United Arab Emirates

$357+ Cheap flights from Chicago (CHI) to the United Arab Emirates

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CHI — DXB
Jan 17 — Jan 241
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Cheapest flights from Chicago to United Arab Emirates
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Chicago to United Arab Emirates. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on December 18, 2025.

This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/16. 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 12/2312:38 pmORD - DXB
2 stops21h 02mUnited Airlines
Fri 1/162:15 amDXB - ORD
2 stops31h 24mUnited Airlines
Deal found 12/16$682
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Tue 12/309:50 pmORD - DXB
1 stop23h 40mMultiple Airlines
Tue 1/201:50 amDXB - ORD
1 stop24h 30mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/17$695
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/17. 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 12/316:50 pmORD - DXB
1 stop17h 25mSWISS
Sun 1/251:50 amDXB - ORD
1 stop24h 30mSWISS
Deal found 12/17$703
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/17. 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 12/309:50 pmORD - DXB
1 stop23h 40mUnited Airlines
Thu 1/152:15 amDXB - ORD
2 stops26h 04mUnited Airlines
Deal found 12/17$711
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Tue 12/309:50 pmORD - DXB
1 stop23h 40mMultiple Airlines
Tue 1/132:10 amDXB - ORD
2 stops24h 30mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/16$717
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/17. 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.
Tue 12/309:50 pmORD - DXB
1 stop23h 40mLufthansa
Tue 1/201:30 amDXB - ORD
2 stops26h 55mLufthansa
Deal found 12/17$719
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Wed 12/315:20 pmORD - DXB
1 stop25h 10mDelta
Fri 1/166:30 amDXB - ORD
1 stop18h 40mDelta
Deal found 12/17$732
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Wed 12/314:25 pmORD - DXB
1 stop21h 36mKLM
Tue 1/1311:00 amDXB - ORD
1 stop38h 10mKLM
Deal found 12/16$744
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Fri 12/192:30 pmORD - DXB
2 stops45h 45mUnited Airlines
Sun 1/41:50 amDXB - ORD
2 stops46h 35mUnited Airlines
Deal found 12/16$748
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/16. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 12/309:29 amMDW - DXB
2 stops28h 32mDelta
Mon 1/121:55 amDXB - MDW
2 stops26h 37mDelta
Deal found 12/16$796
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Tue 12/309:29 amMDW - DXB
2 stops28h 32mDelta
Wed 1/216:45 amDXB - MDW
2 stops25h 37mDelta
Deal found 12/17$903
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Mon 12/291:10 pmORD - AUH
Nonstop13h 20mMultiple Airlines
Wed 1/1410:30 pmAUH - ORD
3 stops50h 55mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/17$1,229

Find flight deals from Chicago to United Arab Emirates

Keep the following information in mind while searching for Chicago to United Arab Emirates flight deals. Data was last updated December 18, 2025.

Most accurate provider

Justfly.com
3 stars

Most trusted provider

Justfly.com
3 stars

Round-trip from

$671
(United Airlines)

One-way from

$357
(SmartFares)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

September

Average price

$1,272

Good round-trip deal

$813 or less

Good one-way deal

$396 or less
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From Chicago (CHI) to United Arab Emirates
One-way flight from Chicago (CHI) to United Arab Emirates
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 7% potential increase in price ($76 potential increase over avg. RT price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease ($29 potential savings vs. average RT price).
Average for round-trip flights in December 2025
Price to beat on a round-trip flight from Chicago (CHI) to United Arab Emirates.
Price to beat on a one-way flight from Chicago (CHI) to United Arab Emirates.

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Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Chicago to the United Arab Emirates that are best for you.

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Chicago

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United Arab Emirates

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ChicagoDubai

ORD - DXB

ORDDXB

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sat 1/17

3:35 pm-7:40 pm

1 stop18h 05m

Dubai Intl

Mon 1/26

2:15 am-12:05 pm

1 stop19h 50m

$677

ChicagoDubai

ORD - DXB

ORDDXB

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mon 1/12

4:15 pm-7:40 pm

1 stop17h 25m

Dubai Intl

Wed 1/21

2:15 am-1:15 pm

1 stop21h 00m

$677

ChicagoDubai

ORD - DXB

ORDDXB

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mon 3/9

9:20 pm-1:10 am

1 stop18h 50m

Dubai Intl

Thu 3/12

3:05 pm-7:25 pm

1 stop37h 20m

$694

ChicagoDubai

ORD - DXB

ORDDXB

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Thu 1/15

3:35 pm-10:15 pm

2 stops20h 40m

Dubai Intl

Wed 1/21

2:15 am-12:05 pm

1 stop19h 50m

$707

ChicagoDubai

ORD - DXB

ORDDXB

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sun 1/18

1:55 pm-12:01 am

2 stops24h 06m

Dubai Intl

Sun 2/1

1:55 am-2:20 pm

1 stop22h 25m

$716

ChicagoDubai

ORD - DXB

ORDDXB

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sat 1/17

4:25 pm-12:01 am

1 stop21h 36m

Dubai Intl

Fri 1/23

1:55 am-2:20 pm

1 stop22h 25m

$716

ChicagoDubai

ORD - DXB

ORDDXB

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mon 1/12

4:25 pm-12:01 am

1 stop21h 36m

Dubai Intl

Sat 1/24

1:30 am-3:10 pm

1 stop23h 40m

$716

ChicagoDubai

ORD - DXB

ORDDXB

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 2/4

2:00 pm-7:40 pm

2 stops19h 40m

Dubai Intl

Mon 2/9

9:20 am-6:25 pm

1 stop19h 05m

$717

ChicagoDubai

ORD - DXB

ORDDXB

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Fri 1/23

12:38 pm-7:40 pm

2 stops21h 02m

Dubai Intl

Sun 2/1

9:20 am-6:25 pm

1 stop19h 05m

$717

ChicagoDubai

ORD - DXB

ORDDXB

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Thu 3/5

11:15 am-7:40 pm

2 stops22h 25m

Dubai Intl

Mon 3/23

9:20 am-7:25 pm

1 stop19h 05m

$717

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Best time to book a flight from Chicago to United Arab Emirates

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to United Arab Emirates from Chicago with our price prediction graph.
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Everything you need to know about your flight from Chicago to the United Arab Emirates

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Chicago to United Arab Emirates?

Currently, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Chicago to United Arab Emirates (average of $561). Flying from Chicago to United Arab Emirates in June is currently the most expensive (average of $882). 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 CHI to AE?

Find hourly flight availability from Chicago to United Arab Emirates. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated December 18, 2025.

It’s optimal to fly from Chicago to United Arab Emirates at noon. By choosing this option you can save up to 21% on the cost of your flight, compared to a flight in the morning.

What is the cheapest day to fly from Chicago to United Arab Emirates?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from Chicago to United Arab Emirates. Price data was last updated on December 16, 2024.

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Chicago to United Arab Emirates flight should consider departing on Sunday evenings when fares are most often at their lowest. Friday evenings flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

Weekly flight availability from Chicago to United Arab Emirates

Explore weekly flight availability from Chicago to United Arab Emirates. Discover flights operating on different days of the week, giving you the flexibility to choose a travel day that best fits your plans. Compare info to find the most convenient option for your journey. Data last updated December 18, 2025.

The most flights from CHI to AE0 are scheduled on a Monday (1 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Monday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (1 on average).

How often are flights from Chicago to the United Arab Emirates delayed?

About 23% of weekly flights between Chicago and United Arab Emirates have experienced delays in the past year, with the average delay time being 130 minutes.

What is the most punctual flight time for Chicago to the United Arab Emirates flights?

Historically, flights departing in the morning are less likely to be delayed, whereas flights leaving at night tend to experience delays more often.

What day of the week experiences the fewest flight delays on this route?

Tuesday tends to have the lowest number of delays on this route, whereas Monday has historically faced a higher average of delays compared to other days of the week.

Which airline has the best punctuality record on Chicago to the United Arab Emirates flights?

Over the last year, Emirates have had the lowest number of delays on this route, with just 23% of flights being delayed.

Reviews of airlines servicing United Arab Emirates

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to United Arab Emirates. 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 United Arab Emirates. Reviews last updated December 18, 2025.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown Emirates, Etihad Airways, and United Airlines from Chicago to the United Arab Emirates. 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.

Entertainment

8.2

Food

7.9

Crew

8.3

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Peter,Nov 2025

HKT - DXB

Great flight and the best food I’ve had on a plane

Entertainment

8.2

Food

7.9

Crew

8.3

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Peter,Nov 2025

HKT - DXB

Great flight and the best food I’ve had on a plane

Entertainment

8.2

Food

7.9

Crew

8.3

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Peter,Nov 2025

HKT - DXB

Great flight and the best food I’ve had on a plane

Entertainment

8.2

Food

7.9

Crew

8.3

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Peter,Nov 2025

HKT - DXB

Great flight and the best food I’ve had on a plane

Entertainment

8.2

Food

7.9

Crew

8.3

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Peter,Nov 2025

HKT - DXB

Great flight and the best food I’ve had on a plane

Entertainment

8.2

Food

7.9

Crew

8.3

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Peter,Nov 2025

HKT - DXB

Great flight and the best food I’ve had on a plane

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Chicago to United Arab Emirates. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.
  • How long is the flight from Chicago to United Arab Emirates?

    Airlines like United Airlines, Turkish Airlines, and Delta fly from Chicago to United Arab Emirates in about 18h 05m. The time it takes to get you to your destination can typically vary by up to 6h 01m. There are 7228 mi between Chicago and United Arab Emirates. This flight may include one or multiple stops.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Chicago to United Arab Emirates one-way?

    The cheapest airline one-way is Delta, with whom users have recently found tickets for as low as $321. However, be on the lookout for offers from Qatar Airways and Royal Jordanian, as they are both options that can get you from Chicago to United Arab Emirates for a low price.

  • What are the most popular routes from Chicago to United Arab Emirates?

  • What are the cheapest flights from Chicago to United Arab Emirates?

    Looking for the cheapest flight from Chicago to United Arab Emirates? While on average our users pay $5,692, our data indicates the cheapest price to be $616. The most popular route (Chicago O'Hare Intl - Dubai Intl), is priced around $582.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Chicago to United Arab Emirates that include hotel bookings?

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

  • How can I find direct flights from Chicago to United Arab Emirates?

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

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Chicago to United Arab Emirates?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Chicago to United Arab Emirates 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 Chicago to United Arab Emirates?

    Currently, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Chicago to United Arab Emirates (average of $561). Flying from Chicago to United Arab Emirates in June is currently the most expensive (average of $882). 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 10 airlines flying from Chicago to United Arab Emirates

Discover the top 10 airlines that operate flights from Chicago to United Arab Emirates. 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 December 18, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Royal JordanianCheapest$525Average$1,158FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time61%
Turkish AirlinesCheapest$582Average$774FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
Air IndiaCheapest$630Average$767FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
SWISSCheapest$631Average$979FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time79%
Air CanadaCheapest$662Average$938FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
United AirlinesCheapest$665Average$927FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
Qatar AirwaysCheapest$679Average$845FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
KLMCheapest$700Average$749FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
Air FranceCheapest$701Average$817FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
DeltaCheapest$701Average$800FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A

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