Price observed over the last 3 months for a round trip.
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The cheapest flights right now
Chicago – Madrid
Outbound – Dec 7, 2026
1 stop
10h 55m LIS
Return – Dec 13, 2026
1 stop
14h 50m LIS
$609
today
Chicago – Madrid
Outbound – Dec 10, 2026
1 stop
12h 5m LIS
Return – Dec 16, 2026
1 stop
14h 50m LIS
$593
2 days ago
Chicago – Madrid
Outbound – Dec 8, 2026
direct
8h 10m Return – Dec 16, 2026
direct
9h 55m $712
3 days ago
Chicago – Madrid
Outbound – Dec 10, 2026
direct
8h 10m Return – Dec 16, 2026
direct
9h 55m $710
2 days ago
* Prices are in USD per passenger, including taxes, for a round trip. Prices are based on searches carried out within the last 72 hours. Please note that availability and ticket prices are subject to change and should not be considered as the final price quoted.
Cheapest flight tickets
$511
Average price of a round trip
$705
Average flight ticket price recorded over the last 3 months for a round trip.
Flight duration
8h13
A flight from Chicago to Madrid takes on average 8h13.
Best time
December
According to user searches, the ideal month to go to Madrid is December.
The best flight deals for a week
Chicago – Madrid
Outbound – Dec 7, 2026
1 stop
10h 55m LIS
Return – Dec 13, 2026
1 stop
14h 50m LIS
$609
today
Chicago – Madrid
Outbound – Dec 10, 2026
1 stop
12h 5m LIS
Return – Dec 16, 2026
1 stop
14h 50m LIS
$593
2 days ago
Chicago – Madrid
Outbound – Dec 10, 2026
direct
8h 10m Return – Dec 16, 2026
direct
9h 55m $710
2 days ago
Chicago – Madrid
Outbound – Dec 10, 2026
direct
8h 10m Return – Dec 16, 2026
direct
9h 55m $737
2 days ago
* Prices are in USD per passenger, including taxes, for a round trip. Prices are based on searches carried out within the last 72 hours. Please note that availability and ticket prices are subject to change and should not be considered as the final price quoted.
Tips for finding a cheap flight from Chicago to Madrid
Check out our tips for booking your flight to Madrid (Spain) from Chicago (USA) at the cheapest possible price.
Usually, the cheapest month to pick up a ticket on this route is August, with an average flight ticket price of $254 (calculation over the last two years). The most touristic season corresponds to the months of December, November and October.
For the cheapest flights, it is advisable to buy your ticket at least 82 days before the departure date.
The airline offering the cheapest flight tickets is TAP Air Portugal. A ticket from the airline TAP Air Portugal to Madrid costs on average $721.
The airlines that offer the most flights are American Airlines, Finnair and British Airways.
Price of flight tickets from Chicago to Madrid
Here is some information and tips to know before booking your flight:
- Flight ticket prices range from $511 to $1017
- The average price of a flight ticket is about $705
- Prices are lowest for stays in the month of August
- The month in which booking a ticket is cheaper is: December
info departure city :
Chicago, USA
airports :
Chicago-Merrill C. Meigs Field Airport (CGX)
Chicago FSS (CHI)
Chicago-Midway International Airport (MDW)
Chicago-O'Hare International Airport (ORD)
local time :
Chicago is a city in the country USA, the time zone is [[timezone]]. In Chicago, it is currently {fromLocalTime}, the temperature is on average 12°C, with a minimum of 10°C and a maximum of 16°C.
The city of Chicago (CHI) has 4 airport(s): Chicago-Merrill C. Meigs Field, Chicago FSS, Chicago-Midway and Chicago-O'Hare
destination info :
Madrid, Spain
airport :
Madrid-Barajas Airport (MAD)
local time :
Madrid is in the country Spain, the time zone is [[timezone]]. In Madrid, it is currently {toLocalTime}, the temperature is on average 21°C, with a minimum of 18°C and a maximum of 22°C.
The city of Madrid (MAD) has 1 airport(s): Madrid-Barajas
Useful info about Madrid
What is the least touristic period to go to Madrid?
If you want to visit Madrid during the least touristic period, choose the month of December.
What is the most popular time to travel to Madrid?
In Madrid, the most popular month is December. It is during this period that the prices offered by airlines are also the highest.
When should I book my flight from Chicago to Madrid?
According to our data, it is recommended to book your flight 82 days before your departure. If you book your flight ticket 12 weeks before your departure, you may find a price below average. The cheapest day to book a flight from Chicago to Madrid is Saturday.
What are the arrival and destination airports when traveling between Chicago and Madrid?
When you leave, you can leave from Chicago-O'Hare, and you will arrive at Madrid-Barajas.
How to reach Chicago airport from the city centre?
The airport Chicago-Merrill C. Meigs Field is located 4 km, Chicago FSS is located 29 km, Chicago-Midway is located 12 km or Chicago-O'Hare is located 29 km from the city centre. You can access it by using public transportation, taking a taxi, or renting a car.
Are there other means of transportation to go from Chicago to Madrid?
Airplane is the only means of transportation listed on Liligo for this journey.
Are there big differences in weather between Chicago and Madrid?
In summer, the average temperature is 26°C in Madrid and 22°C in Chicago. The average rainfall in summer is 10 mm in Madrid and 145 mm in Chicago. In summer, it is warmer in Madrid and it rains less in Madrid. In winter, it is colder in Madrid and it rains more in Chicago.
