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$397+ 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 5/6. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
ORD — AUH
Apr 22 — Apr 291
Tue 4/22
Tue 4/29
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from Illinois to Abu Dhabi

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3 stars

Most trusted provider

AranGrant
3 stars

Round-trip from

$830
(Gotogate)

One-way from

$397
(Kiwi.com)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

March

Average price

$865

Good round-trip deal

$946 or less

Good one-way deal

$409 or less
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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 April 17, 2025.

This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/16. 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 oojo is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 5/71:55 pmORD - AUH
Nonstop13h 25mEtihad Airways
Tue 6/32:55 amAUH - ORD
Nonstop14h 50mEtihad Airways
Deal found 4/16$834
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/15. 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.
Wed 10/111:45 pmORD - AUH
1 stop21h 30mTurkish Airlines
Fri 10/101:35 amAUH - ORD
1 stop29h 25mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 4/15$841
This Ovago deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/16. 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 Ovago is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 12/2510:35 amORD - AUH
1 stop20h 25mRoyal Jordanian
Fri 1/26:00 pmAUH - ORD
1 stop31h 15mRoyal Jordanian
Deal found 4/16$898
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Sun 4/277:25 pmORD - AUH
3 stops23h 30mMultiple Airlines
Tue 5/275:00 amAUH - ORD
3 stops35h 27mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 4/16$950
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/16. 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 oojo is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 4/277:20 pmORD - AUH
1 stop17h 55mQatar Airways
Tue 5/2711:45 pmAUH - ORD
1 stop24h 20mQatar Airways
Deal found 4/16$952
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Sun 4/272:20 pmORD - AUH
1 stop19h 55mSWISS
Mon 5/262:25 amAUH - ORD
1 stop18h 45mSWISS
Deal found 4/16$1,095
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Wed 5/79:40 amMDW - AUH
3 stops26h 35mMultiple Airlines
Thu 5/811:45 pmAUH - MDW
3 stops26h 09mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 4/17$2,041

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ChicagoAbu Dhabi

ORD - AUH

ORDAUH

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 5/7

1:55 pm-12:20 pm

Nonstop13h 25m

Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

Tue 6/3

2:55 am-8:45 am

Nonstop14h 50m

$834

ChicagoAbu Dhabi

ORD - AUH

ORDAUH

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 10/1

11:45 pm-6:15 am

1 stop21h 30m

Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

Fri 10/10

1:35 am-10:00 pm

1 stop29h 25m

$841

ChicagoAbu Dhabi

ORD - AUH

ORDAUH

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 10/1

8:10 pm-12:00 pm

1 stop30h 50m

Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

Sat 10/11

6:45 am-4:10 pm

1 stop18h 25m

$943

ChicagoAbu Dhabi

ORD - AUH

ORDAUH

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sun 4/27

7:25 pm-3:55 am

3 stops23h 30m

Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

Tue 5/27

5:00 am-7:27 am

3 stops35h 27m

$950

ChicagoAbu Dhabi

ORD - AUH

ORDAUH

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sun 4/27

7:20 pm-10:15 pm

1 stop17h 55m

Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

Tue 5/27

11:45 pm-3:05 pm

1 stop24h 20m

$952

ChicagoAbu Dhabi

ORD - AUH

ORDAUH

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sun 4/27

2:20 pm-7:15 pm

1 stop19h 55m

Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

Mon 5/26

2:25 am-12:10 pm

1 stop18h 45m

$1,095

ChicagoAbu Dhabi

MDW - AUH

MDWAUH

Chicago Midway

Wed 5/7

9:40 am-9:15 pm

3 stops26h 35m

Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

Thu 5/8

11:45 pm-4:54 pm

3 stops26h 09m

$2,041

ChicagoAbu Dhabi

ORD - AUH

ORDAUH

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 5/6

5:55 am-8:40 pm

3 stops53h 45m

$397

ChicagoAbu Dhabi

ORD - AUH

ORDAUH

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 9/10

8:10 pm-4:10 am

1 stop23h 00m

$467

ChicagoAbu Dhabi

MDW - AUH

MDWAUH

Chicago Midway

Mon 5/19

1:19 pm-12:15 am

3 stops49h 56m

$477

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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 April 17, 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.

Weekly flight availability from Illinois to Abu Dhabi

Explore weekly flight availability from Illinois to Abu Dhabi. 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 April 17, 2025.

The most flights from USIL to AUH 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).

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 April 17, 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
1,580 reviews

Comfort

7.3

Boarding

7.6

Crew

8.2

Food

7.0

Entertainment

6.7

Overall

7.5

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
1,580 reviews
SWISS
7.5
Good
1,580 reviews

Comfort

7.3

Boarding

7.6

Crew

8.2

Food

7.0

Entertainment

6.7

Overall

7.5

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
3,554 reviews
SWISS
7.5
Good
1,580 reviews

Comfort

7.3

Boarding

7.6

Crew

8.2

Food

7.0

Entertainment

6.7

Overall

7.5

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
1,194 reviews
SWISS
7.5
Good
1,580 reviews

Comfort

7.3

Boarding

7.6

Crew

8.2

Food

7.0

Entertainment

6.7

Overall

7.5

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
3,769 reviews
SWISS
7.5
Good
1,580 reviews

Comfort

7.3

Boarding

7.6

Crew

8.2

Food

7.0

Entertainment

6.7

Overall

7.5

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
1,580 reviews

Comfort

7.3

Boarding

7.6

Crew

8.2

Food

7.0

Entertainment

6.7

Overall

7.5

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?

    $467 is the cheapest one-way deal found within the past few days, from Royal Jordanian. You may also be able to find cheap deals on Etihad Airways and Qatar Airways, with prices starting from $482 and $563, respectively.

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

    Looking at all options, your cheapest flight can be booked for $370. While the most popular route (Chicago O'Hare Intl - Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl) can be booked for $890 on average our data indicates $1,398 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 April 17, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Turkish AirlinesCheapest$608Average$783FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
Royal JordanianCheapest$748Average$2,173FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time61%
Etihad AirwaysCheapest$800Average$1,313FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
LufthansaCheapest$1,150Average$1,174FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%

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