Abu Dhabi to Chicago (AUH–ORD) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections

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EY Etihad
3:09 AM
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Abu Dhabi to Chicago
1 carrier, 8 flights/week nonstop.
1 Airlines 8 Flights/wk 7,262 mi 14h 5m nonstop -9h behind 34 1-stop hubs

AUH–ORD is served by 1 airline with nonstop service. Etihad Airways leads the route. The flight covers 7,262 miles in approximately 14h 5m. Beyond nonstop, 34 hubs offer 1-stop connections.

Also explore AUH Routes ORD Routes AUH Live Flights ORD Live Flights ORD Delays
Carriers on this route

Airline Landscape

All carriers operating nonstop AUH–ORD service, compared side by side.
Airline Freq/wk Aircraft Duration Dep OTP Alliance Codeshares
EY Etihad Airways 8 351 14h05-16h24 – – –
Aircraft on this route
351 Airbus A350-1000 – EY
Alliance coverage
Unaffiliated: EY (8 flights/wk, 100%)
OTP based on airport-level delay snapshots. Duration ranges reflect seasonal/directional variation.
Schedule

Weekly Schedule Pattern

Nonstop flight frequency by day of week, AUH to ORD direction.
Mon
1
flight
Tue
2
flights
Wed
1
flight
Thu
1
flight
Fri
1
flight
Sat
1
flight
Sun
1
flight
Departure time distribution
12 AM6 AM12 PM6 PM12 AM
Morning departures
Afternoon/evening departures
2
Nonstop flights
8
Outbound / wk
8
Return / wk
Connections

Connection Landscape

Beyond nonstop. 1-stop and 2-stop options for AUH to ORD.
1-STOP
One-Stop Connections
34
Hubs
~17h
Fastest
~38h
Longest
GYD ~17h 8m KRK ~17h 50m VIE ~20h 43m ATH ~20h 50m YUL ~22h 40m
Verified with published schedule alignment and minimum connection time.
2-STOP
Two-Stop Connections
2,580
Candidates
Two-stop connections loaded in the connections tab above.
Connections computed from published schedules with minimum connection time verification. Use the interactive explorer above the fold to filter by airline, tier, and layover time.
Reliability

On-Time Performance

What to expect at each end of your journey.
Outbound
AUH → ORD
93%
Generally reliable. Most flights run on time.
Arriving
93%
Return
ORD → AUH
89%
Generally reliable. Most flights run on time.
Departing
89%
OTP = percentage of flights arriving within 15 min of schedule. Based on airport-level delay snapshots. ORD delays →
Alternatives

Other ways to reach Chicago from Abu Dhabi

Nearby airports with service to Chicago O'Hare International Airport.
Metric AUH→ORD DXB→ORD
Distance from AUH – 72 mi
Nonstop airlines 1 1
Weekly flights 8 8
Flight time 14h 5m 13h 8m
Dubai (DXB) to Chicago flights
Airports within 200 miles of AUH with service to Chicago O'Hare International Airport.
Know before you go

Travel Essentials

Practical planning for this route.
Time Difference
-9h
Chicago is 9 hours behind Abu Dhabi.
AUH: +04 · ORD: CDT

When it's 6:00 PM in Abu Dhabi, it's 9:00 AM in Chicago.
Distance & Flight Time
7,262 mi / 11,687 km
Nonstop flight time is approximately 14h 5m to 16h 24m.
Visa & Entry

UAE passport holders must obtain a US visa before travel. The UAE is not part of the Visa Waiver Program, so an ESTA is not available. A B1/B2 visitor visa requires an in-person interview at a US embassy or consulate. Processing times vary but can take several weeks. Passport must be valid for at least 6 months beyond the intended stay.

Verify entry requirements with official sources before travel.
Getting to AUH
Bus E101 runs from Abu Dhabi Central Bus Station to the airport in 45 minutes (AED 4), but runs infrequently and not 24 hours.Taxis from downtown Abu Dhabi cost AED 50–80 (25–40 min). Careem and Uber operate widely at AED 45–70. From Dubai, shared taxis and private cars take 90–120 minutes via the E11 highway (AED 200–350 shared, AED 300–500 private). Dubai Metro does not connect to AUH.

Getting from ORD

CTA Blue Line runs 24/7 from O'Hare to downtown Chicago (45 min, $5). Taxis use a flat-rate zone system; downtown is around $40–45 plus tip. Ride-shares are typically $30–50.The Airport Transit System (ATS) connects all terminals and parking. Metra commuter rail does not serve O'Hare directly; transfer downtown via Blue Line.

Chicago Climate

Continental climate with four distinct seasons. Summers are warm and humid (25–32°C) with afternoon thunderstorms. Winters are cold (−10 to −2°C) with heavy snowfall that regularly delays flights December through March.

Spring and fall are mild but unpredictable. Pack layers. Lake Michigan moderates temperatures near the lakefront, but O'Hare sits inland and runs colder.

Check current weather forecasts before travel.
Facts

AUH–ORD Quick Facts

Key statistics for the Abu Dhabi to Chicago route.
Route details
Distance7,262 mi / 11,687 km
Flight time14h 5m to 16h 24m
Time difference-9 hours
Airlines (nonstop)1
Weekly flights8 out / 8 return
1-stop connections34 hubs
Origin: AUH
Full nameZayed International Airport
IATA / ICAOAUH / OMAA
TimezoneAsia/Dubai
Passengers/yr29.4M
Elevation88 ft / 27 m
Destination: ORD
Full nameChicago O'Hare International Airport
IATA / ICAOORD / KORD
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
Passengers/yr80.0M
Elevation680 ft / 207 m
FAQ

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about AUH to ORD flights.
Nonstop flights from Zayed International Airport to Chicago O'Hare International Airport take approximately 14h 5m to 16h 24m. The route covers 7,262 miles.
1 airline operates nonstop service: Etihad Airways.
There are approximately 8 nonstop flights per week from AUH to ORD. The return direction has about 8 weekly flights.
Yes, 1-stop connections are available through GYD, KRK, VIE, ATH, YUL, LIS, DUB, ZRH, BCN, MUC, BRU, MXP, NRT, FCO, WAW, JFK, CDG, YYZ, TLV, DOH, IST, AMM, FRA, HKG, IAD, TPE, LHR, MAD, CPH, AMS, BOS, ATL, DXB and ICN. These options provide additional schedule flexibility.
Chicago is 9 hours behind Abu Dhabi.
Yes, return flights from ORD to AUH are available. Use the direction toggle at the top to view the return schedule.
Nearby alternatives include DXB. See the Alternatives section for a full comparison.
Click the 'Search Flights' button to check availability and prices on Google Flights. You can also compare airlines and schedules on this page to find the best option.
See the On-Time Performance section for the latest delay data at both airports. This shows departure and arrival reliability to help you plan.
Route data is updated regularly from official airline schedules. On-time performance data comes from recent airport delay snapshots.

Flights from AUH to ORD

Zayed International Airport (AUH) and Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD) are connected by nonstop service from Etihad Airways. With 8 weekly departures, this is a regularly served route.

AUH to ORD Flight Duration and Schedule

Nonstop flight time from AUH to ORD ranges from 14 hours 5 minutes to 16 hours 24 minutes. The route covers a distance of 7,262 miles (11,687 km). There are approximately 8 weekly flights outbound and 8 return, totaling 16 flights per week in both directions.

Connecting Options and Alternatives

34 one-stop connections are available, with the fastest taking approximately 17 hours via GYD. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs. Nearby alternative airports include Dubai (DXB).