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Today’s best flight deals from Champaign to Madrid

Explore current cheapest deals departing from Champaign to Madrid

July 15 - July 21

Cheapest
Best

CMI - Madrid

$1,062

$961

Round trip

July 17 - July 23

CMI - Madrid

$1,062

$1,169

Round trip

July 18 - July 22

CMI - Madrid

$1,104

$2,245

Round trip

July 12 - July 18

Earliest

CMI - Madrid

$1,072

$2,598

Round trip

July 18 - August 8

CMI - Madrid

$1,039

$4,030

Round trip

July 18 - August 9

CMI - Madrid

$1,039

$4,114

Round trip

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Insights for flights from Champaign to Madrid

A typical journey from Champaign to Madrid takes about 34h 43m, including connections. Given that most itineraries connect at least once, this duration reflects the time spent on layovers in addition to flight segments. Travelers should anticipate a significant amount of travel time when planning this route.
For those seeking cheap flights from Champaign to Madrid, the fares right now are below the typical level for this route. Prices typically range from $1120–$6374, with a median of $1605. Currently, 0% of recent fares are classified as a good price, indicating that finding exceptional deals may be challenging.
When considering the cheapest time to fly from Champaign to Madrid, September stands out as the most affordable month, with a median fare of $580. Following that, August offers a median fare of $1138, and July presents a median fare of $1605. These months generally offer more favorable pricing compared to other times of the year.
There are no direct flights from Champaign to Madrid; most itineraries connect at least once. In fact, 0% of recent fares were non-stop. For connecting flights, the typical number of stopovers is 4, which significantly contributes to the overall journey time.
The distance between Champaign and Madrid is approximately 6880 kilometers. This classifies the route as a long-haul journey, meaning you should expect an extended travel experience.

How much is a round trip from Champaign to Madrid

Regular price: $916 - $1,314

Prices are currently within the regular range.

The regular price range for flights from Champaign to Madrid is USD 916 to USD 1314. The current lowest deal is USD 961 with British Airways for travel from Jul 15-Jul 21.

now $961

Low $916

High $1,314

The cheapest time to fly from Champaign to Madrid

Flights from CMI to MAD are cheapest in September, with a median price of $580. The most expensive month to fly is May, with a median price of $6385. Prices are generally lower from July to September.

September

Cheapest

Flights from $580

May

Most Expensive

Flights from $6,385

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Direct flights from Champaign to Madrid

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Last-minute flights going from Champaign to Madrid

Sun, Jul 12

⌛ Last-Minute

CMI - Madrid

Iberia AirlinesIberia Airlines

Champaign (CMI) - Madrid (MAD)

Iberia Airlines, Aer Lingus

$1,072

$2,598

One-way

Wed, Jul 15

⌛ Last-Minute

CMI - Madrid

British Airways

Champaign (CMI) - Madrid (MAD)

British Airways

$1,062

$961

One-way

Fri, Jul 17

⌛ Last-Minute

CMI - Madrid

American Airlines

Champaign (CMI) - Madrid (MAD)

American Airlines

$1,062

$1,169

One-way

Sat, Jul 18

⌛ Last-Minute

CMI - Madrid

Iberia AirlinesIberia Airlines

Champaign (CMI) - Madrid (MAD)

Iberia Airlines, Aer Lingus, easyJet UK

$1,104

$2,245

One-way

Sat, Jul 18

⌛ Last-Minute

CMI - Madrid

Iberia AirlinesIberia Airlines

Champaign (CMI) - Madrid (MAD)

Iberia Airlines, Aer Lingus, easyJet UK

$1,039

$4,030

One-way

Sat, Jul 18

⌛ Last-Minute

CMI - Madrid

Iberia AirlinesIberia Airlines

Champaign (CMI) - Madrid (MAD)

Iberia Airlines, Aer Lingus, easyJet UK

$1,039

$4,114

One-way

Biggest price drops on these dates for flights from Champaign to Madrid

6 nights

Jul 15 - Jul 21

$1,062  →  $961

10%

6 nights

Jul 17 - Jul 23

$1,062  →  $1,169

10%

4 nights

Jul 18 - Jul 22

$1,104  →  $2,245

103%

6 nights

Jul 12 - Jul 18

$1,072  →  $2,598

142%

Popular Airports to fly from Champaign to Madrid

Champaign - Madrid route insights

💸 Price insights

Recent fares are below the typical level

Recent fares from Champaign to Madrid are below the typical level at $961.

📅 Best time to fly

Fly in September for the best prices

Historically, September is the cheapest month to fly, with a median price of $580.

⏱️ Flight duration

Connecting flights average 34h 43m

Flights from Champaign to Madrid typically involve connections, with a median flight time of 34h 43m.

✈️ Airlines & availability

Connecting flights are dominant

This route is connecting dominant, with deals from various providers for flights with multiple stops.

🏆 Airline highlight

British Airways offers a recent deal

A recent deal for $961 was found on British Airways for travel from July 15-July 21.

🎯 Booking tip

Deals are rare for this route

Deals for flights from Champaign to Madrid are rare, with about 0.03 deals per day.

Champaign main airports to depart from

University of Illinois Willard (CMI)

Cheapest

Champaign's Willard Airport offers flights to Madrid, making it a convenient local departure option.

📍 ~10 km from Champaign (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$961

Madrid main airports to arrive at

Adolfo Suárez Madrid–Barajas (MAD)

Cheapest

Adolfo Suárez Madrid–Barajas Airport is a good choice for flights to Madrid.

📍 ~13 km from Madrid city center (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$952

Airports nearby Madrid used as alternative

Valencia (VLC)

Valencia Airport offers a wide range of European and domestic connections, with excellent high-speed rail access from Madrid.

📍 ~300 km from Madrid (reachable by high-speed train)

💸 Flights from ~$2152

Barcelona–El Prat (BCN)

Cheapest

Barcelona–El Prat is Spain's largest alternative hub with the most extensive international flight network.

📍 ~500 km from Madrid (reachable by high-speed train)

💸 Flights from ~$967

Málaga (AGP)

Málaga Airport is a major international gateway, especially for low-cost carriers, with direct high-speed rail from Madrid.

📍 ~400 km from Madrid (reachable by high-speed train)

💸 Flights from ~$1055

Alicante–Elche (ALC)

Alicante–Elche Airport provides significant international flights, particularly to Northern Europe and the UK, with strong rail connectivity.

📍 ~360 km from Madrid (reachable by high-speed train)

💸 Flights from ~$1997

Seville (SVQ)

Seville Airport is a primary hub for Southern Spain with good domestic and European coverage and direct high-speed rail.

📍 ~400 km from Madrid (reachable by high-speed train)

💸 Flights from ~$2184

Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Madrid

To find more affordable flights, consider being flexible with your travel dates and times. Comparing prices across different airlines and booking sites can also help uncover better deals. Sometimes, flying on weekdays or during off-peak seasons may result in lower fares.

Booking flights in advance often provides more options and potentially lower prices. However, last-minute deals can sometimes appear, though they are less common. It's usually beneficial to monitor fare trends and book when prices seem favorable for your travel plans.

Comparing flights from nearby airports can sometimes lead to more economical options or different flight schedules. While it may add to your ground travel, the potential savings on airfare can be significant. Always factor in the cost and time of transportation to and from alternative airports.