Can I find cheaper flights to Chicago if I am willing to have stopovers?

Yes, flights with stopovers are often cheaper than direct flights. Keep an eye out for flight deals to Chicago on Cheapflights that require 1 or 2 stops for potential cost savings.

What is the best airline to fly to Chicago?

Based on reviews from Cheapflights users, United Airlines is rated the highest out of the airlines that fly to Chicago.

What is the cheapest airport to fly to in Chicago?

Chicago Midway is currently the cheapest airport to fly to in Chicago. One-way flights to Chicago Midway typically cost AED 659, while return flights cost around AED 1,336.

How much is a return flight to Chicago?

A return flight to Chicago will typically cost around AED 1,373, however they can be found for as little as AED 1,336.

Where does the fastest flight to Chicago depart from?

For those looking to save time traveling to Chicago, Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl offers the quickest one-way flight (14 hours 40 minutes).

Does Chicago O'Hare Intl have rental cars?

Yes. Those touching down at Chicago O'Hare Intl can take advantage of the car hire services offered upon their arrival.

Are there hotels close to Chicago O'Hare Intl?

Yes. Chicago O'Hare Intl has hotels nearby for those requiring accommodations. Hilton Chicago O'Hare Airport is the closest property to Chicago O'Hare Intl (0.0 km away from Chicago O'Hare Intl).

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29/9-6/10
4 total stops
47h 22m total
Dubai to Chicago

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28h 50m total
Dubai to Chicago

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Dubai Intl

Tue 29/9

04:05-21:37

2 stops26h 32m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 6/10

06:10-12:00

2 stops20h 50m

AED 2,963

DubaiChicago

DXB Dubai Intl - ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl

DXBORD

Dubai Intl

Sat 30/1

01:50-12:40

1 stop20h 50m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 3/2

16:10-22:25

1 stop20h 15m

AED 3,151

DubaiChicago

DXB Dubai Intl - ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl

DXBORD

Dubai Intl

Mon 8/2

01:50-16:15

1 stop24h 25m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sat 13/2

21:50-07:30

1 stop23h 40m

AED 3,173

DubaiChicago

DXB Dubai Intl - ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl

DXBORD

Dubai Intl

Mon 8/2

01:30-16:37

2 stops25h 07m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sat 13/2

20:50-19:45

1 stop36h 55m

AED 3,242

DubaiChicago

DXB Dubai Intl - ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl

DXBORD

Dubai Intl

Sat 3/10

12:50-08:35

2 stops28h 45m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sat 10/10

20:00-12:20

1 stop31h 20m

AED 3,698

DubaiChicago

DXB Dubai Intl - MDW Chicago Midway

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Dubai Intl

Fri 2/10

00:40-22:44

2 stops31h 04m

Chicago Midway

Sat 10/10

09:29-22:35

2 stops28h 06m

AED 3,933

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DXB Dubai Intl - MDW Chicago Midway

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Fri 29/1

01:55-16:25

2 stops24h 30m

Chicago Midway

Sat 6/2

13:00-00:01

2 stops25h 01m

AED 3,951

DubaiChicago

DXB Dubai Intl - ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl

DXBORD

Dubai Intl

Wed 2/9

00:40-09:26

2 stops41h 46m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mon 14/9

19:30-22:35

2 stops42h 05m

AED 4,050

DubaiChicago

DXB Dubai Intl - MDW Chicago Midway

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Dubai Intl

Sat 19/12

01:55-22:10

2 stops30h 15m

Chicago Midway

Sat 9/1

13:00-00:01

2 stops25h 01m

AED 4,212

DubaiChicago

DXB Dubai Intl - MDW Chicago Midway

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Dubai Intl

Thu 10/12

20:30-12:05

2 stops25h 35m

Chicago Midway

Fri 1/1

15:30-01:10

2 stops23h 40m

AED 4,373

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How long is the flight to Chicago?

On average, a flight from Dubai to Chicago takes 19 hours 6 minutes. Flights to Chicago from other popular cities in United Arab Emirates will vary in length. Below are a few examples of popular routes and their flight times.

Weekly flight availability to Chicago

The most flights from Dubai to Chicago 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).

What are the most popular airlines that fly to Chicago?

The most popular airlines flying from Dubai to Chicago are United Airlines, Emirates and Qatar Airways.

What are the cheapest airlines that fly to Chicago?

The cheapest airlines flying from Dubai to Chicago are United Airlines, Qatar Airways and Emirates.

Rainfall in Chicago by month

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Chicago ranges from 43.0 - 125.0 mm per month. August is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 125.0 mm. January is typically the driest time to visit Chicago when rainfall is around 43.0 mm.

Temperature in Chicago by month

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Chicago, 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 23.0 C. Travellers hoping to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around -5.0 C).

Reviews of airlines servicing Chicago

See what other customers who have flown with Emirates,KLM, andQatar Airways to the United States have to say. You can also see how each airline compares in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

Emirates

8.1

Very Good

3,658 reviews

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1 / 20

8.0

Excellent

Anonymous,Jul 2026

DXB - SEA

It wasn’t the same Emirates like years back in 2015 I had the experience. Unfortunately it’s been changed to the worst.

Emirates

8.1

Very Good

3,658 reviews

Emirates

8.1

Very Good

3,658 reviews

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1 / 20

8.0

Excellent

Anonymous,Jul 2026

DXB - SEA

It wasn’t the same Emirates like years back in 2015 I had the experience. Unfortunately it’s been changed to the worst.

KLM

7.8

Good

1,560 reviews

Emirates

8.1

Very Good

3,658 reviews

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1 / 20

8.0

Excellent

Anonymous,Jul 2026

DXB - SEA

It wasn’t the same Emirates like years back in 2015 I had the experience. Unfortunately it’s been changed to the worst.

Qatar Airways

7.4

Good

3,737 reviews

Emirates

8.1

Very Good

3,658 reviews

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1 / 20

8.0

Excellent

Anonymous,Jul 2026

DXB - SEA

It wasn’t the same Emirates like years back in 2015 I had the experience. Unfortunately it’s been changed to the worst.

Turkish Airlines

7.4

Good

4,476 reviews

Emirates

8.1

Very Good

3,658 reviews

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Reviews

1 / 20

8.0

Excellent

Anonymous,Jul 2026

DXB - SEA

It wasn’t the same Emirates like years back in 2015 I had the experience. Unfortunately it’s been changed to the worst.

United Airlines

7.4

Good

10,101 reviews

Emirates

8.1

Very Good

3,658 reviews

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Reviews

1 / 20

8.0

Excellent

Anonymous,Jul 2026

DXB - SEA

It wasn’t the same Emirates like years back in 2015 I had the experience. Unfortunately it’s been changed to the worst.

FAQs about flying to Chicago

Can I find cheaper flights to Chicago if I am willing to have stopovers?
Yes, flights with stopovers are often cheaper than direct flights. Keep an eye out for flight deals to Chicago on Cheapflights that require 1 or 2 stops for potential cost savings.
What is the best airline to fly to Chicago?
Based on reviews from Cheapflights users, United Airlines is rated the highest out of the airlines that fly to Chicago.
What is the cheapest airport to fly to in Chicago?
Chicago Midway is currently the cheapest airport to fly to in Chicago. One-way flights to Chicago Midway typically cost AED 659, while return flights cost around AED 1,336.
How much is a return flight to Chicago?
A return flight to Chicago will typically cost around AED 1,373, however they can be found for as little as AED 1,336.
Where does the fastest flight to Chicago depart from?
For those looking to save time traveling to Chicago, Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl offers the quickest one-way flight (14 hours 40 minutes).
Does Chicago O'Hare Intl have rental cars?
Yes. Those touching down at Chicago O'Hare Intl can take advantage of the car hire services offered upon their arrival.
Are there hotels close to Chicago O'Hare Intl?
Yes. Chicago O'Hare Intl has hotels nearby for those requiring accommodations. Hilton Chicago O'Hare Airport is the closest property to Chicago O'Hare Intl (0.0 km away from Chicago O'Hare Intl).

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On average, a flight from Dubai to Chicago takes 19 hours 6 minutes. Flights to Chicago from other popular cities in United Arab Emirates will vary in length. Below are a few examples of popular routes and their flight times.

Weekly flight availability to Chicago

The most flights from Dubai to Chicago 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).

What are the most popular airlines that fly to Chicago?

The most popular airlines flying from Dubai to Chicago are United Airlines, Emirates and Qatar Airways.

What are the cheapest airlines that fly to Chicago?

The cheapest airlines flying from Dubai to Chicago are United Airlines, Qatar Airways and Emirates.

Rainfall in Chicago by month

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

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Chicago ranges from 43.0 - 125.0 mm per month. August is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 125.0 mm. January is typically the driest time to visit Chicago when rainfall is around 43.0 mm.

Temperature in Chicago by month

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

Reviews of airlines servicing Chicago

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