How long is the flight from Madrid to Chicago?

Departing from Madrid to Chicago will take you 12h 45m. The distance between Madrid and Chicago is about 4188 mi. When browsing for deals, the options you’ll see will be for both nonstop flights and flights with stops.

What are the cheapest airlines flying from Madrid to Chicago round-trip?

American Airlines, at $437, was found to be the cheapest airline from Madrid to Chicago.Alternate airlines to your destination round-trip include TAP AIR PORTUGAL and Iberia. American Airlines is 33% cheaper than the average price of flights available within the next 90 days to this destination.

How far ahead should I book a flight from Madrid to Chicago?

To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from Madrid to Chicago, you should look to book at least 56 days in advance of your intended travel date. The price of your flight may increase if you delay and leave booking until a week or so before departure.

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Madrid to Chicago?

Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Madrid to Chicago (average of $245). Flying from Madrid to Chicago in March is currently the most expensive (average of $321). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

What is the cheapest day to fly from Madrid to Chicago?

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Madrid to Chicago flight should consider departing on Tuesday evenings when fares are most often at their lowest. Friday afternoons flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

Weekly flight availability from Madrid to Chicago

The most flights from MAD to CHI are scheduled on a Monday (11 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Monday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (11 on average).

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Chicago ranges from 1.7 - 4.9 inches per month. August is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 4.9 in. January is typically the driest time to visit Chicago when rainfall is around 1.7 in.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Chicago, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, July is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 73.4 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 23.0 F).

What are the cheapest flights from Madrid to Chicago?

On average you can expect to pay $1,088 for a flight from Madrid to Chicago. The cheapest flight overall is $567 while the most popular route, (Madrid Barajas - Chicago O'Hare Intl) is currently priced at $418.

What are the most reliable airlines from Madrid to Chicago?

The top 3 most reliable airlines when flying from Madrid to Chicago are Qatar Airways (67%), Alaska Airlines (67%) and Aer Lingus (66%).

What are the most popular airlines that fly from Madrid to Chicago?

The most popular airlines flying from Madrid to Chicago are American Airlines, Finnair and British Airways. Something to consider prior to booking your flight.

What is the cheapest day to fly round-trip from Madrid to Chicago?

Flying to your destination on a Thursday can be more expensive, but this shouldn’t discourage you from finding affordable options to get to Chicago. Check prices with Cheapflights to find a great deal for your trip.

How far in advance should I book a flight from Madrid to Chicago?

Users have found that booking a flight from Madrid to Chicago at least 57 days early can save you up to 58% on average compared to booking a flight this week. If booking 57 days before your flight isn’t an option for you, users have found flights from Madrid to Chicago for as little as $717 when booking for a departure date within the next two weeks. You can also check prices now. Some users have found airline tickets as low as $1,470 for flights departing within the next 3 days.

What is the cheapest month to fly from Madrid to Chicago?

February can be a great time to fly to Chicago from Madrid with a flight ticket averaging about $655. Cheapflights users have found deals in the month of February for as cheap as $395. The most expensive prices can be found in the month of January.

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from MAD to CHI?

It’s optimal to fly from Madrid to Chicago in the afternoon. By choosing this option you can save up to 18% on the cost of your flight, compared to a flight at noon.

What airport do you fly from for flights from Madrid to Chicago?

If you book a flight to Chicago from Madrid, you will be flying from Barajas, which is the city’s only airport. Madrid Barajas (MAD) is located 8.5 mi from the center of Madrid. There are 11 flights from Barajas to Chicago per day from 6 different airlines.

Can I find deals for flights from Madrid to Chicago that include hotel bookings?

Yes. In addition to deals on Madrid to Chicago flights, Cheapflights offers vacation packages that include both flights and hotel.

How can I find direct flights from Madrid to Chicago?

After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from Madrid to Chicago.

Can I find deals for business class flights from Madrid to Chicago?

Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Madrid to Chicago by cabin class. In addition to browsing deals, you can also filter by cabin class on the search results page after making a search.

$365+ Cheap Flights from Madrid, Spain to Chicago

Round-trip from	$519 (Air Canada)
One-way from	$365 (Trip.com)
Popular in	January
Cheapest in	February
Average price	$586
Good round-trip deal	$616 or less
Good one-way deal	$829 or less

For a smooth departure, use automated kiosks at MAD for faster check-in, especially with Iberia. Security lines move quickly even during peak times.

Airline	Cheapest	Average	Flexibility	On-time
American Airlines	Cheapest$437	Average$654	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time71%
TAP AIR PORTUGAL	Cheapest$445	Average$614	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-timeN/A
Iberia	Cheapest$462	Average$671	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time77%
Finnair	Cheapest$477	Average$630	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time76%
British Airways	Cheapest$563	Average$774	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time70%
United Airlines	Cheapest$563	Average$746	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time69%

$365+ Cheap flights from Madrid, Spain (MAD) to Chicago (CHI)

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 9/21. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.

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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Madrid Barajas to Chicago are usually found in February or November, booked 56 days in advance, depart on a Monday or Thursday and return on a Wednesday

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