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Cheap flights from Illinois to Abu Dhabi from AED 1,564

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 28/10. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
ORD — AUH
23 Aug — 30 Aug1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

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Cheapest flights from Illinois to Abu Dhabi
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Illinois to Abu Dhabi. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 24 July 2026.

Thu 27/820:25
ORD
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AUH
Nonstop13h 30m
Etihad Airways
Fri 11/910:00
AUH
-
ORD
Nonstop14h 40m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 23/7AED 2,222
Fri 4/914:00
ORD
-
AUH
Nonstop13h 30m
Etihad Airways
Sat 26/902:55
AUH
-
ORD
Nonstop14h 40m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 22/7AED 2,376
Wed 7/1021:10
ORD
-
AUH
Nonstop13h 30m
Etihad Airways
Mon 19/1002:55
AUH
-
ORD
Nonstop14h 40m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 19/7AED 2,449
Thu 20/820:25
ORD
-
AUH
Nonstop13h 30m
Etihad Airways
Mon 31/810:00
AUH
-
ORD
Nonstop14h 40m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 20/7AED 2,464
Fri 11/911:25
ORD
-
AUH
1 stop28h 00m
Turkish Airlines
Mon 28/901:30
AUH
-
ORD
1 stop17h 10m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 22/7AED 2,570
Fri 14/820:25
ORD
-
AUH
Nonstop13h 30m
Etihad Airways
Sun 23/810:00
AUH
-
ORD
Nonstop14h 40m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 20/7AED 2,640
Mon 7/919:20
ORD
-
AUH
1 stop16h 55m
Qatar Airways
Mon 14/923:45
AUH
-
ORD
1 stop24h 20m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 23/7AED 2,655
Thu 13/820:25
ORD
-
AUH
Nonstop13h 30m
Etihad Airways
Sun 23/810:00
AUH
-
ORD
Nonstop14h 40m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 20/7AED 2,710
Wed 12/820:25
ORD
-
AUH
Nonstop13h 30m
Etihad Airways
Thu 20/810:00
AUH
-
ORD
Nonstop14h 40m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 22/7AED 2,721
Thu 13/820:25
ORD
-
AUH
Nonstop13h 30m
Etihad Airways
Thu 20/810:00
AUH
-
ORD
Nonstop14h 40m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 22/7AED 2,743
Sat 15/820:25
ORD
-
AUH
Nonstop13h 30m
Etihad Airways
Thu 20/810:00
AUH
-
ORD
Nonstop14h 40m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 22/7AED 2,747
Wed 16/920:10
ORD
-
AUH
1 stop19h 15m
Turkish Airlines
Tue 29/901:30
AUH
-
ORD
1 stop17h 10m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 21/7AED 2,754

Find flight deals from Illinois to Abu Dhabi

Keep the following information in mind while searching for Illinois to Abu Dhabi flight deals. Data was last updated 24 July 2026.

Round-trip from

AED 2,222

One-way from

AED 1,564

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

February

Average price

AED 4,058

Good round-trip deal

AED 5,576 or less

Good one-way deal

AED 1,866 or less
Etihad Airways
  • Etihad Airways
  • 27/8-11/9
  • Nonstop
  • 28h 10m total
  • Illinois to Abu Dhabi
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28/10
  • 28/10
  • 3 total stops
  • 39h 45m total
  • Illinois to Abu Dhabi
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 15% potential increase in price (AED 2,475 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 6% potential price decrease (AED 892 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Average for round-trip flights in July 2026
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Price to beat on a round-trip flight from Illinois to Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl.
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Price to beat on a one-way flight from Illinois to Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl.
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ChicagoAbu Dhabi

ORD - AUH

ORDAUH

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sun 11/10

20:10-00:25

1 stop19h 15m

Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

Sat 17/10

01:30-09:40

1 stop17h 10m

AED 2,570

ChicagoAbu Dhabi

ORD - AUH

ORDAUH

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Fri 11/9

11:25-00:25

1 stop28h 00m

Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

Mon 28/9

01:30-09:40

1 stop17h 10m

AED 2,570
Fastest return journey

ChicagoAbu Dhabi

ORD - AUH

ORDAUH

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mon 10/8

20:25-18:55

Nonstop13h 30m

Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

Thu 20/8

02:55-08:35

Nonstop14h 40m

AED 3,114

ChicagoAbu Dhabi

ORD - AUH

ORDAUH

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Thu 27/8

06:00-14:05

2 stops23h 05m

Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

Fri 11/9

15:00-17:03

2 stops35h 03m

AED 3,459

ChicagoAbu Dhabi

ORD - AUH

ORDAUH

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Thu 13/8

11:01-13:00

1 stop16h 59m

Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

Thu 20/8

02:55-08:35

Nonstop14h 40m

AED 4,039

ChicagoAbu Dhabi

ORD - AUH

ORDAUH

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Fri 14/8

19:20-22:15

1 stop17h 55m

Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

Sun 23/8

22:45-15:05

1 stop25h 20m

AED 4,267

ChicagoAbu Dhabi

ORD - AUH

ORDAUH

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 7/10

19:25-03:55

3 stops23h 30m

Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

Tue 20/10

20:30-16:10

3 stops28h 40m

AED 4,281

ChicagoAbu Dhabi

ORD - AUH

ORDAUH

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mon 19/10

06:10-22:45

2 stops31h 35m

Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

Fri 23/10

15:00-17:16

2 stops35h 16m

AED 4,311

ChicagoAbu Dhabi

ORD - AUH

ORDAUH

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Thu 10/9

21:10-19:40

Nonstop13h 30m

Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

Mon 14/9

10:00-15:40

Nonstop14h 40m

AED 4,465

ChicagoAbu Dhabi

MDW - AUH

MDWAUH

Chicago Midway

Fri 14/8

08:15-06:10

2 stops36h 55m

Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

Wed 19/8

02:10-22:00

2 stops28h 50m

AED 4,854

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Best time to book a flight from Illinois to Abu Dhabi

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

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

Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Illinois to Abu Dhabi (average of AED 2,916). Flying from Illinois to Abu Dhabi in December is currently the most expensive (average of AED 6,382). 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 IL to AUH?

Find hourly flight availability from Illinois 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 24 July 2026.

When flying from Illinois 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.

Weekly flight availability from Illinois to Abu Dhabi

Explore weekly flight availability from Illinois 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 24 July 2026.

The most flights from USIL 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).

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

Airfare is below average for this route at the moment.
Illinois to Abu Dhabi flights typically cost between AED 3,420 and AED 4,034 in August.
The cheapest return price found within the last 5 days was AED 2,222 on Etihad Airways (27 Aug–11 Sep).

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

Booking 86 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights from Illinois to Abu Dhabi. The general trend is that the closer you book to the departure date, the more expensive your flight will be.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Illinois 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 Illinois?

    Most people fly into Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl (AUH) if they book a flight to Abu Dhabi from Illinois. Zayed Intl is conveniently located just 28.0 km from Abu Dhabi’s city centre.

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

    For as low as AED 3,114, Turkish Airlines can have you in Abu Dhabi from Illinois in 13h 30m. The distance from Illinois to Abu Dhabi is about 11679 km. Both multi-stop and direct flights can be found to your destination and back.

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

    Looking at all options, your cheapest flight can be booked for AED 1,522. While the most popular route (Chicago O'Hare Intl - Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl) can be booked for AED 2,222 on average, our data indicates AED 3,794 when flying from Illinois to Abu Dhabi.

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

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

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Illinois 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 Illinois to Abu Dhabi?

    Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Illinois to Abu Dhabi (average of AED 2,916). Flying from Illinois to Abu Dhabi in December is currently the most expensive (average of AED 6,382). 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 6,152FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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