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Cheapest round-trip
$551
Typical prices: $604-$896
TAP AIR PORTUGAL
Mon 10/1Thu 10/4
MAD - ORD • 1 stop
Cheapest non-stop
$561
Typical prices: $629-$932
Finnair
Thu 2/1Tue 2/27
MAD - ORD • Non-stop
Nonstop flights
You can fly direct with Iberia and American Airlines. Average duration is 9h 36m
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Avoid delays
Most punctual • 91% on-time
Best time • Fewest delays
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When to book
in advance
Our data shows that travelers who book at least 14 weeks in advance save around 21% compared to booking last minute.
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Cheapest • 22% price drop
Most popular
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Cheapest • Avg $466 (round-trip)
Shortest trip • 12h 09m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Madrid to O'Hare Intl (MAD-ORD)

 
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Recent round-trip flight deals from Madrid to O'Hare Intl

Thu, Oct 1 - Sun, Oct 4
TAP AIR PORTUGAL Logo
7:40 am - 12:40 pmMAD  Madrid Barajas-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
12h 00m1 stop Lisbon Humberto Delgado
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6:00 pm - 10:05 amORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-MAD Madrid Barajas
33h 05m1 stop Lisbon Humberto Delgado
$551TAP AIR PORTUGAL
Mon, Feb 1 - Sat, Feb 27
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12:00 pm - 2:55 pmMAD  Madrid Barajas-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
9h 55mnonstop
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5:10 pm - 12:50 pmORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-MAD Madrid Barajas
12h 40m1 stop London Heathrow
$551Multiple Airlines
Mon, Feb 1 - Sat, Feb 27
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10:00 am - 4:55 pmMAD  Madrid Barajas-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
13h 55m1 stop New York John F Kennedy Intl
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9:50 pm - 4:50 pmORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-MAD Madrid Barajas
12h 00m1 stop London Heathrow
$556British Airways
Tue, Dec 1 - Mon, Mar 1
Air Canada Logo
6:05 am - 2:52 pmMAD  Madrid Barajas-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
15h 47m2 stops Frankfurt am Main Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Intl
Air Canada Logo
1:55 pm - 8:00 amORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-MAD Madrid Barajas
11h 05m1 stop Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Intl
$556Air Canada
Mon, Feb 1 - Sat, Feb 27
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12:00 pm - 2:55 pmMAD  Madrid Barajas-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
9h 55mnonstop
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5:40 pm - 8:50 amORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-MAD Madrid Barajas
8h 10mnonstop
$561Finnair
Fri, Feb 19 - Sun, Feb 28
Iberia Logo
12:00 pm - 2:55 pmMAD  Madrid Barajas-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
9h 55mnonstop
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4:45 pm - 5:45 amORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-MAD Madrid Barajas
30h 00m1 stop Charlotte Douglas
$563Iberia
Fri, Feb 19 - Sun, Feb 28
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1:15 pm - 7:25 pmMAD  Madrid Barajas-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
13h 10m1 stop Philadelphia
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4:45 pm - 5:45 amORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-MAD Madrid Barajas
30h 00m1 stop Charlotte Douglas
$563Iberia
Thu, Oct 1 - Sat, Oct 3
TAP AIR PORTUGAL Logo
7:40 am - 12:40 pmMAD  Madrid Barajas-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
12h 00m1 stop Lisbon Humberto Delgado
TAP AIR PORTUGAL Logo
6:05 pm - 12:40 pmORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-MAD Madrid Barajas
11h 35m1 stop Lisbon Humberto Delgado
$563TAP AIR PORTUGAL
Fri, Feb 19 - Sun, Feb 28
Finnair Logo
12:00 pm - 2:55 pmMAD  Madrid Barajas-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
9h 55mnonstop
Finnair Logo
5:40 pm - 8:50 amORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-MAD Madrid Barajas
8h 10mnonstop
$568Finnair
Thu, Dec 17 - Sun, Jan 10
TAP AIR PORTUGAL Logo
9:10 pm - 3:30 pmMAD  Madrid Barajas-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
25h 20m1 stop Lisbon Humberto Delgado
TAP AIR PORTUGAL Logo
8:10 pm - 2:05 pmORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-MAD Madrid Barajas
10h 55m1 stop Lisbon Humberto Delgado
$580TAP AIR PORTUGAL
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Price, demand and travel trends for Madrid to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport flights

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How much is a round-trip flight from Madrid to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport?

Round-trip flights from Madrid to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport start at $551. Prices are below average for this route right now, with typical round-trip fares ranging from $604 to $896. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $551 on TAP AIR PORTUGAL.

What's the cheapest day of the week to fly from Madrid to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport?

Thursday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Madrid to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport, it is 8% cheaper than the average day. Sunday is the most expensive day with flight prices 12% higher than average. Based on deals found by KAYAK users in the last 12 months.

What is the cheapest month to fly from Madrid to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport?

  • November is the cheapest month to fly from Madrid to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport at $578 round-trip.
  • August ($899) and July ($838) are the most expensive months.
  • The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 55% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

When are prices from Madrid to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport the cheapest?

Flights from Madrid to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport are cheapest 14 weeks before departure. Booking in this window typically costs about 21% less than the average last-minute fare (within 2 weeks of the flight), based on KAYAK data.

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Expert advice for your flight from Madrid to O'Hare Intl

 
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Harriet Baskas

Harriet Baskas

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Harriet is an award-winning journalist who is happiest in an airport or an unusual museum. Her stories about airports, air travel, and the business of travel have appeared on NBC News, CNBC, USA TODAY, The Points Guy and other outlets. She is the creator of the StuckatTheAirport.com blog and the author of nine books. When not out on the road or exploring the latest airport amenities, she’s home in Seattle getting ready for the next adventure.

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Duncan Madden

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Duncan is a freelance travel writer, copywriter and book author in constant search of travel stories and the perpetual sensation of being on holiday. He’s never happier than when on a dusty trail in search of empty waves or ducking under the piste tape in search of snowbound solitude. British born, living in Germany, but happiest heading for the horizon. His first book, Found in Translation, explores the etymologies and stories of country names around the world and is out now.

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Marisa Garcia

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Gabriel Leigh

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Gabriel is a writer and video creator. As senior content producer for Flightradar24 and Monocle’s transport correspondent, he keeps a close eye on aviation in particular. He has also written travel articles for the likes of The New York Times. Born in New York but raised around the world, he now lives in Sweden. He’s been to 75 countries, flying 2.3 million miles on 113 airlines and through 234 airports in the process.

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Stefanie Waldek

Expert on ORD

Stefanie Waldek is a freelance space, travel, and design writer based in Saratoga Springs, NY. Her words have appeared in Space.com, Travel + Leisure, Condé Nast Traveler, Architectural Digest, and House Beautiful, among other publications. An expert in aviation and expedition cruising, Stefanie is frequently up in the air or on the sea, likely en route to Antarctica or the Arctic.

Ramsey Qubein

Ramsey Qubein

Expert on MAD

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.

Key details for Madrid to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport flights

Low season

October

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Best time to beat the crowds with an average 13% drop in price.
Most popular time to fly with an average 14% increase in price.
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Your Madrid to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport flight questions, answered

Find helpful route details based on KAYAK data, including flight times, airports, airlines and booking questions.

  • Which airlines offer extra legroom and free seat selection on Madrid to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport flights?

    Among airlines operating Madrid to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport flights:

    • Iberia: offers free seat selection
    • American Airlines: offers free seat selection

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

  • What airlines are available from Madrid to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport?

    2 airlines operate flights between Madrid and Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport. The airlines offering nonstop flights on this route include:

    • Iberia
    • American Airlines

  • Which airports can I use when flying from Madrid to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport?

    Flights from Madrid to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport usually depart from Madrid Barajas (MAD) and arrive at Chicago O'Hare Intl (ORD).

  • Which airlines include bags at no extra cost on Madrid to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport flights?

    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
    • Finnair: a cabin bag and a checked bag in Economy Class
    • British Airways: 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.

  • What cabin classes can I book on flights from Madrid to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport?

    Three cabin classes are available on flights from Madrid to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport:

    • Economy Class
    • Premium Economy Class
    • Business Class

  • How much can I save by taking a layover when flying from Madrid to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport?

    On this route, layover flights are cheaper than nonstop options on average. Layover fares average $466 round-trip via Philadelphia (PHL), compared to $776 for nonstop.

  • What is the standard checked-bag allowance on flights from Madrid to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport?

    There is no standard. Checked-bag policies vary by airline on this route. Most carriers charge $65–$100 for the first checked bag in economy. Premium fares and elite-status bookings typically include a free checked bag.

  • Which aircraft model is used most often on flights from Madrid to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport?

    The Airbus A330-300 family is used most often on this route, operated mainly by Finnair and Aer Lingus. Other aircraft seen on the route include Boeing 787 Dreamliner variants.

  • Which airports do connecting flights from Madrid to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport pass through?

    One-stop flights from Madrid to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport most commonly connect through:

    • Lisbon Humberto Delgado (LIS) - 42% of one-stop connections
    • Rome Fiumicino (FCO) - 10% of one-stop connections
    • Paris Charles de Gaulle (CDG) - 7% of one-stop connections
    • Amsterdam Schiphol (AMS) - 6% of one-stop connections

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

  • Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from Madrid to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport?

    Yes. Being flexible with your travel dates can save you up to 19% on the Madrid to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport route. Thursday is the cheapest departure day at $679 round-trip on average, while Sunday is the most expensive at $831, a difference of $152. KAYAK's flexible dates feature shows options up to 3 days before and after your selected dates, making it easier to compare nearby fares.

  • At what point is a flight considered delayed from Madrid to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport?

    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 Madrid to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport route, 15% of flights were delayed in the past 3 months, with delays averaging 2 hours 37 minutes.

  • How are flight departures from Madrid to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport spread across the day?

    Morning is the busiest departure period on Madrid to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport flights, with 50% of flights leaving in that window. Afternoon departures account for 50%, evening flights for 0%, and night flights for 0%.

  • What popular places can I visit in Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport?

    Some of the most popular sights in Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport are Magnificent Mile, Grant Park and River North. These are among the most viewed places in Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport on KAYAK.

  • What are the earliest and latest flights from Madrid to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport?

    These are the earliest and latest flight times available from Madrid to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport:

    • Earliest: departs at 11:45 am and lands at 9:21 pm
    • Latest: departs at 1:35 pm and lands at 11:11 pm.

    The flight takes about 9h 36m.

  • How expensive are last-minute Madrid to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport flights?

    Last-minute fares on this route - booked within 2 weeks of departure - run 18% above the route average of $736. Book 14 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

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

    A nonstop flight from Madrid to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport takes 9h 36m, covering 4,188 miles.

  • Do I need a passport to fly from Madrid to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport?

    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.

  • How are flight prices from Madrid to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport looking right now?

    One-way fares from Madrid to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $451, which is 26% below the typical average for this route.

  • How do delay rates compare for morning and evening flights from Madrid to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport?

    Morning 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.

  • How much time can I save by choosing a different layover airport from Madrid to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport?

    Flying via Toronto Pearson Intl (YYZ) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 12h 09m, compared with 12h 10m via Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl (IAD) and 12h 37m via Philadelphia (PHL).

  • What is the time difference between Madrid and Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport?

    Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport is 7 hours behind Madrid (Central Time vs Central European Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.

  • What car rental options are available at Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport (ORD)?

    Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport (ORD) hosts 5 major car rental companies, with daily rates starting from around $17 for economy cars. Top options include:
    · Routes Car & Truck Rentals
    · Europcar
    · Hertz
    · Dollar
    · Ace

  • How much should I expect to pay for a Madrid to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport flight?

    Round-trip flights from Madrid to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport range from $604 to $896, with an average of $736 over the past 12 months. Anything below $604 counts as a good deal.

  • Which airlines offer Wi-Fi on Madrid to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport flights?

    Four airlines offer in-flight Wi-Fi on Madrid to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport flights:

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

    Pricing varies by airline and fare class. Some plans are included with the ticket or loyalty program; others are paid add-ons priced by flight length.

Your guide to booking Madrid to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport flights

Get tips on when to book, when to fly and what to know before your trip.
  • If your dates can be flexible, aim for a Thursday departure instead of Sunday. On this route, Thursday flights average $679 - about $152 less than Sunday (18% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • For the best chance at a low fare, aim to book around 14 weeks before you fly. On this route, that window historically saves about 21% versus last-minute pricing (KAYAK booking data, last 12 months).
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Madrid to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport trip for November. Fares historically average $578 round-trip in that month - typically $321 less than the most expensive month, which is August (based on the last 12 months).
  • If arriving on time is high on your priority list, American Airlines is the strongest pick on this route. 91% of American Airlines flights from Madrid to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport arrived on time in the past 3 months, slightly above the route's average on-time arrival rate of 85%. When flights on this route do arrive late, the average delay is 2 hours 37 minutes, so choosing a carrier with strong on-time performance can make a difference on tight schedules.
  • If you have the time, taking a 1-stop flight through Philadelphia Airport (PHL) can be cheaper than flying direct. The cheapest layover option averages $466 round-trip on this route - about $309 less than direct flights (based on the last 12 months).

Prefer to fly direct from Madrid to Chicago O'Hare Airport?

 
Find which airlines fly direct from Madrid Barajas Airport to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport, which days they fly and book direct flights.

Direct departures

Madrid Barajas to Chicago O'Hare Intl

Monday

American Airlines,Iberia

American Airlines,Iberia

Tuesday

American Airlines,Iberia

American Airlines,Iberia

Wednesday

American Airlines,Iberia

American Airlines,Iberia

Thursday

American Airlines,Iberia

American Airlines,Iberia

Friday

American Airlines,Iberia

American Airlines,Iberia

Saturday

American Airlines,Iberia

American Airlines,Iberia

Sunday

American Airlines,Iberia

American Airlines,Iberia

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Direct returns

Chicago O'Hare Intl to Madrid Barajas

Monday

American Airlines,Iberia

American Airlines,Iberia

Tuesday

American Airlines,Iberia

American Airlines,Iberia

Wednesday

American Airlines,Iberia

American Airlines,Iberia

Thursday

American Airlines,Iberia

American Airlines,Iberia

Friday

American Airlines,Iberia

American Airlines,Iberia

Saturday

American Airlines,Iberia

American Airlines,Iberia

Sunday

American Airlines,Iberia

American Airlines,Iberia

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