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$405+ Cheap flights from Dubai, United Arab Emirates (DXB) to Chicago (CHI)

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 11/19. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
DXB — CHI
Nov 28 — Dec 51
Fri 11/28
Fri 12/5
1 adult, Economy
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Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Dubai (DXB) to Chicago (CHI). Learn about various techniques such as flexible date searches, comparing prices across and setting up price alerts. Use these methods to find the cheapest flights available for your travel needs. Data last updated October 29, 2025.

Most accurate provider

Mytrip
3 stars

Most trusted provider

Mytrip
3 stars

Round-trip from

$729
(United Airlines)

One-way from

$405
(SAUDIA)

Popular in

August

Cheapest in

October

Average price

$806

Good one-way deal

$1,116 or less
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Explore the most affordable flight options available from Dubai to Chicago. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on October 29, 2025.

This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/28. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 11/42:15 amDXB - ORD
2 stops21h 40mUnited Airlines
Tue 11/112:30 pmORD - DXB
1 stop19h 10mUnited Airlines
Deal found 10/28$729
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/27. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 12/242:15 amDXB - ORD
1 stop19h 50mUnited Airlines
Tue 1/134:25 pmORD - DXB
1 stop17h 15mUnited Airlines
Deal found 10/27$742
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/28. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 11/22:15 amDXB - ORD
1 stop20h 59mUnited Airlines
Mon 11/103:07 pmORD - DXB
1 stop18h 33mUnited Airlines
Deal found 10/28$743
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/28. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 11/102:15 amDXB - ORD
1 stop20h 59mUnited Airlines
Wed 11/124:20 pmORD - DXB
1 stop17h 20mUnited Airlines
Deal found 10/28$751
This Bravofly deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/28. 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 Bravofly is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 12/221:50 amDXB - ORD
1 stop24h 30mMultiple Airlines
Fri 1/169:50 pmORD - DXB
1 stop23h 40mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 10/28$757
This Gotogate deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/29. 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 Gotogate is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 11/91:30 amDXB - ORD
1 stop23h 40mMultiple Airlines
Sat 11/296:50 pmORD - DXB
1 stop17h 25mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 10/29$759
This Booking.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/28. 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 Booking.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 11/101:50 amDXB - ORD
1 stop24h 30mSWISS
Fri 11/146:50 pmORD - DXB
1 stop17h 25mSWISS
Deal found 10/28$760
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/27. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 12/251:50 amDXB - ORD
1 stop24h 30mUnited Airlines
Thu 1/84:25 pmORD - DXB
1 stop17h 15mUnited Airlines
Deal found 10/27$764
This Booking.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/28. 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 Booking.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 11/81:30 amDXB - ORD
1 stop21h 31mMultiple Airlines
Tue 11/256:50 pmORD - DXB
1 stop17h 25mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 10/28$765
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/28. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 11/42:15 amDXB - ORD
1 stop20h 59mUnited Airlines
Fri 11/149:50 pmORD - DXB
1 stop23h 40mUnited Airlines
Deal found 10/28$767
This Booking.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/28. 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 Booking.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 11/121:50 amDXB - ORD
1 stop24h 30mSWISS
Mon 11/176:50 pmORD - DXB
1 stop17h 25mSWISS
Deal found 10/28$768
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/27. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 10/282:15 amDXB - ORD
1 stop19h 59mUnited Airlines
Sun 11/96:50 pmORD - DXB
1 stop17h 25mUnited Airlines
Deal found 10/27$770

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Customize your flight search to find flights from Dubai to Chicago 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 October 29, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Dubai to Chicago that are best for you.

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DubaiChicago

DXB - ORD

DXBORD

Dubai Intl

Mon 11/10

2:15 am-1:14 pm

1 stop20h 59m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mon 11/17

4:20 pm-7:40 pm

1 stop17h 20m

$729

DubaiChicago

DXB - ORD

DXBORD

Dubai Intl

Sun 11/23

2:15 am-1:55 pm

2 stops21h 40m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mon 12/1

9:00 am-7:40 pm

2 stops24h 40m

$751

DubaiChicago

DXB - ORD

DXBORD

Dubai Intl

Wed 2/11

2:15 am-4:51 pm

2 stops24h 36m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Fri 2/20

1:00 pm-7:40 pm

2 stops20h 40m

$751

DubaiChicago

DXB - ORD

DXBORD

Dubai Intl

Mon 11/10

2:15 am-1:14 pm

1 stop20h 59m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sun 11/16

2:30 pm-7:40 pm

1 stop19h 10m

$751

DubaiChicago

DXB - ORD

DXBORD

Dubai Intl

Wed 11/12

2:15 am-1:14 pm

1 stop20h 59m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sun 11/16

3:07 pm-7:40 pm

1 stop18h 33m

$751

DubaiChicago

DXB - ORD

DXBORD

Dubai Intl

Tue 3/31

1:15 am-3:55 pm

1 stop23h 40m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Thu 4/9

3:00 pm-6:35 pm

2 stops18h 35m

$760

DubaiChicago

DXB - ORD

DXBORD

Dubai Intl

Tue 3/31

1:15 am-3:55 pm

1 stop23h 40m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 4/8

4:45 pm-6:35 pm

1 stop16h 50m

$760

DubaiChicago

DXB - ORD

DXBORD

Dubai Intl

Tue 3/31

1:15 am-3:55 pm

1 stop23h 40m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sat 4/11

3:00 pm-6:35 pm

2 stops18h 35m

$760

DubaiChicago

DXB - ORD

DXBORD

Dubai Intl

Tue 3/31

1:15 am-3:55 pm

1 stop23h 40m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sun 4/12

2:20 pm-6:35 pm

1 stop19h 15m

$760

DubaiChicago

DXB - ORD

DXBORD

Dubai Intl

Mon 11/10

2:15 am-1:14 pm

1 stop20h 59m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 11/18

6:50 pm-10:15 pm

1 stop17h 25m

$764

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Compare providers for flights from Dubai to Chicago

Provider information is updated monthly. Please note that these providers often have deals for this flight, but the availability may vary on a day-by-day basis on Cheapflights.
Use the table below to compare price accuracy, trust ratings, and cancellation policies for each provider offering flight deals from Dubai to Chicago in October.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*1 star
eDreamsPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
CheapflightsfaresPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*2 stars
PricelinePrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars
MytripPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
oojoPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
Kiwi.comPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
SmartFaresPrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*1 star

*The Trust Score is based on feedback from users after their booking experience. It measures overall satisfaction, helping us identify issues like hidden fees, problems during the ticketing process, and the quality of customer service. This score is our best indicator of the provider's quality and reliability.

  • Most accurate provider: When it comes to deals on Dubai-Chicago flights, users find the pricing of Mytrip to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. Mytrip Users can find the same prices on Dubai-Chicago flight deals on Cheapflights vs. Mytrip >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from Dubai-Chicago flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on Dubai-Chicago flights, Cheapflights users trust Mytrip the most. Mytrip has received a user feedback score of 3 out of 3 stars (3 being the best), meaning they have been trusted the most by Cheapflights users looking for Dubai-Chicago flight deals. Provider user feedback score is based on Cheapflights searches over the past month and is updated monthly.

Best time to book a flight from Dubai to Chicago

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Cheapflights Insights

Everything you need to know about your flight from Dubai to Chicago

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Dubai to Chicago. Price data was last updated on October 24, 2025.

Booking 71 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights from Dubai to Chicago. The general trend is that the closer you book to the departure date, the more expensive your flight will be.

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Dubai to Chicago?

Currently, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Dubai to Chicago (average of $653). Flying from Dubai to Chicago in January is currently the most expensive (average of $832). 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 DXB to CHI?

Find hourly flight availability from Dubai to Chicago. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated October 29, 2025.

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

What’s the top layover airport for flights from Dubai to Chicago?

Share of 1-stop round-trip flights from Dubai to Chicago chosen by Cheapflights users in the past 12 months, using the same layover each way.

Amsterdam (AMS) – chosen by Cheapflights users on 38% of 1-stop itineraries from Dubai to Chicago on Cheapflights.

What’s the cheapest layover airport for flights from Dubai to Chicago?

Average round-trip fare for 1-stop flights from Dubai to Chicago, chosen by Cheapflights users in the past 12 months, with the same layover each way.

Istanbul (IST) is the most affordable 1-stop option, with an average round-trip price of $744.

What’s the fastest layover option from Dubai to Chicago?

Shortest average travel time for 1-stop one-way flights from Dubai to Chicago, based on itineraries clicked by Cheapflights users over the past 12 months, grouped by layover airport.

Flights via Amman (AMM) have the shortest average one-way travel time for 1-stop routes: 18h 16m.

Which airport typically offers the quickest layover for flights from Dubai to Chicago?

Average layover duration for 1-stop one-way flights from Dubai to Chicago, chosen by Cheapflights users in the last 12 months, grouped by stopover airport.

Flights via Newark (EWR) offer the fastest connection on this route, with an average layover time of 2h 38m.

The best insider tips for Dubai to Chicago flights

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Cheapflights partnered with top experts to bring you the best recommendations for your Dubai to Chicago trip
Airports
DXB

For a quick departure, use the Dubai Metro's Red Line to reach Terminals 1 and 3 efficiently.

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ORD

Expect long walks to immigration at ORD Terminal 5 after international flights, with no moving walkways available.

Read more about ORDby Ramsey Qubein
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Reviews of airlines servicing Chicago

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Chicago. 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 Chicago. Reviews last updated October 29, 2025.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Emirates, KLM, and United Airlines from Dubai to Chicago by reading reviews from past customers. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,394 reviews

Food

7.9

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

8.2

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.3

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Sep 2025

DXB - ORD

Overall it was wonderfull for the amount I paid for.
Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,394 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,394 reviews

Food

7.9

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

8.2

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.3

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Sep 2025

DXB - ORD

Overall it was wonderfull for the amount I paid for.
KLM
7.7
Good
1,406 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,394 reviews

Food

7.9

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

8.2

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.3

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Sep 2025

DXB - ORD

Overall it was wonderfull for the amount I paid for.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,001 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,394 reviews

Food

7.9

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

8.2

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.3

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Sep 2025

DXB - ORD

Overall it was wonderfull for the amount I paid for.
Turkish Airlines
7.3
Good
4,031 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,394 reviews

Food

7.9

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

8.2

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.3

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Sep 2025

DXB - ORD

Overall it was wonderfull for the amount I paid for.
British Airways
6.7
Okay
7,485 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,394 reviews

Food

7.9

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

8.2

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.3

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Sep 2025

DXB - ORD

Overall it was wonderfull for the amount I paid for.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Dubai to Chicago. 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 from for flights from Dubai to Chicago?

    Dubai Intl (DXB), located 6.8 mi from the city center, is the airport you fly out of when you book flights from Dubai to Chicago. 5 airlines have flights from Dubai Intl to Chicago on a regular basis. Booking flights from Dubai Intl to Chicago should not be difficult; the airport handles an average of 0 outbound flights to Chicago per day.

  • How long is the flight from Dubai to Chicago?

    United Airlines and Delta can get you from Dubai to Chicago in just under 20h 59m. Your travel time can differ by up to 5h 39m. There are 7228 mi between Dubai and Chicago. Both multi-stop and nonstop flights can be found to your destination and back.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Dubai to Chicago round-trip?

    Cheapflights users have booked flights from Dubai to Chicago round-trip from $645. Other airlines that can offer you cheap pricing are United Airlines, from $738, and KLM, from $773. Users have found that Royal Jordanian is 30% cheaper than the other options available to this destination.

  • What are the cheapest flights from Dubai to Chicago?

    While on average a flight from Dubai to Chicago is generally $3,151, our data shows the cheapest flight currently is $1,018. When looking at the most popular route, (Dubai Intl - Chicago O'Hare Intl), you can expect to pay $794 for that flight.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Dubai to Chicago that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on Dubai to Chicago flights, Cheapflights offers vacation packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from Dubai to Chicago?

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

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Dubai to Chicago?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Dubai to Chicago 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 Dubai to Chicago?

    Currently, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Dubai to Chicago (average of $653). Flying from Dubai to Chicago in January is currently the most expensive (average of $832). 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 5 airlines flying from Dubai to Chicago

Discover the top 5 airlines that operate flights from Dubai to Chicago. 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 October 29, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Royal JordanianCheapest$645Average$1,008FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time61%
United AirlinesCheapest$738Average$782FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
KLMCheapest$773Average$854FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
British AirwaysCheapest$831Average$1,028FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
EmiratesCheapest$1,325Average$1,619FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%

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