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Cheapest return flight
AED 2,758
Typical prices: AED 2,685-AED 4,067
Delta
Sat 1/12Sun 16/12
ORD - DXB • 2 stops
Cheapest direct flights
AED 3,165
Typical prices: AED 3,184-AED 4,388
Emirates
Thu 15/3Sun 22/4
ORD - DXB • Direct
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You can fly direct with Emirates. Average duration is 13h 26m
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Most punctual • 81% on-time
Best time • Fewest delays
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Our data shows that travellers who book at least 23 weeks in advance save around 28% compared to booking last minute.
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Cheapest • 11% price drop
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Cheapest • Avg AED 2,422 (return)
Shortest trip • 18h 42m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from O'Hare Intl to Dubai (ORD-DXB)

 
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Recent return flight deals from O'Hare Intl to Dubai

Tue, 1 Dec - Wed, 16 Dec
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15:59 - 23:20ORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-DXB Dubai Intl
21h 21m2 stops Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson Paris Charles de Gaulle
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01:30 - 21:36DXB  Dubai Intl-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
30h 06m2 stops Paris Charles de Gaulle New York John F Kennedy Intl
AED 2,758Delta
Mon, 1 Mar - Tue, 23 Mar
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10:30 - 23:20ORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-DXB Dubai Intl
26h 50m2 stops Boston Logan Intl Paris Charles de Gaulle
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01:30 - 17:15DXB  Dubai Intl-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
24h 45m1 stop Paris Charles de Gaulle
AED 2,758Delta
Sat, 28 Nov - Sat, 5 Dec
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17:05 - 23:20ORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-DXB Dubai Intl
20h 15m2 stops Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Paris Charles de Gaulle
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01:30 - 16:43DXB  Dubai Intl-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
25h 13m2 stops Paris Charles de Gaulle Minneapolis St Paul
AED 2,758Air France
Mon, 30 Nov - Wed, 16 Dec
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13:30 - 23:20ORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-DXB Dubai Intl
23h 50m2 stops Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson Paris Charles de Gaulle
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01:30 - 16:17DXB  Dubai Intl-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
24h 47m2 stops Paris Charles de Gaulle Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
AED 2,758Air France
Sat, 28 Nov - Sun, 6 Dec
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14:44 - 23:20ORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-DXB Dubai Intl
22h 36m2 stops Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Paris Charles de Gaulle
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01:30 - 19:45DXB  Dubai Intl-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
28h 15m2 stops Paris Charles de Gaulle Minneapolis St Paul
AED 2,758Delta
Sun, 17 Jan - Sat, 23 Jan
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10:33 - 23:20ORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-DXB Dubai Intl
26h 47m2 stops Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Paris Charles de Gaulle
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01:30 - 16:15DXB  Dubai Intl-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
24h 45m1 stop Paris Charles de Gaulle
AED 2,758Delta
Fri, 27 Nov - Tue, 8 Dec
Air France Logo
10:30 - 23:20ORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-DXB Dubai Intl
26h 50m2 stops New York John F Kennedy Intl Paris Charles de Gaulle
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06:30 - 21:36DXB  Dubai Intl-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
25h 06m2 stops Paris Charles de Gaulle Newark
AED 2,758Air France
Fri, 27 Nov - Sat, 5 Dec
Delta Logo
10:30 - 23:20ORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-DXB Dubai Intl
26h 50m2 stops New York John F Kennedy Intl Paris Charles de Gaulle
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01:30 - 18:45DXB  Dubai Intl-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
27h 15m2 stops Paris Charles de Gaulle Boston Logan Intl
AED 2,758Delta
Mon, 30 Nov - Thu, 14 Jan
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18:50 - 22:25ORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-DXB Dubai Intl
17h 35m1 stop Zurich
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01:50 - 12:40DXB  Dubai Intl-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
20h 50m1 stop Zurich
AED 3,264United Airlines
Thu, 3 Dec - Fri, 1 Jan
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18:50 - 22:25ORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-DXB Dubai Intl
17h 35m1 stop Zurich
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01:50 - 12:40DXB  Dubai Intl-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
20h 50m1 stop Zurich
AED 3,301United Airlines
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Price, demand, and travel trends for Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Dubai flights

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How much is a return flight from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Dubai?

Return flights from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Dubai typically range from AED 2,685 to AED 4,067. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was AED 2,758 on Delta.

What's the cheapest day of the week to fly from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Dubai?

Based on deals KAYAK users found in the last 12 months, Tuesday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Dubai. It's 7% cheaper than the average day, while Friday is the most expensive, with prices 7% higher.

What is the cheapest month to fly from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Dubai?

•January is the cheapest month to fly from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Dubai at AED 2,839 return.
•December (AED 4,263) and June (AED 4,164) are the most expensive months.
•The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 50% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

When are flights from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Dubai the cheapest?

Flights from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Dubai are cheapest 23 weeks before departure. Booking in this window typically costs about 28% less than the average last-minute fare (within 2 weeks of the flight), based on KAYAK data.

Key details for Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Dubai flights

Low season

August

Cheapest flight

AED 1,076
Beat the crowds with an average 65% drop in travellers.
The most popular month to fly with an average 84% increase in travellers.
One-way flight from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Dubai

When to book flights from O'Hare Intl to Dubai

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from O'Hare Intl to Dubai based on our flight data from the last year. Discover the cheapest month and even day to fly.
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Your Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Dubai flight questions, answered

Find helpful answers about this route, including flight times, airports, airlines, and booking tips.

  • What are the earliest and latest flights from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Dubai?

    These are the earliest and latest flight times available from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Dubai:

    • Earliest: departs at 19:45 and lands at 09:11
    • Latest: departs at 20:45 and lands at 10:11.

    The flight takes about 13h 26m.

  • Which cabin classes can I book on flights from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Dubai?

    Only Economy class is available on flights from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Dubai.

  • How long is a flight from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Dubai?

    A direct flight from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Dubai takes 13h 26m, covering 18,720 km.

  • Do I need a passport to fly from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Dubai?

    Yes, a valid passport is required for this international route. Many destinations require at least six months of validity beyond your travel dates. Check your passport expiry well before booking.

  • How much should I expect to pay for a Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Dubai flight?

    Return flights from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Dubai range from AED 2,685 to AED 4,067, with an average of AED 3,203 over the past 12 months. Anything below AED 2,685 counts as a good deal.

  • How expensive are last-minute Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Dubai flights?

    Last-minute fares on this route (booked within two weeks of departure) run 10% above the AED 3,203 route average. Book 23 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

  • How much can I save by having a stopover when flying from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Dubai?

    On this route, stopover flights are cheaper than direct options on average. Stopover fares average AED 2,422 return via Istanbul (IST), compared with AED 3,593 for direct.

  • How does on-time performance compare across airlines flying from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Dubai?

    Emirates is the only airline operating Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Dubai flights. 81% of its flights are on time.

  • Which aircraft model is used most often on flights from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Dubai?

    The Boeing 777-300ER family is used most often on this route, operated mainly by Emirates and Air India. Other aircraft seen on the route include Boeing 787 Dreamliner variants.

  • How are flight departures from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Dubai spread across the day?

    Evening is the busiest departure period on Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Dubai flights, with 100% leaving in that window. Morning departures account for 0%, Afternoon flights for 0%, and Night flights for 0%.

  • How are flight prices from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Dubai looking right now?

    One-way fares from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Dubai are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about AED 1,693, which is 18% below the typical average for this route.

  • Which car hire options are available at Dubai Intl Airport (DXB)?

    Dubai Intl Airport (DXB) hosts 5 major car rental companies, with daily rates starting from around AED 98 for economy cars. Top options include:

    • Autostrad Rent A Car
    • AMEX
    • Alamo
    • Europcar
    • Hertz

  • Which airports can I use when flying from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Dubai?

    Flights from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Dubai usually depart from Chicago O'Hare Intl (ORD) and arrive at Dubai Intl (DXB).

  • What time of day has the fewest delays on flights from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Dubai?

    Evening flights have the fewest delays on this route, while night departures tend to have the most.

  • At what point is a flight considered delayed from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Dubai?

    A flight is considered delayed when it departs 15 minutes or more after its scheduled time. This is the standard used by the US Department of Transportation and most airline industry reporting. On the Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Dubai route, 19% of flights were delayed in the past three months, with delays averaging 2h 13m.

  • Which airports do connecting flights from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Dubai pass through?

    One-stop flights from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Dubai most commonly connect through:

    • Istanbul (IST) – 41% of one-stop connections
    • Newark (EWR) – 16% of one-stop connections
    • Doha Hamad Intl (DOH) – 12% of one-stop connections
    • Amman Queen Alia Intl (AMM) – 8% of one-stop connections

  • Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Dubai?

    Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 14% on flights from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Dubai. Tuesday is the cheapest departure day at AED 2,989 return on average, while Friday is the most expensive at AED 3,444, a difference of AED 455.

    KAYAK's flexible dates feature shows options up to three days before and after your selected dates, making it easier to compare nearby fares.

  • Which airlines fly from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Dubai?

    Only Emirates operates flights between Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport and Dubai.

  • How much time can I save by choosing a different stopover airport from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Dubai?

    Flying via Doha Hamad Intl (DOH) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time of 18h 42m, compared to 18h 45m via Amman Queen Alia Intl (AMM) and 18h 49m via London Heathrow (LHR).

  • What is the time difference between Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport and Dubai?

    Dubai is 9 hours ahead of Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport (Gulf Time vs Central Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.

  • What popular places can I visit in Dubai?

    Dubai Mall is one of the most viewed places in Dubai on KAYAK.

  • Which airlines offer extra legroom and free seat selection on Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Dubai flights?

    Among airlines operating Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Dubai flights:

    • Emirates: offers extra legroom; offers free seat selection

    Extra legroom and free seat selection availability depends on fare class and route.

  • Which airlines include bags at no extra cost on Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Dubai flights?

    Here are some options for this route, based on selected ticket types and cabin classes:

    • Emirates: a cabin bag and a checked bag in Economy class

    Baggage allowance can vary by ticket type, cabin class, route, and airline, so always check the fare details before booking.

Your guide to booking Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Dubai flights

Get tips on when to book, when to fly, and what to know before your trip.
  • If your dates are flexible, aim for a Tuesday departure and avoid flying on Friday. On this route, Tuesday flights average AED 2,989, which is about AED 455 less than Friday fares (13% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • For the best chance at a low fare, aim to book around 23 weeks before you fly. On this route, that window historically saves about 28% versus last-minute pricing (KAYAK booking data, last 12 months).
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Dubai trip for January. Fares historically average AED 2,839 return in that month – typically AED 1,425 less than the most expensive month, which is December (based on the last 12 months).
  • If you have the time, taking a 1-stop flight through Istanbul Airport (IST) can be cheaper than flying direct. The cheapest stopover option averages AED 2,422 return on this route – about AED 1,171 less than direct flights (based on the last 12 months).
  • If you're arriving late at night and need somewhere to stay, check out these hotels close to Dubai Intl Airport.

    • Premier Inn Dubai International Airport
    • Le Méridien Dubai Hotel & Conference Centre
    • Mövenpick Grand Al Bustan Dubai

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