Are there direct flights from Barcelona to Chicago?

Direct flights from Barcelona to Chicago are relatively uncommon, historically making up only 1.6% of all flights on this route. When a direct option isn't available, flights typically involve connecting, with a median of 2 stopovers. This data is based on observations over the trailing 90 days.

How long does it take to fly from Barcelona to Chicago?

A direct flight from Barcelona to Chicago typically takes approximately 9 hours and 50 minutes. Flights with one stop, however, generally have a median duration of 15 hours and 35 minutes. The air distance between the two cities is 7095 kilometers.

Are there frequently good prices on flights from Barcelona to Chicago?

Historically, good prices on flights from Barcelona to Chicago have been frequent. This route is classified as one with frequent deals. This observation is based on pricing trends over the trailing 30 days.

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Barcelona to Chicago: Overview

Insights for flights from Barcelona to Chicago

Only 2% of recent fares from Barcelona to Chicago were classified as a good price. Right now, fares for cheap flights from Barcelona to Chicago are near the typical level, which generally ranges from $820–$1294, with a median of $995. New deals for this route appear almost daily, offering frequent opportunities to find competitive prices.

When is the cheapest time to fly from Barcelona to Chicago? The most affordable month to fly is typically May, with a median fare of $434. Following May, April also offers lower prices, with a median of $701, and November presents another option with a median fare of $884.

A typical journey from Barcelona to Chicago takes about 9h 50m, including connections. Given that most itineraries connect at least once, with a median of 2 stopovers when connecting, the total travel time reflects the need for transfers. Only 1.6% of recent fares were for direct flights from Barcelona to Chicago, indicating that non-stop options are rare for this route.

The distance between Barcelona and Chicago is approximately 7095 kilometers, classifying this as a long-haul route. This significant distance contributes to the longer flight times and the prevalence of connecting itineraries.

How much is a round trip from Barcelona to Chicago

Regular price: €491 - €1,004

Prices are currently below the regular range.

Regular prices for flights from Barcelona to Chicago typically range from 491 EUR to 1004 EUR. The current lowest deal is 372 EUR with Icelandair, for travel from Nov 19-Nov 28.

now 372 €

Low 491 €

High 1,004 €

The cheapest time to fly from Barcelona to Chicago

The cheapest month to fly from Barcelona to Chicago is May, with a median price of $434. The most expensive month is January, with a median price of $1397. Prices are generally lower from April to December.

May

Cheapest

Flights from 434 €

January

Most Expensive

Flights from 1,397 €

Jan

Apr

May

Jun

Jul

Aug

Sep

Oct

Nov

Dec

Direct flights from Barcelona to Chicago

Iberia Airlines

Last-minute flights going from Barcelona to Chicago

Mon, Oct 26

⌛ Last-Minute

BCN - Chicago

Barcelona (BCN) - Chicago (ORD)

Aero Services Executive

647 €

1,017 €

One-way

Tue, Oct 27

⌛ Last-Minute

BCN - Chicago

Barcelona (BCN) - Chicago (ORD)

TAP Portugal

651 €

906 €

One-way

Wed, Oct 28

⌛ Last-Minute

BCN - Chicago

Barcelona (BCN) - Chicago (ORD)

Scandinavian Airlines

641 €

946 €

One-way

Wed, Oct 28

⌛ Last-Minute

BCN - Chicago

Barcelona (BCN) - Chicago (ORD)

TAP Portugal

543 €

1,173 €

One-way

Wed, Oct 28

⌛ Last-Minute

BCN - Chicago

Barcelona (BCN) - Chicago (ORD)

TAP Portugal

637 €

1,178 €

One-way

Wed, Oct 28

⌛ Last-Minute

BCN - Chicago

Barcelona (BCN) - Chicago (ORD)

TAP Portugal

647 €

1,201 €

One-way

Biggest price drops on these dates for flights from Barcelona to Chicago

6 nights

Nov 22 - Nov 28

560 € → 384 €

31%

9 nights

Nov 19 - Nov 28

541 € → 385 €

29%

13 nights

Nov 12 - Nov 25

530 € → 381 €

28%

9 nights

Dec 1 - Dec 10

628 € → 491 €

22%

Popular Airports to fly from Barcelona to Chicago

Barcelona - Chicago route insights

💸 Price insights

Recent fares are near the typical level.

Recent fares from Barcelona to Chicago are near the typical level, with 2% good prices.

📅 Best time to fly

Fly in May for the best prices.

Historically, May has the lowest median price at $434, followed by April at $701.

⏱️ Flight duration

Typical flight time is 9h 50m.

Direct flights typically take 9h 50m. Connecting flights average 19h 25m with two stopovers.

✈️ Airlines & availability

Connecting flights are dominant.

Only 1.6% of recent flights from Barcelona to Chicago are direct, making connecting flights dominant.

🏆 Airline highlight

Iberia Airlines offers direct flights.

Iberia Airlines has offered 1 direct deal from Barcelona to Chicago recently.

🎯 Booking tip

Deals appear frequently.

Deals for flights from Barcelona to Chicago appear frequently, typically every 30 days.

Barcelona main airports to depart from

Barcelona–El Prat (BCN)

Cheapest

Barcelona–El Prat Airport is a convenient departure point for flights from Barcelona to Chicago.

📍 ~13 km from Barcelona (reachable by car or train)

💸 Flights from ~€442

Chicago main airports to arrive at

O Hare International (ORD)

Cheapest

O Hare International Airport is a major hub, offering extensive connections for your arrival in Chicago.

📍 ~25 km from Chicago city center (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~€495

Airports nearby Chicago used as alternative

General Mitchell International (MKE)

General Mitchell International offers significant carrier presence and is easily accessible from Chicago.

📍 ~135 km from Chicago (reachable by train or car)

💸 Flights from ~€871

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Dec 20

Chicago, United States

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$1,692

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Jan 14

Chicago, United States

93% AI deal score

$2,609

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Dec 17

Chicago, United States

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$2,943

$1,690

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From BCN

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Dec 17

Chicago, United States

92% AI deal score

$2,943

$1,690

Save $1,253

From BCN

Chicago, United States

90% AI deal score

$2,917

$2,315

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Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Chicago

Historically, the optimal booking window for flights from Barcelona to Chicago is typically 28-59 days before departure. During this period, the average price was around $1016. Booking within 0-6 days of departure typically saw prices rise to an average of $1701. Even booking more than 60 days out generally resulted in higher average prices, around $1214, across the trailing quarter.

Across the trailing 90 days, a good price for a flight from Barcelona to Chicago was considered to be $820 or less. The median price for this route was $995, while prices around $1294 or more were in the higher range. Travelers aiming for a good deal should look for fares at or below the $820 threshold.

Historically, May has been the cheapest month to fly from Barcelona to Chicago, with a median price of $434. April also offered lower median prices at $701. In contrast, November was observed as the most expensive month with a median price of $884, while the annual median price for this route was $995 across the trailing 270 days.

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Barcelona to Chicago: Overview

Insights for flights from Barcelona to Chicago

How much is a round trip from Barcelona to Chicago

Regular price: €491 - €1,004

Prices are currently below the regular range.

Regular prices for flights from Barcelona to Chicago typically range from 491 EUR to 1004 EUR. The current lowest deal is 372 EUR with Icelandair, for travel from Nov 19-Nov 28.

now 372 €

Low 491 €

High 1,004 €

The cheapest time to fly from Barcelona to Chicago

May

Cheapest

Flights from 434 €

January

Most Expensive

Flights from 1,397 €

Jan

Apr

May

Jun

Jul

Aug

Sep

Oct

Nov

Dec

Direct flights from Barcelona to Chicago

Iberia Airlines

Last-minute flights going from Barcelona to Chicago

Mon, Oct 26

⌛ Last-Minute

BCN - Chicago

Barcelona (BCN) - Chicago (ORD)

Aero Services Executive

647 €

1,017 €

One-way

Tue, Oct 27

⌛ Last-Minute

BCN - Chicago

Barcelona (BCN) - Chicago (ORD)

TAP Portugal

651 €

906 €

One-way

Wed, Oct 28

⌛ Last-Minute

BCN - Chicago

Barcelona (BCN) - Chicago (ORD)

Scandinavian Airlines

641 €

946 €

One-way

Wed, Oct 28

⌛ Last-Minute

BCN - Chicago

Barcelona (BCN) - Chicago (ORD)

TAP Portugal

543 €

1,173 €

One-way

Wed, Oct 28

⌛ Last-Minute

BCN - Chicago

Barcelona (BCN) - Chicago (ORD)

TAP Portugal

637 €

1,178 €

One-way

Wed, Oct 28

⌛ Last-Minute

BCN - Chicago

Barcelona (BCN) - Chicago (ORD)

TAP Portugal

647 €

1,201 €

One-way

Biggest price drops on these dates for flights from Barcelona to Chicago

6 nights

Nov 22 - Nov 28

560 € → 384 €

31%

9 nights

Nov 19 - Nov 28

541 € → 385 €

29%

13 nights

Nov 12 - Nov 25

530 € → 381 €

28%

9 nights

Dec 1 - Dec 10

628 € → 491 €

22%

Popular Airports to fly from Barcelona to Chicago

Barcelona - Chicago route insights

💸 Price insights

Recent fares are near the typical level.

Recent fares from Barcelona to Chicago are near the typical level, with 2% good prices.

📅 Best time to fly

Fly in May for the best prices.

Historically, May has the lowest median price at $434, followed by April at $701.

⏱️ Flight duration

Typical flight time is 9h 50m.

Direct flights typically take 9h 50m. Connecting flights average 19h 25m with two stopovers.

✈️ Airlines & availability

Connecting flights are dominant.

Only 1.6% of recent flights from Barcelona to Chicago are direct, making connecting flights dominant.

🏆 Airline highlight

Iberia Airlines offers direct flights.

Iberia Airlines has offered 1 direct deal from Barcelona to Chicago recently.

🎯 Booking tip

Deals appear frequently.

Deals for flights from Barcelona to Chicago appear frequently, typically every 30 days.

Barcelona main airports to depart from

Barcelona–El Prat (BCN)

Cheapest

Barcelona–El Prat Airport is a convenient departure point for flights from Barcelona to Chicago.

📍 ~13 km from Barcelona (reachable by car or train)

💸 Flights from ~€442

Chicago main airports to arrive at

O Hare International (ORD)

Cheapest

O Hare International Airport is a major hub, offering extensive connections for your arrival in Chicago.

📍 ~25 km from Chicago city center (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~€495

Airports nearby Chicago used as alternative

General Mitchell International (MKE)

General Mitchell International offers significant carrier presence and is easily accessible from Chicago.

Chicago, United States

92% AI deal score

$2,943

$1,690

Save $1,253

From BCN

Elite

Dec 17

Chicago, United States

92% AI deal score

$2,943

$1,690

Save $1,253

From BCN

Chicago, United States

90% AI deal score

$2,917

$2,315

Save $602

Icelandair

Business Class

Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Chicago

Cheap Flights from Barcelona to Chicago

Today’s best flight deals from Barcelona to Chicago

Barcelona to Chicago: Overview

Insights for flights from Barcelona to Chicago

How much is a round trip from Barcelona to Chicago

The cheapest time to fly from Barcelona to Chicago

Direct flights from Barcelona to Chicago

Last-minute flights going from Barcelona to Chicago

Biggest price drops on these dates for flights from Barcelona to Chicago

Popular Airports to fly from Barcelona to Chicago

Barcelona - Chicago route insights

Recent fares are near the typical level.

Fly in May for the best prices.

Typical flight time is 9h 50m.

Connecting flights are dominant.

Iberia Airlines offers direct flights.

Deals appear frequently.

Barcelona main airports to depart from

Chicago main airports to arrive at

Airports nearby Chicago used as alternative

Business & First Class Flight Deals to Chicago

Best Elite deals to Chicago

Dec 20

Jan 14

Dec 17

Dec 17

Dec 20

Nov 22

Apr 14

Dec 17

Dec 20

Dec 13

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Dec 13

Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Chicago

How far in advance should I book a flight from Barcelona to Chicago?

How do I know if a Barcelona to Chicago flight is a good deal?

What's the cheapest month to fly from Barcelona to Chicago?

Are there direct flights from Barcelona to Chicago?

How long does it take to fly from Barcelona to Chicago?

Are there frequently good prices on flights from Barcelona to Chicago?

Related routes

More routes from Barcelona

Flights to Chicago from other cities

Barcelona to Chicago: Overview

Insights for flights from Barcelona to Chicago

How much is a round trip from Barcelona to Chicago

The cheapest time to fly from Barcelona to Chicago

Direct flights from Barcelona to Chicago

Last-minute flights going from Barcelona to Chicago

Biggest price drops on these dates for flights from Barcelona to Chicago

Popular Airports to fly from Barcelona to Chicago

Barcelona - Chicago route insights

Recent fares are near the typical level.

Fly in May for the best prices.

Typical flight time is 9h 50m.

Connecting flights are dominant.

Iberia Airlines offers direct flights.

Deals appear frequently.

Barcelona main airports to depart from

Chicago main airports to arrive at

Airports nearby Chicago used as alternative

Business & First Class Flight Deals to Chicago

Best Elite deals to Chicago

Dec 20

Jan 14

Dec 17

Dec 17

Dec 20

Nov 22

Apr 14

Dec 17

Dec 20

Dec 13

Dec 13

Dec 13

Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Chicago

How far in advance should I book a flight from Barcelona to Chicago?

How do I know if a Barcelona to Chicago flight is a good deal?

What's the cheapest month to fly from Barcelona to Chicago?