Abu Dhabi International Airport has taken its place beside the world’s top airports today offering operators, businessmen and passengers facilities they cannot find at many other international airports. The prosperous UAE economy has led to an increasing number of flights and, consequently, passenger traffic - 3.6 million in 1999 – a trend that is expected to continue well into the future, with a 20% increase forecast for 2000.

As a key crossroads of the Gulf, Abu Dhabi, capital of the United Arab Emirates, is geographically well-placed to be a centre for trade. A total of 38 passenger airlines and cargo carriers serving 85 destinations now use Abu Dhabi International Airport, with an average of 350 flights a week, that peaks to 400 in Summer.

An important element of Abu Dhabi International Airport’s success story is its award-winning Duty Free shopping complex that comprises 29 outlets, including two in the Arrival Section. Opened in early 1985 and with nearly 65,000 items on sale today, it is a world leader in design, service and value - claims borne out by the numerous international awards won by Abu Dhabi Duty Free.

Abu Dhabi International Airport’s open skies policy with low fuel costs and high yield, make it a very attractive hub for international airlines, offering 36 check-in counters, 3 VIP lounges with business centres, 3,500 square metres of Duty Free shopping, a runway equipped with ILS CAT 3B, a landing docking system, 28 parking pays, a full range aircraft maintenance company and a 24-hour award-winning catering company on the premises.

In addition, Abu Dhabi International Airport offers numerous unusual and innovative facilities for passengers, including an 18-hole sand golf course 400 metres from the terminal, Golden Class Meet-and-Assist service, City Terminal downtown check-in facility, luxurious airport hotel with 5-star restaurant, gym, sauna, jacuzzi, children’s play area, VIP lounge and business centre with internet access.

For more information, please visit the Abu Dhabi International Airport website at www.dcaauh.gov.ae