Abu Dhabi International Airport to Abu Dhabi

Bus A1 (Abu Dhabi Mobility / ITC)

24/7 airport bus linking Abu Dhabi Zayed International Airport (Terminal A curbside) with central Abu Dhabi, serving Al Danah, Al Zahiyah and Abu Dhabi Central Bus Station; typical journey 45–60 minutes and flat fare about AED 4 using Hafilat card. Operates roughly every 30–40 minutes; check ITC journey planner or Google Maps for exact times, especially late at night.

Bus A2 (Abu Dhabi Mobility / ITC)

Airport shuttle-style route connecting AUH terminals with central Abu Dhabi areas including Al Nahyan and Abu Dhabi Central Bus Station, overlapping much of the A1 corridor. Runs from early morning until late night with headways around 30 minutes; verify exact first/last buses and stops in the ITC or Abu Dhabi Mobility apps.

Bus N2 Night Service (Abu Dhabi Mobility / ITC)

Night bus between AUH and Abu Dhabi Central Bus Station via key central stops such as Mariam Bint Said Mosque and Gold Centre, complementing daytime A‑routes. Operates roughly 23:40–05:40 with about 40–60 minute intervals; intended for late-night/early-morning flights so passengers should confirm times for their specific night.

Official Abu Dhabi Airport Taxi

Metered taxis wait outside Terminal A and provide 24/7 direct service to central Abu Dhabi (Corniche, Al Danah, Al Zahiyah) in about 25–35 minutes. An airport pickup surcharge applies and typical fares to downtown are around AED 70–100 depending on traffic and exact destination.

Careem / Uber from AUH

App-based rides (Careem and Uber) can be ordered from designated pickup points at Terminal A for direct trips to central Abu Dhabi in about 25–35 minutes. Fares are dynamic but usually similar to or slightly above regular taxis, with possible surcharges at peak times.