As the beating heart of the UAE, Abu Dhabi International Airport is busy, to say the least. It’s a hub for both business and leisure travellers, with more than 30 airlines flying to over 100 destinations across the globe. The airport itself is divided up into three terminals covering a sprawling 8,500-acre footprint, so it pays to know which one to head towards.

For business travellers or passengers with long layovers, the wider Abu Dhabi International Airport area is peppered with hotels. Given its status as a global travel hub, Abu Dhabi International Airport is filled with opportunities to shop, dine and relax. For well-heeled travellers, the airport is home to some of the most luxurious lounges, rivalling the likes of Paris, London and New York.

The airport is just 30 kilometres east of Abu Dhabi city, which makes it a short taxi ride. For passengers wanting to check in downtown, the airport operates an ultra-convenient check-in facility in Abu Dhabi city. Most high-end hotels are also happy to arrange pick-ups and drop-offs.

Over the years Abu Dhabi International Airport has undergone multiple expansions and redevelopments. Today, it steps up as the second largest in the UAE, servicing around 20 million passengers a year.