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Cheapest round-trip
$720
Typical prices: $916-$1,274
Qatar Airways
Thu 9/10Thu 9/17
ORD - AUH • 1 stop
Cheapest non-stop
$742
Typical prices: $916-$1,274
Etihad Airways
Wed 9/9Wed 9/16
ORD - AUH • Non-stop
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Cheapest • from $720 (round-trip)
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Cheapest • Avg $816 (round-trip)
Shortest trip • 16h 05m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Chicago to Abu Dhabi (CHI-AUH)

 
Here are some of the best deals found on KAYAK recently from the most popular airlines for round-trip flights from Chicago to Abu Dhabi that are departing in the next months. While these flights were available on KAYAK in the last 72 hours, prices and availability are subject to change and deals may expire.
Discover the best prices for you by selecting your travel dates on KAYAK.

Recent round-trip flight deals from Chicago to Abu Dhabi

Thu, Sep 10 - Thu, Sep 17
Qatar Airways Logo
7:20 pm - 10:15 pm
ORD
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AUH
17h 55m
1 stop
Qatar Airways Logo
5:45 am - 3:05 pm
AUH
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ORD
18h 20m
1 stop
$720Qatar Airways
Thu, Oct 8 - Thu, Oct 22
Qatar Airways Logo
7:20 pm - 10:15 pm
ORD
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AUH
17h 55m
1 stop
Qatar Airways Logo
5:45 am - 3:05 pm
AUH
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ORD
18h 20m
1 stop
$723Qatar Airways
Thu, Sep 10 - Thu, Sep 17
Qatar Airways Logo
7:20 pm - 9:15 pm
ORD
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AUH
16h 55m
1 stop
Qatar Airways Logo
10:45 pm - 3:05 pm
AUH
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ORD
25h 20m
1 stop
$723Qatar Airways
Sat, Sep 26 - Fri, Oct 9
Turkish Airlines Logo
8:10 pm - 12:25 am
ORD
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AUH
19h 15m
1 stop
Turkish Airlines Logo
1:30 am - 6:15 pm
AUH
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ORD
25h 45m
1 stop
$725Turkish Airlines
Wed, Sep 9 - Wed, Sep 16
Etihad Airways Logo
9:10 pm - 7:40 pm
ORD
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AUH
13h 30mnonstop
Etihad Airways Logo
10:00 am - 3:40 pm
AUH
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ORD
14h 40mnonstop
$742Etihad Airways
Wed, Sep 23 - Fri, Sep 25
Turkish Airlines Logo
8:10 pm - 12:25 am
ORD
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AUH
19h 15m
1 stop
Turkish Airlines Logo
1:30 am - 9:40 am
AUH
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ORD
17h 10m
1 stop
$750Turkish Airlines
Fri, Oct 30 - Sun, Jun 20
Turkish Airlines Logo
9:15 pm - 1:30 am
ORD
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AUH
19h 15m
1 stop
Turkish Airlines Logo
7:30 am - 9:40 am
AUH
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ORD
35h 10m
1 stop
$755Turkish Airlines
Wed, Sep 9 - Wed, Sep 16
Etihad Airways Logo
9:10 pm - 7:40 pm
ORD
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AUH
13h 30mnonstop
Etihad Airways Logo
10:00 am - 3:40 pm
AUH
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ORD
14h 40mnonstop
$774Etihad Airways
Sat, Nov 21 - Sun, Nov 29
Royal Jordanian Logo
6:50 pm - 4:05 am
ORD
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AUH
23h 15m
1 stop
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10:25 pm - 3:05 pm
AUH
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ORD
26h 40m
1 stop
$1,216Royal Jordanian
Sat, Nov 21 - Sun, Nov 29
Royal Jordanian Logo
6:50 pm - 9:25 pm
ORD
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AUH
16h 35m
1 stop
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6:35 am - 3:05 pm
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18h 30m
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$1,216Royal Jordanian
Booking Insights

KAYAK's insights & trends for Chicago to Abu Dhabi flights

Get data-powered insights and trends into flights from Chicago to Abu Dhabi to help you find the cheapest flights, the best time to fly and much more.

How much is a round-trip flight from Chicago to Abu Dhabi?

This analysis is based on the cheapest round-trip price found on KAYAK in the last 12 months by searching for a flight from Chicago to Abu Dhabi departing in September.

Flight prices are below average for this route right now.

Flights to Abu Dhabi from Chicago usually cost between $1,087 and $1,175 in September.
The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $720 on Qatar Airways (Sep 10-Sep 17).

What is the cheapest Chicago to Abu Dhabi flight route?

Data is based on round-trip flight searches on KAYAK over the past month.

The cheapest return flight from Chicago to Abu Dhabi costs $920 on the route between Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport (ORD) and Abu Dhabi (AUH). It is also the most popular route.

What’s the cheapest day of the week to fly from Chicago to Abu Dhabi?

The average price of all round-trip flights from Chicago to Abu Dhabi clicked on KAYAK for each day over the last 12 months.

Your flight ticket price will generally be cheaper if you fly to Abu Dhabi on a Sunday and more expensive on a Saturday. On your return trip to Chicago, you should consider flying back on a Wednesday, and avoid Thursdays for better deals.

What is the cheapest month to fly from Chicago to Abu Dhabi?

To calculate monthly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each month over the last year for round-trip flights from Chicago to Abu Dhabi, removes the top 0.1% to account for outliers, and then takes the median of all values for each month.

The cheapest month for flights from Chicago to Abu Dhabi is February, where tickets cost $794 (return) on average. On the other hand, the most expensive months are December and June, where the average cost of round-trip tickets is $1,730 and $1,183 respectively.

Can I save money by flying with a layover from Chicago to Abu Dhabi?

The average round-trip price for all non-stop flights, flights with one layover, and flights with two layovers for the route found by users searching on KAYAK in the last 2 weeks.

No, with an average price for the route of $1,035, prices are generally cheapest when you fly direct.

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

To calculate weekly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each week before departure over the last year for round-trip flights from Chicago to Abu Dhabi, removes the top 0.1% to account for outliers, and then takes the average of all the values for each week.

To get a below average price on the flight from Chicago to Abu Dhabi, you should book around 3 weeks before departure, which saves you about 31% compared to booking last minute. For the absolute cheapest price, our data suggests you should book 18 weeks before departure.

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Low season

September

Cheapest flight

$414
Best time to beat the crowds with an average 15% drop in price.
Most popular time to fly with an average 70% increase in price.
Flight from Chicago O'Hare Airport to Abu Dhabi

When to book flights from Chicago to Abu Dhabi

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Chicago to Abu Dhabi based on our flight data from the last year. Discover the cheapest month and even day to fly.
Estimated round-trip price
KAYAK looks at all historical flight data for each date to provide a predicted price for one-way trips or round-trips with a duration up to 40 days. While we try to provide actual minimum prices for each date, some prices are predictions and actual prices may differ.

FAQs for booking flights from Chicago to Abu Dhabi

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

    In the last 5 days, the lowest price for a flight from Chicago to Abu Dhabi was $414 for a one-way ticket and $720 for a round-trip.

  • Do I need a passport to fly between Chicago and Abu Dhabi?

    Yes, you'll most likely have to show a valid passport before boarding the plane in Chicago and on arrival in Abu Dhabi.

  • Which airports will I be using when flying from Chicago to Abu Dhabi?

    On your way to Abu Dhabi, you’ll fly out from one of these Chicago airports: Chicago Midway or Chicago O'Hare Intl. You’ll be landing at Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl.

  • Which airlines offer Wi-Fi service onboard planes from Chicago to Abu Dhabi?

    American Airlines, and JetBlue offer inflight Wi-Fi service on the Chicago to Abu Dhabi flight route.

  • Which aircraft models fly most regularly from Chicago to Abu Dhabi?

    The Boeing 787-8 Dreamliner is the aircraft model that flies most regularly on the Chicago to Abu Dhabi flight route.

  • Which airline alliances offer flights from Chicago to Abu Dhabi?

    oneworld, and Star Alliance are the airline alliances operating flights between Chicago and Abu Dhabi, with oneworld being the most commonly used for this route.

  • On which days can I fly direct from Chicago to Abu Dhabi?

    There are nonstop flights from Chicago to Abu Dhabi on a daily basis.

  • Which is the best airline for flights from Chicago to Abu Dhabi, SWISS or Etihad Airways?

    The two airlines most popular with KAYAK users for flights from Chicago to Abu Dhabi are SWISS and Etihad Airways. With an average price for the route of $1,136 and an overall rating of 7.5, SWISS is the most popular choice. Etihad Airways is also a great choice for the route, with an average price of $1,295 and an overall rating of 7.3.

  • How does KAYAK find such low prices on flights from Chicago to Abu Dhabi?

    KAYAK is a travel search engine. That means we look across the web to find the best prices we can find for our users. With over 2 billion flight queries processed yearly, we are able to display a variety of prices and options on flights from Chicago to Abu Dhabi.

  • How does KAYAK's flight Price Forecast tool help me choose the right time to buy my flight ticket from Chicago to Abu Dhabi?

    KAYAK’s flight Price Forecast tool uses historical data to determine whether the price for a flight to Abu Dhabi from Chicago is likely to change within 7 days, so travelers know whether to wait or book now.

  • What is the Hacker Fare option on flights from Chicago to Abu Dhabi?

    Hacker Fares allow you to combine one-way tickets in order to save you money over a traditional round-trip ticket. You could then fly to Abu Dhabi with an airline and back to Chicago with another airline.

  • What is KAYAK's "flexible dates" feature and why should I care when looking for a flight from Chicago to Abu Dhabi?

    Sometimes travel dates aren't set in stone. If your preferred travel dates have some wiggle room, flexible dates will show you all the options when flying to Abu Dhabi from Chicago up to 3 days before/after your preferred dates. You can then pick the flights that suit you best.

KAYAK’s top tips for finding a cheap flight from Chicago to Abu Dhabi

  • Looking for a cheap flight? 25% of our users found flights on this route for $441 or less one-way and $1,051 or less round-trip.

Prefer to fly direct from Chicago to Abu Dhabi?

 
Direct data is based off flight results for the next 60 days. Find direct flights from all airlines flying direct from Chicago to Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl.
Find which airlines fly direct from Chicago to Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl Airport, which days they fly and book direct flights.

Direct departures

Chicago to Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

Monday

Etihad Airways

Etihad Airways

Tuesday

Etihad Airways

Etihad Airways

Wednesday

Etihad Airways

Etihad Airways

Thursday

Etihad Airways

Etihad Airways

Friday

Etihad Airways

Etihad Airways

Saturday

Etihad Airways

Etihad Airways

Sunday

Etihad Airways

Etihad Airways

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Direct returns

Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl to Chicago

Monday

Etihad Airways

Etihad Airways

Tuesday

Etihad Airways

Etihad Airways

Wednesday

Etihad Airways

Etihad Airways

Thursday

Etihad Airways

Etihad Airways

Friday

Etihad Airways

Etihad Airways

Saturday

Etihad Airways

Etihad Airways

Sunday

Etihad Airways

Etihad Airways

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Reviews of the top airlines flying from Chicago to Abu Dhabi

 
See real verified KAYAK customer reviews for airlines flying from Chicago to Abu Dhabi. Airline scores are aggregated from all reviews left by passengers on KAYAK after flying with an airline. KAYAK doesn’t show reviews that are older than 5 years. Learn how KAYAK collects reviews.
Need help choosing which airline to fly with from Chicago to Abu Dhabi? KAYAK airline reviews give an overall score for each airline based on loads of factors, including comfort, boarding, in-flight entertainment and more, to make your decision easier. See airline scores according to verified KAYAK customer reviews.
7.5
SWISSOverall score based on 2019 reviews
7.1Food
6.8Entertainment
7.4Comfort
8.3Crew
7.7Boarding
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The food could have been better but everything else was superb.

10.0 ExcellentCourtney, Jul 2026
LAX - ZRH
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The food could have been better but everything else was superb.

Terrible airline both Swiss and Lufthansa that are part of the same corp. stay away if you can

No choice of food was given, and I was served leftovers, so they were returned back. the crew is unfriendly and harsh. Need to be trained on communication.

I slept the whole flight so I can't tell you about the food and there was no entertainment offered. Crew was very nice, seats were comfortable in business, and boarding was easy.

The seats had no space at all beyond the knees. The seat in-front literally reclined on your face, very uncomfortable plane. Was nothing like the normal SWISS experience. The food was okay but could be better.

They rebooked our flight and then canceled our trip halfway through the journey without any explanation. Needed to pay by ourselves for alternative flight options without any help from Swiss.

Easy boarding Seats were very uncomfortable no room arm rests didn't even go up all the way

Wonderful experience! The crew was outstanding and amazing from check in to gate to flight crew! Amazing. Thank you!

Carry on luggage size for economy passengers significantly smaller than other airlines, so nearly all ecomy passengers had their bags taken and checked.

Missed connecting train since flight was late into Zurich and I had to stay at airport hotel because of it as well as I had to repurchase train ticket

Awful , hidden charges for the luggage was a very awful thing, very much a scam , booking the flight thinking the luggage was included was definitely a scam , then the girl that was taking my luggage Ayrlease the airport was an absolute awful , telling me if I don’t have money to take my luggage with me I can just throw it away , how professional, NEVER AGAIN .

Connection booked by Etihad was delayed and upon arrival to counter they closed it and denied boarding although there was still 15 minutes to go . Manager Karen was very rude and did not want to listen seems there as overbooking and canceling boarding was the only solution..

They lost the baggage and said it was deleted from the system. I had baggage tag so was able to file the complaint but there was no PIR number and update so far

Good one but just notice that you have to ask several time to get water or coffee .

It was fantastic. The flight from Chicago to Abu Dahbi was fantastic. The crew, food and service were amazing. Everything was handled by the crew member assigned to us , Nicholas, was usually done before we asked for it. Highly recommend Etihad!

The food could be better. Toilets were smelly all along

Bad. Flight was very uncomfortable with narrow and shallow seats, very little food and water. I will not fly etihad again.

One thing is very important is you people not giving seat arrangement together to couple, senior citizen. You have to take care of senior citizen. Do not look about money. Money is not important everywhere. Make relationship strong is very very important. I like Etiyad air line out of all air line. Food was hot and delicious. Air hostess gave very good service, nice attitude, very good behaviour. I gave 10 out of 10 marks. Thanks Jivraj

Crew member took too long time to take back leftover food plates from passenger seats. Food was nice.Easy excellent checking.Guy at checking counter was really kind and helpful.Made our checking very quickly. Leftover food should be taken back ASAP. Because in economy class passanger have narrow space . In the long journey like this, passanger have difficulties to sit with the plates.overall experience was good.

crew as a whole is pretty mediocre. dont seem to care much for passengers. Asked 3 different crew for custom papers for immigration check in and they all said i could get it in the airport. have flown to india 3 times prior to this with Qatar and Emirates and they have always provided this paper ahead of landing to speed up the check in process. Also felt in general the crew is irritated and overworked. The one lady in my aisle from Chicago to Abu Dhabi was very pleasant but i was noticing the other crew were nice to each other but pretty cold with the passengers. Not what i usually have experienced from this type of overseas travel. Ive always felt the crew in qatar and emirates were overly sweet and pleasant but having seen the opposite this time i definitely prefer the former.

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