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$412+ 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 4/30. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
ORD — AUH
avr. 6 — avr. 131
dim. 4/6
dim. 4/13
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from Illinois to Abu Dhabi

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Most accurate provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$763
(oojo)

One-way from

$412
(Kiwi.com)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

March

Average price

$865

Good round-trip deal

$919 or less

Good one-way deal

$403 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 avril 1, 2025.

This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/31. 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.
ven. 9/128:10 pmORD - AUH
1 stop23h 00mRoyal Jordanian
sam. 9/206:45 amAUH - ORD
1 stop33h 05mRoyal Jordanian
Deal found 3/31$763
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/31. 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.
ven. 9/121:55 pmORD - AUH
Nonstop13h 25mEtihad Airways
ven. 9/192:55 amAUH - ORD
Nonstop14h 50mEtihad Airways
Deal found 3/31$818
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/31. 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.
lun. 9/2211:45 pmORD - AUH
1 stop21h 30mTurkish Airlines
jeu. 10/21:35 amAUH - ORD
1 stop17h 05mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 3/31$840
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/31. 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.
dim. 9/217:20 pmORD - AUH
1 stop17h 55mQatar Airways
sam. 10/411:45 pmAUH - ORD
1 stop24h 20mQatar Airways
Deal found 3/31$970
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mar. 5/1312:00 pmORD - AUH
3 stops26h 15mMultiple Airlines
mar. 5/205:00 amAUH - ORD
3 stops35h 27mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 3/31$971
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ven. 9/127:50 pmORD - AUH
2 stops45h 55mIndiGo
ven. 9/193:45 amAUH - ORD
2 stops47h 10mIndiGo
Deal found 3/31$1,055
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mar. 5/139:20 pmORD - AUH
2 stops36h 55mSWISS
mar. 5/202:20 pmAUH - ORD
1 stop34h 35mSWISS
Deal found 4/1$1,117
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ven. 5/169:40 amMDW - AUH
3 stops24h 45mMultiple Airlines
jeu. 5/222:20 amAUH - MDW
3 stops23h 34mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 4/1$1,786

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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 avril 1, 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

ven. 9/12

8:10 pm-4:10 am

1 stop23h 00m

Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

sam. 9/20

6:45 am-6:50 am

1 stop33h 05m

$763

ChicagoAbu Dhabi

ORD - AUH

ORDAUH

Chicago O'Hare Intl

ven. 9/12

1:55 pm-12:20 pm

Nonstop13h 25m

Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

ven. 9/19

2:55 am-8:45 am

Nonstop14h 50m

$818

ChicagoAbu Dhabi

ORD - AUH

ORDAUH

Chicago O'Hare Intl

lun. 9/22

11:45 pm-6:15 am

1 stop21h 30m

Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

jeu. 10/2

1:35 am-9:40 am

1 stop17h 05m

$840

ChicagoAbu Dhabi

ORD - AUH

ORDAUH

Chicago O'Hare Intl

dim. 9/21

7:20 pm-10:15 pm

1 stop17h 55m

Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

sam. 10/4

11:45 pm-3:05 pm

1 stop24h 20m

$970

ChicagoAbu Dhabi

ORD - AUH

ORDAUH

Chicago O'Hare Intl

mar. 5/13

12:00 pm-11:15 pm

3 stops26h 15m

Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

mar. 5/20

5:00 am-7:27 am

3 stops35h 27m

$971

ChicagoAbu Dhabi

ORD - AUH

ORDAUH

Chicago O'Hare Intl

ven. 9/12

7:50 pm-2:45 am

2 stops45h 55m

Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

ven. 9/19

3:45 am-5:55 pm

2 stops47h 10m

$1,055

ChicagoAbu Dhabi

ORD - AUH

ORDAUH

Chicago O'Hare Intl

mar. 5/13

9:20 pm-7:15 pm

2 stops36h 55m

Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

mar. 5/20

2:20 pm-3:55 pm

1 stop34h 35m

$1,117

ChicagoAbu Dhabi

MDW - AUH

MDWAUH

Chicago Midway

ven. 5/16

9:40 am-7:25 pm

3 stops24h 45m

Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

jeu. 5/22

2:20 am-4:54 pm

3 stops23h 34m

$1,786

ChicagoAbu Dhabi

ORD - AUH

ORDAUH

Chicago O'Hare Intl

mer. 4/30

5:55 am-12:20 am

3 stops57h 25m

$412

ChicagoAbu Dhabi

ORD - AUH

ORDAUH

Chicago O'Hare Intl

ven. 7/11

12:00 pm-11:15 pm

3 stops50h 15m

$527

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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 avril 1, 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 avril 1, 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
1,572 reviews

Entertainment

6.7

Crew

8.2

Food

7.0

Overall

7.5

Boarding

7.6

Comfort

7.4

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
1,572 reviews
SWISS
7.5
Good
1,572 reviews

Entertainment

6.7

Crew

8.2

Food

7.0

Overall

7.5

Boarding

7.6

Comfort

7.4

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
3,541 reviews
SWISS
7.5
Good
1,572 reviews

Entertainment

6.7

Crew

8.2

Food

7.0

Overall

7.5

Boarding

7.6

Comfort

7.4

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
1,181 reviews
SWISS
7.5
Good
1,572 reviews

Entertainment

6.7

Crew

8.2

Food

7.0

Overall

7.5

Boarding

7.6

Comfort

7.4

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
3,748 reviews
SWISS
7.5
Good
1,572 reviews

Entertainment

6.7

Crew

8.2

Food

7.0

Overall

7.5

Boarding

7.6

Comfort

7.4

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
1,572 reviews

Entertainment

6.7

Crew

8.2

Food

7.0

Overall

7.5

Boarding

7.6

Comfort

7.4

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?

    $527 is the cheapest one-way deal found within the past few days, from Air India. You may also be able to find cheap deals on Etihad Airways and IndiGo, with prices starting from $553 and $626, respectively.

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

    Looking at all options, your cheapest flight can be booked for $363. While the most popular route (Chicago O'Hare Intl - Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl) can be booked for $763 on average our data indicates $1,921 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 5 airlines flying from Illinois to Abu Dhabi

Discover the top 5 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 avril 1, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Turkish AirlinesCheapest$608Average$782FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
Royal JordanianCheapest$748Average$1,017FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time61%
Etihad AirwaysCheapest$798Average$1,354FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
EmiratesCheapest$843Average$1,009FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
LufthansaCheapest$1,150Average$1,182FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%

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