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$294+ Cheap flights from Spain 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 5/7. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
MAD — CHI
Mar 11 — Mar 181
Wed 3/11
Wed 3/18
1 adult, Economy
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This Trip.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/6. 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 Trip.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 3/206:00 am
AGP
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ORD
1 stop16h 25m
TAP AIR PORTUGAL
Sat 4/46:15 pm
ORD
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AGP
1 stop32h 20m
TAP AIR PORTUGAL
Deal found 2/6$425
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/6. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 2/269:15 am
BIO
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ORD
1 stop12h 40m
American Airlines
Mon 3/25:40 pm
ORD
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BIO
1 stop12h 10m
American Airlines
Deal found 2/6$465
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/8. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 3/59:10 am
ALC
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ORD
1 stop12h 45m
American Airlines
Mon 3/96:40 pm
ORD
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ALC
1 stop12h 30m
American Airlines
Deal found 2/8$469
This Trip.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/8. 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 Trip.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 3/18:15 pm
AGP
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ORD
1 stop27h 30m
Scandinavian Airlines
Mon 3/168:20 pm
ORD
-
AGP
1 stop15h 20m
Scandinavian Airlines
Deal found 2/8$473
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/6. 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 Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 4/227:40 am
MAD
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ORD
1 stop15h 20m
TAP AIR PORTUGAL
Sun 4/266:00 pm
ORD
-
MAD
1 stop16h 20m
TAP AIR PORTUGAL
Deal found 2/6$479
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/8. 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 Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 4/126:35 am
MAD
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ORD
1 stop16h 25m
TAP AIR PORTUGAL
Wed 4/226:00 pm
ORD
-
MAD
1 stop16h 00m
TAP AIR PORTUGAL
Deal found 2/8$480
This Gotogate deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/8. 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 Gotogate is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 2/117:40 am
MAD
-
ORD
1 stop14h 20m
TAP AIR PORTUGAL
Wed 2/187:10 pm
ORD
-
MAD
1 stop18h 10m
TAP AIR PORTUGAL
Deal found 2/8$483
This Finnair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/8. 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.
Wed 4/87:20 am
VLC
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ORD
1 stop13h 00m
Multiple Airlines
Mon 4/137:15 pm
ORD
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VLC
1 stop17h 50m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 2/8$484
This British Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/7. 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 British Airways is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 4/137:20 am
VLC
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ORD
1 stop13h 00m
Multiple Airlines
Mon 4/207:15 pm
ORD
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VLC
1 stop17h 50m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 2/7$485
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/6. 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 Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 4/1610:25 pm
MAD
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ORD
1 stop24h 35m
TAP AIR PORTUGAL
Sun 4/196:00 pm
ORD
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MAD
1 stop16h 20m
TAP AIR PORTUGAL
Deal found 2/6$486
This Iberia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/6. 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 Iberia is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 4/136:15 am
VLC
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ORD
1 stop15h 00m
Iberia
Mon 4/207:20 pm
ORD
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VLC
1 stop17h 45m
Iberia
Deal found 2/6$488
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/7. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 2/234:55 pm
VLC
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ORD
1 stop31h 05m
American Airlines
Mon 3/96:40 pm
ORD
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VLC
1 stop16h 25m
American Airlines
Deal found 2/7$489

Find flight deals from Spain to Chicago

Keep the following information in mind while searching for Spain to Chicago flight deals. Data was last updated February 9, 2026.

Round-trip from

$425
(Trip.com)

One-way from

$294
(Kiwi.com)

Popular in

July

Cheapest in

November

Average price

$480

Good round-trip deal

$535 or less

Good one-way deal

$519 or less
From Spain to Chicago (CHI)
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 17% potential increase in price ($126 potential increase over avg. RT price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease ($14 potential savings vs. average RT price).
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Customize your flight search to find flights from Spain 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 February 9, 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Spain to Chicago that are best for you.

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BilbaoChicago

BIO - ORD

BIOORD

Bilbao

Thu 2/26

9:15 am-2:55 pm

1 stop12h 40m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mon 3/2

5:40 pm-12:50 pm

1 stop12h 10m

$465

AlicanteChicago

ALC - ORD

ALCORD

Alicante

Thu 3/5

9:10 am-2:55 pm

1 stop12h 45m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mon 3/9

6:40 pm-1:10 pm

1 stop12h 30m

$469

ValenciaChicago

VLC - ORD

VLCORD

Valencia

Wed 4/8

7:20 am-1:20 pm

1 stop13h 00m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mon 4/13

7:15 pm-8:05 pm

1 stop17h 50m

$484

ValenciaChicago

VLC - ORD

VLCORD

Valencia

Wed 4/8

7:20 am-1:20 pm

1 stop13h 00m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mon 4/13

7:15 pm-8:05 pm

1 stop17h 50m

$484

AlicanteChicago

ALC - ORD

ALCORD

Alicante

Thu 3/5

9:10 am-2:55 pm

1 stop12h 45m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mon 3/9

6:40 pm-8:35 am

1 stop31h 55m

$494

AlicanteChicago

ALC - ORD

ALCORD

Alicante

Thu 3/5

9:30 pm-2:55 pm

1 stop24h 25m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mon 3/9

4:21 pm-1:10 pm

2 stops14h 49m

$497

AlicanteChicago

ALC - ORD

ALCORD

Alicante

Mon 3/9

9:35 am-4:14 pm

1 stop12h 39m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mon 3/16

7:20 pm-8:55 pm

1 stop19h 35m

$499

ValenciaChicago

VLC - ORD

VLCORD

Valencia

Fri 3/6

7:00 am-2:55 pm

1 stop14h 55m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sun 3/8

6:40 pm-5:05 pm

1 stop16h 25m

$502

MadridChicago

MAD - ORD

MADORD

Madrid Barajas

Sat 4/18

8:10 pm-4:00 pm

1 stop26h 50m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sat 4/25

6:15 pm-9:25 pm

1 stop20h 10m

$503

BilbaoChicago

BIO - ORD

BIOORD

Bilbao

Mon 4/27

6:45 am-4:00 pm

1 stop16h 15m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sat 5/9

4:05 pm-11:15 pm

2 stops24h 10m

$506

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Best time to book a flight from Spain to Chicago

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Cheapflights Insights

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

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

Currently, April is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Spain to Chicago (average of $343). Flying from Spain to Chicago in July is currently the most expensive (average of $604). 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 ES to CHI?

Find hourly flight availability from Spain 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 February 9, 2026.

Regardless of the time of day you decide to fly, the ticket price will remain around the same. Book flights from Spain to Chicago as you normally would.

How often are flights from Spain to Chicago delayed?

About 14% of weekly flights between Spain and Chicago have experienced delays in the past year, with the average delay time being 187 minutes.

What is the most punctual flight time for Spain 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 Monday has historically faced a higher average of delays compared to other days of the week.

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

Over the last year, American Airlines have had the lowest number of delays on this route, with just 9% of flights being delayed.

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 February 9, 2026.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Finnair, TAP AIR PORTUGAL, and Iberia from Spain to Chicago by reading reviews from past customers. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Finnair
7.6
Good
1,360 reviews

Overall

7.6

Entertainment

6.9

Comfort

7.4

Food

6.7

Boarding

7.7

Crew

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,May 2025

FRA - DFW

I was lucky I had a seet without no one next to me My vegetarian meal was excellent. The service very good. Although there was a lot of turbulences during the flight, the landing was very soft and took away all our apprehension.
Finnair
7.6
Good
1,360 reviews
Finnair
7.6
Good
1,360 reviews

Overall

7.6

Entertainment

6.9

Comfort

7.4

Food

6.7

Boarding

7.7

Crew

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,May 2025

FRA - DFW

I was lucky I had a seet without no one next to me My vegetarian meal was excellent. The service very good. Although there was a lot of turbulences during the flight, the landing was very soft and took away all our apprehension.
TAP AIR PORTUGAL
7.1
Good
2,135 reviews
Finnair
7.6
Good
1,360 reviews

Overall

7.6

Entertainment

6.9

Comfort

7.4

Food

6.7

Boarding

7.7

Crew

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,May 2025

FRA - DFW

I was lucky I had a seet without no one next to me My vegetarian meal was excellent. The service very good. Although there was a lot of turbulences during the flight, the landing was very soft and took away all our apprehension.
Iberia
7.0
Good
3,110 reviews
Finnair
7.6
Good
1,360 reviews

Overall

7.6

Entertainment

6.9

Comfort

7.4

Food

6.7

Boarding

7.7

Crew

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,May 2025

FRA - DFW

I was lucky I had a seet without no one next to me My vegetarian meal was excellent. The service very good. Although there was a lot of turbulences during the flight, the landing was very soft and took away all our apprehension.
Lufthansa
6.8
Okay
7,775 reviews
Finnair
7.6
Good
1,360 reviews

Overall

7.6

Entertainment

6.9

Comfort

7.4

Food

6.7

Boarding

7.7

Crew

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,May 2025

FRA - DFW

I was lucky I had a seet without no one next to me My vegetarian meal was excellent. The service very good. Although there was a lot of turbulences during the flight, the landing was very soft and took away all our apprehension.
British Airways
6.7
Okay
7,724 reviews
Finnair
7.6
Good
1,360 reviews

Overall

7.6

Entertainment

6.9

Comfort

7.4

Food

6.7

Boarding

7.7

Crew

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,May 2025

FRA - DFW

I was lucky I had a seet without no one next to me My vegetarian meal was excellent. The service very good. Although there was a lot of turbulences during the flight, the landing was very soft and took away all our apprehension.

Related info for your journey

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

  • How long is the flight from Spain to Chicago?

    A quick flight from Spain to Chicago can take about 12h 40m. American Airlines provides one of the quickest options available for as low as $465. The distance between Spain and Chicago is about 4116 mi. Both multi-stop and nonstop flights can be found to your destination and back.

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

    The cheapest airlines for a one-way flight from Spain to Chicago are TAP AIR PORTUGAL ($303), Iberia ($351), and Finnair ($372).

  • What are the most popular routes from Spain to Chicago?

    Most travelers choose Madrid Barajas - Chicago O'Hare Intl, Barcelona-El Prat - Chicago O'Hare Intl or Madrid Barajas - Chicago Midway when deciding on the best route from Spain to Chicago.

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

    No one likes to see their flight delayed. When booking a flight from Spain to Chicago consider choosing American Airlines (69%), Qatar Airways (69%) or Alaska Airlines (69%) as they are the most reliable in getting you off to your destination on time.

  • What are the cheapest flights from Spain to Chicago?

    Looking at all options, your cheapest flight can be booked for $383. While the most popular route (Madrid Barajas - Chicago O'Hare Intl) can be booked for $479 on average, our data indicates $1,067 when flying from Spain to Chicago.

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

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

  • How can I find direct flights from Spain to Chicago?

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Spain 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 Spain to Chicago?

    Currently, April is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Spain to Chicago (average of $343). Flying from Spain to Chicago in July is currently the most expensive (average of $604). 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 8 airlines flying from Spain to Chicago

Discover the top 8 airlines that operate flights from Spain 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 February 9, 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
IberiaCheapest$347Average$632FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
TAP AIR PORTUGALCheapest$406Average$691FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
LufthansaCheapest$414Average$530FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
British AirwaysCheapest$453Average$746FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
DeltaCheapest$469Average$693FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
United AirlinesCheapest$471Average$656FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
FinnairCheapest$534Average$674FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
Turkish AirlinesCheapest$789Average$789FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%

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