Cheap flights from Chicago to Abu Dhabi

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Useful information for finding cheap flights from Chicago to Abu Dhabi and booking your next trip
Cheapest round-trip flights $801
Royal Jordanian 1 stop 23 hr Fri, Feb 6 — Fri, Feb 20
The cheapest round-trip flight from Chicago to Abu Dhabi is currently $801
Cheapest one-way flight $445
Qatar Airways 1 stop 18 hr Wed, Jan 21
The cheapest one-way flight from Chicago to Abu Dhabi is currently $445
Cheapest nonstop flights $878
Etihad Nonstop 14 hr Fri, Jan 16 — Thu, Jan 29
The cheapest nonstop round-trip flight from Chicago to Abu Dhabi is currently $878
Last-minute weekend getaway $1,239
Ethiopian, Etihad 1 stop 24 hr Thu, Nov 20 — Sun, Nov 23
The cheapest last-minute weekend getaway from Chicago to Abu Dhabi is currently $1,239
Cheapest business class flights $4,783
British Airways 1 stop 26 hr Thu, Jan 1 — Wed, Jan 14
The cheapest business class round-trip flight from Chicago to Abu Dhabi is currently $4,783
Fastest flight 13 hr 20 min The fastest nonstop flight from Chicago to Abu Dhabi takes 13 hr 20 min
Nonstop flights Every day There are direct flights on this route every day.

When is the cheapest time to fly?

The cheapest month to fly from Chicago to Abu Dhabi is typically February. The most expensive month to fly is typically December.
February
Cheapest
Typical prices: $800–1,100
December
Most expensive
Typical prices: $1,150–2,750

Popular airlines from Chicago to Abu Dhabi

  • Etihad
    Nonstop
    from $878
    Typical price: $960–1,750
    7 weekly nonstop flights
    ORD - AUH Every day
  • Qatar Airways
    from $875
    Typical price: $1,050–2,200
    21 weekly connecting flights
    ORD - AUH Every day
  • Turkish Airlines
    from $880
    Typical price: $930–2,150
    17 weekly connecting flights
    ORD - AUH Every day
  • British Airways
    from $1,267
    Typical price: $1,450–4,000
    7 weekly connecting flights
    ORD - AUH Every day
  • Royal Jordanian
    from $801
    Typical price: $1,250–2,400
    5 weekly connecting flights
    ORD - AUH Every Mon, Wed, Fri, Sat
  • Ethiopian
    from $1,139
    Typical price: $1,200–2,150
    5 weekly connecting flights
    ORD - AUH Every Mon, Wed, Thu, Sat, Sun

Popular airports near Chicago

  • Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD)
    Chicago United States 31 min 16 mi
  • Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW)
    Chicago United States 26 min 9 mi
  • Milwaukee Mitchell International Airport (MKE)
    Milwaukee United States 1 hr 28 min 75 mi
  • Indianapolis International Airport (IND)
    Indianapolis United States 2 hr 58 min 165 mi

Popular airports near Abu Dhabi

  • Dubai International Airport (DXB)
    Dubai United Arab Emirates 1 hr 47 min 83 mi
  • Zayed International Airport (AUH)
    Abu Dhabi United Arab Emirates 25 min 17 mi
  • Sharjah International Airport (SHJ)
    Sharjah United Arab Emirates 1 hr 53 min 93 mi
  • Al Maktoum International Airport (DWC) (DWC)
    Dubai United Arab Emirates 1 hr 21 min 59 mi

Frequently asked questions about flying from Chicago to Abu Dhabi

When are the cheapest days to fly from Chicago to Abu Dhabi?
The cheapest flights from Chicago to Abu Dhabi are usually in February. Typical ticket prices in February range from $800 to $1,100.
Which airlines provide the cheapest flights from Chicago to Abu Dhabi?
The cheapest round-trip flight from Chicago to Abu Dhabi recently found on Google Flights was with Royal Jordanian from $801. The cheapest one-way flight was with Qatar Airways from $445.

Some of the cheapest round-trip deals we found with different airlines:
  • The cheapest Etihad flight from Chicago to Abu Dhabi is $878, flying from Jan 16 to Jan 29.
  • The cheapest Qatar Airways flight from Chicago to Abu Dhabi is $875, flying from Jan 22 to Feb 4.
  • The cheapest Turkish Airlines flight from Chicago to Abu Dhabi is $880, flying from Jan 22 to Feb 4.
  • The cheapest British Airways flight from Chicago to Abu Dhabi is $1,267, flying from Jan 15 to Jan 28.
  • The cheapest Royal Jordanian flight from Chicago to Abu Dhabi is $801, flying from Feb 15 to Feb 28.
  • The cheapest Ethiopian flight from Chicago to Abu Dhabi is $1,139, flying from Nov 20 to Dec 3.
What are the cheapest flights from Chicago to Abu Dhabi?
The cheapest round-trip flight from Chicago to Abu Dhabi starts at $801 from Fri, Feb 6 to Fri, Feb 20. The cheapest one-way flight starts at $445 and departs on Wed, Jan 21.
How long does it take to fly from Chicago to Abu Dhabi?
13 hr 20 min is the shortest flight time from Chicago to Abu Dhabi.
When should you fly to Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates?
Most visitors arrive Oct–Apr when the weather is warm and dry. With a desert climate, temperatures soar in the summer (Jun–Sep). Major events include the Abu Dhabi Festival (Mar) and Abu Dhabi Film Festival (Oct). The major religious holidays are Ramadan, Eid Al Fitr and Eid Al Adha (all dates vary).
How do I find cheap dates to fly from Chicago to Abu Dhabi?
It's easy to use Google Flights to find the cheapest days to fly from Chicago to Abu Dhabi.
Just click the Departure label near the top of the page to open the calendar. Choose a start date and a return date to see how the round-trip fare changes on those specific days.
Adjust the trip type to see one-way fares. The cheapest available flights are highlighted and easy to spot. Once you settle on dates, click the Search button to see flight options and book the deal.

You can also turn on price tracking to get alerts if the price changes for a route or flight.
What is the best airline to fly from Chicago to Abu Dhabi?
What counts as the best airline for your flights from Chicago to Abu Dhabi really depends on your individual needs. You may have a favorite carrier or a loyalty program you like, but price, convenience, and airports served also come into play. Flexibility and booking terms – Can you change flights if you want to stay longer or get a refund if you have to postpone your trip? – are also factors that help determine which airline is best to fly from Chicago to Abu Dhabi.

In terms of nonstop flights, Etihad is the most popular. Etihad offers 7 nonstop flights per week. Etihad flies from Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD) to Zayed International Airport (AUH) .

In terms of flights, Qatar Airways is the most popular. Qatar Airways offers 21 connecting flights per week. Qatar Airways flies from Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD) to Zayed International Airport (AUH) .

Other popular airlines flying from Chicago to Abu Dhabi are:
  • Turkish Airlines offers 17 connecting flights per week. Turkish Airlines flies from Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD) to Zayed International Airport (AUH) .
  • British Airways offers 7 connecting flights per week. British Airways flies from Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD) to Zayed International Airport (AUH) .
  • Royal Jordanian offers 5 connecting flights per week. Royal Jordanian flies from Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD) to Zayed International Airport (AUH) .
  • Ethiopian offers 5 connecting flights per week. Ethiopian flies from Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD) to Zayed International Airport (AUH) .
The number of connecting flights refers to distinct flights with at least one stop between Chicago and Abu Dhabi.
Which airlines provide the cheapest flights from Chicago to Abu Dhabi?
The cheapest round-trip flight from Chicago to Abu Dhabi recently found on Google Flights was with Royal Jordanian from $801. The cheapest one-way flight was with Qatar Airways from $445.

Some of the cheapest round-trip deals we found with different airlines:
  • The cheapest Etihad flight from Chicago to Abu Dhabi is $878, flying from Jan 16 to Jan 29.
  • The cheapest Qatar Airways flight from Chicago to Abu Dhabi is $875, flying from Jan 22 to Feb 4.
  • The cheapest Turkish Airlines flight from Chicago to Abu Dhabi is $880, flying from Jan 22 to Feb 4.
  • The cheapest British Airways flight from Chicago to Abu Dhabi is $1,267, flying from Jan 15 to Jan 28.
  • The cheapest Royal Jordanian flight from Chicago to Abu Dhabi is $801, flying from Feb 15 to Feb 28.
  • The cheapest Ethiopian flight from Chicago to Abu Dhabi is $1,139, flying from Nov 20 to Dec 3.
Which airlines have direct flights from Chicago to Abu Dhabi?
Etihad flies direct from Chicago to Abu Dhabi.
  • There are 7 Etihad direct flights from Chicago to Abu Dhabi per week. Flights are available every day.
Use the Stops filter while searching for flights, to see only nonstop options in your results.
Which airline provides the cheapest last-minute getaway flight from Chicago to Abu Dhabi?
The cheapest last-minute deal between Chicago and Abu Dhabi at price $1,239 is offered by Ethiopian, Etihad from Thu, Nov 20 to Sun, Nov 23.
Which airlines have direct flights from Chicago to Abu Dhabi?
Etihad flies direct from Chicago to Abu Dhabi.
  • There are 7 Etihad direct flights from Chicago to Abu Dhabi per week. Flights are available every day.
Use the Stops filter while searching for flights, to see only nonstop options in your results.
When are direct flights from Chicago to Abu Dhabi available?
There are direct flights from Chicago to Abu Dhabi on a daily basis.
What are the cheapest direct flights from Chicago to Abu Dhabi?
The cheapest direct (nonstop) round-trip flights between Chicago and Abu Dhabi start at $878 from Fri, Jan 16 to Thu, Jan 29 with Etihad.
How can I find nonstop flights from Chicago to Abu Dhabi?
It's easy to find nonstop flights with Google Flights! Once you've searched for flights from Chicago to Abu Dhabi, just select the nonstop flights only option in the 'Stops’ filter in the search form and view all available direct flights and their prices.
What are the cheapest business class flights from Chicago to Abu Dhabi?
The cheapest business class round-trip flights between Chicago and Abu Dhabi start at $4,783 from Thu, Jan 1 to Wed, Jan 14 with British Airways.
What are the cheapest economy class flights from Chicago to Abu Dhabi?
The cheapest economy class round-trip flights between Chicago and Abu Dhabi start at $801 from Fri, Feb 6 to Fri, Feb 20.
How can I book business class trips from Chicago to Abu Dhabi?
To book business class trips from Chicago to Abu Dhabi, look for the default Economy selection at the top, and change it to your desired cabin class such as Premium Economy, Business Class, or First Class. You can then select your departure and arrival dates, consider available options, and book your business travel.

You can also adjust the trip type to view one-way fares.
Are there any last-minute deals from Chicago to Abu Dhabi next weekend?
The best last-minute getaway deal for the next weekend between Chicago and Abu Dhabi starts at $1,239 from Thu, Nov 20 to Sun, Nov 23 with Ethiopian, Etihad.
Which airline provides the cheapest last-minute getaway flight from Chicago to Abu Dhabi?
The cheapest last-minute deal between Chicago and Abu Dhabi at price $1,239 is offered by Ethiopian, Etihad from Thu, Nov 20 to Sun, Nov 23.
How can I find last-minute flight deals from Chicago to Abu Dhabi?
To find last-minute flight deals from Chicago to Abu Dhabi, start by entering the city names, select the desired departure and return dates, and hit the Search button to view flight options.

You can check for last-minute flights for the same day or adjust the trip type to see one-way fares.

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