Cheap flights from Madrid to Chicago
Flights overview
Prices shown are for one adult in Economy class flights from Zürich to New York. This includes the cheapest Business class options where available.
Prices reflect the lowest available in the next three months, though they are subject to change and availability.
Last-minute deals apply to the cheapest weekend trips available in the next seven days, with weekend trips being flights departing between Thursday and Saturday and returning on Sunday or Monday.
Flight duration shown is based on nonstop flights or those with the fewest stops available.
Prices reflect the lowest available in the next three months, though they are subject to change and availability.
Last-minute deals apply to the cheapest weekend trips available in the next seven days, with weekend trips being flights departing between Thursday and Saturday and returning on Sunday or Monday.
Flight duration shown is based on nonstop flights or those with the fewest stops available.
Useful information for finding cheap flights from Madrid to Chicago and booking your next trip
| Cheapest round-trip flights | $518 | Tap Air Portugal1 stop12 hrThu, Oct 1 — Thu, Oct 15 | The cheapest round-trip flight from Madrid to Chicago is currently $518 | |
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| Cheapest one-way flight | $362 | Avianca1 stop21 hrFri, Oct 23 | The cheapest one-way flight from Madrid to Chicago is currently $362 | |
| Cheapest nonstop flights | $702 | IberiaNonstop10 hrThu, Sep 17 — Wed, Sep 30 | The cheapest nonstop round-trip flight from Madrid to Chicago is currently $702 | |
| Last-minute weekend getaway | $1,318 | Tap Air Portugal1 stop36 hrThu, Aug 13 — Sun, Aug 16 | The cheapest last-minute weekend getaway from Madrid to Chicago is currently $1,318 | |
| Cheapest business class flights | $2,048 | Avianca1 stop21 hrFri, Oct 23 — Thu, Nov 5 | The cheapest business class round-trip flight from Madrid to Chicago is currently $2,048 |
| Fastest flight | 9 hr 10 min | The fastest nonstop flight from Madrid to Chicago takes 9 hr 10 min |
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| Nonstop flights | Every day | There are direct flights on this route every day. |
When is the cheapest time to fly?
Typical prices for the least expensive round-trip flights from Madrid to Chicago per month. Insights are based on fares observed in the last 12 months. Current prices may differ.
The cheapest month to fly from Madrid to Chicago is typically February. The most expensive month to fly is typically July.
| February Cheapest | Typical prices: $460–630 |
|---|---|
| July Most expensive | Typical prices: $790–920 |
Popular airlines from Madrid to Chicago
Popularity is based on the number of weekly nonstop and connecting flights the airline operates. Connecting flights do not include interline routes.
Flight suggestions are based on an airline's cheapest round-trip fares from Madrid to Chicago in the next 3 months. Prices include required taxes + fees for one adult. Optional charges and bag fees may apply.
Typical prices are based on fares observed in the past year for one-week round trips with the same origin, destination, and airline.
- AmericanNonstopfrom $702Typical price: $570–1,3007 weekly nonstop flightsMAD - ORDEvery day35 weekly connecting flightsMAD - ORDEvery day
- IberiaNonstopfrom $691Typical price: $580–1,3007 weekly nonstop flightsMAD - ORDEvery day
- Deltafrom $693Typical price: $580–1,20040 weekly connecting flightsMAD - MDW, ORDEvery day
- Unitedfrom $722Typical price: $590–1,10028 weekly connecting flightsMAD - ORDEvery day
- JetBlueTypical price: $800–2,55027 weekly connecting flightsMAD - ORDEvery day
- Aviancafrom $674Typical price: $1,550–2,85024 weekly connecting flightsMAD - ORDEvery day
Popular airports near Madrid
Distance and driving time are relative to the city center. Airports are listed based on distance from Madrid center and popularity with travelers.
- Adolfo Suárez Madrid-Barajas Airport (MAD)MadridSpain34 min9 mi
- Valencia Airport (VLC)ValènciaSpain3 hr 32 min182 mi
- Zaragoza Airport (ZAZ)ZaragozaSpain3 hr 14 min163 mi
- Valladolid Airport (VLL)ValladolidSpain2 hr 20 min107 mi
Popular airports near Chicago
Distance and driving time are relative to the city center. Airports are listed based on distance from Chicago center and popularity with travelers.
- Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD)ChicagoUnited States28 min16 mi
- Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW)ChicagoUnited States25 min9 mi
- Milwaukee Mitchell International Airport (MKE)MilwaukeeUnited States1 hr 24 min75 mi
- Indianapolis International Airport (IND)IndianapolisUnited States2 hr 58 min165 mi
Frequently asked questions about flying from Madrid to Chicago
The cheapest flights from Madrid to Chicago are usually in February. Typical ticket prices in February range from $460 to $630.
The cheapest round-trip flight from Madrid to Chicago recently found on Google Flights was with Tap Air Portugal from $518. The cheapest one-way flight was with Avianca from $362.
Some of the cheapest round-trip deals we found with different airlines:
Some of the cheapest round-trip deals we found with different airlines:
- The cheapest American flight from Madrid to Chicago is $702, flying from Aug 27 to Sep 9.
- The cheapest Iberia flight from Madrid to Chicago is $691, flying from Oct 29 to Nov 11.
- The cheapest Delta flight from Madrid to Chicago is $693, flying from Aug 27 to Sep 12.
- The cheapest United flight from Madrid to Chicago is $722, flying from Oct 15 to Oct 28.
- The cheapest Avianca flight from Madrid to Chicago is $674, flying from Oct 23 to Nov 5.
The cheapest round-trip flight from Madrid to Chicago starts at $518 from Thu, Oct 1 to Thu, Oct 15. The cheapest one-way flight starts at $362 and departs on Fri, Oct 23.
9 hr 10 min is the shortest flight time from Madrid to Chicago.
Chicago's peak season is Jun–Aug. Popular events throughout year include St. Patrick's Day, when the river is tinted green (Mar 17); the Pride Parade (Jun); the Taste of Chicago culinary festival (Jul) and the Jazz Festival (Sep). During the holiday season (Nov–Dec), the Magnificent Mile Lights Festival and Christkindlmarket, a German Christmas market in Daley Plaza, draw crowds to the city.
It's easy to use Google Flights to find the cheapest days to fly from Madrid to Chicago.
Just click the Departure label near the top of the page to open the calendar. Choose a start date and a return date to see how the round-trip fare changes on those specific days.
Adjust the trip type to see one-way fares. The cheapest available flights are highlighted and easy to spot. Once you settle on dates, click the Search button to see flight options and book the deal.
You can also turn on price tracking to get alerts if the price changes for a route or flight.
Just click the Departure label near the top of the page to open the calendar. Choose a start date and a return date to see how the round-trip fare changes on those specific days.
Adjust the trip type to see one-way fares. The cheapest available flights are highlighted and easy to spot. Once you settle on dates, click the Search button to see flight options and book the deal.
You can also turn on price tracking to get alerts if the price changes for a route or flight.
What counts as the best airline for your flights from Madrid to Chicago really depends on your individual needs. You may have a favorite carrier or a loyalty program you like, but price, convenience, and airports served also come into play. Flexibility and booking terms – Can you change flights if you want to stay longer or get a refund if you have to postpone your trip? – are also factors that help determine which airline is best to fly from Madrid to Chicago.
In terms of nonstop flights, American is the most popular. American offers 7 nonstop flights and 35 connecting flights per week. American flies from Adolfo Suárez Madrid-Barajas Airport (MAD) to Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD).
In terms of flights, Delta is the most popular. Delta offers 40 connecting flights per week. Delta flies from Adolfo Suárez Madrid-Barajas Airport (MAD) to Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW), Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD).
Other popular airlines flying from Madrid to Chicago are:
In terms of nonstop flights, American is the most popular. American offers 7 nonstop flights and 35 connecting flights per week. American flies from Adolfo Suárez Madrid-Barajas Airport (MAD) to Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD).
In terms of flights, Delta is the most popular. Delta offers 40 connecting flights per week. Delta flies from Adolfo Suárez Madrid-Barajas Airport (MAD) to Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW), Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD).
Other popular airlines flying from Madrid to Chicago are:
- Iberia offers 7 nonstop flights per week. Iberia flies from Adolfo Suárez Madrid-Barajas Airport (MAD) to Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD).
- United offers 28 connecting flights per week. United flies from Adolfo Suárez Madrid-Barajas Airport (MAD) to Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD).
- JetBlue offers 27 connecting flights per week. JetBlue flies from Adolfo Suárez Madrid-Barajas Airport (MAD) to Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD).
- Avianca offers 24 connecting flights per week. Avianca flies from Adolfo Suárez Madrid-Barajas Airport (MAD) to Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD).
The cheapest round-trip flight from Madrid to Chicago recently found on Google Flights was with Tap Air Portugal from $518. The cheapest one-way flight was with Avianca from $362.
Some of the cheapest round-trip deals we found with different airlines:
Some of the cheapest round-trip deals we found with different airlines:
- The cheapest American flight from Madrid to Chicago is $702, flying from Aug 27 to Sep 9.
- The cheapest Iberia flight from Madrid to Chicago is $691, flying from Oct 29 to Nov 11.
- The cheapest Delta flight from Madrid to Chicago is $693, flying from Aug 27 to Sep 12.
- The cheapest United flight from Madrid to Chicago is $722, flying from Oct 15 to Oct 28.
- The cheapest Avianca flight from Madrid to Chicago is $674, flying from Oct 23 to Nov 5.
American and Iberia fly direct from Madrid to Chicago.
- There are 7 American direct flights from Madrid to Chicago per week. Flights are available every day.
- There are 7 Iberia direct flights from Madrid to Chicago per week. Flights are available every day.
The cheapest last-minute deal between Madrid and Chicago at price $1,318 is offered by Tap Air Portugal from Thu, Aug 13 to Sun, Aug 16.
American and Iberia fly direct from Madrid to Chicago.
- There are 7 American direct flights from Madrid to Chicago per week. Flights are available every day.
- There are 7 Iberia direct flights from Madrid to Chicago per week. Flights are available every day.
There are direct flights from Madrid to Chicago on a daily basis.
The cheapest direct (nonstop) round-trip flights between Madrid and Chicago start at $702 from Thu, Sep 17 to Wed, Sep 30 with Iberia.
It's easy to find nonstop flights with Google Flights! Once you've searched for flights from Madrid to Chicago, just select the nonstop flights only option in the 'Stops’ filter in the search form and view all available direct flights and their prices.
The cheapest business class round-trip flights between Madrid and Chicago start at $2,048 from Fri, Oct 23 to Thu, Nov 5 with Avianca.
The cheapest economy class round-trip flights between Madrid and Chicago start at $518 from Thu, Oct 1 to Thu, Oct 15.
To book business class trips from Madrid to Chicago, look for the default Economy selection at the top, and change it to your desired cabin class such as Premium Economy, Business Class, or First Class. You can then select your departure and arrival dates, consider available options, and book your business travel.
You can also adjust the trip type to view one-way fares.
You can also adjust the trip type to view one-way fares.
The best last-minute getaway deal for the next weekend between Madrid and Chicago starts at $1,318 from Thu, Aug 13 to Sun, Aug 16 with Tap Air Portugal.
The cheapest last-minute deal between Madrid and Chicago at price $1,318 is offered by Tap Air Portugal from Thu, Aug 13 to Sun, Aug 16.
To find last-minute flight deals from Madrid to Chicago, start by entering the city names, select the desired departure and return dates, and hit the Search button to view flight options.
You can check for last-minute flights for the same day or adjust the trip type to see one-way fares.
You can check for last-minute flights for the same day or adjust the trip type to see one-way fares.
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These suggestions are based on the cheapest fares to popular destinations in the next six months.
Prices include required taxes + fees for 1 adult. Optional charges and bag fees may apply.
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