Zayed International Airport

Terminal A at AUH is the fastest growing mega airport in the Middle East, Europe and Africa region, having facilitating a record 32.5 million journeys in 2025, up 12.6% from a year earlier.

Terminal A at AUH prioritises passenger experience, delivering a streamlined journey from door to destination. As the main global gateway to Abu Dhabi, it connects the capital of the UAE to more than 100 international destinations and is served by more than 30 international airlines, aided by cutting-edge-technology and biometric solutions that ensuring quick and seamless journeys.

Designed in an X-shape for optimal efficiency and passenger flow, AUH features four themed piers inspired by Abu Dhabi's desert, sea, city and oasis landscapes. It cuts water consumption by 45%, while 7,500 solar panels power a 3MW plant, saving 5,300 tonnes of carbon dioxide annually. An Advanced Surface Movement Control System, the first of its kind in the Middle East, enables aircraft to land safely in low-visibility conditions. AUH is also the first airport in the region to receive three ISO and OHSAS certifications, and is certified by the Airports Council International at Level 3 for Customer Experience and Level 2 for Accessibility Enhancement.

Across Zayed International Airport, Abu Dhabi Airports has implemented several initiatives that combine great design and technology to ensure all passengers experience world-class levels of service and comfort while visiting the capital's airport.

The Smart Travel System at AUH:

The ‘Smart Travel’ system at AUH involves 5-steps:

The innovations at AUH have transformed the passenger journey, cutting processing times by 70% — meaning shorter queues and more time to explore the airport's world-class retail, leisure and dining.