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$489 Find Cheap Flights from Dubai to Chicago

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Cheapest round-trip
$756
Typical prices: $848-$1,498
United Airlines
Sun 12/28Mon 1/12
DXB - ORD • 2 stops
Cheapest non-stop
$1,304
Typical prices: $1,323-$1,692
Emirates
Sun 3/1Mon 3/30
DXB - ORD • Non-stop
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Take the CTA Blue Line from ORD to downtown Chicago.
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Cheap Flights from Dubai to Chicago (DXB-CHI)

 
Here are some of the best deals found on KAYAK recently from the most popular airlines for round-trip flights from Dubai to Chicago 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.
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Recent round-trip flight deals from Dubai to Chicago

Sun, Dec 28 - Mon, Jan 12
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2:15 am - 6:19 pm
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4:15 pm - 7:40 pm
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17h 25m1 stop
$756United Airlines
Mon, May 4 - Tue, May 12
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1:55 am - 4:37 pm
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23h 42m2 stops
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4:45 pm - 6:35 pm
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16h 50m1 stop
$758United Airlines
Sun, Dec 28 - Thu, Jan 8
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2:15 am - 12:05 pm
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19h 50m1 stop
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2:27 pm - 7:40 pm
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19h 13m1 stop
$767United Airlines
Wed, Jan 21 - Mon, Mar 30
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20h 55m1 stop
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3:00 pm - 7:45 pm
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19h 45m1 stop
$771Multiple Airlines
Sat, Dec 27 - Wed, Jan 14
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17h 25m1 stop
$772United Airlines
Wed, Jan 14 - Sun, Jan 18
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22h 01m2 stops
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8:52 am - 7:40 pm
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24h 48m2 stops
$783United Airlines
Wed, Jan 21 - Mon, Mar 30
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1:30 am - 5:55 pm
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26h 25m2 stops
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19h 00m2 stops
$849Delta
Thu, Jan 29 - Fri, Feb 6
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$851Delta
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20h 02m2 stops
$991KLM
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$1,419KLM
Booking Insights

KAYAK's insights & trends for Dubai to Chicago flights

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

What is the cheapest Dubai to Chicago flight route?

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

The cheapest return flight from Dubai to Chicago costs $1,164 on the route between Dubai (DXB) and Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport (ORD). It is also the most popular route.

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

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

When flying from Dubai to Chicago, you should consider leaving on a Wednesday and avoid Tuesdays if you are looking for the best rates. For your return to Dubai, you’ll find the best rates on Tuesdays and the most expensive ones on Saturdays.

What is the cheapest month to fly from Dubai to Chicago?

To calculate monthly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each month over the last year for round-trip flights from Dubai to Chicago, 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 Dubai to Chicago is October, where tickets cost $784 (return) on average. On the other hand, the most expensive months are August and March, where the average cost of round-trip tickets is $1,291 and $1,054 respectively.

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

To calculate weekly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each week before departure over the last year for round-trip flights from Dubai to Chicago, 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 Dubai to Chicago, you should book around 3 weeks before departure, which saves you about 26% compared to booking last minute. For the absolute cheapest price, our data suggests you should book 18 weeks before departure.

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Expert advice for your flight from Dubai to Chicago

 
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At DXB, enjoy fast, free Wi-Fi and a wide range of dining options, including Asian Street Kitchen and The Sports Shack for diverse tastes.

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For a smooth arrival at ORD, take the CTA Blue Line train to downtown Chicago, which runs 24/7 and costs $5 one-way.

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Low seasonSeptember
Cheapest flight$489
Best time to beat the crowds with an average 8% drop in price.
Most popular time to fly and prices are also 7% lower on average.
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When to book flights from Dubai to Chicago

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Dubai to Chicago based on our flight data from the last year. Discover the cheapest month and even day to fly.
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FAQs for booking flights from Dubai to Chicago

  • Are there any business facilities located at Dubai International Airport?

    If you have to take care of any pending business prior to flying out of Dubai International Airport, make use of the meeting rooms and business center located inside the airport. The business facilities provided at the airport are located inside Dubai International Airport, which can be accessed via either Terminal 3 or Terminal 1, and provide facilities such as internet access, lamination and binding, fax, and photocopy.

  • How do I get to downtown Chicago from Midway International Airport?

    Take the Metra or CTA 'L' train from the CTA Orange Line station conveniently located within the airport, which will take you to Downtown Chicago in about 25 minutes, if you'd like to go by public transit. If you have a lot of luggage or want to get to the city center faster, you should choose a taxi, ride sharing service, or rent a car from one of the many car rental companies present within the airport.

  • Which Chicago airport offers the best accessibility to services for people with disabilities?

    If you want to use accessibility services when you get to Chicago, you may prefer to travel through Midway International Airport. There will be less foot traffic since the airport is less congested than O'Hare International Airport. Wheelchair-accessible facilities and conveniently positioned elevators with raised numbers and Braille are available at Midway International Airport.

  • What parking facilities are provided at Dubai International Airport?

    There are multiple parking options provided at Dubai International Airport that accommodate passengers wishing to park for either long-term or short-term stays. Terminals 1 and 2 offer both premium and economy parking, with premium parking being more expensive, but located closer to the terminal. Terminal 3 has a single parking level that is located approximately 3 minutes away from the terminal.

  • What is the cheapest flight from Dubai to Chicago?

    In the last 3 days, the lowest price for a flight from Dubai to Chicago was $489 for a one-way ticket and $756 for a round-trip.

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

    Yes, you’ll need a passport to travel to Chicago from Dubai.

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

    On your way to Chicago, you’ll fly out from Dubai Intl. You’ll be landing in one of Chicago’s 2 airports: Chicago Midway or Chicago O'Hare Intl.

  • Which aircraft models fly most regularly from Dubai to Chicago?

    The Boeing 777-300ER is the aircraft model that flies most regularly on the Dubai to Chicago flight route.

  • Which airline alliances offer flights from Dubai to Chicago?

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

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

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

  • Which is the best airline for flights from Dubai to Chicago, Emirates or KLM?

    The two airlines most popular with KAYAK users for flights from Dubai to Chicago are Emirates and KLM. With an average price for the route of $1,462 and an overall rating of 8.1, Emirates is the most popular choice. KLM is also a great choice for the route, with an average price of $899 and an overall rating of 7.7.

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

    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 Dubai to Chicago.

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

    KAYAK’s flight Price Forecast tool uses historical data to determine whether the price for a flight to Chicago from Dubai 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 Dubai to Chicago?

    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 Chicago with an airline and back to Dubai with another airline.

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

    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 Chicago from Dubai 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 Dubai to Chicago

  • Looking for a cheap flight? 25% of our users found flights on this route for $1,024 or less one-way and $1,164 or less round-trip.
  • There are 2 major international airports serving the Chicago region, so you have the freedom to choose between either O’Hare International Airport (ORD) or Midway International Airport (MDW) when flying into the Windy City.
  • Consider traveling to O'Hare International Airport if you require lodging and expect to arrive in Chicago during the late hours of the night. From there, you may make reservations for a night stay at the Hilton Chicago O'Hare Airport Hotel, which is conveniently situated on airport grounds.
  • Nursing mothers flying through Dubai International Airport (DXB) should feel free to use the lactation rooms provided by the airport to breastfeed or pump in a private and comfortable space. The baby care rooms are situated in all the airport’s 3 terminals, with each nursing room providing comfortable seating, electrical power outlets, changing table, and water basin.
  • When taking an international flight from Dubai International Airport to Chicago, it is recommended that you arrive at the airport at least 4 hours prior to your flight’s scheduled time of departure. This will give you enough time to check in and go through all necessary security checks.
  • Dubai International Airport provides multiple lounge facilities where travelers can access a variety of services before departing on their flights, such as food and drink, spa services, and shower facilities. The airport lounges are located inside security at Terminals 1, 2, and 3 and outside security at Terminal 3.

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Reviews of the top 5 airlines serving from Dubai to Chicago

 
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Love that you can walk directly to your gate from the Emirates Business class lounge, very convenient

10.0 ExcellentJonathan, Dec 2025
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Love that you can walk directly to your gate from the Emirates Business class lounge, very convenient

Sadly I couldn't get the food I requested as it was out. Also, if you don't want to be woken up make sure the crew knows it. My wife was woken on every service.

Three meals on a single flight is disgusting. Even if I reject them all, sleeping is impossible and all that food (especially wasted food) is just antithetical to a pleasant flight experience. People were chucking multiple abandoned trays on the floor in front of my seat.

Similar to Hyd->Dubai this too was worst airlines. Bad seats, bad seating arrangement which created lot of confusion since family member were not given seat together. However most of them changed the seat and got with the family. Cheap tactics by Emirates.

The best ever, friendly and attentive cabin crew, amazing captains who utilised their expertise for less turbulence, just overall amazing

Overall I was quite pleased with the experience; the cleanliness; the polite and attentiveness of the cabin crew; and the delicious food options.

I would never have been able to make the transfer in time without asking for a wheelchair

Loved that I had an exit row seat, and there was no one else in the row! And again, I don' use on-line entertainment at all (I read or sleep) but I very much appreciate that I didn't hear anyone else's entertainment!

Loved everything! This flight had premium economy and I didn't see an option to upgraded to premium economy OR buy premium economy tickets. How come?

Some Crew were distinguishably fake in their interactions with passengers.

Terrible last row seats many seats available but no offer to move to better seat

Delay on my previous leg, had to run to catch my flight. But that happens. Overall ok.

At the airport, terrible, I do not want to even remember it. It was too humiliating for a business class passenger.

Couldn’t get boarding pass in SLC even with help from a redcoat, so had to find a desk in AMS to get boarding pass. Technical problems so not sure why. Very inconvenient. The KLM app is not as user friendly as most apps. Also had to wait almost an hour on the tarmac for a fuel truck, which caused us to miss a connecting bus in LUX.

The immigration hall in Amsterdam was understaffed, so passport checking was slower than it should be for a major airport. They need to get the automatic readers up and running for non EU passport holders. Waiting in line after a long flight feels a bit abusive.

Over 1 Hr delay. No APU so no AC on ground. Plane was hot during boarding and then they closed the doors over 20 minutes before engine start so interior of plane was steamy hot and stuffy. Could have been helped by opening doors until ready to depart.

Ad experience - been flying many years with them but they are losing out to other carriers with their service and bagage / seating policy. My 2 12-yo kids were not placed with the parent. Absurdity.

Short flight so it was okay. Nice crew, all very pleasant and professional. We were near the back in row 27 so just as we got our drinks, we started our descent so had to drink very quickly!

KLM remains a quality flag carrier airline which maintains its standards whilst all their competitors are lowering theirs.

The baggage drop-off in Stuttgart is bad: after online check-in you cannot use the automated baggage drop off as indicated on the website. You can use the terminals but have to cue to 1 of three open and slowly working counters to drop the bags. took about 45 minutes wait time.

Paid $10 for wifi for full flight duration and the wifi wasn’t available after initial 2 hours

My baggage is lost. Flight cancelled, Rebooked ticket through long routes. Mental stress, emotional hurt

The flight overall was good. The attendants did a good job except that 1 female had too much fragrance on. The other things that made the flight unpleasant were out of the airlines control.

Nothing to complain. The staff and flight was good especially the seats which was better compared than the cloth ones on Qatar airways

I would love the entertainment center to be updated with more content. The flight to Doha had more options than the one to Miami

Overall the experience was neat with crew being nice and caring especially to parent with kids. The free snacks option was okay. The kiosk at Philly airport didn’t work.

First keep the airline as you promise. Reason for travelling from Orlando to Tampa is to go with Qatar Airline. We end up with American Airline. As expected the service was horrible.

Not sure how we end up with American Airlines instead of Qatar Airways. From Philadelphia to Qatar they boarded us then they asked us to unload. After 30 minutes later they board us again. The inside the plane it was burning hot and we were sweating like crazy. Crew members are absolute rude. The way they served the passengers were horrible. One of the crew members hit my knee with food cart and kept going. I was holding an ice pack for almost 2 hours. I am still with the pain.

I felt that when I was rerouted it should have been to business class.

The flight was smooth Thank God but the delays and changing gates for 3-4 times made me so tired of walking back and forth with heavy bags I thought I was going to pass out with heavy headaches but Thank God finally found the final gate and home safe. These delays happen anytime for important reasons so just be patient when you come across these situations.

The flight was on time. I generally don’t drink or eat on short flights and the seats were good and the flight attendants were friendly. That’s all I expect

It was nice to have gotten up upgraded to first class with a meal on a three hour flight

Very bad! They kept delaying my flight and wouldn’t do anything about it

Door to door, the crew and staff were amazing. It was a stressful travel day with delays, but they were focused on customers and doing what they could to get us to our destinations.

United has come a long way, it’s been a fantastic experience traveling with them.

This flight leg was fantastic - super comfortable and a great selection of things to watch on the TV. Staff were excellent, really above and beyond.

Flight was delayed only slightly before takeoff due to traffic control. However, the flight arrived early to ORD. Good flight. United has been very reliable for me.

Another delayed flight. When the delays exceed the duration of the flight, it’s a problem.

After boarding the plane in Chicago, the passengers were told that there was a technical problem with the plane. Passengers remained on the plane as they tried to fix the problem. After what was probably an hour passengers were told that there was a need to change planes as the problem was not solved. Passengers disembarked and boarded another plane. After taxing to the runway and waiting for takeoff, passengers were told that owing to the thunderstorm the flight was unable to take off but would try and reroute. After some time passengers were told there wasn't enough fuel for the new route and the plane had to return to the gate for additional fuel. after another log delay the flight got underway. On the plane there was food, drinks, ice or entertainment. We were a glass of water, which appeared rationed. Flight arrived about 5 hours late. The pilot was fantastic and communicated with the passengers throughout the ordeal.

Excellent all round, first time flying United. App is very helpful.

flight was full and folks coming from Dubai all wear this strong perfume (OUD) which is annoying. Also, not sure why but these fools all stand up and get ready to bail once the plane stops. they seem to all run for the door which is funny AF. Plane was a 2 4 2 configuration and kind of an older plane with USB connection. Food wasn't that great either. Not sure i'd take this airline again since i have no plans on going to Istanbul again. Emirates is definitely better if you want to go from US to DXB,

Seats too much and for the price we paid eve thought economy we still had to pay $169 to check a ba that’s ridiculous and also my daughter needed water so she can take her medicine we push the boton for the attendant to get us water they never came we push it 3 times no one came and ask what we needed . Am not happy with the service at all I will not fly with TK anymore

Boarding experience was a mess- both to and from Istanbul airport. No one knew anything. They asked everyone to line up according to their sit numbers- it was unbelievable. Business class had a separate line, but it was hard to find- I had to go through all that mess before finding it. Would not recommend

Excellent food and service on my international flight. Most notable is the food provided by Turkish even for coach passengers is very good.

They can my date of travel and let me standard in Istanbul for three days stop over and only pay for one day in a hotel with only one breakfast for three days.

the flight was cancelled and I was rebooked twice, once 26 hours later, then another 24 hours later. In total the flight was delayed for 40 hours. Never again will I use kayak or Turkish Airlines for my travel.

Worst experience with boarding once we left the wheel chair even traveling business we had to wait with all the crowd for the bus to take us to the plane then climb the stairs with our bags When you pay extra for comfort and convenience and you don’t get any is disappointing

Food is very turkish. No regard for other natinalities taste and preference. The entertainment can be improved- it was the same menu on 10/8/25 and 10/25/25. The boarding is the worst in the airline industry- I suggest you ask your staff to and watch how other airlines do it.

The best airline for international travel in terms of value you get in business class (service/cost)

I liked the overall flight experience. However, Turkish officials could do a better job at guiding non-Turkish speakers to their connecting flight gates in such a huge & vast airport.

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