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They are both nice facilities, modern and convenient, but O’Hare has many more flights on offer than Midway. Midway is a hub for Southwest Airlines, operating over their whole territory from here. So the airline you fly on may be the deciding factor; if Southwest, you probably will use Midway. Most other airlines, O’Hare.

Arriving early for your flight out of O’Hare? Do a little bending and stretching in terminal 3’s yoga room. Another idea is to grab a day pass at the Hilton Athletic Club in terminal 2. You could do something a little more intense, workout-wise, then hit the sauna afterward.

Look for one of the largest dinosaur skeletons in the world, a 72-foot-long four-story Brachiosaurus in terminal 1. In terminal 2 there is a restored World War II Wildcat fighter plane that kids love to check out. It was Lt Commander Edward H. “Butch” O’Hare’s plane, the pilot for which the airport was named.

Locals love Madrid’s Metro (subway) system, and for good reason. It runs on time, it’s easy to navigate, and costs about €6-7 ($7-8.00) one-way. If you are on a budget, the bus is just €2.5 ($3.00). The bus isn’t the quickest or most direct, but it is serviceable. A taxi is easy and direct, with varying fares.

Need to freshen up after your flight, or have some quiet time to yourself before venturing into Madrid? Rent an Air Room right inside Madrid-Barajas International Airport (MAD). They offer food, comfortable beds, showers, TV and Wi-Fi. Air Rooms can be rented for blocks of time up to 24 hours.

There are clearly marked directions for important things like customs and baggage claim, making it generally easy to get around this facility. Mobility assistance is available, be sure to let your airline know. Baggage claim can take some time at Barajas Airport, pack a little extra patience in your carry-on just in case.

Yes, if you are looking for a nonstop flight from Chicago to Madrid, you will have several options. Finnair, American Airlines, and Iberia all offer direct service from Chicago to Madrid. All of these airlines serving direct flights typically depart from ORD. Unfortunately, there are no direct flights to Madrid from MDW at this time.

Aside from Madrid, MAD can serve as the perfect entry point to central Spain. Nearby destinations include the cities of Getafe and Toledo, while you can also catch train connections to the coast to cities like Valencia and Barcelona.

Yes, if you are in need of currency exchange once you land in Madrid, you will find Global Exchange offices in several locations in Terminals 1, 3, 4, and 4 Satellite. Most of these currency exchange offices operate until midnight.

Yes, rideshare apps such as Uber and Bolt are available to use to get you from the airport to your final destination in the city. Pickup areas are subject to change, however, so always check your pickup location in the app before going to meet your ride.

Your layovers will depend on which airline you choose to fly with from Chicago to Madrid. If you choose to fly with Lufthansa, your layover will likely be in Frankfurt (FRA), while American Airlines passengers will typically have a layover in New York City (JFK). United Airlines also stops at FRA while British Airways has a stop in London (LHR).

US citizens will need to bring a valid passport on their flight from Chicago to Madrid. There is no need for a visa as long as you don’t plan to stay for more than 90 days. You may be asked to show your return ticket at customs before being granted entry into Spain.

Among airlines operating Chicago to Madrid flights:

• Iberia: offers extra legroom; offers free seat selection
• American Airlines: offers extra legroom; offers free seat selection
• Finnair: offers free seat selection
• British Airways: offers extra legroom
• Aer Lingus: offers free seat selection

Extra legroom and free seat selection availability depends on fare class and route.

2 airlines operate flights between Chicago and Madrid. The airlines offering nonstop flights on this route include:

• Iberia
• American Airlines

Flights from Chicago to Madrid may depart from several airports in Chicago area, including Chicago Midway (MDW), Chicago O'Hare Intl (ORD) and Chicago Greater Rockford (RFD). Flights usually arrive at Madrid Barajas (MAD).

Here are some options for this route, based on selected ticket types and cabin classes:

• Iberia: a cabin bag and a checked bag in Economy Class
• American Airlines: a cabin bag and a checked bag in Economy Class
• Finnair: a cabin bag and a checked bag in Economy Class

Bag allowance can vary by ticket type, cabin class, route and airline, so travelers should check the fare details before booking.

Four cabin classes are available on flights from Chicago to Madrid:

• Economy Class
• Premium Economy Class
• Business Class
• First Class

Prices vary by airline.

On this route, layover flights are cheaper than nonstop options on average. Layover fares average $465 round-trip via Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL), compared to $797 for nonstop.

There is no standard. Checked-bag policies vary by airline on this route. Most carriers charge $58–$100 for the first checked bag in economy. Premium fares and elite-status bookings typically include a free checked bag.

One-stop flights from Chicago to Madrid most commonly connect through:

• Lisbon Humberto Delgado (LIS) - 61% of one-stop connections
• Dublin (DUB) - 9% of one-stop connections
• Kastrup Copenhagen (CPH) - 5% of one-stop connections
• Istanbul (IST) - 3% of one-stop connections

Lisbon Humberto Delgado (LIS) handles the largest share of one-stop connections on this route.

Yes. Being flexible with your travel dates can save you up to 17% on the Chicago to Madrid route. Wednesday is the cheapest departure day at $677 round-trip on average, while Saturday is the most expensive at $814, a difference of $137. KAYAK's flexible dates feature shows options up to 3 days before and after your selected dates, making it easier to compare nearby fares.

A flight is considered delayed when it departs 15 minutes or more after its scheduled time. This is the standard used by the US Department of Transportation and most airline industry reporting. On the Chicago to Madrid route, 37% of flights were delayed in the past 3 months, with delays averaging 2 hours 29 minutes.

Afternoon is the busiest departure period on Chicago to Madrid flights, with 33% of flights leaving in that window. Evening departures account for 33%, night flights for 33%, and morning flights for 1%.

Some of the most popular sights in Madrid are Madrid City Centre, Plaza Mayor and Puerta del Sol. These are among the most viewed places in Madrid on KAYAK.

These are the earliest and latest flight times available from Chicago to Madrid:

• Earliest: departs at 4:55 pm and lands at 1:12 am
• Latest: departs at 10:25 pm and lands at 6:42 am.

The flight takes about 8h 17m.

Last-minute fares on this route - booked within 2 weeks of departure - run 18% above the route average of $742. Book 9 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

A nonstop flight from Chicago to Madrid takes 8h 17m, covering 4,179 miles.

Yes, a valid passport is required for this international route. Many destinations require at least six months of validity beyond your travel dates. Check your passport expiry well before booking.

One-way fares from Chicago to Madrid are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $331, which is 31% below the typical average for this route.

Night flights have the fewest delays on this route. Delays tend to pile up throughout the day as one late flight pushes the next, so earlier departures are usually more reliable.

Flying via Toronto Pearson Intl (YYZ) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 11h 58m, compared with 12h 13m via Philadelphia (PHL) and 12h 20m via Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl (IAD).

Madrid is 7 hours ahead of Chicago (Central European Time vs Central Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.

Madrid Barajas Airport (MAD) hosts 5 major car rental companies, with daily rates starting from around $2 for economy cars. Top options include:
· Record go
· Goldcar Rental SP
· CLICK RENT
· Alamo
· Centauro

Round-trip flights from Chicago to Madrid range from $576 to $995, with an average of $742 over the past 12 months. Anything below $576 counts as a good deal.

Four airlines offer in-flight Wi-Fi on Chicago to Madrid flights:

• • Iberia
• • American Airlines
• • Finnair
• • British Airways