Travelling from Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD) to Madrid Airport (MAD): what you need to know
Around 8 hours 10 minutes is how long you'll be travelling on a direct flight from Chicago O'Hare International Airport to Madrid Airport.
Madrid is seven hours ahead of Chicago and observes the UTC+1 timezone.
Take your pick of 12 weekly Chicago O'Hare International Airport to Madrid Airport flights. The 16:30 departure with Iberia is the earliest flight you can take. American Airlines operates the latest service of the day at 22:35.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are golden rules for hassle-free flying. Show up at the airport on time to catch your ORD to MAD flight.
Flying during a peak month like July? Major public holidays and other popular seasons can result in longer queues at security. Play things extra safe and get there up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours before a domestic departure.
Iberia has direct flights from Chicago O'Hare International Airport to Madrid Airport. Book with this popular airline, then get ready to see the sights in Madrid — and maybe even more of Spain if you have time.
The airline with the highest number of bookings on this route is Iberia.
The carrier with the most consistent on-time arrivals for ORD to MAD flights is Iberia.
We make it a breeze to book a flight with a stopover. To see your options for tickets from Chicago O'Hare International Airport to Madrid Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, choose a flight offering a stop long enough to tour the city of your choice. Popular stopovers between ORD and MAD include:
Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport
Philadelphia International Airport
Dublin Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD) to Madrid Airport (MAD)
Rs81,208 is the best price for a one-way Chicago O'Hare International Airport to Madrid Airport flight. A return flight starts from Rs153,544. These prices can change depending on availability.
Book five months before you travel. After looking at the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you'll want to book ahead to secure cheap tickets from ORD to MAD.
The cheapest month for flights from Chicago O'Hare International Airport to Madrid Airport is October. Use the 'Whole month' tool to find the lowest prices if you have flexible dates.
There's no need to check back in every day to see if fares have dropped when you set up a Price Alert. We'll send you an update as soon as there's a better deal on cheap flights from ORD to MAD.
Pick your ideal departure and arrival times, number of stops and airlines with the filters. Alternatively, sort your results by 'Cheapest' to get the best deals on flights from Chicago O'Hare International Airport to Madrid Airport.
Handy information about Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD)
You'll find ORD at 10000 West O'Hare.
Of all flights departing from Chicago O'Hare International Airport, 70% arrive as scheduled at their destination.
To get to Chicago O'Hare International Airport from central Chicago, it'll take about 30 minutes if you're travelling by car. This depends on traffic, however. It's approximately 27 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
Catching public transport? You can expect a journey time of around 45 minutes.
Get your break off to a stress-free start by staying near ORD. Whether you're boarding an early flight from Chicago O'Hare International Airport to Madrid Airport or just don't want to be rushed, these stays are perfect:
Arriving at Madrid Airport (MAD)
If you're landing on a late Chicago O'Hare International Airport to Madrid Airport flight, nothing tops the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Pick up your bags from the carousel and then be showered and resting not long after at one of these accommodation options near MAD:
Grab a Madrid Airport rental car and discover Madrid and beyond with your own set of wheels. Record Go, Goldcar and Click and Rent are leading providers to choose from here.
For the best deal, book your ride from Madrid Airport around one week before travelling.
Getting from Madrid Airport (MAD) to central Madrid
From Madrid Airport, Madrid is approximately 13 kilometres away. It takes around 20 minutes to get to the centre driving.
It typically takes 30 minutes when travelling by public transport.
When to fly to Madrid Airport (MAD)
July is the most popular month for flights from Chicago O'Hare International Airport to Madrid Airport. To escape the crowds, visit Madrid in March.
When reserving your flight from Chicago O'Hare International Airport to Madrid Airport, think about the kind of weather you enjoy. July is the warmest month in Madrid, with temperatures ranging from 18ºC to 37ºC.
Search for cheap tickets from ORD to MAD in January if you like cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between 0ºC and 12ºC on average.
Explore more of Spain
You've done Madrid, now it's time to explore other corners of Spain. Journey around 274 kilometres north-east to Zaragoza to tick off its must-visit sights. From Plaza del Pilar to La Seo del Salvador and Basílica de Nuestra Senora del Pilar, there's plenty to keep you busy.
If you're eager to discover another corner of Spain, head for Salamanca, about 177 kilometres west of Madrid. Catedral de Salamanca, Salamanca, Casco Historico and Plaza Mayor are key reasons to visit.
