Flying in Abu Dhabi, UAE
There are 12 airfields within 93 miles of Abu Dhabi — the nearest is Al Bateen Executive Airport (OMAD), about 6 miles out. Daylight runs from about 13h 31m of daylight at midsummer down to about 10h 29m at midwinter, so your VFR window shifts a lot through the year. Below: the airfields nearby, the seasonal daylight and weather, and where to find the official charts.
Airfields near Abu Dhabi
Public and private airfields within 93 miles, nearest first.
Al Bateen Executive Airport
Futaysi Airport
Zayed International Airport
Al Dhafra Air Base
KIZAD Airport
Sir Abu Nu'ayr Airport
Al Maktoum International Airport
Al Minhad Air Base
Emirates Falcons Aeroclub Airport
Al Ain International Airport
Dubai International Airport
Buhasa Airport
Daylight & the VFR window
Most VFR flying happens between sunrise and sunset, so daylight length is your practical flying window. Times below are local solar time (clock times shift with your time zone and DST). Plan night currency and reserves around the short end of the year.
| Time of year | Sunrise–sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|
| June solstice (Jun 21) | 05:15–18:45 | 13h 31m |
| Equinox (Mar 20) | 06:02–17:58 | 11h 57m |
| December solstice (Dec 21) | 06:45–17:15 | 10h 29m |
Typical weather
Seasonal averages from 2021–2023. A guide to what to pack and plan for — always check current METARs, TAFs, and NOTAMs before you fly.
| Season | Avg high | Avg low | Avg wind | Wet days |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Spring | 32.6°C / 91°F | 23.8°C / 75°F | 26 km/h | 0% |
| Summer | 39.9°C / 104°F | 31.2°C / 88°F | 25 km/h | 0% |
| Autumn | 34.8°C / 95°F | 27.2°C / 81°F | 22 km/h | 1% |
| Winter | 25.1°C / 77°F | 18.6°C / 65°F | 23 km/h | 4% |
Airspace & charts
For the exact airspace classes, frequencies, restricted areas, and airfield plates around Abu Dhabi, go straight to the official sources — never plan a route off this page alone.
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