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Cheap flights from Chicago to Abu Dhabi from AED 1,652

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 6/1. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
CHI — AUH
3 Sep — 10 Sep1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags
Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Chicago to Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl are usually found in February or January, booked 64 days in advance, depart on a Monday or Saturday and return on a Friday

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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 4 August 2026.

Thu 8/1019:20 -
1 stop16h 55m
Thu 15/1022:45 -
1 stop25h 20m
Deal found 31/7AED 2,629
Wed 9/919:20 -
1 stop24h 05m
Tue 22/905:45 -
1 stop18h 20m
Deal found 1/8AED 2,644
Mon 14/919:20 -
1 stop24h 05m
Mon 21/923:45 -
1 stop24h 20m
Deal found 31/7AED 2,648
Wed 16/919:20 -
1 stop24h 05m
Wed 23/923:45 -
1 stop24h 20m
Deal found 2/8AED 2,670
Tue 15/919:20 -
1 stop24h 05m
Tue 22/923:45 -
1 stop24h 20m
Deal found 1/8AED 2,699
Mon 14/908:15 -
2 stops25h 55m
Sun 20/902:10 -
2 stops27h 20m
Deal found 31/7AED 4,164
Tue 1/906:40 -
2 stops27h 30m
Mon 7/902:10 -
2 stops27h 45m
Deal found 2/8AED 4,300
Wed 19/808:45 -
2 stops36h 25m
Thu 3/902:10 -
2 stops28h 55m
Deal found 3/8AED 4,366
Wed 19/808:45 -
2 stops25h 25m
Sun 13/902:10 -
2 stops27h 15m
Deal found 3/8AED 4,462
Thu 17/911:35 -
2 stops22h 35m
Wed 23/902:10 -
2 stops28h 50m
Deal found 31/7AED 4,682
Sun 16/806:00 -
2 stops39h 10m
Sun 30/802:10 -
2 stops28h 50m
Deal found 4/8AED 4,862
Fri 11/911:35 -
2 stops22h 35m
Sun 27/902:10 -
2 stops28h 50m
Deal found 4/8AED 4,902

Find 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 4 August 2026.

Round-trip from

AED 2,629

One-way from

AED 1,652

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

February

Average price

AED 4,172

Good round-trip deal

AED 5,576 or less

Good one-way deal

AED 1,866 or less
Qatar Airways
  • Qatar Airways
  • 8/10-15/10
  • 2 total stops
  • 42h 15m total
  • Chicago to Abu Dhabi
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6/1
  • 6/1
  • 3 total stops
  • 41h 25m total
  • Chicago to Abu Dhabi
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 15% potential increase in price (AED 2,450 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 6% potential price decrease (AED 888 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Average for round-trip flights in August 2026
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Price to beat on a round-trip flight from Chicago (CHI) to Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl.
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Price

Cheapest return flight

ChicagoAbu Dhabi

ORD - AUH

ORDAUH

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 9/9

19:20-04:25

1 stop24h 05m

Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

Tue 22/9

05:45-15:05

1 stop18h 20m

AED 2,644

ChicagoAbu Dhabi

ORD - AUH

ORDAUH

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 15/9

19:20-22:15

1 stop17h 55m

Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

Tue 22/9

22:45-15:05

1 stop25h 20m

AED 2,794

ChicagoAbu Dhabi

ORD - AUH

ORDAUH

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mon 19/10

11:25-00:25

1 stop28h 00m

Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

Wed 21/10

01:30-09:40

1 stop17h 10m

AED 3,048

ChicagoAbu Dhabi

ORD - AUH

ORDAUH

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sat 19/9

19:20-22:15

1 stop17h 55m

Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

Wed 23/9

23:45-15:05

1 stop24h 20m

AED 3,393
Fastest return journey

ChicagoAbu Dhabi

ORD - AUH

ORDAUH

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mon 19/10

20:25-19:00

Nonstop13h 35m

Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

Thu 22/10

10:05-15:45

Nonstop14h 40m

AED 3,848

ChicagoAbu Dhabi

ORD - AUH

ORDAUH

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Fri 28/8

19:20-22:15

1 stop17h 55m

Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

Sat 5/9

23:45-15:55

2 stops25h 10m

AED 3,892

ChicagoAbu Dhabi

ORD - AUH

ORDAUH

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sun 30/8

19:20-22:15

1 stop17h 55m

Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

Sat 5/9

23:45-15:55

2 stops25h 10m

AED 3,948

ChicagoAbu Dhabi

ORD - AUH

ORDAUH

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 16/9

20:25-19:00

Nonstop13h 35m

Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

Tue 22/9

03:35-14:20

1 stop19h 45m

AED 3,970

ChicagoAbu Dhabi

ORD - AUH

ORDAUH

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sat 19/9

20:25-19:00

Nonstop13h 35m

Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

Wed 23/9

10:00-15:40

Nonstop14h 40m

AED 4,032

ChicagoAbu Dhabi

ORD - AUH

ORDAUH

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Fri 11/9

09:38-13:00

1 stop18h 22m

Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

Tue 29/9

10:00-15:40

Nonstop14h 40m

AED 4,120

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Best time to book a flight from Chicago to Abu Dhabi

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Chicago to Abu Dhabi

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Chicago to Abu Dhabi?

Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Chicago to Abu Dhabi (average of AED 2,916). Flying from Chicago to Abu Dhabi in December is currently the most expensive (average of AED 6,353). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

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 4 August 2026.

When flying from Chicago to Abu Dhabi, the time of day you decide to fly out makes little to no difference towards the overall price you’ll pay on tickets.

How much does it cost for a return flight from Chicago to Abu Dhabi?

Airfare is below average for this route at the moment.
Chicago to Abu Dhabi flights typically cost between AED 3,992 and AED 4,315 in October.
The cheapest return price found within the last 5 days was AED 2,629 on Qatar Airways (8 Oct–15 Oct).

How far ahead should I book a flight from Chicago to Abu Dhabi?

Booking 18 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights from Chicago to Abu Dhabi. The general trend is that the closer you book to the departure date, the more expensive your flight will be.

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 4 August 2026.
See what other customers who have flown with Etihad Airways from Chicago to Abu Dhabi have to say. You can also see how each airline compares in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Etihad Airways
7.3
Good
1,498 reviews
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Boarding

7.5

Food

7.1

Entertainment

7.2

Comfort

7.3

Crew

7.8

Overall

7.3

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Angelie,Jul 2026

MNL - AUH

The cabin crew were kind, helpful, and polite. However, my flight from Abu Dhabi to Frankfurt was delayed, causing me to miss my connecting flight. As a result, my journey was significantly extended, leading to a much longer travel time than originally scheduled. I didnt get a compensation like food and accommodation.
Etihad Airways
7.3
Good
1,498 reviews
Etihad Airways
7.3
Good
1,498 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

7.5

Food

7.1

Entertainment

7.2

Comfort

7.3

Crew

7.8

Overall

7.3

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Angelie,Jul 2026

MNL - AUH

The cabin crew were kind, helpful, and polite. However, my flight from Abu Dhabi to Frankfurt was delayed, causing me to miss my connecting flight. As a result, my journey was significantly extended, leading to a much longer travel time than originally scheduled. I didnt get a compensation like food and accommodation.

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 1 inbound flight from Chicago per day. You should also have plenty of airline options to choose from since 1 airline has 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.

  • How long is the flight from Chicago to Abu Dhabi?

    Departing from Chicago to Abu Dhabi will take you 13h 35m. The distance from Chicago to Abu Dhabi is about 11679 km. Both multi-stop and direct flights can be found to your destination and back.

  • What is the cheapest airline to fly 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 3,011 on this airline. Etihad Airways is priced at 20% lower than the current average price of a flight leaving 3 months from now.

  • What are the cheapest flights from Chicago to Abu Dhabi?

    The cheapest flight price from Chicago to Abu Dhabi is AED 1,866. On average you can expect to pay AED 3,794. The most popular route, (Chicago O'Hare Intl - Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl), can usually be booked for AED 2,655.

  • 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.

  • What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Chicago to Abu Dhabi?

    Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Chicago to Abu Dhabi (average of AED 2,916). Flying from Chicago to Abu Dhabi in December is currently the most expensive (average of AED 6,353). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

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Etihad AirwaysCheapestAED 3,011AverageAED 6,153FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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