Cheap flights from Abu Dhabi to El Nido, Palawan from £331

Cheap flights from Abu Dhabi to El Nido, Palawan from £331

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3 stops
Thu, Aug 6
Abu Dhabi AUHEl Nido, Palawan ENI
£331
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3 stops
Fri, Aug 7
Abu Dhabi AUHEl Nido, Palawan ENI
£369
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3 stops
Sun, Aug 2
Abu Dhabi AUHEl Nido, Palawan ENI
£372
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3 stops
Fri, Aug 7
Abu Dhabi AUHEl Nido, Palawan ENI
£386
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Mon, Aug 3
Abu Dhabi AUHEl Nido, Palawan ENI
£390
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3 stops
Thu, Aug 6
Abu Dhabi AUHEl Nido, Palawan ENI
£406
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2 stops
Thu, Aug 6 – Tue, Aug 11
Abu Dhabi AUHEl Nido, Palawan ENI
£699
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2 stops
Thu, Aug 6 – Tue, Aug 11
Abu Dhabi AUHEl Nido, Palawan ENI
£712
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3 stops
Thu, Aug 6 – Tue, Aug 11
Abu Dhabi AUHEl Nido, Palawan ENI
£763
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Thu, Aug 6 – Thu, Aug 13
Abu Dhabi AUHEl Nido, Palawan ENI
£767
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3 stops
Thu, Aug 6 – Thu, Aug 13
Abu Dhabi AUHEl Nido, Palawan ENI
£772
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Fri, Aug 7 – Tue, Aug 11
Abu Dhabi AUHEl Nido, Palawan ENI
£818
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How much do flights to El Nido, Palawan cost?

Cheapest one-way trip

£331

Cheapest round-trip

£699

Average round-trip

£802

Includes rare itinerary

Travel hack

Most popular airline

CebGo

Getting from El Nido airport to the city center

Fastest options: tricycle or van transfer. Budget travelers often choose shared shuttles or walking for nearby accommodations.

El Nido is served by El Nido Airport (ENI), also known as Lio Airport, located approximately 4 km north of El Nido town proper. This small regional airport provides airport transfers to city center destinations primarily via tricycles, vans, and hotel shuttles. Due to the compact nature of El Nido and limited public transport infrastructure, most travelers rely on pre-arranged transfers or tricycles. Journey times are generally short but can vary depending on road conditions and accommodation location within the town.

Transport Option

Typical Time

Typical Cost

Frequency

Best For

10-15 min

PHP 150–250 (~$2.50–4.50 USD); price may vary by destination

on-demand (traffic dependent)

quick, affordable transfers

10-20 min

PHP 0–500 (~$0–9 USD); often complimentary with booking

scheduled with flights (traffic dependent)

resort guests

10-15 min

₱500 – ₱1,000; PHP 500–1,000 (~$9–18 USD); per vehicle

pre-booked (traffic dependent)

groups or families

15-25 min

PHP 200–350 (~$3.50–6 USD); per person

aligned with flight arrivals (traffic dependent)

budget solo travelers

8-12 min

PHP 100–200 (~$1.75–3.50 USD); for light luggage only

on-demand (traffic dependent)

solo travelers, light bags

Notes:

  • Prices in PHP; table created in 2025 and subject to change.
  • El Nido Airport is a small regional airport with limited facilities; pre-arranging transfers is recommended.
  • Tricycles are the most common local transport; agree on fare before departure.
  • Road conditions between the airport and town can be rough, especially during rainy season.
  • We recommend checking official transport websites and contacting your accommodation for transfer arrangements.

Updated: December 2025

Key info about flying to El Nido, Palawan

Depart from
Zayed International Airport
Arrive to
El Nido
Average flights per week
294
Flight distance

Check-in for a flight from Abu Dhabi to El Nido, Palawan

NameCarrier codeIATA CodePassport needed during booking
CebGoSRQDGNo
Etihad AirwaysETDEYNo
Cebu PacificCEB5JNo
Air India LimitedAICAIYes
IndiGo AirlinesIGO6ENo

Online check-in is not available for these airlines.

Weather in El Nido, Palawan

Average Weather

MonthAverage monthly max temperatureAverage monthly min temperature
January28°C26°C
February28°C26°C
March28°C26°C
April29°C27°C
May30°C27°C
June29°C27°C
July29°C26°C
August29°C26°C
September29°C26°C
October29°C26°C
November29°C27°C
December28°C26°C
Hottest Month
30°C
May
Coldest month
26°C
February
Sunny days
181
days per year

14 day forecast

Monday
13 Jul
36%
30°C28°C
20 Jul
50%
29°C28°C
Tuesday
14 Jul
76%
30°C27°C
21 Jul
77%
30°C28°C
Wednesday
15 Jul
71%
30°C27°C
22 Jul
72%
30°C28°C
Thursday
16 Jul
78%
30°C27°C
23 Jul
82%
29°C26°C
Friday
17 Jul
78%
30°C27°C
24 Jul
81%
28°C26°C
Saturday
18 Jul
75%
30°C27°C
25 Jul
65%
30°C27°C
Sunday
19 Jul
70%
30°C28°C
26 Jul
72%
30°C27°C
The most popular airlines for this route are CebGo, Etihad Airways, Cebu Pacific, Air India Limited, and IndiGo Airlines. Abu Dhabi and El Nido, Palawan have 294 direct flights per week.

Frequently asked questions

What are the most popular routes to and from Abu Dhabi?
Travelers frequently search for route combinations, such as Abu Dhabi and London, Manchester, Jeddah, Amman, Medina, Birmingham, Cairo, Baku, Kutaisi, Colombo, Tashkent, Vienna, Riyadh, Mumbai, Larnaca, Dammam, Kochi, Istanbul, Glasgow, Belfast.
What are the most popular routes to and from El Nido, Palawan?
Travelers frequently search for route combinations, such as El Nido, Palawan and Manila, Caticlan, Cebu, Busuanga, Palawan, London, Del Carmen, Angeles, Panglao, Singapore, Hong Kong, Bali, Bangkok, Tokyo, Denpasar, Taipei, Ho Chi Minh City, Phuket City, Sydney, Legazpi, Kuala Lumpur.
Which airports are there in Abu Dhabi?
Abu Dhabi is mainly served by Zayed International Airport. But there are other airports nearby, including Abu Dhabi Yas Island SPB.
What airports are near Abu Dhabi?
The main airport in Abu Dhabi is Zayed International Airport. It is also served by Dubai International, Sharjah International, Al Ain International, Al Maktoum International, Ras Al Khaimah International, Sohar.
Which airlines fly between Abu Dhabi and El Nido, Palawan?
Currently, you can fly between Abu Dhabi and El Nido, Palawan with CebGo, Etihad Airways, Cebu Pacific, Air India Limited, IndiGo Airlines.
When’s the best time to travel between Abu Dhabi and El Nido, Palawan?
If you don’t have specific dates for your trip between Abu Dhabi and El Nido, Palawan, you can enter a date range into the departure and return fields. Most carriers on the Kiwi.com website allow you to search and book up to six months from the day of your search. Order the search results by the best, cheapest, or fastest route, or find the cheapest outbound and return combination in the pricing table.
What flights operate between Abu Dhabi and El Nido, Palawan?
Traveling between Abu Dhabi and El Nido, Palawan, you can choose between direct (nonstop) flights or flights with one or more stops. You can select the number of stops on your journey, including an overnight stopover, and the duration of the stopover. What’s more, you can also select where you want to have your stopover. Want to say "Hi" to a friend in another city en route to your destination? Or fancy a quick round of shopping? Go Multi-City or Nomad and add places to your search that you wish to visit.
How many airports are there near Abu Dhabi?
There are a number of airports in and around Abu Dhabi. The main one is Zayed International Airport and other nearby airports include Dubai International, Sharjah International, Al Ain International, Al Maktoum International, Ras Al Khaimah International, Sohar
What time do nonstop (direct) flights between Abu Dhabi and El Nido, Palawan depart?
This depends on the airline’s flight schedule. You can easily select your preferred departure time when you search on our website or mobile app. Choose the time of day you wish to depart from Abu Dhabi, such as morning, afternoon, evening, or night, or select the exact hours for departure.
What time do nonstop (direct) flights between Abu Dhabi and El Nido, Palawan arrive?
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What time do flights between Abu Dhabi and El Nido, Palawan arrive?

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