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Flight deals from Chicago O'Hare International to Dubai

Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from Chicago O'Hare International Airport to Dubai? If you want to travel next month, return fares start from R 12,336. Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.
Dubai.R 6,206 per passenger.Departing Sun, 6 Sep.One-way flight with Delta.Outbound indirect flight with Delta, departs from Chicago O'Hare International on Sun, 6 Sep, arriving in Dubai.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 6,206, select.
Dubai.R 6,206 per passenger.Departing Sat, 28 Nov.One-way flight with Delta.Outbound indirect flight with Delta, departs from Chicago O'Hare International on Sat, 28 Nov, arriving in Dubai.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 6,206, select.
Dubai.R 6,270 per passenger.Departing Sun, 26 Jul.One-way flight with Delta.Outbound indirect flight with Delta, departs from Chicago O'Hare International on Sun, 26 Jul, arriving in Dubai.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 6,270, select.
Dubai.R 6,280 per passenger.Departing Tue, 23 Jun.One-way flight with Delta.Outbound indirect flight with Delta, departs from Chicago O'Hare International on Tue, 23 Jun, arriving in Dubai.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 6,280, select.
Dubai.R 6,288 per passenger.Departing Thu, 18 Feb.One-way flight with Air France.Outbound indirect flight with Air France, departs from Chicago O'Hare International on Thu, 18 Feb, arriving in Dubai.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 6,288, select.
Dubai.R 6,312 per passenger.Departing Tue, 16 Mar.One-way flight with Air France.Outbound indirect flight with Air France, departs from Chicago O'Hare International on Tue, 16 Mar, arriving in Dubai.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 6,312, select.
Dubai.R 6,750 per passenger.Departing Thu, 29 Oct.One-way flight with United.Outbound indirect flight with United, departs from Chicago O'Hare International on Thu, 29 Oct, arriving in Dubai.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 6,750, select.
Dubai.R 7,150 per passenger.Departing Sun, 10 May.One-way flight with KLM.Outbound indirect flight with KLM, departs from Chicago O'Hare International on Sun, 10 May, arriving in Dubai.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 7,150, select.
Dubai.R 7,178 per passenger.Departing Sun, 23 Aug.One-way flight with Delta.Outbound indirect flight with Delta, departs from Chicago O'Hare International on Sun, 23 Aug, arriving in Dubai.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 7,178, select.
Dubai.R 7,350 per passenger.Departing Fri, 11 Dec.One-way flight with Austrian Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Austrian Airlines, departs from Chicago O'Hare International on Fri, 11 Dec, arriving in Dubai.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 7,350, select.
Dubai.R 7,632 per passenger.Departing Wed, 22 Apr.One-way flight with Air India.Outbound indirect flight with Air India, departs from Chicago O'Hare International on Wed, 22 Apr, arriving in Dubai.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 7,632, select.
Dubai.R 7,779 per passenger.Departing Thu, 1 Apr.One-way flight with SWISS.Outbound indirect flight with SWISS, departs from Chicago O'Hare International on Thu, 1 Apr, arriving in Dubai.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 7,779, select.
Dubai.R 9,443 per passenger.Departing Tue, 21 Apr.One-way flight with Emirates.Outbound direct flight with Emirates departs from Chicago O'Hare International on Tue, 21 Apr, arriving in Dubai.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 9,443, select.
Dubai.R 11,883 per passenger.Departing Mon, 4 May.One-way flight with Emirates.Outbound direct flight with Emirates departs from Chicago O'Hare International on Mon, 4 May, arriving in Dubai.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 11,883, select.
Dubai.R 11,915 per passenger.Departing Wed, 25 Nov.One-way flight with Emirates.Outbound direct flight with Emirates departs from Chicago O'Hare International on Wed, 25 Nov, arriving in Dubai.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 11,915, select.
Dubai.R 11,920 per passenger.Departing Sun, 13 Sep.One-way flight with Emirates.Outbound direct flight with Emirates departs from Chicago O'Hare International on Sun, 13 Sep, arriving in Dubai.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 11,920, select.

Find the cheapest month to fly from Chicago O'Hare International to Dubai

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Chicago O'Hare International to Dubai flights are currently cheapest in September.
Apr
from R 7,632
May
from R 7,150
Jun
from R 6,280
Jul
from R 6,270
Aug
from R 7,178
Sep
from R 6,206
Oct
from R 6,750
Nov
from R 6,206
Dec
from R 7,350
Jan
Find prices
Feb
from R 6,288
Mar
from R 6,312

Direct flights from Chicago O'Hare International to Dubai

Alternative Chicago O'Hare International to Dubai routes

Looking for the cheapest, fastest or easiest route from Chicago O'Hare International to Dubai? You could fly into the following airports instead.

Dubai

6km from central Dubai
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from R 6,206
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Sharjah

20km from central Dubai
from R 7,434
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Dubai Al Maktoum International

44km from central Dubai
from R 15,179
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Ras Al Khaimah

74km from central Dubai
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Chicago to Dubai: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight foundR 6,206
Cheapest month to flySeptember
Average flight time13 hrs, 39 mins
Most popular airlineEmirates
Average flights per week10

Finding cheap flights from Chicago O'Hare International to Dubai: Frequently asked questions

There are 4 airports in Dubai: Dubai, Sharjah, Dubai Al Maktoum International, and Ras Al Khaimah.
The best price we found for a return flight from Chicago O'Hare International to Dubai is R 11,181. This is an estimate based on information collected from different airlines and travel providers over the last 4 days and is subject to change and availability.
13 hours and 39 minutes is the average flight time from Chicago O'Hare International to Dubai.
Emirates flies direct from Chicago O'Hare International to Dubai.
As of April 2026, there are 10 flights per week flying from Chicago O'Hare International to Dubai.
The cheapest month to fly from Chicago O'Hare International to Dubai is usually November.
If you're flying from Chicago O'Hare International Airport, the cheapest airport near Dubai is Dubai – which is 5.6 km away from the centre of Dubai. We've found flights into this airport from R 11,181.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Chicago O'Hare International Airport to Dubai on Monday, 2 November 2026.
Yes – the average flight time is 13 hours and 39 minutes.
We show every price from over 1,200 airlines and travel agents, comparing them all so you don’t have to. If you know you want to fly to Dubai but you’re not ready to book, set up a Price Alert. We’ll track prices for you, and let you know when they rise or fall.
We crunched all the numbers in our flight calendar and it looks like the cheapest time to book a flight to Dubai is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.
In April, the average temperature is usually around 28°C. August is typically the warmest month in Dubai, when it usually averages around 42°C. You can expect the least rain in May. The coldest month is January, with temperatures averaging 15°C. The rainiest month is January.
Currently, Turkish Airlines and Emirates offer the cheapest flight tickets to Dubai.

Flying from Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD) to Dubai: what you need to know

  • Jump on a direct flight from Chicago O'Hare International Airport to Dubai and you'll be in the air for around 15 hours.

  • Dubai is ten hours ahead of Chicago, where Chicago O'Hare International Airport is located. Dubai runs on the UTC+4 timezone.

  • Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD) to Dubai International Airport (DXB) is the most popular route, with seven flights a week to choose from. You can fly from ORD to DXB at 19:45 with Emirates.

  • For stress-free travel, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. That way, you can comfortably board your ORD to Dubai flight.

  • Flying during a peak month such as July? Public holidays and other popular periods can lead to longer queues and delays at check-in and security. Be extra cautious and arrive up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours before a domestic departure.

  • Direct Chicago O'Hare International Airport to Dubai tickets are available for booking. Dubai International Airport (DXB) is where you'll complete your journey.

  • Book your favourite seat with Emirates. This well-known carrier offers direct flights from Chicago O'Hare International Airport to Dubai.

  • Consider adding a stopover to potentially score a cheaper plane ticket from ORD to Dubai. Just uncheck 'Direct flights only' during your search. Break up your trip (and maybe save some cash) by stopping at one of these popular airports:

    • Frankfurt Airport (FRA)

    • Boston Logan International Airport (BOS)

    • Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD)

  • The journey from central Chicago to ORD takes around 45 minutes by public transport. If you ride-share, drive or take a taxi, you'll cover the 26 kilometres in 30 minutes or so, depending on traffic conditions.

  • Searching for a hotel near ORD? If you're boarding an early flight from Chicago O'Hare International Airport to Dubai, these accommodation options will put you moments from your departure gate:

  • When it comes to the on-time performance of Chicago O'Hare International Airport, data shows 70% of flights stick to their scheduled arrival time.

  • ORD is located at 10000 West O'Hare.

How to find the cheapest flights from Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD) to Dubai

  • R 6,206 is the cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Chicago O'Hare International Airport to Dubai flight. A return plane ticket right now is R 11,181. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares may change.

  • Get cheap flights from ORD to Dubai by booking 11 months ahead. Based on our research, that's the best time for finding the biggest deals.

  • Organise your trip for April. That's the best month for scoring an epic deal on Chicago O'Hare International Airport to Dubai tickets. If you're flexible with your travel dates, use the 'Whole month' tool to find the cheapest price across each month.

  • Picking up a cheap flight from ORD to Dubai is a breeze with Price Alerts. All you need to do is create one of these automatic notifications and we'll notify you as soon as a deal gets even better.

  • Tailor your flights with filters. Select your preferred arrival and departure times, airlines and total journey duration. You can also sort results by 'Cheapest,' 'Fastest' or 'Best' flights from Chicago O'Hare International Airport to Dubai.

Airports in Dubai

Dubai International Airport (DXB)

  • Dubai International Airport (DXB) to central Dubai takes about 20 minutes to reach by car. The centre is roughly 14 kilometres away.

  • Travelling to the centre on public transport will take you around 35 minutes.

  • The last thing you need is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're landing late on a flight from Chicago O'Hare International Airport to Dubai. Book one of these accommodation options near DXB instead:

  • Lock in the best deal by booking your vehicle from Dubai International Airport about three weeks ahead of your flight from ORD to Dubai.

Al Maktoum International Airport (DWC)

  • Al Maktoum International Airport (DWC) is around 48 kilometres from the centre of Dubai. Once you've hopped off your flight from Chicago O'Hare International Airport to Dubai, it'll take you around 40 minutes to get to the heart of the city in a taxi or ride-share.

  • If you travel by public transport, the ride to the centre takes 1 hour 20 minutes or so.

  • Following your ORD to Dubai flight, settle in at a hotel near DWC. These are some comfortable options that'll help you switch to relaxation mode:

  • Avoid paying extra. Reserving your ride three weeks ahead of 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 O'Hare International Airport to Dubai. To escape the crowds, head to Dubai in December.

  • Before booking a Chicago O'Hare International Airport to Dubai plane ticket, think about the type of weather you enjoy. July is the warmest month in Dubai, with temperatures ranging from 30ºC (86ºF) to 42ºC (108ºF).

  • For cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from ORD to Dubai in January when temperatures average between 14ºC (57ºF) and 25ºC (77ºF).

More about Dubai

  • When it comes to searching for somewhere to rest your head, you'll find the most popular stays in Dubai right here. Check out these hotels as soon as you've locked in your flight from Chicago O'Hare International Airport to Dubai:

  • There are so many things to do and see in this city it can be tricky to know where to begin. Dubai Opera, Burj Khalifa and Dubai Gold Souk are top attractions which should feature on any well-planned Dubai itinerary.

Explore more of the United Arab Emirates

  • Dubai has loads to offer, but there are so many other corners of the United Arab Emirates waiting to be discovered. About 121 kilometres southwest of Dubai, a trip to Abu Dhabi will keep you on the move. Start with leading sights like Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque, Sheikh Zayed Bin Sultan Mosque and Emirates Palace.

Plan the rest of your trip from Chicago to Dubai

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