Fly private between Aden and Abu Dhabi from US$24,000 for a midsize jet (Cessna Citation XLS+). Get an instant quote.
Private jet charter from Aden (ADE) to Abu Dhabi (AUH), and from Abu Dhabi (AUH) back to Aden (ADE).
The straight-line distance between Aden and Abu Dhabi is about 1,640 km (1,019 miles), or 885 nautical miles.
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Expect US$24,000 – US$66,500 for a one-way charter between Aden and Abu Dhabi, depending on the aircraft — a midsize jet sits at the lower end, larger jets above. Pets are welcome in-cabin on every option.
A stand-up cabin and more baggage room for medium-haul comfort. It seats 7-9 and is a frequent choice on sectors of this length.
Intercontinental comfort with a full stand-up cabin and separate sleeping area. 9-12 seats and 5,926 km of range make it a dependable fit here.
| Category | Outbound | Return (±10% wind) | From (USD) | Seats |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Midsize Jet · rec. | 2h 27m | 2h 12m – 2h 42m | US$34,500 | 7-9 |
| Super Midsize Jet | 2h 17m | 2h 03m – 2h 31m | US$47,500 | 9-12 |
| Aircraft | Flight time | Cost range (USD) | Passengers |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cessna Citation XLS+ | 2h 27m | US$34,500 – US$48,500 | 7-9 |
| Hawker 900XP | 2h 25m | US$38,000 – US$53,500 | 7-9 |
| Embraer Praetor 500 | 2h 20m | US$41,500 – US$58,000 | 8-10 |
| Aircraft | Flight time | Cost range (USD) | Passengers |
|---|---|---|---|
| Challenger 350 | 2h 17m | US$47,500 – US$66,500 | 9-12 |
| Cessna Citation Longitude | 2h 17m | US$52,500 – US$73,000 | 9-12 |
| Embraer Praetor 600 | 2h 20m | US$57,000 – US$80,000 | 9-12 |
The return leg uses the same aircraft and guide pricing; timings may shift up to ±10% depending on winds.
Guide prices are one-way estimates incl. positioning; taxes/handling extra. Round-trip and one-way both available.
What determines the price between Aden and Abu Dhabi? Primarily: flight distance and typical jet-stream winds, fuel costs across the regions you cross, and the handling and parking fees charged at each airport. We confirm everything against real-time aircraft availability. International routing adds overflight permits and customs clearance to the final figure.
You can fly to or from any of these airports at each end; we match the most convenient to your trip:
Aden, Yemen: Aden International Airport.
Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates: Zayed International Airport and Al Bateen Executive Airport.
| Aden International Airport | Zayed International Airport | |
|---|---|---|
| Code | OYAA / ADE | OMAA / AUH |
| Longest hard runway | 10,171 ft | 13,471 ft |
| Surface | Asphalt | Asphalt |
| Field elevation | 7 ft | 88 ft |
All 16 aircraft we quote for Aden to Abu Dhabi can use both airfields and fly the route non-stop. Aden International Airport has 10,171 ft and Zayed International Airport 13,471 ft, both comfortably beyond the 6,000 ft the largest types here need, so field length is not what decides the aircraft on this route — cabin size and range are. At 1,640 km it is close to the limit for the shortest-legged aircraft here, the Embraer Phenom 100EV at 2,180 km.
Alternates within range: Ma'asheeq Presidential Palace Heliport · Aden International Stadium Heliport · Al Bateen Executive Airport (10,499 ft, 19 km) · Yas Island Seaplane Base · Yas Marina Heliport · Yas Marina Circuit Heliport
We work exclusively with operators who hold the correct certifications and maintenance records for the routes they fly.
Fast responses matter when schedules shift. We turn around most Aden–Abu Dhabi quote requests within 60 minutes.
Airline schedules are fixed; yours doesn't have to be. Depart Aden–Abu Dhabi when the time is right.
Those 2h 27m are uninterrupted time — work, rest, or simply arrive ready.
The Aden to Abu Dhabi route is a popular international private-jet path for both business travellers and leisure flyers seeking direct access without commercial schedules.
As a guide, charter ranges US$24,000 – US$66,500 one-way — from a midsize jet (Cessna Citation XLS+) at the lower end. Final pricing depends on dates, group size and availability.
About 2h 27m gate to gate over 1,640 km (1,019 miles), similar both ways; larger jets are marginally faster.
This sector is mainly served by Midsize Jet, Super Midsize Jet. We lead with a midsize jet for the best balance of cost, cabin and range.
Yes — we handle last-minute Aden–Abu Dhabi charters, often with as little as 4 hours' notice, subject to aircraft and crew availability.
Yes. Our Aden–Abu Dhabi charters are dog- and pet-friendly with in-cabin access — note your pet in the enquiry.
Of course: Abu Dhabi to Aden runs on the same aircraft and pricing, so round trips are straightforward.
