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$456+ 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 9/7. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
MAD — CHI
Aug 7 — Aug 141
Fri 8/7
Fri 8/14
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Madrid Barajas to Chicago are usually found in November or January, booked 82 days in advance, depart on a Thursday or Tuesday and return on a Wednesday

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Cheapest flights from Madrid to Chicago
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Madrid to Chicago. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on July 8, 2026.

This TAP AIR PORTUGAL deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/7. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure TAP AIR PORTUGAL is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 7/1510:25 pm
MAD
-
ORD
1 stop21h 15m
TAP AIR PORTUGAL
Sun 7/196:00 pm
ORD
-
MAD
1 stop20h 25m
TAP AIR PORTUGAL
Deal found 7/7$657
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/8. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 10/26:00 am
MAD
-
MDW
2 stops19h 33m
Delta
Mon 11/29:29 am
MDW
-
MAD
2 stops17h 26m
Delta
Deal found 7/8$658
This TAP AIR PORTUGAL deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/7. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure TAP AIR PORTUGAL is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 7/156:00 pm
MAD
-
ORD
1 stop25h 40m
TAP AIR PORTUGAL
Sun 7/266:00 pm
ORD
-
MAD
1 stop33h 05m
TAP AIR PORTUGAL
Deal found 7/7$661
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/8. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 8/246:05 pm
MAD
-
ORD
1 stop26h 05m
ITA Airways
Wed 9/23:00 pm
ORD
-
MAD
1 stop26h 10m
ITA Airways
Deal found 7/8$662
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/8. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 12/176:05 am
MAD
-
MDW
2 stops17h 45m
Delta
Sun 1/1012:30 pm
MDW
-
MAD
2 stops16h 00m
Delta
Deal found 7/8$663
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/8. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 12/1710:50 am
MAD
-
ORD
2 stops16h 34m
Delta
Sun 1/106:10 pm
ORD
-
MAD
2 stops16h 35m
Delta
Deal found 7/8$663
This Finnair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/8. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Finnair is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 8/281:35 pm
MAD
-
ORD
Nonstop9h 25m
Multiple Airlines
Fri 9/113:50 pm
ORD
-
MAD
1 stop11h 05m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 7/8$665
This British Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/8. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure British Airways is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 9/141:35 pm
MAD
-
ORD
Nonstop9h 25m
British Airways
Sun 9/2710:15 pm
ORD
-
MAD
Nonstop8h 15m
British Airways
Deal found 7/8$666
This TAP AIR PORTUGAL deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/8. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure TAP AIR PORTUGAL is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 12/229:10 pm
MAD
-
ORD
1 stop25h 20m
TAP AIR PORTUGAL
Fri 1/18:10 pm
ORD
-
MAD
1 stop17h 10m
TAP AIR PORTUGAL
Deal found 7/8$668
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/8. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 8/286:00 am
MAD
-
ORD
1 stop15h 15m
Delta
Fri 9/115:10 pm
ORD
-
MAD
2 stops16h 35m
Delta
Deal found 7/8$669
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/8. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 8/276:00 am
MAD
-
MDW
2 stops19h 01m
Delta
Sun 9/65:45 pm
MDW
-
MAD
2 stops16h 00m
Delta
Deal found 7/8$674
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/8. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 8/276:00 am
MAD
-
ORD
1 stop15h 15m
Delta
Mon 8/315:20 pm
ORD
-
MAD
2 stops16h 05m
Delta
Deal found 7/8$674

Find flight deals from Madrid to Chicago

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Madrid (MAD) to Chicago (CHI). Learn about various techniques such as flexible date searches, comparing prices across and setting up price alerts. Use these methods to find the cheapest flights available for your travel needs. Data last updated July 8, 2026.

Most accurate provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$665
(Iberia)

One-way from

$456
(Kiwi.com)

Popular in

August

Cheapest in

November

Average price

$825

Good round-trip deal

$816 or less

Good one-way deal

$561 or less
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 14% potential increase in price ($108 potential increase over avg. RT price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease ($18 potential savings vs. average RT price).
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Cheapflights Fare Finder

 
Customize your flight search to find flights from Madrid to Chicago that fit within your specific budget. Explore options based on user searches and filter the results based on your desired price range. Find flights that match your budget for a cost-effective journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated July 8, 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Madrid to Chicago that are best for you.

Fly from

Fly to

Route

Depart

Return

Price

Cheapest round-trip

MadridChicago

MAD - MDW

MADMDW

Madrid Barajas

Thu 8/27

9:50 am-4:15 pm

1 stop13h 25m

Chicago Midway

Wed 9/9

5:45 pm-4:45 pm

2 stops16h 00m

$696

MadridChicago

MAD - ORD

MADORD

Madrid Barajas

Thu 8/27

6:00 am-6:29 pm

2 stops19h 29m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 9/9

1:29 pm-12:10 pm

2 stops15h 41m

$697

MadridChicago

MAD - MDW

MADMDW

Madrid Barajas

Thu 8/27

9:50 am-4:15 pm

1 stop13h 25m

Chicago Midway

Sun 9/6

5:45 pm-4:25 pm

2 stops15h 40m

$725

MadridChicago

MAD - MDW

MADMDW

Madrid Barajas

Sun 9/13

9:50 am-10:45 pm

1 stop19h 55m

Chicago Midway

Sun 10/4

1:19 pm-12:15 pm

2 stops15h 56m

$792

MadridChicago

MAD - ORD

MADORD

Madrid Barajas

Mon 8/24

12:50 pm-4:10 pm

1 stop34h 20m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mon 8/31

7:15 pm-12:00 pm

1 stop33h 45m

$796

MadridChicago

MAD - ORD

MADORD

Madrid Barajas

Thu 7/23

11:45 am-2:25 pm

Nonstop9h 40m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Thu 10/15

9:15 pm-5:30 pm

1 stop13h 15m

$805

MadridChicago

MAD - ORD

MADORD

Madrid Barajas

Sat 8/15

5:55 am-1:10 pm

1 stop14h 15m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 9/1

3:00 pm-10:45 am

1 stop12h 45m

$825

MadridChicago

MAD - ORD

MADORD

Madrid Barajas

Mon 8/24

6:00 am-2:30 pm

1 stop15h 30m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mon 8/31

5:20 pm-4:25 pm

2 stops16h 05m

$834

MadridChicago

MAD - ORD

MADORD

Madrid Barajas

Thu 7/23

6:00 am-2:15 pm

1 stop15h 15m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Thu 10/15

5:30 pm-4:25 pm

2 stops15h 55m

$835

MadridChicago

MAD - ORD

MADORD

Madrid Barajas

Fri 7/31

10:35 am-5:35 pm

1 stop14h 00m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 8/11

11:53 am-5:30 am

1 stop10h 37m

$838

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Compare providers for flights from Madrid to Chicago

Provider information is updated monthly. Please note that these providers often have deals for this flight, but the availability may vary on a day-by-day basis on Cheapflights.
Use the table below to compare price accuracy, trust ratings, and cancellation policies for each provider offering flight deals from Madrid to Chicago in July.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
ExpediaPrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
OvagoPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars

*The Trust Score is based on feedback from users after their booking experience. It measures overall satisfaction, helping us identify issues like hidden fees, problems during the ticketing process, and the quality of customer service. This score is our best indicator of the provider's quality and reliability.

  • Most accurate provider: When it comes to deals on Madrid-Chicago flights, users find the pricing of FlightHub to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub Users can find the same prices on Madrid-Chicago flight deals on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from Madrid-Chicago flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on Madrid-Chicago flights, Cheapflights users trust FlightHub the most. FlightHub has received a user feedback score of 3 out of 3 stars (3 being the best), meaning they have been trusted the most by Cheapflights users looking for Madrid-Chicago flight deals. Provider user feedback score is based on Cheapflights searches over the past month and is updated monthly.

Best time to book a flight from Madrid to Chicago

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to Chicago from Madrid with our price prediction graph.
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Cheapflights Insights

Everything you need to know about your flight from Madrid to Chicago

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

Currently, April is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Madrid to Chicago (average of $340). Flying from Madrid to Chicago in July is currently the most expensive (average of $599). 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 time of day to fly from MAD to CHI?

Find hourly flight availability from Madrid to Chicago. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated July 8, 2026.

When flying from Madrid to Chicago, the time of day you decide to fly out makes little to no difference towards the overall price you’ll pay on tickets.

Weekly flight availability from Madrid to Chicago

Explore weekly flight availability from Madrid to Chicago. Discover flights operating on different days of the week, giving you the flexibility to choose a travel day that best fits your plans. Compare info to find the most convenient option for your journey. Data last updated July 8, 2026.

The most flights from MAD to CHI are scheduled on a Monday (10 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Monday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (10 on average).

How much does it cost to fly round-trip from Madrid to Chicago?

How often are flights from Madrid to Chicago delayed?

About 16% of weekly flights between Madrid and Chicago have experienced delays in the past year, with the average delay time being 177 minutes.

What is the most punctual flight time for Madrid to Chicago flights?

Historically, flights departing in the morning are less likely to be delayed, whereas flights leaving in the early afternoon tend to experience delays more often.

What day of the week experiences the fewest flight delays on this route?

Saturday tends to have the lowest number of delays on this route, whereas Sunday has historically faced a higher average of delays compared to other days of the week.

Which airline has the best punctuality record on Madrid to Chicago flights?

Over the last year, American Airlines have had the lowest number of delays on this route, with just 11% of flights being delayed.

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 80 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.

The best insider tips for Madrid to Chicago flights

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Lori Zaino

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Reviews of airlines servicing Chicago

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Chicago. Read reviews, discover amenities, and learn about the overall travel experience offered by airlines. Use this information to make informed decisions when choosing an airline for your flight to Chicago. Reviews last updated July 8, 2026.
See what other customers who have flown with Finnair,TAP AIR PORTUGAL, andAmerican Airlines from Madrid to Chicago have to say. You can also see how each airline compares in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Finnair
7.6
Good
1,419 reviews

Overall

7.6

Comfort

7.4

Boarding

7.7

Crew

8.2

Food

6.7

Entertainment

6.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Jake,Jun 2026

RNO - SEA

Our checked baggage was not transferred correctly so now we are stuck in Budapest with out essential luggage. We are not able to get much help from FinnAir because their service from Seattle is on periodic.
Finnair
7.6
Good
1,419 reviews
Finnair
7.6
Good
1,419 reviews

Overall

7.6

Comfort

7.4

Boarding

7.7

Crew

8.2

Food

6.7

Entertainment

6.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Jake,Jun 2026

RNO - SEA

Our checked baggage was not transferred correctly so now we are stuck in Budapest with out essential luggage. We are not able to get much help from FinnAir because their service from Seattle is on periodic.
TAP AIR PORTUGAL
7.2
Good
2,326 reviews
Finnair
7.6
Good
1,419 reviews

Overall

7.6

Comfort

7.4

Boarding

7.7

Crew

8.2

Food

6.7

Entertainment

6.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Jake,Jun 2026

RNO - SEA

Our checked baggage was not transferred correctly so now we are stuck in Budapest with out essential luggage. We are not able to get much help from FinnAir because their service from Seattle is on periodic.
American Airlines
7.1
Good
11,790 reviews
Finnair
7.6
Good
1,419 reviews

Overall

7.6

Comfort

7.4

Boarding

7.7

Crew

8.2

Food

6.7

Entertainment

6.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Jake,Jun 2026

RNO - SEA

Our checked baggage was not transferred correctly so now we are stuck in Budapest with out essential luggage. We are not able to get much help from FinnAir because their service from Seattle is on periodic.
Iberia
7.0
Good
3,252 reviews
Finnair
7.6
Good
1,419 reviews

Overall

7.6

Comfort

7.4

Boarding

7.7

Crew

8.2

Food

6.7

Entertainment

6.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Jake,Jun 2026

RNO - SEA

Our checked baggage was not transferred correctly so now we are stuck in Budapest with out essential luggage. We are not able to get much help from FinnAir because their service from Seattle is on periodic.
British Airways
6.7
Okay
8,104 reviews
Finnair
7.6
Good
1,419 reviews

Overall

7.6

Comfort

7.4

Boarding

7.7

Crew

8.2

Food

6.7

Entertainment

6.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Jake,Jun 2026

RNO - SEA

Our checked baggage was not transferred correctly so now we are stuck in Budapest with out essential luggage. We are not able to get much help from FinnAir because their service from Seattle is on periodic.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Madrid to Chicago. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

  • 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 10 flights from Barajas to Chicago per day from 3 different airlines.

  • How long is the flight from Madrid to Chicago?

    Departing from Madrid to Chicago will take you 9h 40m. 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?

    Iberia, at $493, was found to be the cheapest airline from Madrid to Chicago.Alternate airlines to your destination round-trip include British Airways and Finnair. Iberia is 26% cheaper than the average price of flights available within the next 90 days to this destination.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Madrid to Chicago one-way?

    The cheapest airlines for a one-way flight from Madrid to Chicago are TAP AIR PORTUGAL ($343), American Airlines ($386), and British Airways ($388).

  • What are the most reliable airlines from Madrid to Chicago?

    The top 3 most reliable airlines when flying from Madrid to Chicago are American Airlines (64%), Finnair (64%) and Iberia (64%).

  • What are the cheapest flights from Madrid to Chicago?

    On average you can expect to pay $1,476 for a flight from Madrid to Chicago. The cheapest flight overall is $446 while the most popular route, (Madrid Barajas - Chicago O'Hare Intl) is currently priced at $457.

  • 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.

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

    Currently, April is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Madrid to Chicago (average of $340). Flying from Madrid to Chicago in July is currently the most expensive (average of $599). 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.

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Top 3 airlines flying from Madrid to Chicago

Discover the top 3 airlines that operate flights from Madrid to Chicago. Compare their services, reliability, and customer satisfaction ratings to choose the airline that best suits your travel preferences and needs. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated July 8, 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
IberiaCheapest$493Average$872FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
British AirwaysCheapest$542Average$816FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
FinnairCheapest$642Average$720FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%

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