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Among airlines operating Chicago to Abu Dhabi flights:

• Etihad Airways: offers free seat selection

Extra legroom and free seat selection availability depends on fare class and route.

Only Etihad Airways operates flights between Chicago and Abu Dhabi.

Flights from Chicago to Abu Dhabi may depart from several airports in Chicago area, including Chicago Midway (MDW), Chicago O'Hare Intl (ORD) and Chicago Greater Rockford (RFD). Flights usually arrive at Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl (AUH).

Here are some options for this route, based on selected ticket types and cabin classes:

• Etihad Airways: a cabin bag and a checked bag in Economy Class

Bag allowance can vary by ticket type, cabin class, route and airline, so travelers should check the fare details before booking.

Two cabin classes are available on flights from Chicago to Abu Dhabi:

• Economy Class
• Business Class

On this route, layover flights are cheaper than nonstop options on average. Layover fares average $977 round-trip via Doha Hamad Intl (DOH), compared to $1,108 for nonstop.

There is no standard. Checked-bag policies vary by airline on this route. Most carriers charge $27–$100 for the first checked bag in economy. Premium fares and elite-status bookings typically include a free checked bag.

One-stop flights from Chicago to Abu Dhabi most commonly connect through:

• Istanbul (IST) - 47% of one-stop connections
• Amman Queen Alia Intl (AMM) - 38% of one-stop connections
• Doha Hamad Intl (DOH) - 13% of one-stop connections
• Zurich (ZRH) - 2% of one-stop connections

Istanbul (IST) handles the largest share of one-stop connections on this route.

Yes. Being flexible with your travel dates can save you up to 38% on the Chicago to Abu Dhabi route. Friday is the cheapest departure day at $991 round-trip on average, while Sunday is the most expensive at $1,584, a difference of $593. KAYAK's flexible dates feature shows options up to 3 days before and after your selected dates, making it easier to compare nearby fares.

Afternoon is the busiest departure period on Chicago to Abu Dhabi flights, with 100% of flights leaving in that window. Morning departures account for 0%, evening flights for 0%, and night flights for 0%.

Some of the most popular sights in Abu Dhabi are Abu Dhabi National Exhibition Centre, Corniche Beach and Al Wahda Mall. These are among the most viewed places in Abu Dhabi on KAYAK.

These are the earliest and latest flight times available from Chicago to Abu Dhabi:

• Earliest: departs at 1:10 pm and lands at 2:39 am
• Latest: departs at 8:45 pm and lands at 10:14 am.

The flight takes about 13h 29m.

Last-minute fares on this route - booked within 2 weeks of departure - run 15% above the route average of $1,111. Book 21 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

A nonstop flight from Chicago to Abu Dhabi takes 13h 29m, covering 7,255 miles.

Yes, a valid passport is required for this international route. Many destinations require at least six months of validity beyond your travel dates. Check your passport expiry well before booking.

One-way fares from Chicago to Abu Dhabi are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $536, which is 21% below the typical average for this route.

Flying via Istanbul (IST) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 19h 17m, compared with 19h 30m via Amman Queen Alia Intl (AMM) and 20h 01m via Doha Hamad Intl (DOH).

Abu Dhabi is 9 hours ahead of Chicago (Gulf Time vs Central Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.

Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl Airport (AUH) hosts 5 major car rental companies, with daily rates starting from around $4 for economy cars. Top options include:
• Alamo
• AMEX
• Hertz
• Autostrad Rent A Car
• DRIVUS

Round-trip flights from Chicago to Abu Dhabi range from $873 to $1,619, with an average of $1,111 over the past 12 months. Anything below $873 counts as a good deal.