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$408+ Cheap flights from Illinois to Abu Dhabi (AUH)

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 10/15. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
ORD — AUH
Jun 17 — Jun 241
Tue 6/17
Tue 6/24
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from Illinois to Abu Dhabi

Keep the following information in mind while searching for Illinois to Abu Dhabi flight deals. Data was last updated June 12, 2025.

Round-trip from

$819
(FlightHub)

One-way from

$427
(Kiwi.com)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

March

Average price

$1,240

Good round-trip deal

$1,067 or less

Good one-way deal

$556 or less
From Illinois to Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 13% potential increase in price ($176 potential increase over avg. RT price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 5% potential price decrease ($57 potential savings vs. average RT price).
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Cheapest flights from Illinois to Abu Dhabi
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Illinois to Abu Dhabi. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on June 12, 2025.

This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/10. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 8/267:20 pmORD - AUH
1 stop17h 55mQatar Airways
Tue 9/235:45 amAUH - ORD
1 stop18h 20mQatar Airways
Deal found 6/10$819
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/9. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 9/1411:25 amORD - AUH
1 stop28h 10mTurkish Airlines
Tue 9/231:35 amAUH - ORD
1 stop17h 05mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 6/9$848
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/10. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure oojo is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 8/261:55 pmORD - AUH
Nonstop13h 25mEtihad Airways
Mon 9/222:55 amAUH - ORD
Nonstop14h 50mEtihad Airways
Deal found 6/10$850
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/12. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 8/44:20 pmORD - AUH
2 stops23h 35mMultiple Airlines
Wed 8/2012:40 pmAUH - ORD
2 stops32h 30mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 6/12$979
This Gurufare deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/11. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Gurufare is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 7/92:20 pmORD - AUH
1 stop19h 55mSWISS
Mon 7/142:15 pmAUH - ORD
1 stop30h 55mSWISS
Deal found 6/11$1,095
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Mon 7/711:45 pmORD - AUH
2 stops22h 55mIndiGo
Tue 7/159:55 pmAUH - ORD
2 stops29h 00mIndiGo
Deal found 6/11$1,139
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Fri 11/216:50 pmORD - AUH
1 stop22h 20mRoyal Jordanian
Sat 11/297:05 amAUH - ORD
1 stop18h 10mRoyal Jordanian
Deal found 6/12$1,143
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/10. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 7/911:39 amMDW - AUH
1 stop22h 51mMultiple Airlines
Wed 7/164:30 pmAUH - MDW
2 stops32h 54mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 6/10$1,430

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Customize your flight search to find flights from Illinois to Abu Dhabi that fit within your specific budget. Explore options based on user searches and filter the results based on your desired price range. Find flights that match your budget for a cost-effective journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated June 12, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Illinois to Abu Dhabi that are best for you.

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ChicagoAbu Dhabi

ORD - AUH

ORDAUH

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 8/26

7:20 pm-10:15 pm

1 stop17h 55m

Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

Tue 9/23

5:45 am-3:05 pm

1 stop18h 20m

$819

ChicagoAbu Dhabi

ORD - AUH

ORDAUH

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sun 9/14

11:25 am-12:35 am

1 stop28h 10m

Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

Tue 9/23

1:35 am-9:40 am

1 stop17h 05m

$848

ChicagoAbu Dhabi

ORD - AUH

ORDAUH

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 8/26

1:55 pm-12:20 pm

Nonstop13h 25m

Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

Mon 9/22

2:55 am-8:45 am

Nonstop14h 50m

$850

ChicagoAbu Dhabi

ORD - AUH

ORDAUH

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mon 8/4

4:20 pm-12:55 am

2 stops23h 35m

Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

Wed 8/20

12:40 pm-12:10 pm

2 stops32h 30m

$979

ChicagoAbu Dhabi

ORD - AUH

ORDAUH

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 7/9

2:20 pm-7:15 pm

1 stop19h 55m

Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

Mon 7/14

2:15 pm-12:10 pm

1 stop30h 55m

$1,095

ChicagoAbu Dhabi

ORD - AUH

ORDAUH

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mon 7/7

11:45 pm-7:40 am

2 stops22h 55m

Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

Tue 7/15

9:55 pm-5:55 pm

2 stops29h 00m

$1,139

ChicagoAbu Dhabi

ORD - AUH

ORDAUH

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Fri 11/21

6:50 pm-3:10 am

1 stop22h 20m

Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

Sat 11/29

7:05 am-3:15 pm

1 stop18h 10m

$1,143

ChicagoAbu Dhabi

MDW - AUH

MDWAUH

Chicago Midway

Wed 7/9

11:39 am-7:30 pm

1 stop22h 51m

Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

Wed 7/16

4:30 pm-4:24 pm

2 stops32h 54m

$1,430

ChicagoAbu Dhabi

ORD - AUH

ORDAUH

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 10/15

7:25 pm-1:30 am

3 stops45h 05m

$408

ChicagoAbu Dhabi

ORD - AUH

ORDAUH

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 10/15

1:55 pm-12:20 pm

Nonstop13h 25m

$569

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Best time to book a flight from Illinois to Abu Dhabi

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Illinois to Abu Dhabi

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Illinois to Abu Dhabi?

Currently, March is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Illinois to Abu Dhabi (average of $893). Flying from Illinois to Abu Dhabi in December is currently the most expensive (average of $1,427). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from IL to AUH?

Find hourly flight availability from Illinois to Abu Dhabi. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated June 12, 2025.

When flying from Illinois to Abu Dhabi, the time of day you decide to fly out makes little to no difference towards the overall price you’ll pay on tickets.

Rainfall in Abu Dhabi by month

Plan your trip to Abu Dhabi by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Abu Dhabi ranges from 0.4 - 0.8 inches per month. February is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 0.8 in. January is typically the driest time to visit Abu Dhabi when rainfall is around 0.4 in.

Temperature in Abu Dhabi by month

Plan your trip to Abu Dhabi by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Abu Dhabi, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, July is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 95.0 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 64.4 F).

Reviews of airlines servicing Abu Dhabi

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Abu Dhabi. Read reviews, discover amenities, and learn about the overall travel experience offered by airlines. Use this information to make informed decisions when choosing an airline for your flight to Abu Dhabi. Reviews last updated June 12, 2025.
See what other customers who have flown with SWISS, Qatar Airways and Etihad Airways from Illinois to Abu Dhabi have to say. Users can see the overall rating for each airline as well as how each is rated in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
SWISS
7.5
Good
1,623 reviews

Entertainment

6.7

Boarding

7.6

Comfort

7.4

Food

7.0

Overall

7.5

Crew

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Yvette,Nov 2024

BOS - ZRH

Food was not very good and the options were poor. The seat wasn't very comfortable. I would not choose to fly on this airline again. Their website was also difficult to navigate.
SWISS
7.5
Good
1,623 reviews
SWISS
7.5
Good
1,623 reviews

Entertainment

6.7

Boarding

7.6

Comfort

7.4

Food

7.0

Overall

7.5

Crew

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Yvette,Nov 2024

BOS - ZRH

Food was not very good and the options were poor. The seat wasn't very comfortable. I would not choose to fly on this airline again. Their website was also difficult to navigate.
Qatar Airways
7.4
Good
3,584 reviews
SWISS
7.5
Good
1,623 reviews

Entertainment

6.7

Boarding

7.6

Comfort

7.4

Food

7.0

Overall

7.5

Crew

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Yvette,Nov 2024

BOS - ZRH

Food was not very good and the options were poor. The seat wasn't very comfortable. I would not choose to fly on this airline again. Their website was also difficult to navigate.
Etihad Airways
7.4
Good
1,211 reviews
SWISS
7.5
Good
1,623 reviews

Entertainment

6.7

Boarding

7.6

Comfort

7.4

Food

7.0

Overall

7.5

Crew

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Yvette,Nov 2024

BOS - ZRH

Food was not very good and the options were poor. The seat wasn't very comfortable. I would not choose to fly on this airline again. Their website was also difficult to navigate.
Turkish Airlines
7.3
Good
3,848 reviews
SWISS
7.5
Good
1,623 reviews

Entertainment

6.7

Boarding

7.6

Comfort

7.4

Food

7.0

Overall

7.5

Crew

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Yvette,Nov 2024

BOS - ZRH

Food was not very good and the options were poor. The seat wasn't very comfortable. I would not choose to fly on this airline again. Their website was also difficult to navigate.
Gulf Air
7.1
Good
200 reviews
SWISS
7.5
Good
1,623 reviews

Entertainment

6.7

Boarding

7.6

Comfort

7.4

Food

7.0

Overall

7.5

Crew

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Yvette,Nov 2024

BOS - ZRH

Food was not very good and the options were poor. The seat wasn't very comfortable. I would not choose to fly on this airline again. Their website was also difficult to navigate.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Illinois to Abu Dhabi. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

  • What airport do you fly into for flights to Abu Dhabi from Illinois?

    Most people fly into Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl (AUH) if they book a flight to Abu Dhabi from Illinois. Zayed Intl is conveniently located just 17.4 mi from Abu Dhabi’s city center.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Illinois to Abu Dhabi one-way?

    $585 is the cheapest one-way deal found within the past few days, from Etihad Airways. You may also be able to find cheap deals on IndiGo and Qatar Airways, with prices starting from $615 and $714, respectively.

  • What are the cheapest flights from Illinois to Abu Dhabi?

    Looking at all options, your cheapest flight can be booked for $447. While the most popular route (Chicago O'Hare Intl - Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl) can be booked for $819 on average our data indicates $2,868 when flying from Illinois to Abu Dhabi.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Illinois to Abu Dhabi that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on Illinois to Abu Dhabi flights, Cheapflights offers vacation packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from Illinois to Abu Dhabi?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from Illinois to Abu Dhabi.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Illinois to Abu Dhabi?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Illinois to Abu Dhabi by cabin class. In addition to browsing deals, you can also filter by cabin class on the search results page after making a search.

  • What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Illinois to Abu Dhabi?

    Currently, March is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Illinois to Abu Dhabi (average of $893). Flying from Illinois to Abu Dhabi in December is currently the most expensive (average of $1,427). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

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Top 4 airlines flying from Illinois to Abu Dhabi

Discover the top 4 airlines that operate flights from Illinois to Abu Dhabi. Compare their services, reliability, and customer satisfaction ratings to choose the airline that best suits your travel preferences and needs. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated June 12, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Turkish AirlinesCheapest$608Average$783FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
Royal JordanianCheapest$748Average$1,546FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time61%
Etihad AirwaysCheapest$797Average$1,212FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
EmiratesCheapest$843Average$1,021FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%

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