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Cheapest return flight
£230
Typical prices: £435-£710
Multiple Airlines
Fri 23/11Thu 29/11
EDI - AUH • 3 stops
Cheapest direct flights
£530
Typical prices: £457-£738
Etihad Airways
Wed 28/11Fri 7/12
LHR - AUH • Direct
Direct flights
You can fly direct with Etihad Airways. Average duration is 7h 01m
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Most flights • 43 per week
Best reviews • 7.3 score
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Cheapest • 25% average savings
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Our data shows that travellers who book at least 24 weeks in advance save around 16% compared to booking last minute.
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Cheap Flights to Abu Dhabi

 
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Recent return flight deals to Abu Dhabi

Mon, 23 Nov - Sun, 29 Nov
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22:35 - 02:50EDI  Edinburgh Turnhouse-AUH Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl
24h 15m3 stops London Stansted Bergamo Orio Al Serio Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen
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03:55 - 10:55AUH  Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl-EDI Edinburgh Turnhouse
11h 00m1 stop Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen
£230Multiple Airlines
Mon, 23 Nov - Sun, 29 Nov
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22:35 - 02:50EDI  Edinburgh Turnhouse-AUH Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl
24h 15m3 stops London Stansted Bergamo Orio Al Serio Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen
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03:55 - 21:35AUH  Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl-EDI Edinburgh Turnhouse
21h 40m2 stops Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen Dublin
£235Multiple Airlines
Fri, 20 Nov - Sat, 5 Dec
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08:05 - 02:50BHX  Birmingham-AUH Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl
14h 45m1 stop Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen
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03:55 - 11:55AUH  Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl-BHX Birmingham
12h 00m1 stop Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen
£282Pegasus Airlines
Mon, 23 Nov - Sun, 29 Nov
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12:00 - 02:50EDI  Edinburgh Turnhouse-AUH Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl
10h 50m1 stop Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen
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03:55 - 10:55AUH  Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl-EDI Edinburgh Turnhouse
11h 00m1 stop Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen
£284Pegasus Airlines
Sun, 8 Nov - Sat, 14 Nov
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21:40 - 18:45LHR  London Heathrow-AUH Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl
17h 05m1 stop Manama Bahrain Intl
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07:40 - 06:35AUH  Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl-LHR London Heathrow
26h 55m1 stop Manama Bahrain Intl
£373Gulf Air
Sat, 14 Nov - Tue, 17 Nov
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21:40 - 18:45LHR  London Heathrow-AUH Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl
17h 05m1 stop Manama Bahrain Intl
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19:55 - 06:35AUH  Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl-LHR London Heathrow
14h 40m1 stop Manama Bahrain Intl
£374Gulf Air
Mon, 23 Nov - Fri, 27 Nov
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11:20 - 01:30LHR  London Heathrow-AUH Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl
10h 10m1 stop Istanbul
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07:40 - 14:55AUH  Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl-LHR London Heathrow
11h 15m1 stop Istanbul
£406Turkish Airlines
Sat, 9 Jan - Wed, 13 Jan
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14:40 - 04:05MAN  Manchester-AUH Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl
9h 25m1 stop Amman Queen Alia Intl
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06:35 - 13:30AUH  Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl-MAN Manchester
10h 55m1 stop Amman Queen Alia Intl
£440Royal Jordanian
Wed, 9 Dec - Wed, 16 Dec
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14:40 - 04:15MAN  Manchester-AUH Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl
9h 35m1 stop Amman Queen Alia Intl
Royal Jordanian Logo
06:35 - 13:30AUH  Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl-MAN Manchester
10h 55m1 stop Amman Queen Alia Intl
£456Royal Jordanian
Tue, 10 Nov - Sun, 29 Nov
Turkish Airlines Logo
16:55 - 06:45MAN  Manchester-AUH Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl
9h 50m1 stop Istanbul
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07:40 - 15:50AUH  Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl-MAN Manchester
12h 10m1 stop Istanbul
£492Turkish Airlines
Booking Insights

Price, demand, and travel trends for flights to Abu Dhabi

Use KAYAK data on prices, travel dates, airlines, and seasonal trends to compare options and book flights with more confidence.

What is the cheapest flight to Abu Dhabi?

Edinburgh to Abu Dhabi is the cheapest route at £230 return, found in the past 5 days on KAYAK. London Heathrow Airport to Abu Dhabi is the most popular connection with return deals from £373.

How much is a flight to Abu Dhabi?

On average, a return flight from the United Kingdom to Abu Dhabi costs £552, based on KAYAK data over the past 12 months. Return fares from Bristol average £413, while Belfast Intl Airport runs a bit higher at £467.

What is the cheapest day to fly to Abu Dhabi?

Monday is the cheapest day to fly to Abu Dhabi at £519 return on average over the past 12 months on KAYAK. Friday is the most expensive at £599.

What is the cheapest month to fly to Abu Dhabi?

•January is the cheapest month to fly to Abu Dhabi with an average price of £420 return.
•December (£720) and August (£656) are the most expensive.
•Based on KAYAK data over the past 12 months.

What is the cheapest time of day to fly to Abu Dhabi?

Afternoon flights to Abu Dhabi are the cheapest at £515 return on average. Morning flights are the most expensive at £581.

What is a good deal for flights to Abu Dhabi?

Flights under £435 are considered a good deal. 25% of KAYAK users found return flights to Abu Dhabi at or below these prices, with the lowest fares from:
•Belfast Intl Airport £281
•Bristol £370
•London £414.

When are flights to Abu Dhabi the cheapest?

Flights to Abu Dhabi are cheapest 24 weeks before departure. Booking in this window typically costs about 16% less than the average last-minute fare (within 2 weeks of the flight), based on KAYAK data.

Key details for flights to Abu Dhabi

Low season

May

Cheapest flight

£88
Beat the crowds with an average 36% drop in traveller numbers.
The most popular month to fly with an average 13% increase in traveller numbers.
One-way flight from London Stansted Airport to Abu Dhabi

When to book flights to Abu Dhabi

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel to Abu Dhabi based on our flight data from the last year. Discover the cheapest month and even day to fly.
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Your questions about flights to Abu Dhabi, answered

Find helpful route details based on KAYAK data, including flight times, airports, airlines, and booking questions.

  • How do I know if a flight to Abu Dhabi is a good deal?

    A good deal on a flight to Abu Dhabi is around £435 return. This fare is in the lowest 25% of return flight prices searched on KAYAK, averaged across the cities most often searched as origins by KAYAK users.

  • How long are direct flights to Abu Dhabi from different departure cities?

    Direct flight time to Abu Dhabi varies depending on your departure city:

    • From London: 6h 50m
    • From Manchester: 7h 05m

  • Which city has the cheapest flights to Abu Dhabi?

    Based on fares booked in the past 5 days, the cheapest flights to Abu Dhabi are from London, starting at £373 return.

  • How expensive are last-minute flights to Abu Dhabi?

    Last-minute fares to Abu Dhabi (booked within two weeks of departure) are typically 8% higher than the average return fare of £552.

  • What is the difference between the most popular and the most frequent airline at Abu Dhabi?

    Etihad Airways operates the most flights from the United Kingdom to Abu Dhabi at 43 per week, and for this route Etihad Airways is also the airline most often selected by KAYAK users searching for flights from the United Kingdom to Abu Dhabi. The two are sometimes different because flight volume reflects an airline's schedule, while popularity reflects traveller choice.

  • Which airlines should I consider for flights to Abu Dhabi?

  • How many flights serve Abu Dhabi?

    Abu Dhabi receives 6 flights per day and 43 per week from across the world. London has the most flights to Abu Dhabi with 28 weekly flights.

  • How do I travel from Abu Dhabi Airport to the city?

    The most convenient public transport into the city from the airport is the A1 bus service. The bus runs from the curb side outside Terminals 1, 2 and 3 and outside the airport cargo building. The service takes approximately 45 minutes, stopping throughout the city and terminating at the Old Fish Market near NYU Abu Dhabi. Alternatively, if you’re flying Air Etihad, you can use the free coach service into the city, which you can book online through the airline website.

  • Are there any passenger lounges at Abu Dhabi Airport?

    For those travelling through Terminal 3, you can find premium Etihad Lounge services that cater to First Class and Business Class passengers. Terminal 1 has the Al Reem and Al Dhabi lounges, which are both pay-to-enter for 173.25 AED – 367.50 AED (approximately £36 - £75) depending on the service and length of your stay.

  • What accommodation options are there near Abu Dhabi Airport?

    If you’re looking for a hotel on the airport site, you can find the Premier Inn Hotel across from Terminals 1 and 3, accessible through the Skypark Retail Corridor. If you want to be even closer, or if you have a long transit at the airport, you can stay at the Aerotel in Terminal 1 after passport control and security. You can also find hotels within 10 minutes of the airport, such as the Marriot Hotel Al Forsan or the Crowne Plaza Yas Island, which both offer airport shuttles back to the airport.

  • What additional assistance services are available at Abu Dhabi Airport?

    For those travelling with reduced mobility, it is recommended that you inform your airline directly ahead of your flight. However, if you are looking for additional assistance, you can arrange various Meet & Assist Services to help you from your flight until your departure from the airport. Alternatively, you can find porters in the baggage claim area to simply help you with your bags for 15 AED (approximately £3).

  • Do I need a visa to visit Abu Dhabi?

    UK travellers flying to Abu Dhabi can get a visa on arrival. You should get this visa stamped as you pass through Immigration services, and this will allow you to legally stay in the United Arab Emirates for up to 30 days. You must also have a valid British Passport to show at Immigration. Your passport must be valid for at least six months after the date that you arrive in Abu Dhabi.

  • Can I lower my carbon footprint on flights to Abu Dhabi?

    If you want to reduce your carbon emissions on long-haul flights, you can use KAYAK’s handy C02 filter to find the most fuel-efficient routes. For Abu Dhabi flights, you can lower your overall carbon output if you fly from London Heathrow with Egypt Air or with Turkish Airlines. Flights on these routes take just over 10h and usually involve one stopover before you land in Abu Dhabi. Choosing low-carbon flights may also slightly increase your travel costs.

Your guide to booking Abu Dhabi flights

From booking to airport arrival, find tips to help you plan your flight with more confidence.
  • For the best chance at a low fare to Abu Dhabi, book around 24 weeks before departure. Based on KAYAK data from the last 12 months, fares are historically about 16% lower during this window than last-minute fares.
  • For flights to Abu Dhabi, a good return fare is around £435. If you find a fare below that, you're getting a strong deal.
  • If your travel dates are flexible, consider flying to Abu Dhabi in January. Return fares historically average £420, making January the cheapest month to travel based on KAYAK data from the last 12 months.
  • Before you book:

    • Check the route's typical price range so you can spot a deal.
    • Confirm baggage fees and seat selection costs on budget carriers.
    • Verify whether you need any travel documents beyond an ID.
    • Pick a departure airport, since your nearest may not be the cheapest origin.
  • Shift your departure to midday to save up to £66 on a return flight. Midday flights to Abu Dhabi average £515 compared to £581 for morning flights.
  • Bag allowances vary by airline, fare type, cabin class, and route. On flights to Abu Dhabi, some airlines may include bags at no extra cost. For example, Etihad Airways includes a cabin bag and a checked bag in Economy class, while Lufthansa includes a cabin bag in Economy class. Always check the fare details before booking, since bag policies can change by ticket type.
  • Once you arrive in Abu Dhabi, a few great places to start are Abu Dhabi National Exhibition Centre, Yas Marina Circuit - F1, and Zayed Sports City Stadium. These are popular with first-time visitors and can give you a good feel for the area.
  • When booking your flights to Abu Dhabi, you will be able to purchase non-stop flights out of London Heathrow or Manchester airports, however flights with a connection are possible all over the country. Abu Dhabi International Airport (AUH) is not only the city’s major airport, but also one of the biggest transit airports in the world.
  • Abu Dhabi Airport is the home base for the country’s major airline, Air Etihad. Terminal 3 is dedicated to Air Etihad services and offers a range of comforts for Air Etihad passengers free of charge, including transport, entertainment and lounge passes.
  • If you’re looking to freshen up after your flight, you can find public shower facilities free of charge near departure gates 32 and 37. Alternatively, you can pay to enter the passenger lounges and use the premium shower facilities.
  • Travelling can be disruptive to your routine. For those looking for somewhere to practice their religion, you can find multi-faith prayer rooms adjacent to the bus stations just outside Terminal 3. The room offers a space that is quiet, comfortable and air conditioned.
  • For those hiring a car after their flights to Abu Dhabi, you can find the registration counters for a range of companies, including Budget, Dollar, Europcar, and Hertz, in the Skypark Plaza opposite Terminals 1 and 3.
  • If you’re feeling unwell after flights to Abu Dhabi, the airport has a medical centre where you can get treatment and advice for minor illnesses. You will find the Medical Centre at Abu Dhabi Airport inside the Terminal 1 Arrivals Terminal, near the Immigration counter.
  • Smokers landing at Abu Dhabi Airport will find designated smoking areas inside all three terminals. For Terminal 1, you will find the smoking area inside the Abu Dhabi Lounge on the ground floor, while for Terminal 2 the smoking area is located on the ground floor in the main hall. If you’re in Terminal 3, you can have a cigarette in the smoking section located on Level 2.
  • If you’re being collected by car at Abu Dhabi Airport, drivers can use the Short Stay car parks located outside the terminals. You can park outside Terminals 1 and 3 for 30min for around AED 10 (GBP 2) and outside Terminal 2 for AED 5 (GBP1).

Reviews of the top 5 airlines flying to Abu Dhabi

 
Need help choosing which airline to fly with to Abu Dhabi? KAYAK airline reviews give an overall score for each airline based on loads of factors, including comfort, boarding, in-flight entertainment and more, to make your decision easier. See airline scores according to verified KAYAK customer reviews.
7.3
Qatar AirwaysOverall score based on 3724 reviews
7.9Crew
7.5Boarding
7.3Food
7.3Comfort
7.3Entertainment
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Very lovely aircraft and crew. Seats were comfortable and the food was great and served swiftly. Delayed flight due to a passenger coming off the flight but overall a great experience

10.0 ExcellentIbrahim, Aug 2026
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Very lovely aircraft and crew. Seats were comfortable and the food was great and served swiftly. Delayed flight due to a passenger coming off the flight but overall a great experience

Terrible experience resolving missed connection after flight was delayed. 3 hour queue at transit desk, not enough staff, no organisation, worst ever flying experience.

Doha airport is huge , takes long time to reach gate .

The rows of seats in economy class are seriously close to one another making eating and resting just about impossible - there is hardly any legroom. Anyone larger than average size would have an incredibly uncomfortable flight. I had to basically share my seat with the lady passenger next to me as she was too big to fit into her allotted seat.

Food was good, attendants were friendly. Seats were not comfortable. Did not receive any amenities such as eyemask or earplugs that would have helped sleep. Additionally a large group of passengers boarded very late into boarding and were a disruption for almost the whole flight. Flight attendants did their best but the kids were making so much noise, kicking seats, and half the time no adult was sat with them so they weren’t being managed.

I staff or crew they were very friendly and humbly, they done theirs service very well, I appreciate them and thank you to the company or Qatar 🇶🇦 Government for providing as good service in their flight ,once again, thank you 😊 🙏 😀 😉 👍

Crews are very rude and unhelpful. Cramped seats in economy. Foods are useless

Lovely aircraft and I flight entertainment. Good leg room. Full flight crew struggled a bit

Check-in staff were not very pleasing and sounded to be rude, even though I hold a platinum membership. The aircraft is brand new and good. As it's a short flight no other comments.

Bus from gate to plane waited more than 30 minutes in a freezing temperatures of a/c. Plane temperature was very cold .

I was mislead in the booking thinking I was purchasing via kayak however underpricer was the ticket vendor and I did not have access to seat selection, wifi or the lounge at the airport with my business class ticket for this reason. I did know know these issues were going to occur when I bought the ticket, I was very displeased

Over all good experience. Cabin crew should have been more attentive and the food quality should improve.

The first segment from Atlanta to Abu Dhabi was fantastic, but we got downgraded to a different aircraft from Abu Dhabi to Delhi. We were supposed to be on a flatbed business class when we booked it but just about one week before travel, we were changed to A321 Neo, which just has old-fashioned business class seats that recline but don’t go flat. While I fully understand that sometimes these changes have to be made for operational reasons, but I asked for some credit or compensation for that and I did not get any anywhere with that

Luggage jandling sucks. I arrived in BLR india on 15th and luggage was delivered today 19th. I came for a business trip everything got screwed up. Poor communication. APP kept saying mishandles in BLR. It never reached BLR. I had air tag which showed luggage was in Germany. I could not reach anybody other than the airpprt people. They had no clue and asked me to call etihad. In India etihad number wasnt working.i had to call US number and that person was the only person who seemed to help. They kept me in dark. No communication or email till i spoke to the person in US.i have flown many airlines but never had this experience. For me this was first and will be last in etihad. Very bad.

The food was nice and the toilets were kept clean. I find the cabin bag policy to be ludicrous though, there's no way someone can have a small personal item and carry-on cabin bag weighing <7kg if you need to take a laptop with you, meds, and any valuables and items you can't risk to leave in a cargo bag that may get left behind

I booked tickets for a family of five and specifically paid extra to select our seats together. We spent nearly $1,000 extra (around $100 per seat) for extra legroom so we could sit near each other. However, despite paying for this, we ended up being separated on the flight. This caused a major issue for our family because my parents do not speak English and rely on me to translate and assist them during the journey. I do not understand why Etihad changed our reserved seats without explanation. I am extremely dissatisfied with this experience. I expect the airline to do better, and I am requesting a full refund for the seat selection fees we paid.

1 hour delay meant missed my connecting flight and 1st day of holiday

Etihad Check In counter/Station manager in Heathrow was bothering and not helpful at all. They are rude and not customer oriented

The business class experience is fantastic. The crew were polite but often unavailable even when I tried to call them! I even found myself bringing my used dishes and cutlery up to the crew because no one had come to collect it after over an hour.

Very very bad service very tight seats never ever flying with Etihad again

I have paid extra money for my special meal service but I received the the local food. Which is not acceptable.

More entertainment channels and better food, whatever food requirement you select.

Pretty much what you'd expect for an economy flight. The crew were excellent as usual. The food was ok, but nothing special.

Staff is rude and condescending. Airline is badly managed. They take away their flimsy earphones and blankets one hour before the lading. I’ve never experienced this with any other airline. It’s a very portly managed and run airline that should be avoided.

Very poor experience, passengers and were not social and started a troubled with other passengers and a fight erupted

I like it very much. Gulf Air is always the topper rank of the world. I love it very much.

The drinks should come before food. Unable to have any fluid unless after food. Thanks

Aircraft was new and comfertable .on time. Cabin crews, which I got english language pronounce was very difficult to understand .ovee all ok flight

The boarding at Heathrow is chaotic. That's partly due to the lack of space and seating at gate 8, and a Qatar flight from gate 9 at the same time. That's down to Heathrow rather than Gulf Air. I've had a similar experience here before. Another problem which isn't specific to Gulf Air or Heathrow is announcements, and those for boarding in particular. They are difficult to hear with all the other noise and for me with hearing problems it's even worse. A simple tv screen would help, so long as it's updated of course.

The flight was a transit and I had my boarding pass from the departure. I have talked to the check in person to set me up close to my family seats and ended up with my wife in one seat, 3 years old son in different seat and myself on different seat. very disappointing and overwhelming.

Wonderful service and comfort. Attentive and careful. The food was also better than US carriers. Highly recommend

Very good baggage check and boarding pass service at Heathrow. Boarding was well organized, given the number of passengers. Food was very good. Cabin temperature was lower than expected and we were not prepared. Overall good experience.

better seats (very uncomfortable), access to wifi was a nightmare, and food was blah.

one meal and one breakfast or sandwich instead of two meals.

Many issues arose with the plane and after 3 hours of delays, we had to return to the London airport as the plane was unfit to cross the ocean. It was highly concerning that this aircraft was in operation with so many problems.

I was upgraded to Busines Class from premium economy which was a great surprise. But......the service was not marginally better than premium economy. After the welcome on-board drink, I only saw a flight attendant twice...... when she delivered gluten free meals. In between, during a 8 hour flight, she didn't check back with me to offer water or collect trash. I had to fetch my own! The gluten free food was not good - they gave me the same meal whether I was in premium economy or business class.

Crew attentiveness and service as well as the quality of on board dining could be better. Seats and controls are very dated.

Nice lounge but had a 5 hour layover which is a lot

Cancelled flight, limited information and chaotic rebooking and accommodation provision. Apathetic crew who were more interested in taking about their layover plans than remembering passengers orders and actually bringing them (after 3 reminders). To top it off, priority baggage checked in at The Wing (LHR’s first class checkin) was delivered last to the baggage belt.

The seats on the plane and at Heathrow Airport are so uncomfortable

I resent being called a ‘guest’ of Pegasus airlines and then they refuse to give me water, because they want to sell it to me. Also, the baggage allowances are ridiculously stingy. I also resent the way staff are on the look out to catch passengers out. I would never dream of treating my ‘guests’ like Pegasus treats us.

Pegasus Airlines which is the most efficient and cost worth low cost airline all over the Europe

Flight from London was delayed and we had to hurry up to catch the connecting flight to Riyadh

Pegasus is not a very comfortable airline. They’re not in any way hospitable

It was like moving cattle around. Very abrupt, uncomfortable and not much hospitality

All good but air not give the pasing er any food even glase of water

Flight delayed by 1hr when we already boarded because someone had to get off. Leg room is terrible for 6ft people like me.

The crew was utterly non helping and non courteous.I asked for a water. The air hostess could have said it's paid . She informed me that I will come later after serving but never turned up. The seats were never comfortable.My first and last flight with Pegasus.I am not taking again

Cheap and cheerful. It’s a super cheap, no frills flight. Very professional and as it’s an A320 relatively spacious. Seats do not recline. Happy with the service. You get what you pay for. Can’t complain

I had 4 flights for less than a week and there were no delays and issues. Thanks to the crews and for perfectly organised service.

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