Flying from Chicago to Dubai: what you need to know
There are a couple of main airports to choose from in Chicago. Check out your options leaving from O'Hare International Airport (ORD) or Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW) when searching for a flight from Chicago to Dubai.
Dubai Airport (DXB) and Dubai World Central - Al Maktoum International Airport (DWC) are Dubai's chief entry points.
The average time for a direct Chicago to Dubai flight is 13 hours 30 minutes.
The timezone in Dubai is UTC+4, which is nine hours ahead of Chicago.
With seven weekly flights between the two airports, O'Hare International Airport (ORD) to Dubai Airport (DXB) is the most popular route. Hop on the first flight from Chicago to Dubai with Emirates at 19:45. If you prefer to get more out of your day before flying, the latest departure from ORD to DXB is with Emirates at 20:45.
For stress-free travel, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. That way, you won't have to rush to catch your Chicago to Dubai flight.
Flying during a peak time like August? High seasons (like Thanksgiving, Christmas and spring break) can add an hour at security. Play things extra safe and arrive up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours before a domestic departure.
How to find the cheapest flights from Chicago to Dubai
To secure cheap Chicago to Dubai flights, book your trip one month ahead of your departure date.
April is the best month for nabbing an awesome deal on a plane ticket from Chicago to Dubai. If you'd like to travel at a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will give you the lowest prices across every month.
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Flying from Chicago
O'Hare International Airport (ORD)
You can book a direct flight from Chicago to Dubai jetting off from O'Hare International Airport (ORD). Start your trip at ORD and end it at Dubai Airport (DXB).
Emirates is a well-known airline that offers direct Chicago to Dubai plane tickets from ORD.
We make it easy to book a Chicago to Dubai flight with a stopover. To see all your options departing from O'Hare International Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, simply choose a flight with a stop long enough to tour your chosen city. Popular stopovers include:
Frankfurt Airport (FRA)
Logan International Airport (BOS)
Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD)
Located around 26 kilometres from central Chicago, ORD can be reached in about 35 minutes by car, depending on traffic. The journey on public transport will take roughly 55 minutes.
Searching for a convenient hotel close to O'Hare International Airport? If you're catching an early flight from Chicago to Dubai, these accommodation options will have you nice and close to your departure gate:
When it comes to O'Hare International Airport's on-time performance, 74.85% of flights arrive within the scheduled time frame.
ORD is located at 10000 West O'Hare.
Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW)
Visit family or friends or just take a moment to recharge with a stopover. If you'd like to split up your Chicago to Dubai flight, browse these options when departing from Chicago Midway International Airport:
Logan International Airport (BOS)
Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport (DFW)
Miami International Airport (MIA)
MDW is around 14 kilometres from central Chicago. It'll take you 20 minutes or so to get to the airport in a car from the city centre. Public transport takes roughly 45 minutes.
Get a head start on your holiday with an extra night away from home. Before your flight from Chicago to Dubai, take it easy in one of these hotels close to Chicago Midway International Airport:
Looking at how often flights stay on schedule, Chicago Midway International Airport has an on-time arrival performance of 77.88%.
You'll find MDW at 5700 South Cicero.
Arriving in Dubai
Dubai Airport (DXB)
Dubai Airport (DXB) to central Dubai takes around 15 minutes by car. The centre is roughly 10 kilometres away.
It typically takes 50 minutes to get there on public transport.
The last thing you want is a long journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late flight from Chicago to Dubai. Check in to one of these accommodation options near DXB instead:
Explore without limits with a Dubai Airport rental car. Pick up your wheels from AMEX, Autostrad Rent A Car or Quicklease Car Hire and discover more of Dubai and beyond.
Reserving your vehicle from Dubai Airport around three weeks ahead can help you secure the lowest rate.
Dubai World Central - Al Maktoum International Airport (DWC)
Once your flight from Chicago to Dubai has hit the runway, you can make your way to the city centre in around 45 minutes by car. Central Dubai is approximately 40 kilometres from Dubai World Central - Al Maktoum International Airport (DWC).
Public transport will get you there in around 2 hours 5 minutes.
You'll find some great places to lay your head close to DWC. Tuck yourself in after your Chicago to Dubai flight at any of these well-located options:
Quicklease Car Hire, Quick Drive and Golden Key Car Hire make collecting a Dubai World Central - Al Maktoum International Airport rental car quick and easy. These suppliers are located around or in the terminal and will get you on your way in no time.
Avoid last-minute price surges. Securing your ride three weeks before your arrival at DWC will help you stay within budget.
Best time to go to Dubai
January is the most popular month for flights from Chicago to Dubai. To escape the crowds, visit Dubai in April.
The warmest month in Dubai is July, with temperatures ranging between 30ºC (86ºF) and 42ºC (108ºF). Book your Chicago to Dubai ticket then if you enjoy this type of weather.
Search for cheap flights from Chicago to Dubai in January if you'd rather travel when it's cooler. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 14ºC (57ºF) and 25ºC (77ºF) on average.
More about Dubai
Start your Dubai trip right by choosing the ideal place to stay. Once you've booked your flight from Chicago to Dubai, check out our selection of hotels including:
There are so many things to explore in this city it can be tricky to know where to start. Burj Khalifa, The Dubai Mall Heart and Desert safari tourism are popular attractions which should feature on any well-planned Dubai itinerary.
Explore more of United Arab Emirates
Dubai has plenty to offer, but there are so many other parts of United Arab Emirates you'll want to see. Around 23 kilometres north-east of Dubai, a visit to Sharjah will keep your itinerary packed. Start with attractions like Al majaz waterfront, Petrofac and Al Montazah Park.
Around 121 kilometres south-west of Dubai, Abu Dhabi is another essential stop in United Arab Emirates. No visit is complete without checking out Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque, Emirates Palace, Dubai and Qasr Al Watan.
