Abu Dhabi Grand Prix

The Yas Marina Circuit is the traditional season finale, famous for its "twilight" start—beginning in the sunlight and ending under floodlights. Designed by Hermann Tilke and built on a man-made island, it features a unique pit-lane exit that passes through a tunnel under the track. The layout was remodeled in 2021 to be faster and more flowing, removing several chicanes to encourage the dramatic title-deciding overtakes that the circuit is now famous for.

Yas Marina Circuit

Below are the lead-in prices for both General Admission and Grandstands for 1-day (Sunday) and 3-day (Weekend) passes for the 2026 season in GBP (£).

Sunday-only tickets are often 70-80% of the cost of the full 3-day weekend. Prices correct as of 5th February 2026.

Airlines: Fly into Abu Dhabi International (AUH) or Dubai International (DXB). Dubai is about a 90-minute drive away.

Trains: There is currently no passenger rail between the cities.

Roads:The E11 and E10 motorways connect the airport and the city to Yas Island.

Local Transport: Complimentary Yas Express shuttle buses connect all hotels and theme parks on the island to the circuit. Taxis are plentiful and relatively affordable.

Fan Culture, Viewing & Weather

Fan Culture: The "End of School" vibe. As the final race, the atmosphere is celebratory. The post-race concerts at Etihad Park are legendary.

Best Viewing: West Grandstand at the end of the long straight. It offers a front-row seat to the heavy braking and overtaking into Turn 6.

Weather: Perfect autumn weather. November/December in the UAE is dry and clear, with temperatures around 25°C—ideal for watching racing.

Previous winners and podium finishers at this circuit (since 2017)

Showing last 10 seasons