$180 Cheap Flights from Chicago (ORD) to Madrid (MAD)

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Popular airlines from Chicago O'Hare Intl. Airport (ORD) to Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport (MAD)

Today's featured flight deals from Chicago O'Hare Intl. Airport (ORD) to Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport (MAD)

Nonstop
Carry-on included
Lower price than typical

Cheap Flights from Chicago to Madrid (ORD-MAD)

Prices were available within the past 7 days and start at $180 for one-way flights and $399 for round trip, for the period specified. Prices and availability are subject to change. Additional terms apply.

TAP Portugal
Wed, Nov 12 - Sat, Nov 22
ORD
Chicago
MAD
Madrid
$399 Roundtrip, found 12 hours ago
$399
Roundtrip
found 12 hours ago
Select TAP Portugal flight, departing Wed, Nov 12 from Chicago to Madrid, returning Sat, Nov 22, priced at $399 found 12 hours ago
Iberia
Sun, Sep 28 - Tue, Oct 7
ORD
Chicago
MAD
Madrid
$423 Roundtrip, found 10 hours ago
$423
Roundtrip
found 10 hours ago
Select Iberia flight, departing Sun, Sep 28 from Chicago to Madrid, returning Tue, Oct 7, priced at $423 found 10 hours ago
United
Wed, Mar 4 - Wed, Mar 18
ORD
Chicago
MAD
Madrid
$424 Roundtrip, just found
$424
Roundtrip
just found
Select United flight, departing Wed, Mar 4 from Chicago to Madrid, returning Wed, Mar 18, priced at $424 just found
British Airways
Sun, Feb 1 - Thu, Feb 19
ORD
Chicago
MAD
Madrid
$424 Roundtrip, just found
$424
Roundtrip
just found
Select British Airways flight, departing Sun, Feb 1 from Chicago to Madrid, returning Thu, Feb 19, priced at $424 just found
American Airlines
Mon, Mar 2 - Tue, Mar 10
ORD
Chicago
MAD
Madrid
$424 Roundtrip, just found
$424
Roundtrip
just found
Select American Airlines flight, departing Mon, Mar 2 from Chicago to Madrid, returning Tue, Mar 10, priced at $424 just found
Virgin Atlantic
Wed, Oct 29 - Thu, Nov 6
ORD
Chicago
MAD
Madrid
$438 Roundtrip, found 10 hours ago
$438
Roundtrip
found 10 hours ago
Select Virgin Atlantic flight, departing Wed, Oct 29 from Chicago to Madrid, returning Thu, Nov 6, priced at $438 found 10 hours ago
Delta
Wed, Oct 29 - Thu, Nov 6
ORD
Chicago
MAD
Madrid
$438 Roundtrip, found 10 hours ago
$438
Roundtrip
found 10 hours ago
Select Delta flight, departing Wed, Oct 29 from Chicago to Madrid, returning Thu, Nov 6, priced at $438 found 10 hours ago
Air Canada
Mon, Mar 2 - Tue, Mar 10
ORD
Chicago
MAD
Madrid
$445 Roundtrip, just found
$445
Roundtrip
just found
Select Air Canada flight, departing Mon, Mar 2 from Chicago to Madrid, returning Tue, Mar 10, priced at $445 just found
Swiss International Air Lines
Sun, Sep 28 - Tue, Oct 14
ORD
Chicago
MAD
Madrid
$457 Roundtrip, found 10 hours ago
$457
Roundtrip
found 10 hours ago
Select Swiss International Air Lines flight, departing Sun, Sep 28 from Chicago to Madrid, returning Tue, Oct 14, priced at $457 found 10 hours ago
Lufthansa
Wed, Nov 26 - Tue, Dec 2
ORD
Chicago
MAD
Madrid
$463 Roundtrip, found 1 hour ago
$463
Roundtrip
found 1 hour ago
Select Lufthansa flight, departing Wed, Nov 26 from Chicago to Madrid, returning Tue, Dec 2, priced at $463 found 1 hour ago

Find the cheapest month to fly from Chicago (ORD) to Madrid (MAD)

August is typically the cheapest month to fly

From $300 - $949 per traveler.

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Alternative airports near Madrid

Prices were available within the past 7 days. Prices and availability are subject to change.

Select flight to Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas MAD. Cheapest and Closest option available. Average driving time to city center is 20 minutes. Flights from $470
MAD
Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas
CheapestClosest
Average driving time to city center20 min
Flights from $470
Flights from Chicago (ORD) to Madrid (MAD)
Origin airport
O'Hare Intl.
Destination airport
Adolfo Suárez Madrid-Barajas
Airlines serving
Aer Lingus, Air Canada, Air France, Alaska Airlines, American Airlines, British Airways, Brussels Airlines, Delta, Finnair, Iberia, JetBlue Airways, KLM, LOT-Polish Airlines, Lufthansa, Scandinavian Airlines, Swiss International Air Lines, TAP Portugal, Turkish Airlines, United, Virgin Atlantic
Roundtrip price
$399
Distance
4191 mi

Chicago to Madrid Flights

The cheapest times to fly from Chicago to Madrid

On average, Thursday can be the cheapest time to fly, according to data from the Airlines Reporting Corporation (ARC), one of the world's biggest databases for global airline sales. The data reveals that you could save up to 16% by flying on a Thursday—the cheapest day to travel on average—instead of a Sunday—the most expensive. Some of the most affordable flights from Chicago to Madrid are during the month of November. You can find some of the cheapest flights from Chicago to Madrid with Expedia's search tool and vast selection of airlines.

 

The best time to book a flight from Chicago to Madrid

Sunday is one of the best days to book for cheap flights from Chicago to Madrid: Tickets reserved on a Sunday cost between 6% and 13% less than those reserved on a Friday, according to ARC data. The data also suggests booking early can also lead to cheaper airfares. You could save 24% by buying your tickets for domestic flights at least a month in advance and 10% by booking international flights 2 months in advance.

 

How to find cheap round-trip tickets from Chicago to Madrid

Being flexible with your dates and using Expedia's Price Drop Protection and Price Tracking features are some of the best ways of finding a cheap ticket from Chicago to Madrid in 2025. You can also book with separate airlines for your outbound and return journeys, from $180 one-way. Expedia also offers Price Drop Protection, so if the cost of your airfare goes down after booking, you'll receive a credit for the difference*. This is available for a small fee, and is free to One Key Gold and Platinum tier members.

 

Expedia's Price Tracking feature means you can stay on top of airfares without manually checking every day. It sends you automated price alerts for cheap Chicago to Madrid flights and uses historical data to indicate when the best time to book is. Download Expedia's free app to activate this handy tool in a few easy taps.

 

You could also save big by booking one of Expedia's vacation packages. Bundling together your Chicago to Madrid airfare with your accommodations and car rental is often cheaper than booking everything separately. There’s also One Key, Expedia's generous rewards program. Join for free and you could earn One Key cash on most bookings to save on future adventures.

 

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Disclaimer: ARC The statistics are based on average round-trip ticket prices between January and August 2023. The percentages you see are averages.

 

Frequently asked questions

How much does a flight from O'Hare Intl. Airport (ORD) to Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport (MAD) cost?
Lock in a cheap one-way flight from $180 or cheap return flight from $399 from O'Hare Intl. Airport (ORD) to Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport (MAD) with Expedia. Enter your travel dates and sort by "Price (lowest to highest)" to find our cheapest flight offers on this route.
What is the cheapest month to fly from O'Hare Intl. Airport (ORD) to Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport (MAD)?
The cheapest month to fly from ORD to MAD is November, when demand is low. Off-peak season is often when better flight deals are available between these airports.
Which airlines fly direct from O'Hare Intl. Airport (ORD) to Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport (MAD)?
You can fly nonstop from O'Hare Intl. Airport (ORD) to Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport (MAD) on an Iberia flight.
What is the cheapest airline that flies from O'Hare Intl. Airport (ORD) to Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport (MAD)?
Use the filter tool on Expedia to compare airlines and find the most affordable carrier that'll fly you from ORD to MAD. Then, sort your results by "Price (lowest to highest)" to snap up a great deal.
How many flights per day from O'Hare Intl. Airport (ORD) to Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport (MAD)?
On average you can take your pick of 5 direct flights every week from O'Hare Intl. Airport (ORD) to Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport (MAD). To expand your choices, consider flights with layovers. Just enter your dates on Expedia and then set the filters to include one stop or more.
What are the most popular departure times for flights from O'Hare Intl. Airport (ORD) to Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport (MAD)?
The 4 PM departures from ORD to MAD see the highest demand. These flights can come with a higher price due to their popularity. If you want to save money, choose a less crowded time to fly.
What day of the week has the most flights from ORD to MAD?
If you fly on a Saturday, you'll get the biggest range of options for flights from O'Hare Intl. Airport (ORD) to Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport (MAD).
What is the earliest flight from O'Hare Intl. Airport (ORD) to Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport (MAD)?
The earliest flight leaving O'Hare Intl. Airport (ORD) is at around 4:45PM UTC-6. Catch this flight and you'll land at Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport (MAD) at approximately 7:55AM UTC+1. The entire trip takes 8h 10m.
How long does it take to fly from O'Hare Intl. Airport (ORD) to Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport (MAD)?
Flights from ORD to MAD have an average travel time of 8 hours and 10 minutes. The distance between the two is 4,200 mi.
What airline has the least delays from ORD to MAD?
With 80% of journeys generally landing on time, British Airways has the best on-time performance for direct flights from O'Hare Intl. Airport (ORD) to Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport (MAD). To monitor your flight status and receive notifications if anything changes, head to the Expedia App.
What is the best time to fly from O'Hare Intl. Airport (ORD) to Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport (MAD)?
To land at Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport (MAD) without delays, select a flight that leaves O'Hare Intl. Airport (ORD) before 3 PM. The likelihood of cancellations is 22% higher, on average, for departures after this hour.**Most reliable time of the day and month to travel recommendation is based on January through August 2024 flight status data sourced from OAG's global flight data platform.
What airports do you fly into for Madrid from O'Hare Intl. Airport (ORD)?
Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport (MAD) is the only airport in Madrid with direct flights from O'Hare Intl. Airport (ORD). Consider the options and discover cheap fares on Expedia.
Is it cheaper to buy a plane ticket from O'Hare Intl. Airport (ORD) to Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport (MAD) last-minute?
Booking your ticket from ORD to MAD right before your trip is usually more expensive. But if there's some wiggle room with your travel times and dates, you could bag a cheap last-minute fare.
Is it cheaper to book an ORD to MAD flight and hotel package?
Securing an ORD to MAD flight and hotel package tends to be cheaper than booking separately. With Expedia, you can enjoy the convenience of organizing your trip in one place. Select from our extensive range of hotels and then add activities, car rentals and flights to your booking. Bundle everything together, and you could save hundreds of dollars.
Can I cancel or change the date of my flight from O'Hare Intl. Airport (ORD) to Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport (MAD)?
It's usually possible to reschedule or cancel your ORD to MAD flight. However, for bookings made more than 24 hours ago, additional charges may apply. Refer to your airline's policies in your itinerary to see what changes are possible and whether any costs are involved. You'll also find further details on our Customer Service portal.

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