Sunport Airport (ABQ) in Albuquerque, United States to Abu Dhabi International Airport (AUH) in Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates is 13,114 kilometers (8,149 miles / 7,081 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 16h, flying north northeast at a heading of 19°.

This is an ultra-long-haul route, one of the longest in aviation. It requires wide-body aircraft with extended range capability such as the Airbus A350-900ULR or Boeing 777-200LR. Passengers should prepare for an extended flight with multiple meal services.

This is an international route connecting United States with United Arab Emirates. It is an intercontinental flight between North America and Asia. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 08:33 in Albuquerque, it's 19:33 in Abu Dhabi. With a 11-hour time difference, travelers should plan for significant jet lag. It typically takes one day per hour of time difference to fully adjust.

There is a significant elevation difference of 5,267 feet between the two airports. Abu Dhabi International Airport sits lower than Albuquerque International Sunport Airport. Travelers arriving at the higher-elevation airport should be aware of potential altitude effects.

The return flight from Abu Dhabi (AUH) to Albuquerque (ABQ) follows a heading of 343° (north northwest). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.

For more information about these airports, visit the Albuquerque International Sunport Airport (ABQ) and Abu Dhabi International Airport (AUH) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.