Flying from Chicago to Abu Dhabi Zayed International Airport (AUH): What you need to know
Chicago's main base, Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD), is where plenty of awesome adventures begin. Explore the departure options from here when searching for a flight from Chicago to Abu Dhabi Zayed International Airport (AUH).
13 hours 25 minutes is the average journey time for a direct Chicago to Abu Dhabi Zayed International Airport flight.
The timezone in Abu Dhabi is UTC+4, which is ten hours ahead of Chicago. Abu Dhabi Zayed International Airport is located in Abu Dhabi.
The most popular route is from Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD) to Abu Dhabi Zayed International Airport (AUH). There are 7 direct services each week. Etihad Airways operates a 1:10pm departure between ORD and AUH.
Get to the airport on time so you don't miss your flight from Chicago to AUH. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid the mad dash to your gate.
Getting on a plane during a peak time like July? High seasons (like Christmas and New Year) can add another hour at check-in and security. Play things extra safe and arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours before a domestic departure.
Airports in Chicago
Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD)
You can take a direct flight from Chicago to Abu Dhabi Zayed International Airport (AUH) departing from Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD).
You can get away on a direct flight from Chicago to Abu Dhabi Zayed International Airport with Etihad Airways. This top airline offers services from ORD.
Most passengers choose to fly with Etihad Airways between ORD and AUH.
The carrier with the best on-time arrival rate on this route is Etihad Airways.
Consider adding a stopover to find cheap flights from Chicago to AUH. Just deselect 'Direct flights only' when browsing departures from Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD). Take a break from travelling at one of these popular airports:
Frankfurt Airport (FRA)
Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG)
Doha Hamad International Airport (DOH)
ORD is around 27 kms (17 miles) from central Chicago. If you're catching a taxi, ride-sharing or driving from the centre, it'll take you 30 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic. If you're taking public transport, expect the journey time to be around 45 minutes.
Want a hassle-free start to your travels? Stay near Chicago O'Hare International Airport. Whether you've booked an early flight from Chicago to Abu Dhabi Zayed International Airport or just don't like being rushed, these hotels are the ideal choice:
70% of flights departing from Chicago O'Hare International Airport touch down at their destination on schedule.
The address for ORD is 10000 West O'Hare.
Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW)
Break up your flight from Chicago to Abu Dhabi Zayed International Airport with a stop at Boston Logan International Airport (BOS). A main stopover between Chicago Midway International Airport and AUH, it's a good opportunity to enjoy some downtime before continuing your journey.
You can reach MDW from central Chicago in approximately 25 minutes by car, depending on traffic conditions. The ride on public transport takes roughly 30 minutes to cover the 16 kms (10 miles) or so.
Flying off with the first light? Think about checking in to one of these accommodation options near Chicago Midway International Airport the day before your Chicago to AUH flight:
Chicago Midway International Airport has an on-time performance rate of 76%. This figure sheds light on how frequently flights that leave from this airport arrive on schedule.
MDW is located at 5700 South Cicero.
Chicago Rockford International Airport (RFD)
The journey to RFD from central Chicago is around 2 hours by public transport. If you're in a car, it'll take you roughly 1 hour 40 minutes to cover the 145 kms (90 miles) or so.
Make catching an early Chicago to Abu Dhabi Zayed International Airport flight the easiest part of your trip. Stay at one of these accommodation options near Chicago Rockford International Airport and get to your check-in counter feeling relaxed and unhurried:
The on-time performance record of RFD is 71%. In simpler terms, that's how often flights departing this airport arrive at their destination as planned.
Chicago Rockford International Airport is located at 2 Airport Cir.
About Abu Dhabi Zayed International Airport (AUH)
Have a late flight from Chicago to Abu Dhabi Zayed International Airport? Don't let it leave you bleary-eyed. Stay at one of these hotels near AUH and turn in quicker:
Getting from Abu Dhabi Zayed International Airport (AUH) to central Abu Dhabi
Abu Dhabi Zayed International Airport is around 32 kms (20 miles) from the centre of Abu Dhabi. It takes around 30 minutes or so to get to the city by car.
Travelling by public transport will take you around 1 hour.
How to find the cheapest flights from Chicago to Abu Dhabi Zayed International Airport (AUH)
£349 is currently the best price for a one-way ticket from Chicago to Abu Dhabi Zayed International Airport. A return flight starts from £561. These fares can change based on availability and demand.
Lock in cheap flights from Chicago to AUH by booking three months ahead. According to our research, that's the sweet spot for landing a bargain.
Schedule your trip for August. That's the best month for scoring an incredible deal on Chicago to Abu Dhabi Zayed International Airport tickets. If you're flexible on when you fly, use the 'Whole month' tool to find the cheapest price across each month.
There's no need to search every day to find out if prices have dropped when you set up a Price Alert. We'll notify you when a lower fare pops up on plane tickets from Chicago to AUH.
Filters make it easier to save some cash on your flight from Chicago to Abu Dhabi Zayed International Airport. Choose the airlines, flight times and stops that check all your boxes. Then sort the results by 'Cheapest' to find the lowest price right away.
The best time to fly from Chicago to Abu Dhabi Zayed International Airport (AUH)
December is the quietest month for flights from Chicago to Abu Dhabi Zayed International Airport (AUH), while August is the most popular. Figure out the ideal time to go to Abu Dhabi based on whether you like a bustling atmosphere or a more laid-back vibe.
The warmest month in Abu Dhabi is August, with temperatures ranging between 30ºC and 42ºC. Lock in your Chicago to AUH plane ticket then if this is the type of weather you enjoy.
January sees temperatures of between 14ºC and 25ºC. Search for cheap tickets from Chicago to Abu Dhabi Zayed International Airport around that time if you like cooler conditions.
More about Abu Dhabi
Start your Abu Dhabi trip right by choosing the ideal place to stay. After booking your flight from Chicago to Abu Dhabi Zayed International Airport, browse our range of accommodation options including:
Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque and Sheikh Zayed Bin Sultan Mosque are just the start of the leading attractions to add to your Abu Dhabi to-do list. Keep the adventure rolling by checking out Emirates Palace.
Explore more of the United Arab Emirates
Dubai is just one of the many places in the United Arab Emirates waiting to be discovered once you've seen the sights of Abu Dhabi. Around 105 kms (65 miles) away to the northeast, its best attractions include Burj Khalifa, Dubai Opera and Dubai Gold Souk.
Sharjah is another essential stop in the United Arab Emirates and is around 129 kms (80 miles) northeast of Abu Dhabi. No journey is complete without a visit to Rain Room, Al Noor Mosque and Adventureland.
