Abu Dhabi International Airport guide
Abu Dhabi International Airport Private Transfer and Taxi
A private transfer from Abu Dhabi International Airport gives you a dedicated car and driver for the journey into Abu Dhabi, with the fare agreed before you travel. It suits families, business travellers and anyone with heavy luggage who would rather not manage a busy taxi rank.
Vonaride drivers follow your flight, so the pick-up time shifts with delays or early landings at AUH. Your driver meets you in the arrivals area with a name sign, and the fixed fare stays the same even if traffic into the city is heavy. Free cancellation is available up to 24 hours before pick-up, free waiting time is included with its length shown before you book, drivers speak English, and support is available around the clock.
Private transfer or taxi: which should you choose?
A taxi suits you if you are happy to join the rank and settle the fare on arrival. A private transfer suits you if you want a car booked in advance from Abu Dhabi International Airport, with the cost known before you land.
How to Get from Abu Dhabi International Airport to Abu Dhabi
The main ways to travel from Abu Dhabi International Airport to Abu Dhabi are a taxi, a ride-hailing car, a public bus or a pre-booked private transfer. Journey times into the city depend heavily on traffic, especially at busy periods, so allow some flexibility.
Taxi from Abu Dhabi International Airport
Taxis wait at the rank outside the arrivals hall at AUH. Ask for the meter to be running before you set off, and have your hotel address written in both Arabic and English so the driver can find it quickly.
Ride-hailing apps
Ride-hailing services such as Uber and Careem operate in Abu Dhabi. Pick-up zones at the airport are signposted, so follow the app's instructions and the airport signs to the correct area.
Public bus
Public buses serve Abu Dhabi International Airport and run toward the city. Routes and timetables change, so check the current service before you travel and allow extra time for luggage.
Facilities and Services at Abu Dhabi International Airport
Abu Dhabi International Airport offers currency exchange, ATMs, cafés, shops and car rental desks, so you can prepare for the city before you leave the terminal. Facilities are spread across the passenger areas, and you will find the most choice airside and in the main concourses.
- Currency exchange and ATMs
- Car rental desks
- Cafés, restaurants and shops
- Prayer rooms and seating areas
Opening hours and locations can change, so check the airport's website for the latest details for your terminal.
Abu Dhabi International Airport Terminals and Arrivals
Passengers arrive at Abu Dhabi International Airport through more than one terminal, including the Midfield Terminal Building, so confirm your terminal on your booking confirmation before you travel. Your airline's information will also show which terminal it uses.
After passport control and baggage reclaim, follow the arrivals signs to the exits. The signs guide you to taxi ranks, bus stops and transfer meeting points, which are clearly marked in the arrivals area.
Arriving in Abu Dhabi: What to Know
Abu Dhabi is the capital of the United Arab Emirates, and the currency is the UAE dirham. The weekend falls on Saturday and Sunday, so plan shop and office visits with that in mind.
Dress modestly in public places, including shopping centres and religious sites, and keep shoulders and knees covered. Alcohol is served only in licensed hotels, bars and restaurants.
Summers are very hot, so plan outdoor sightseeing for early or late in the day and carry water. Abu Dhabi is an island city linked to the mainland by bridges, so traffic can build quickly at peak times.
To check prices or request a quote for your Abu Dhabi transfer from Abu Dhabi International Airport, use the form on the Vonaride website. Share your flight details and arrival date, and the fare will be shown before you book.
Updated November 2, 2026
