Cheap flights from Chicago to Abu Dhabi from AED 1,359

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 10/1. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
CHI — AUH
26 Jan — 2 Feb1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Chicago to Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl are usually found in March or September, booked 42 days in advance, depart on a Monday or Tuesday and return on a Saturday

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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 27 December 2025.

Sat 27/1220:20ORD - AUH
1 stop24h 40mTurkish Airlines
Tue 6/107:55AUH - ORD
1 stop36h 10mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 25/12AED 4,594
Sat 27/1209:45ORD - AUH
1 stop31h 25mEthiopian Air
Mon 5/104:25AUH - ORD
2 stops37h 15mEthiopian Air
Deal found 25/12AED 4,957
Sat 27/1213:10ORD - AUH
Nonstop13h 20mMultiple Airlines
Tue 6/107:55AUH - ORD
1 stop36h 10mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 25/12AED 5,049
Mon 29/1213:10ORD - AUH
Nonstop13h 20mEtihad Airways
Sun 4/102:35AUH - ORD
Nonstop15h 00mEtihad Airways
Deal found 27/12AED 5,097
Sat 27/1213:10ORD - AUH
Nonstop13h 20mEtihad Airways
Mon 5/102:35AUH - ORD
Nonstop15h 00mEtihad Airways
Deal found 25/12AED 5,446
Sun 28/1213:10ORD - AUH
Nonstop13h 20mMultiple Airlines
Wed 7/118:15AUH - ORD
3 stops58h 01mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 25/12AED 5,585
Thu 25/1218:50ORD - AUH
1 stop23h 00mQatar Airways
Fri 23/123:40AUH - ORD
1 stop24h 50mQatar Airways
Deal found 24/12AED 5,765
Sun 28/1213:10ORD - AUH
Nonstop13h 20mEtihad Airways
Tue 6/102:35AUH - ORD
Nonstop15h 00mEtihad Airways
Deal found 25/12AED 5,861
Thu 25/1212:50ORD - AUH
2 stops20h 45mMultiple Airlines
Fri 23/108:20AUH - ORD
2 stops35h 45mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 24/12AED 6,158
Mon 29/1209:45ORD - AUH
1 stop23h 40mEthiopian Air
Mon 5/108:55AUH - ORD
2 stops32h 45mEthiopian Air
Deal found 26/12AED 6,268

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 27 December 2025.

Round-trip from

AED 2,923

One-way from

AED 1,359

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

March

Average price

AED 6,426

Good round-trip deal

AED 6,144 or less
Etihad Airways
  • Etihad Airways
  • 29/3-3/4
  • Nonstop
  • 28h 15m total
  • Chicago to Abu Dhabi
10/1
  • 10/1
  • 3 total stops
  • 51h 42m total
  • Chicago to Abu Dhabi
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 10% potential increase in price (AED 1,818 potential increase over avg. return price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 5% potential price decrease (AED 779 potential savings vs. average return price).
Average for round-trip flights in December 2025
Price to beat on a round-trip flight from Chicago (CHI) to Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl.

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Chicago

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Abu Dhabi

Route

Departure

Return

Price

ChicagoAbu Dhabi

ORD - AUH

ORDAUH

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sat 17/1

11:50-01:20

1 stop27h 30m

Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

Mon 9/2

02:20-18:25

1 stop26h 05m

AED 2,941

ChicagoAbu Dhabi

ORD - AUH

ORDAUH

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sun 29/3

20:10-00:25

1 stop19h 15m

Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

Wed 1/4

01:30-18:15

1 stop25h 45m

AED 2,945

ChicagoAbu Dhabi

ORD - AUH

ORDAUH

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 22/4

14:00-12:25

Nonstop13h 25m

Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

Tue 28/4

02:55-08:45

Nonstop14h 50m

AED 2,949

ChicagoAbu Dhabi

ORD - AUH

ORDAUH

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sun 22/2

11:50-01:20

1 stop27h 30m

Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

Wed 25/2

02:20-18:25

1 stop26h 05m

AED 2,956

ChicagoAbu Dhabi

ORD - AUH

ORDAUH

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sun 18/1

11:50-06:35

1 stop32h 45m

Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

Fri 30/1

02:20-10:05

1 stop17h 45m

AED 3,055

ChicagoAbu Dhabi

ORD - AUH

ORDAUH

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sat 17/1

13:10-12:30

Nonstop13h 20m

Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

Wed 11/2

02:35-07:35

Nonstop15h 00m

AED 3,184

ChicagoAbu Dhabi

ORD - AUH

ORDAUH

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sat 17/1

13:10-12:30

Nonstop13h 20m

Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

Sat 7/2

02:35-07:35

Nonstop15h 00m

AED 3,184

ChicagoAbu Dhabi

ORD - AUH

ORDAUH

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sat 17/1

11:50-07:00

1 stop33h 10m

Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

Fri 6/2

02:20-18:25

1 stop26h 05m

AED 3,195

ChicagoAbu Dhabi

ORD - AUH

ORDAUH

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sun 25/1

13:10-12:30

Nonstop13h 20m

Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

Sat 31/1

02:35-07:35

Nonstop15h 00m

AED 3,272

ChicagoAbu Dhabi

ORD - AUH

ORDAUH

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sat 28/3

20:10-00:25

1 stop19h 15m

Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

Fri 3/4

01:30-09:40

1 stop17h 10m

AED 3,353

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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

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a return flight from Chicago to Abu Dhabi. Price data was last updated on 19 December 2025.

Booking 41 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.

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

Currently, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Chicago to Abu Dhabi (average of AED 2,060). Flying from Chicago to Abu Dhabi in June is currently the most expensive (average of AED 3,239). 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 27 December 2025.

It’s optimal to fly from Chicago to Abu Dhabi in the evening. By choosing this option you can save up to 60% 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 27 December 2025.

The most flights from CHI to AUH are scheduled on a Monday (1 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Monday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (1 on average).

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

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 27 December 2025.
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.

Comfort

7.3

Food

7.2

Entertainment

7.3

Crew

7.8

Overall

7.4

Boarding

7.6

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Nov 2025

AMD - AUH

Etihad charged me for 2 check in bags. On Kayak search results price was showing 2 check in bags were included. Kayak need to reimburse me for these additional charges and metal agony and distress. Thanks.

Comfort

7.3

Food

7.2

Entertainment

7.3

Crew

7.8

Overall

7.4

Boarding

7.6

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Nov 2025

AMD - AUH

Etihad charged me for 2 check in bags. On Kayak search results price was showing 2 check in bags were included. Kayak need to reimburse me for these additional charges and metal agony and distress. Thanks.

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 25m. 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 26% 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 4,862. On average you can expect to pay AED 6,144. The most popular route, (Chicago O'Hare Intl - Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl), can usually be booked for AED 2,493.

  • 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, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Chicago to Abu Dhabi (average of AED 2,060). Flying from Chicago to Abu Dhabi in June is currently the most expensive (average of AED 3,239). 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 6,144FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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