Flying from Chicago to Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport (MAD): What you need to know
Get your trip planning started by working out where you'll board your flight from Chicago to Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport (MAD). O'Hare International Airport (ORD) and Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW) are the two main airports in Chicago.
Around 8 hours 10 minutes is how long you can expect to be traveling on a direct Chicago to Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport flight.
Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport is located in Madrid. The city runs on the UTC+1 timezone and is six hours ahead of Chicago.
O'Hare International Airport (ORD) to Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport (MAD) is the most popular route. There are 11 direct departures a week to choose from. If you prefer starting your day later, take the last flight with American Airlines at 10:35pm. Choose the first ORD to MAD departure operated by Iberia at 4:30pm if getting there sooner works for you.
For stress-free travel, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This way, you can comfortably board your flight from Chicago to MAD.
If you're heading away during a major holiday or other peak period, allow for even more time. Get there two hours ahead of domestic flights and up to four hours before international departures. Security and check-in lines will be longer.
Airports in Chicago
O'Hare International Airport (ORD)
You can hop on a direct flight from Chicago to Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport (MAD) out of O'Hare International Airport (ORD).
Iberia is a popular carrier that operates direct flights from Chicago to Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport taking off from ORD.
The majority of travelers prefer to book seats with Iberia between ORD and MAD.
Among carriers operating on this route, Iberia has the best track record for timely arrivals.
A stopover is the perfect opportunity to take a break from traveling and maybe even explore another city. When browsing cheap flights from Chicago to MAD departing from O'Hare International Airport (ORD), uncheck the 'Direct flights only' box to find out where you can visit along the way. Here's where you could connect through:
Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG)
Philadelphia International Airport (PHL)
Dublin Airport (DUB)
Traveling from central Chicago to ORD takes around 55 minutes on public transport. If you ride-share, drive or get a cab, you'll cover the 40 kilometers in 35 minutes or so, depending on traffic conditions.
Catching an early flight from Chicago to Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport? Avoid the stress of rushing to the terminal (and sneak in some extra snooze time) by staying at one of these stays close to O'Hare International Airport:
74.85% of flights that depart O'Hare International Airport arrive at their destination on schedule.
You'll find ORD at 10000 West O'Hare.
Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW)
Break up your flight from Chicago to Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport with a stop so you can stretch your legs or tick another place off your list. Some top stopovers between Chicago Midway International Airport and MAD include:
Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport (ATL)
Logan International Airport (BOS)
Philadelphia International Airport (PHL)
MDW is about 19 kilometers from central Chicago. It'll take 20 minutes or so to get to the airport if you're driving from the city center. Public transport takes roughly 45 minutes.
Catching an early morning flight? You might like to check in to one of these hotels near Chicago Midway International Airport the day before your Chicago to MAD flight:
Chicago Midway International Airport has an on-time performance of 77.88%. This figure shows how frequently flights departing from this airport reach their destination on time.
MDW is located at 5700 South Cicero.
Chicago Rockford International Airport (RFD)
The journey to RFD from the center of Chicago is around 4 hours 15 minutes by public transport. If you're in a car, it'll take you roughly 1 hour 25 minutes to cover the 137 kilometers or so.
Make catching an early Chicago to Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport flight one of the easiest parts of your trip. Stay at one of these hotels near Chicago Rockford International Airport and get to your check-in counter without rushing:
The on-time performance rating of RFD is 76.19%. In other words, that's how frequently flights departing this airport arrive at their destination as planned.
You'll find Chicago Rockford International Airport at 2 Airport Cir.
About Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport (MAD)
If you're coming in on a late flight from Chicago to Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport, few things beat the convenience of staying near the terminal. Pick up your luggage at baggage claim and then be showered and snoozing soon after at one of these options near MAD:
Pick up an Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport rental car and discover Madrid and beyond with your own set of wheels. Record Go, Goldcar and Click and Rent are popular providers to choose from here.
Lock in the best deal by booking your ride around one week before your Chicago to Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport flight.
Getting from Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport (MAD) to central Madrid
Central Madrid is roughly 13 kilometers from Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport. Travel times by car rental or cab will vary based on traffic conditions, so do some research ahead of your trip.
It takes around 35 minutes to get there using public transport.
How to find the cheapest flights from Chicago to Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport (MAD)
$179 is the best price for a one-way ticket from Chicago to Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport. Return flights start from $315. These fares can change based on demand.
To score cheap flights from Chicago to MAD, book your plane ticket five months ahead of your departure date.
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The best time to fly from Chicago to Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport (MAD)
Think about your travel style when deciding your trip dates. April is the quietest month to go to Madrid. July is when most people book flights from Chicago to Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport (MAD), which may be perfect if you'd rather travel when it's busy.
Lock in a Chicago to MAD plane ticket departing in July if you want to explore the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures in Madrid to range from 17ºC (63ºF) to 36ºC (97ºF).
Look for cheap tickets from Chicago to Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport in January if you like traveling in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 0ºC (32ºF) and 11ºC (52ºF).
More about Madrid
When it comes to searching for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the top stays in Madrid right here. Check out these hotels once you've locked in your flight from Chicago to Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport:
There are loads of awesome things to do in Madrid when you're ready to get out and sightsee. Kick off your exploring at Museo del Prado followed by Plaza Mayor and Museo Nacional Thyssen-Bornemisza.
Explore more of Spain
You've done Madrid, now it's time to explore other corners of Spain. Journey about 274 kilometers north-east to Zaragoza to check off its top sights. From Plaza España to Plaza del Pilar and La Seo del Salvador, you'll have a packed itinerary ahead.
Around 193 kilometers west of Madrid, Salamanca is another essential stop in Spain. Start your sightseeing at Salamanca, Casco Historico, Catedral de Salamanca and Plaza Mayor.
