Flying from Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport (MAD) to Chicago: what you need to know
Expect to be in the air for 8 hours 10 minutes. That's the average duration of a direct flight from Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport to Chicago.
Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport is located in Madrid. Following the UTC-5 timezone, Chicago is six hours behind Madrid.
The busiest route is from Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport (MAD) to O'Hare International Airport (ORD). Take your pick of 11 weekly services between these two airports. If you'd like to get on your way as soon as you can, the earliest flight from MAD to ORD is the 11:35 Iberia option. If you'd rather fly out later on, the final departure is at 16:40 with American Airlines.
Give yourself plenty of time to catch your MAD to Chicago flight. Generally, it's best to arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Heading away during a peak period like public or school holidays? Expect longer lines at security and check-in. Play it safe and arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
You can book a direct Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport to Chicago ticket. Start your trip at MAD and arrive at O'Hare International Airport (ORD).
Book your ticket with Iberia. This well-known airline offers direct flights from Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport to Chicago.
Consider adding a stopover to potentially land a cheaper flight ticket from MAD to Chicago. Just uncheck 'Direct flights only' during your search. Take a break (and maybe save some cash) by stopping at one of these connecting airports:
Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport (ATL)
Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport (DFW)
Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG)
MAD is about 13 kilometres from central Madrid. If you're ride-sharing, driving or catching a cab from the centre, it'll take 25 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic. If you're using public transport, expect the journey time to be around 35 minutes.
Booked an early flight from Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport to Chicago? Avoid rushing to the airport (and get some extra shut-eye) by choosing one of these stays close to MAD:
Of the departures from Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport, 78.23% land on schedule at their destination.
How to find the cheapest flights from Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport (MAD) to Chicago
The best price we've found for a one-way Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport to Chicago flight is R 5,290. The cheapest price for a return flight is R 6,964. Bear in mind fares can change due to availability at the time of booking.
Lock in cheap flights from MAD to Chicago by booking one month ahead. According to our research, that's the sweet spot for finding a bargain.
May is the best month for scoring an incredible deal on Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport to Chicago tickets. If you need to travel at a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will give you the lowest prices for every month.
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Airports in Chicago
O'Hare International Airport (ORD)
O'Hare International Airport (ORD) is around 40 kilometres from central Chicago. If you're grabbing a cab or a ride-share, the drive takes about 35 minutes.
Travelling to the centre on public transport typically takes 55 minutes.
The last thing you want is a long journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on a flight from Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport to Chicago. Check in to one of these accommodation options near ORD instead:
Pick up an O'Hare International Airport rental car and explore Chicago and beyond with your own wheels. Routes Car Rentals, Dollar and Budget are popular providers to choose from here.
Lock in the best rate by booking your vehicle from O'Hare International Airport about four weeks ahead of your flight from MAD to Chicago.
You'll find ORD at 10000 West O'Hare.
Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW)
Once your flight from Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport to Chicago has hit the tarmac, you can make your way to the city centre in around 20 minutes by car. Central Chicago is roughly 19 kilometres from Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW).
You can expect the trip to take about 45 minutes on public transport.
Hang up the 'Do not disturb' sign and relax at a hotel near MDW. Here are a few options where you can check in after your MAD to Chicago flight:
The quickest way to reach your destination is with a Chicago Midway International Airport rental car. Pick up your wheels from Dollar, Hertz or Budget and get going in the blink of an eye.
Don't pay more than you need to. Securing your ride four weeks ahead of your arrival at MDW will help you save.
Chicago Midway International Airport is located at 5700 South Cicero.
Chicago Rockford International Airport (RFD)
Make tracks for the city centre after your flight from Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport to Chicago has touched down. Central Chicago is about 137 kilometres from Chicago Rockford International Airport (RFD) and takes roughly 1 hour 25 minutes to reach by cab or ride-share.
If you're travelling on public transport, the journey will take you about 4 hours 15 minutes.
Enjoy a more leisurely start to your trip by checking in to a hotel near RFD after your MAD to Chicago flight. Take a load off after a long travel day or just give yourself time to find your footing in a new place at:
Take the guesswork out of the next leg of your journey with a Chicago Rockford International Airport rental car. Budget, Alamo and National are reliable rental providers.
Booking at least a few weeks ahead of your flight from Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport to Chicago is smart. As well as better prices, you'll have a wider selection of vehicle makes and models at RFD.
Chicago Rockford International Airport is located at 2 Airport Cir.
Best time to go to Chicago
Carefully consider your travel dates before locking in your flight from Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport to Chicago. The city buzzes in high season, but rates are generally higher and top attractions can be crowded. Go to Chicago in low season if you like a more relaxed vibe.
The warmest month in Chicago is July, with temperatures ranging between 15ºC (59ºF) and 29ºC (84ºF). Lock in your Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport to Chicago flight ticket then if that's your definition of good weather.
If you want to travel in cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from MAD to Chicago in January when temperatures average between -12ºC (10ºF) and 3ºC (37ºF).
More about Chicago
Start your Chicago trip right by choosing the perfect place to stay. Once you've booked your flight from Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport to Chicago, explore our selection of hotels including:
There are so many things to discover in this city it can be hard to know where to start. Art Institute of Chicago, Millennium Park and LandShark Beer Garden at Navy Pier are top attractions which should feature on any well-planned Chicago itinerary.
Explore more of United States
Chicago has plenty going for it, but there are so many other parts of United States just waiting to be explored. About 451 kilometres south-east of Chicago, a trip to Columbus will keep you busy. Don't miss top attractions like Franklin Park Conservatory and Botanical Gardens, Ohio Statehouse and German Village.
Around 257 kilometres south-east of Chicago, Indianapolis is another essential stop in United States. Experience major highlights starting with The Children's Museum of Indianapolis, Indianapolis Museum of Art and Indianapolis Zoo.
