The 2025 Formula 1 season concludes at Yas Marina Circuit for the Abu Dhabi Grand Prix. Known for its smooth surface, tight technical sectors and illuminated night setting, the venue traditionally offers strong strategic variation and close qualifying battles.
This year carries added weight, as the drivers’ championship will be decided here between Max Verstappen and Lando Norris. Image: Formula 1 ©
Below is the full 2025 Abu Dhabi GP session schedule with local times, alongside UK, US Eastern Time and Paris, Brussels conversions.
Abu Dhabi GP 2025 schedule and time
| Session | Local (UAE) | UK | US (ET) | Paris, Brussels |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Practice 1 | Fri, Dec 5, 13:30 – 14:30 | 09:30 – 10:30 | 04:30 – 05:30 | 10:30 – 11:30 |
| Practice 2 | Fri, Dec 5, 17:00 – 18:00 | 13:00 – 14:00 | 08:00 – 09:00 | 14:00 – 15:00 |
| Practice 3 | Sat, Dec 6, 14:30 – 15:30 | 10:30 – 11:30 | 05:30 – 06:30 | 11:30 – 12:30 |
| Qualifying | Sat, Dec 6, 18:00 – 19:00 | 14:00 – 15:00 | 09:00 – 10:00 | 15:00 – 16:00 |
| Race | Sun, Dec 7, 17:00 | 13:00 | 08:00 | 14:00 |
How to watch the 2025 Abu Dhabi GP
The race will air live on Sky Sports F1 in the UK, ESPN in the US, and Canal+ in France. Fans in Belgium can follow coverage on RTBF. F1 TV Pro also streams the full weekend for eligible regions.
Support series this weekend
The season finale features Formula 2 and Formula 3, both concluding their own championship battles at Yas Marina. Track action runs throughout Friday and Saturday before the final Grand Prix of the year.
FAQ – 2025 Abu Dhabi Grand Prix
When is the 2025 Abu Dhabi GP?
The event takes place from December 5 to December 7, with the Grand Prix starting at 17:00 local time on Sunday.
Where is the race held?
The race is hosted at Yas Marina Circuit on Yas Island in Abu Dhabi. The track is known for its mix of low and medium-speed corners, long back straight and dramatic sunset-to-night transition.
How long is the race?
The Grand Prix typically lasts around 90 minutes, covering about 305 kilometres over a full race distance.