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Cheap flights from Chicago to Abu Dhabi from AED 1,524

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 8/4. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
CHI — AUH
27 Feb — 6 Mar1
1 adult

Cheap flight deals from Chicago to Abu Dhabi

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Chicago (CHI) to Abu Dhabi (AUH). Learn about various techniques such as flexible date searches, comparing prices across and setting up price alerts. Use these methods to find the cheapest flights available for your travel needs. Data last updated 22 February 2025.

Round-trip from

AED 3,034

One-way from

AED 1,524

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

April

Average price

AED 4,058
Etihad Airways
  • Etihad Airways
  • 16/4-28/4
  • Nonstop
  • 28h 10m total
  • Chicago to Abu Dhabi
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8/4
  • 8/4
  • 3 total stops
  • 54h 41m total
  • Chicago to Abu Dhabi
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 9% potential increase in price (AED 1,700 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 4% potential price decrease (AED 705 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Cheapest flights from Chicago to Abu Dhabi
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Chicago to Abu Dhabi. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 22 February 2025.

Wed 16/413:55ORD - AUH
Nonstop13h 25mEtihad Airways
Mon 28/403:10AUH - ORD
Nonstop14h 45mEtihad Airways
Deal found 21/2AED 3,034
Wed 9/411:25ORD - AUH
1 stop33h 50mTurkish Airlines
Wed 16/407:15AUH - ORD
1 stop35h 25mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 21/2AED 3,063
Mon 7/411:25ORD - AUH
2 stops27h 45mMultiple Airlines
Mon 14/412:40AUH - ORD
2 stops30h 00mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 21/2AED 3,405
Tue 8/421:40ORD - AUH
2 stops36h 50mLufthansa
Mon 14/402:15AUH - ORD
1 stop25h 00mLufthansa
Deal found 21/2AED 3,772
Sat 15/318:50ORD - AUH
1 stop23h 30mRoyal Jordanian
Sun 23/307:05AUH - ORD
1 stop18h 10mRoyal Jordanian
Deal found 21/2AED 3,823
Tue 8/419:20ORD - AUH
1 stop24h 05mQatar Airways
Tue 15/417:40AUH - ORD
2 stops32h 59mQatar Airways
Deal found 21/2AED 3,922
Tue 1/419:50ORD - AUH
2 stops45h 55mIndiGo
Mon 7/403:45AUH - ORD
2 stops47h 10mIndiGo
Deal found 21/2AED 4,062

Find flights from Chicago to Abu Dhabi within your budget

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Chicago

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Abu Dhabi

Route

Departure

Return

Price

ChicagoAbu Dhabi

ORD - AUH

ORDAUH

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 16/4

13:55-12:20

Nonstop13h 25m

Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

Mon 28/4

03:10-08:55

Nonstop14h 45m

AED 3,034

ChicagoAbu Dhabi

ORD - AUH

ORDAUH

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 9/4

11:25-06:15

1 stop33h 50m

Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

Wed 16/4

07:15-09:40

1 stop35h 25m

AED 3,063

ChicagoAbu Dhabi

ORD - AUH

ORDAUH

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Fri 7/3

18:50-03:20

1 stop22h 30m

Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

Fri 14/3

07:05-16:15

1 stop18h 10m

AED 3,225

ChicagoAbu Dhabi

ORD - AUH

ORDAUH

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mon 7/4

11:25-00:10

2 stops27h 45m

Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

Mon 14/4

12:40-09:40

2 stops30h 00m

AED 3,405

ChicagoAbu Dhabi

ORD - AUH

ORDAUH

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 8/4

21:40-19:30

2 stops36h 50m

Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

Mon 14/4

02:15-18:15

1 stop25h 00m

AED 3,772

ChicagoAbu Dhabi

ORD - AUH

ORDAUH

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 8/4

19:20-04:25

1 stop24h 05m

Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

Tue 15/4

17:40-17:39

2 stops32h 59m

AED 3,922

ChicagoAbu Dhabi

ORD - AUH

ORDAUH

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 1/4

19:50-02:45

2 stops45h 55m

Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

Mon 7/4

03:45-17:55

2 stops47h 10m

AED 4,062

ChicagoAbu Dhabi

ORD - AUH

ORDAUH

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 8/4

09:34-01:15

3 stops54h 41m

AED 1,524

ChicagoAbu Dhabi

ORD - AUH

ORDAUH

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 4/3

19:05-21:55

1 stop16h 50m

AED 1,752

ChicagoAbu Dhabi

ORD - AUH

ORDAUH

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 4/3

13:10-12:20

Nonstop13h 10m

AED 2,046

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Travel insights for flights from Chicago to Abu Dhabi

Get recent, data-driven insights about flights from Chicago to Abu Dhabi including ideal travel times, pricing trends, and more.

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from CHI to AUH?

Find hourly flight availability from Chicago to Abu Dhabi. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated 22 February 2025.

It’s optimal to fly from Chicago to Abu Dhabi in the evening. By choosing this option you can save up to 28% on the cost of your flight, compared to a flight in the morning.

Weekly flight availability from Chicago to Abu Dhabi

Explore weekly flight availability from Chicago to Abu Dhabi. Discover flights operating on different days of the week, giving you the flexibility to choose a travel day that best fits your plans. Compare info to find the most convenient option for your journey. Data last updated 22 February 2025.

The most flights from CHI to AUH are scheduled on a Monday (2 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Monday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (2 on average).

Rainfall in Abu Dhabi by month

Plan your trip to Abu Dhabi by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Abu Dhabi ranges from 10.0 - 20.0 inches per month. February is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 20.0 mm. January is typically the driest time to visit Abu Dhabi when rainfall is around 10.0 mm.

Temperature in Abu Dhabi by month

Plan your trip to Abu Dhabi by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Abu Dhabi, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, July is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 35.0 C. Travellers hoping to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 18.0 C).

Reviews of airlines servicing Abu Dhabi

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Abu Dhabi. Read reviews, discover amenities, and learn about the overall travel experience offered by airlines. Use this information to make informed decisions when choosing an airline for your flight to Abu Dhabi. Reviews last updated 22 February 2025.
To help decide which airline to fly from Chicago to Abu Dhabi, see what other customers have to say about SWISS, Qatar Airways and Etihad Airways. You can also see how each airline compares in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
SWISS
7.5
Good
1,566 reviews
Check prices

Overall

7.5

Boarding

7.6

Entertainment

6.7

Crew

8.2

Food

7.0

Comfort

7.3

Reviews

1 / 20

6.0
Good

Yvette,Nov 2024

BOS - ZRH

Food was not very good and the options were poor. The seat wasn't very comfortable. I would not choose to fly on this airline again. Their website was also difficult to navigate.

SWISS
7.5
Good
1,566 reviews
SWISS
7.5
Good
1,566 reviews
Check prices

Overall

7.5

Boarding

7.6

Entertainment

6.7

Crew

8.2

Food

7.0

Comfort

7.3

Reviews

1 / 20

6.0
Good

Yvette,Nov 2024

BOS - ZRH

Food was not very good and the options were poor. The seat wasn't very comfortable. I would not choose to fly on this airline again. Their website was also difficult to navigate.

Qatar Airways
7.4
Good
3,609 reviews
SWISS
7.5
Good
1,566 reviews
Check prices

Overall

7.5

Boarding

7.6

Entertainment

6.7

Crew

8.2

Food

7.0

Comfort

7.3

Reviews

1 / 20

6.0
Good

Yvette,Nov 2024

BOS - ZRH

Food was not very good and the options were poor. The seat wasn't very comfortable. I would not choose to fly on this airline again. Their website was also difficult to navigate.

Etihad Airways
7.4
Good
1,179 reviews
SWISS
7.5
Good
1,566 reviews
Check prices

Overall

7.5

Boarding

7.6

Entertainment

6.7

Crew

8.2

Food

7.0

Comfort

7.3

Reviews

1 / 20

6.0
Good

Yvette,Nov 2024

BOS - ZRH

Food was not very good and the options were poor. The seat wasn't very comfortable. I would not choose to fly on this airline again. Their website was also difficult to navigate.

Turkish Airlines
7.3
Good
3,825 reviews
SWISS
7.5
Good
1,566 reviews
Check prices

Overall

7.5

Boarding

7.6

Entertainment

6.7

Crew

8.2

Food

7.0

Comfort

7.3

Reviews

1 / 20

6.0
Good

Yvette,Nov 2024

BOS - ZRH

Food was not very good and the options were poor. The seat wasn't very comfortable. I would not choose to fly on this airline again. Their website was also difficult to navigate.

Gulf Air
7.1
Good
205 reviews
SWISS
7.5
Good
1,566 reviews
Check prices

Overall

7.5

Boarding

7.6

Entertainment

6.7

Crew

8.2

Food

7.0

Comfort

7.3

Reviews

1 / 20

6.0
Good

Yvette,Nov 2024

BOS - ZRH

Food was not very good and the options were poor. The seat wasn't very comfortable. I would not choose to fly on this airline again. Their website was also difficult to navigate.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Chicago to Abu Dhabi. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

  • What airport do you fly into for flights to Abu Dhabi from Chicago?

    Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl (AUH) is the airport you will fly into if you book a flight from Chicago to Abu Dhabi. You should not have trouble finding flights to Zayed Intl from Chicago; the airport handles an average of 2 inbound flights from Chicago per day. You should also have plenty of airline options to choose from since 0 airlines have flights to the Abu Dhabi airport from Chicago. It is only a 28.0 km journey from Zayed Intl (AUH) to Abu Dhabi’s city centre.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Chicago to Abu Dhabi round-trip?

    Our cheapest airline available from Chicago to Abu Dhabi is Etihad Airways. Our recent data shows that you can find tickets from as low as AED 3,034 on this airline. Additional options worth looking into are Turkish Airlines and Royal Jordanian, starting at AED 3,063 and AED 3,225 round-trip. Etihad Airways is priced at 30% lower than the current average price of a flight leaving 3 months from now.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Chicago to Abu Dhabi one-way?

    The cheapet airlines for a one-way flight from Chicago to Abu Dhabi are Qatar Airways (AED 1,752), Etihad Airways (AED 2,046), and IndiGo (AED 2,171).

  • Can I find deals for flights from Chicago to Abu Dhabi that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on Chicago to Abu Dhabi flights, Cheapflights offers holiday packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from Chicago to Abu Dhabi?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from Chicago to Abu Dhabi.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Chicago to Abu Dhabi?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Chicago to Abu Dhabi by cabin class. In addition to browsing deals, you can also filter by cabin class on the search results page after making a search.

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