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$354+ Cheap flights from O'Hare Intl (ORD) to Madrid, Spain (MAD)

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ORD — MAD
Jan 27 — Feb 31
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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Chicago O'Hare Intl to Madrid Barajas are usually found in February or January, booked 69 days in advance, depart on a Wednesday or Tuesday and return on a Thursday

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Explore the most affordable flight options available from O'Hare Intl to Madrid. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on December 28, 2025.

This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/27. 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.
Wed 12/317:10 pmORD - MAD
1 stop31h 20mTAP AIR PORTUGAL
Tue 1/139:10 pmMAD - ORD
1 stop24h 50mTAP AIR PORTUGAL
Deal found 12/27$515
This Booking.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/27. 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 Booking.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 12/3012:50 pmORD - MAD
1 stop12h 10mMultiple Airlines
Tue 1/137:35 pmMAD - ORD
1 stop27h 45mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/27$567
This SWISS deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/27. 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 SWISS is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 12/306:50 pmORD - MAD
1 stop16h 55mSWISS
Wed 1/1410:10 amMAD - ORD
1 stop13h 10mSWISS
Deal found 12/27$573
This Booking.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/26. 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 Booking.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 12/3012:50 pmORD - MAD
1 stop12h 10mMultiple Airlines
Tue 1/201:35 pmMAD - ORD
1 stop28h 31mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/26$587
This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/26. 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 Cheapflightsfares is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 12/305:40 pmORD - MAD
Nonstop8h 10mIberia
Tue 1/2012:00 pmMAD - ORD
Nonstop9h 55mIberia
Deal found 12/26$594
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/27. 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 FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 12/295:52 pmORD - MAD
1 stop31h 08mMultiple Airlines
Wed 1/148:30 amMAD - ORD
1 stop13h 50mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/27$607
This SWISS deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/27. 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 SWISS is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 12/296:50 pmORD - MAD
1 stop31h 30mSWISS
Tue 1/137:35 pmMAD - ORD
1 stop27h 45mSWISS
Deal found 12/27$608
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Mon 12/299:50 pmORD - MAD
1 stop18h 45mLufthansa
Mon 2/96:35 pmMAD - ORD
2 stops27h 45mLufthansa
Deal found 12/27$611
This Booking.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/27. 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 Booking.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 12/299:50 pmORD - MAD
1 stop13h 00mMultiple Airlines
Mon 2/97:35 pmMAD - ORD
1 stop24h 10mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/27$612
This Iberia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/27. 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.
Tue 12/305:40 pmORD - MAD
Nonstop8h 10mIberia
Tue 1/1311:00 amMAD - ORD
1 stop13h 47mIberia
Deal found 12/27$613

Find flight deals from O'Hare Intl to Madrid

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from O'Hare Intl (ORD) to Madrid (MAD). 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 December 28, 2025.

Most accurate provider

eDreams
3 stars

Most trusted provider

eDreams
3 stars

Round-trip from

$472
(FlightHub)

One-way from

$355
(Kiwi.com)

Popular in

June

Cheapest in

February

Average price

$943

Good round-trip deal

$618 or less

Good one-way deal

$444 or less
Provider with most accurate pricing for Chicago O'Hare Intl-Madrid Barajas flight deals.
Provider most trusted by Cheapflights users for Chicago O'Hare Intl-Madrid Barajas flights.
From Chicago O'Hare Intl to Madrid Barajas
One-way flight from Chicago O'Hare Intl to Madrid Barajas
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 22% potential increase in price ($198 potential increase over avg. RT price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 4% potential price decrease ($30 potential savings vs. average RT price).
Average for round-trip flights in December 2025
Price to beat on a round-trip flight from Chicago O'Hare Intl to Madrid Barajas.
Price to beat on a one-way flight from Chicago O'Hare Intl to Madrid Barajas.

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Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Madrid that are best for you.

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O'Hare Intl

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ChicagoMadrid

ORD - MAD

ORDMAD

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sun 2/22

7:15 am-12:05 pm

1 stop21h 50m

Madrid Barajas

Wed 3/4

5:55 am-1:25 pm

1 stop14h 30m

$478

ChicagoMadrid

ORD - MAD

ORDMAD

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 2/18

7:15 am-8:00 am

1 stop17h 45m

Madrid Barajas

Tue 3/3

6:00 am-1:25 pm

1 stop14h 25m

$478

ChicagoMadrid

ORD - MAD

ORDMAD

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 3/18

10:40 am-7:00 am

1 stop14h 20m

Madrid Barajas

Fri 3/27

7:05 am-3:20 pm

1 stop14h 15m

$482

ChicagoMadrid

ORD - MAD

ORDMAD

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 3/17

10:45 pm-6:30 pm

1 stop13h 45m

Madrid Barajas

Wed 3/25

10:35 am-7:45 pm

1 stop15h 10m

$483

ChicagoMadrid

ORD - MAD

ORDMAD

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 2/11

11:20 am-8:00 am

2 stops13h 40m

Madrid Barajas

Wed 2/18

5:55 am-2:55 pm

2 stops16h 00m

$486

ChicagoMadrid

ORD - MAD

ORDMAD

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 3/17

7:30 pm-5:40 pm

2 stops16h 10m

Madrid Barajas

Tue 3/24

6:00 am-9:10 pm

2 stops21h 10m

$502

ChicagoMadrid

ORD - MAD

ORDMAD

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Thu 1/29

7:10 pm-4:10 pm

1 stop14h 00m

Madrid Barajas

Sun 2/8

6:35 pm-4:45 pm

1 stop29h 10m

$507

ChicagoMadrid

ORD - MAD

ORDMAD

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Thu 2/12

12:50 pm-8:00 am

1 stop12h 10m

Madrid Barajas

Thu 2/19

1:35 pm-1:15 pm

2 stops30h 40m

$518

ChicagoMadrid

ORD - MAD

ORDMAD

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Fri 3/6

3:20 pm-4:10 pm

1 stop17h 50m

Madrid Barajas

Fri 3/13

6:00 am-4:20 pm

1 stop16h 20m

$521

ChicagoMadrid

ORD - MAD

ORDMAD

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Fri 2/20

9:45 pm-4:55 pm

1 stop12h 10m

Madrid Barajas

Wed 2/25

12:00 pm-2:55 pm

Nonstop9h 55m

$521

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Deals found on 12/26

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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 O'Hare Intl to Madrid in December.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
ExpediaPrice Accuracy2 starsTrust Score*3 stars
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*1 star
eDreamsPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
OvagoPrice Accuracy2 starsTrust Score*2 stars
AranGrantPrice Accuracy2 starsTrust Score*3 stars
Kiwi.comPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
CheapflightsfaresPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*2 stars
JustAirTicketPrice Accuracy-Trust Score*1 star
CheapTicketsDealPrice 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 Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport-Madrid flights, users find the pricing of eDreams to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. eDreams Users can find the same prices on Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport-Madrid flight deals on Cheapflights vs. eDreams >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport-Madrid flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport-Madrid flights, Cheapflights users trust eDreams the most. eDreams 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 Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport-Madrid 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 O'Hare Intl to Madrid

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Cheapflights Insights

Everything you need to know about your flight from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Madrid

How far ahead should I book a flight from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Madrid?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from O'Hare Intl to Madrid. Price data was last updated on December 19, 2025.

The price you pay for your flight from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Madrid may vary depending on when you book. For the best chance of a lower fare, look to book 69 days in advance of your trip. Fares are likely to increase a fortnight or so before your departure date.

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Madrid?

Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Madrid (average of $289). Flying from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Madrid in June is currently the most expensive (average of $641). 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 ORD to MAD?

Find hourly flight availability from O'Hare Intl to Madrid. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated December 28, 2025.

It’s optimal to fly from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Madrid in the morning. By choosing this option you can save up to 9% on the cost of your flight, compared to a flight at noon.

The best insider tips for Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Madrid flights

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Cheapflights partnered with top experts to bring you the best recommendations for your Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Madrid trip
Airports
ORD

For a smooth departure from ORD, consider taking the "L" train to avoid Chicago traffic delays when heading to the airport.

MAD

Upon arrival at MAD, use the Express Airport Bus for a quick trip to central spots like Atocha and Cibeles.

Our travel experts
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Ramsey Qubein

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Ramsey Qubein

An avid traveler and aviation expert who has visited 173 countries, all 50 states and seven continents, Ramsey Qubein flies nearly 400,000 miles a year. As a North Carolina-based freelance journalist for publications including Conde Nast Traveler, Forbes, USA Today and Bloomberg among others, he explores the latest trends in aviation, hospitality, cruises and business.

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Lori Zaino

Lori Zaino

Expert on MAD

Lori Zaino

Lori Zaino

US-born but now based in Spain, Lori's visited 60 countries---and written about them for publications like CNN, Forbes, The Points Guy, NBC, and TripAdvisor. She loves combining affordable adventures with luxury travel experiences and feels equally at home salsa dancing in Colombia, sipping wine in a French castle, or backpacking through Malaysia.

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Reviews of airlines servicing Madrid

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Madrid. 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 Madrid. Reviews last updated December 28, 2025.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown Finnair, American Airlines, and TAP AIR PORTUGAL from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Madrid. Users can see the overall rating for each airline as well as how each is rated in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

Entertainment

6.9

Food

6.7

Comfort

7.4

Crew

8.1

Boarding

7.6

Overall

7.6

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Anonymous,Sep 2025

WAW - HEL

My flight to Europe was cancelled and rebooked. Bags got lost by FinnAir. Flight back home from Europe was cancelled the very next day after we landed. Zero compensation for these back to back cancellations on the exact same trip. Kayak doesn’t help with flight cancellation before trips says to contact trip protection only for trip protection to say it’s up to kayak. Don’t fly FinnAir.

Entertainment

6.9

Food

6.7

Comfort

7.4

Crew

8.1

Boarding

7.6

Overall

7.6

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Anonymous,Sep 2025

WAW - HEL

My flight to Europe was cancelled and rebooked. Bags got lost by FinnAir. Flight back home from Europe was cancelled the very next day after we landed. Zero compensation for these back to back cancellations on the exact same trip. Kayak doesn’t help with flight cancellation before trips says to contact trip protection only for trip protection to say it’s up to kayak. Don’t fly FinnAir.

Entertainment

6.9

Food

6.7

Comfort

7.4

Crew

8.1

Boarding

7.6

Overall

7.6

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Anonymous,Sep 2025

WAW - HEL

My flight to Europe was cancelled and rebooked. Bags got lost by FinnAir. Flight back home from Europe was cancelled the very next day after we landed. Zero compensation for these back to back cancellations on the exact same trip. Kayak doesn’t help with flight cancellation before trips says to contact trip protection only for trip protection to say it’s up to kayak. Don’t fly FinnAir.

Entertainment

6.9

Food

6.7

Comfort

7.4

Crew

8.1

Boarding

7.6

Overall

7.6

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Anonymous,Sep 2025

WAW - HEL

My flight to Europe was cancelled and rebooked. Bags got lost by FinnAir. Flight back home from Europe was cancelled the very next day after we landed. Zero compensation for these back to back cancellations on the exact same trip. Kayak doesn’t help with flight cancellation before trips says to contact trip protection only for trip protection to say it’s up to kayak. Don’t fly FinnAir.

Entertainment

6.9

Food

6.7

Comfort

7.4

Crew

8.1

Boarding

7.6

Overall

7.6

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Anonymous,Sep 2025

WAW - HEL

My flight to Europe was cancelled and rebooked. Bags got lost by FinnAir. Flight back home from Europe was cancelled the very next day after we landed. Zero compensation for these back to back cancellations on the exact same trip. Kayak doesn’t help with flight cancellation before trips says to contact trip protection only for trip protection to say it’s up to kayak. Don’t fly FinnAir.

Entertainment

6.9

Food

6.7

Comfort

7.4

Crew

8.1

Boarding

7.6

Overall

7.6

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Anonymous,Sep 2025

WAW - HEL

My flight to Europe was cancelled and rebooked. Bags got lost by FinnAir. Flight back home from Europe was cancelled the very next day after we landed. Zero compensation for these back to back cancellations on the exact same trip. Kayak doesn’t help with flight cancellation before trips says to contact trip protection only for trip protection to say it’s up to kayak. Don’t fly FinnAir.

Related info for your journey

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  • What airport do you fly into for flights to Madrid from Chicago O'Hare Intl?

    Most people fly into Madrid Barajas (MAD) if they book a flight to Madrid from Chicago O'Hare Intl. On average, Barajas has 7 inbound flights from Chicago O'Hare Intl per day from 16 airlines. Madrid Barajas is conveniently located just 8.5 mi from Madrid’s city center.

  • How long is the flight from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Madrid?

    Airlines like United Airlines, KLM, and British Airways fly from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Madrid in about 13h 45m. The time it takes to get you to your destination can typically vary by up to 8h 05m. Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport and Madrid are separated by a distance of 4188 mi. Both multi-stop and nonstop flights can be found to your destination and back.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Madrid round-trip?

    Flying on JetBlue is currently your cheapest option to Madrid, with prices starting at $120. Additional round-trip tickets that might be worth considering are offered by TAP AIR PORTUGAL and Finnair, with the lowest prices starting at $288 and $357, respectively. These flights start at 82% lower than the current average price 3 months from now.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Madrid one-way?

    For one-way options, check prices for TAP AIR PORTUGAL. According to our data, you can fly for as low as $170. Users have also found prices from $265 and $387 on Scandinavian Airlines and Lufthansa, respectively.

  • What are the most reliable airlines from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Madrid?

    No one likes to see their flight delayed. When booking a flight from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Madrid consider choosing American Airlines (56%), Finnair (56%) or Iberia (56%) as they are the most reliable in getting you off to your destination on time.

  • What are the cheapest flights from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Madrid?

    On average you can expect to pay $1,415 for a flight from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Madrid. The cheapest flight overall is $315 while the most popular route, (Chicago O'Hare Intl - Madrid Barajas) is currently priced at $384.

  • Can I find deals for flights from O'Hare Intl to Madrid that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on O'Hare Intl to Madrid flights, Cheapflights offers vacation packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from O'Hare Intl to Madrid?

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

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from O'Hare Intl to Madrid?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from O'Hare Intl to Madrid 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 Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Madrid?

    Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Madrid (average of $289). Flying from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Madrid in June is currently the most expensive (average of $641). 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 10 airlines flying from O'Hare Intl to Madrid

Discover the top 10 airlines that operate flights from O'Hare Intl to Madrid. 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 December 28, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
JetBlueCheapest$120Average$203FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
TAP AIR PORTUGALCheapest$288Average$544FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
FinnairCheapest$354Average$625FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
Air CanadaCheapest$366Average$692FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
Scandinavian AirlinesCheapest$387Average$506FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
British AirwaysCheapest$431Average$652FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
United AirlinesCheapest$438Average$692FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
IberiaCheapest$459Average$758FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
Aer LingusCheapest$474Average$745FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
KLMCheapest$482Average$677FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%

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