$500 Cheap Flights from Chicago (ORD) to Abu Dhabi (AUH)

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Cheap Flights from Chicago to Abu Dhabi (ORD-AUH)

Prices were available within the past 7 days and start at $500 for one-way flights and $803 for round trip, for the period specified. Prices and availability are subject to change. Additional terms apply.

Royal Jordanian
Fri, Oct 31 - Fri, Nov 7
ORD
Chicago
AUH
Abu Dhabi
$803 Roundtrip, found 1 hour ago
$803
Roundtrip
found 1 hour ago
Select Royal Jordanian flight, departing Fri, Oct 31 from Chicago to Abu Dhabi, returning Fri, Nov 7, priced at $803 found 1 hour ago
Etihad Airways
Fri, Oct 31 - Sun, Nov 9
ORD
Chicago
AUH
Abu Dhabi
$873 Roundtrip, just found
$873
Roundtrip
just found
Select Etihad Airways flight, departing Fri, Oct 31 from Chicago to Abu Dhabi, returning Sun, Nov 9, priced at $873 just found
Etihad Airways
Fri, Jan 16 - Sun, Jan 25
ORD
Chicago
AUH
Abu Dhabi
$875 Roundtrip, found 9 hours ago
$875
Roundtrip
found 9 hours ago
Select Etihad Airways flight, departing Fri, Jan 16 from Chicago to Abu Dhabi, returning Sun, Jan 25, priced at $875 found 9 hours ago
Royal Jordanian
Fri, Oct 31 - Sun, Nov 9
ORD
Chicago
AUH
Abu Dhabi
$888 Roundtrip, just found
$888
Roundtrip
just found
Select Royal Jordanian flight, departing Fri, Oct 31 from Chicago to Abu Dhabi, returning Sun, Nov 9, priced at $888 just found
Turkish Airlines
Sun, Nov 16 - Tue, Nov 25
ORD
Chicago
AUH
Abu Dhabi
$896 Roundtrip, found 4 days ago
$896
Roundtrip
found 4 days ago
Select Turkish Airlines flight, departing Sun, Nov 16 from Chicago to Abu Dhabi, returning Tue, Nov 25, priced at $896 found 4 days ago
Turkish Airlines
Sun, Nov 16 - Tue, Nov 25
ORD
Chicago
AUH
Abu Dhabi
$900 Roundtrip, found 4 days ago
$900
Roundtrip
found 4 days ago
Select Turkish Airlines flight, departing Sun, Nov 16 from Chicago to Abu Dhabi, returning Tue, Nov 25, priced at $900 found 4 days ago
Turkish Airlines
Sun, Mar 1 - Fri, Mar 6
ORD
Chicago
AUH
Abu Dhabi
$902 Roundtrip, found 13 hours ago
$902
Roundtrip
found 13 hours ago
Select Turkish Airlines flight, departing Sun, Mar 1 from Chicago to Abu Dhabi, returning Fri, Mar 6, priced at $902 found 13 hours ago
Turkish Airlines
Wed, Oct 1 - Mon, Oct 6
ORD
Chicago
AUH
Abu Dhabi
$902 Roundtrip, found 4 days ago
$902
Roundtrip
found 4 days ago
Select Turkish Airlines flight, departing Wed, Oct 1 from Chicago to Abu Dhabi, returning Mon, Oct 6, priced at $902 found 4 days ago
Qatar Airways
Sun, Sep 21 - Wed, Oct 1
ORD
Chicago
AUH
Abu Dhabi
$1,020 Roundtrip, found 1 hour ago
$1,020
Roundtrip
found 1 hour ago
Select Qatar Airways flight, departing Sun, Sep 21 from Chicago to Abu Dhabi, returning Wed, Oct 1, priced at $1,020 found 1 hour ago
Swiss International Air Lines
Mon, Jun 2 - Tue, Jun 10
ORD
Chicago
AUH
Abu Dhabi
$1,123 Roundtrip, just found
$1,123
Roundtrip
just found
Select Swiss International Air Lines flight, departing Mon, Jun 2 from Chicago to Abu Dhabi, returning Tue, Jun 10, priced at $1,123 just found
Flights from Chicago (ORD) to Abu Dhabi (AUH)
Origin airport
O'Hare Intl.
Destination airport
Abu Dhabi Intl.
Airlines serving
American Airlines, British Airways, Brussels Airlines, Etihad Airways, Gulf Air, Lufthansa, Qatar Airways, Royal Jordanian, Swiss International Air Lines, TAP Portugal, Turkish Airlines
Roundtrip price
$802
Distance
7262 mi

Chicago to Abu Dhabi Flights

The cheapest times to fly from Chicago to Abu Dhabi

On average, Thursday can be the cheapest time to fly, according to data from the Airlines Reporting Corporation (ARC), one of the world's biggest databases for global airline sales. The data reveals that you could save up to 16% by flying on a Thursday—the cheapest day to travel on average—instead of a Sunday—the most expensive. Some of the most affordable flights from Chicago to Abu Dhabi are during the month of October. You can find some of the cheapest flights from Chicago to Abu Dhabi with Expedia's search tool and vast selection of airlines.

The best time to book a flight from Chicago to Abu Dhabi

Sunday is one of the best days to book for cheap flights from Chicago to Abu Dhabi: Tickets reserved on a Sunday cost between 6% and 13% less than those reserved on a Friday, according to ARC data. The data also suggests booking early can also lead to cheaper airfares. You could save 24% by buying your tickets for domestic flights at least a month in advance and 10% by booking international flights 2 months in advance.

How to find cheap round-trip tickets from Chicago to Abu Dhabi

Being flexible with your dates and using Expedia's Price Drop Protection and Price Tracking features are some of the best ways of finding a cheap ticket from Chicago to Abu Dhabi in 2025. You can also book with separate airlines for your outbound and return journeys, from $500 one-way. Expedia also offers Price Drop Protection, so if the cost of your airfare goes down after booking, you'll receive a credit for the difference*. This is available for a small fee, and is free to One Key Gold and Platinum tier members.

Expedia's Price Tracking feature means you can stay on top of airfares without manually checking every day. It sends you automated price alerts for cheap Chicago to Abu Dhabi flights and uses historical data to indicate when the best time to book is. Download Expedia's free app to activate this handy tool in a few easy taps.

You could also save big by booking one of Expedia's vacation packages. Bundling together your Chicago to Abu Dhabi airfare with your accommodations and car rental is often cheaper than booking everything separately. There’s also One Key, Expedia's generous rewards program. Join for free and you could earn One Key cash on most bookings to save on future adventures.

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Disclaimer: ARC The statistics are based on average round-trip ticket prices between January and August 2023. The percentages you see are averages.

Frequently asked questions

How much does a flight from O'Hare Intl. Airport (ORD) to Abu Dhabi Intl. Airport (AUH) cost?
Cheap round-trip fares from O’Hare Intl. Airport (ORD) to Abu Dhabi Intl. Airport (AUH) start at $873. This information is based on the cheapest price found on Expedia for this return journey departing within the next three months. This airfare is for a Etihad Airways flight leaving ORD on May 7 2025 and touching down at AUH. The price was last updated on April 24 2025 and has not changed since.
What is the cheapest month to fly from ORD to AUH?
The cheapest flights from ORD to AUH are usually during off-peak season, when demand is lower. To save money, avoid flying during public holidays, school breaks and major local events.
Which airlines fly direct from O'Hare Intl. Airport (ORD) to Abu Dhabi Intl. Airport (AUH)?
Catch a nonstop flight with Etihad Airways and travel straight from O’Hare Intl. Airport (ORD) to Abu Dhabi Intl. Airport (AUH).
What is the cheapest airline that flies from ORD to AUH?
Journey from ORD to AUH with Etihad Airways. This airline currently offers the cheapest one-way fare on this route, starting from $500. This fare is based on the lowest price found on Expedia departing within the next three months. The flight takes off from ORD on May 7 2025. Prices were last updated on April 24 2025 and have not changed since.
How many flights per day from O'Hare Intl. Airport (ORD) to Abu Dhabi Intl. Airport (AUH)?
On average, only 1 nonstop flight departs daily from O’Hare Intl. Airport (ORD) to Abu Dhabi Intl. Airport (AUH). Need more options? Use our filters to find flights with layovers and squeeze in a visit to another city along the way.
What are the most popular departure times for flights from O'Hare Intl. Airport (ORD) to Abu Dhabi Intl. Airport (AUH)?
Flights between ORD and AUH are their busiest at 1 PM. If you want a quieter experience and possibly cheaper fares, choose a time outside the usual busy windows.
What day of the week has the most flights from ORD to AUH?
Sunday has the most flights from O’Hare Intl. Airport (ORD) to Abu Dhabi Intl. Airport (AUH). Consider taking off on this day and you’ll have the best chance of finding a schedule that works for you.
What is the earliest flight from O'Hare Intl. Airport (ORD) to Abu Dhabi Intl. Airport (AUH)?
The first flight of the day taking off from O’Hare Intl. Airport (ORD) is at around 1:10PM UTC-6. Board this flight and you’ll touch down at Abu Dhabi Intl. Airport (AUH) at approximately 12:20PM UTC+4. The total time in the air is 13h 10m.
How long does it take to fly from O'Hare Intl. Airport (ORD) to Abu Dhabi Intl. Airport (AUH)?
Flights from ORD to AUH have an average travel time of 13 hours and 10 minutes. The total distance between these two airports is 7,300 mi.
What is the best time to fly from O'Hare Intl. Airport (ORD) to Abu Dhabi Intl. Airport (AUH)?
To reach Abu Dhabi Intl. Airport (AUH) on schedule, pick a flight that leaves from O’Hare Intl. Airport (ORD) before 3 PM. The chance of cancellations is 22% higher, on average, for departures after this hour.**Most reliable time of the day and month to travel recommendation is based on January through August 2024 flight status data sourced from OAG’s global flight data platform.
What airports do you fly into for Abu Dhabi from O'Hare Intl. Airport (ORD)?
Abu Dhabi Intl. Airport (AUH) is the only airport in Abu Dhabi with direct flights from O’Hare Intl. Airport (ORD). Check out your options and discover cheap fares on Expedia.
Is it cheaper to buy a plane ticket from O'Hare Intl. Airport (ORD) to Abu Dhabi Intl. Airport (AUH) last-minute?
Last-minute bookings from ORD to AUH are typically more expensive. To secure the best prices, start looking for flights as soon as possible. That said, if you’re flexible with your travel dates, it’s possible to find a cheap ticket right before your trip.
Is it cheaper to book an ORD to AUH flight and hotel package?
You’ll typically save money by securing an ORD to AUH flight and hotel package compared to booking separately. In fact, you could save hundreds of dollars by bundling with Expedia. And it’s easy to manage everything in one convenient place. Once you’ve selected your preferred accommodations and flights, consider adding extras like activities, car rentals and tours.
Can I cancel or change the date of my flight from O'Hare Intl. Airport (ORD) to Abu Dhabi Intl. Airport (AUH)?
If you reserved your ORD to AUH flight in the last 24 hours, you may be able to modify or cancel it without fees. Depending on the airline and the type of ticket you have, additional charges may apply for changes beyond this timeframe. Airline policies and contact information can be found in your itinerary or confirmation email. Or, visit our Customer Service portal if you’d like more information.

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