What percentage of Chicago to Barcelona flights are direct?

In the trailing 90 days, approximately 2% of flights from Chicago to Barcelona have been direct. For travelers opting for connecting flights, the median number of stopovers has been 2. This indicates that most routes between these two cities typically involve at least one stop.

How long is the flight from Chicago to Barcelona?

The typical direct flight from Chicago to Barcelona has a median duration of 8 hours and 30 minutes. This route covers a distance of approximately 7094 kilometers. For flights with one stop, the median duration extends to 14 hours and 5 minutes. Travelers should account for these differences when planning their journey.

Should I set a price alert for Chicago to Barcelona flights?

Historically, deals for flights from Chicago to Barcelona are frequent. This suggests that setting a price alert could be beneficial for travelers seeking optimal fares. Price alerts can help monitor fluctuations and notify you when prices drop to a desired level. This route consistently offers opportunities for savings.

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Chicago to Barcelona: Overview

Insights for flights from Chicago to Barcelona

Right now, the share of recent fares from Chicago to Barcelona classified as a good price is 0%. Fares for flights from Chicago to Barcelona typically range from $818 to $1151, with a median of $949. Current fares are above the typical level, and new deals appear almost daily, suggesting that price alerts can be beneficial for securing better rates.

When is the cheapest time to fly from Chicago to Barcelona? The data indicates that February is typically the most affordable month, with a median fare of $845. Following closely are April, with a median fare of $852, and December, where the median fare is $892. Planning your trip during these months could lead to more economical travel.

A typical journey from Chicago to Barcelona covers a distance of 7094 km, classifying it as a long-haul flight. The median journey time for this route, including connections, is 8h 30m. Given that most itineraries connect at least once, with a median of 2 stopovers for connecting flights, this overall duration reflects the typical travel experience. Only 2% of recent fares are for direct flights from Chicago to Barcelona, meaning most travelers will have at least one stop.

How much is a round trip from Chicago to Barcelona

Regular price: $628 - $1,068

Prices are currently below the regular range.

The regular price range for flights from Chicago to Barcelona is typically between $628 and $1068. The current lowest deal is $572 with Icelandair for travel from Dec 2-Dec 9.

now $572

Low $628

High $1,068

The cheapest time to fly from Chicago to Barcelona

The cheapest month to fly from Chicago to Barcelona is February, with a median price of $845. The most expensive month is June, with a median price of $1312. Prices are generally lower from January to December.

February

Cheapest

Flights from $845

June

Most Expensive

Flights from $1,312

Jan

Feb

Mar

Apr

May

Jun

Jul

Aug

Sep

Oct

Nov

Dec

Direct flights from Chicago to Barcelona

United Airlines

Last-minute flights going from Chicago to Barcelona

Wed, Oct 28

⌛ Last-Minute

ORD - Barcelona

Chicago (ORD) - Barcelona (BCN)

TAP Portugal

$658

$651

One-way

Sun, Nov 1

⌛ Last-Minute

ORD - Barcelona

Chicago (ORD) - Barcelona (BCN)

TAP Portugal

$580

$586

One-way

Wed, Nov 4

⌛ Last-Minute

ORD - Barcelona

Chicago (ORD) - Barcelona (BCN)

TAP Portugal

$611

$596

One-way

Wed, Nov 4

⌛ Last-Minute

ORD - Barcelona

Chicago (ORD) - Barcelona (BCN)

TAP Portugal

$563

$614

One-way

Wed, Nov 4

⌛ Last-Minute

ORD - Barcelona

Chicago (ORD) - Barcelona (BCN)

TAP Portugal

$611

$618

One-way

Wed, Nov 4

⌛ Last-Minute

ORD - Barcelona

Chicago (ORD) - Barcelona (BCN)

TAP Portugal

$560

$621

One-way

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

7 nights

Dec 9 - Dec 16

$778 → $601

23%

7 nights

Mar 10 - Mar 17

$752 → $599

20%

7 nights

Mar 31 - Apr 7

$763 → $617

19%

7 nights

Dec 4 - Dec 11

$779 → $637

18%

Popular Airports to fly from Chicago to Barcelona

Chicago - Barcelona route insights

💸 Price insights

Recent fares are above the typical level

Recent fares from Chicago to Barcelona are above the typical level for this route.

📅 Best time to fly

Fly in February for the best prices

Historically, February ($845), April ($852), and December ($892) offer the lowest median prices.

⏱️ Flight duration

Direct flights take 8h 30m

The median flight time for direct flights is 8h 30m, while connecting flights average 16h 20m.

✈️ Airlines & availability

Connecting flights are dominant

Only 2% of recent flights from Chicago to Barcelona are direct, with connecting flights having 2 stopovers.

🏆 Airline highlight

United Airlines offers direct flights

United Airlines is one of the carriers providing direct flight options on this route.

🎯 Booking tip

Deals are frequent on this route

Deals for flights from Chicago to Barcelona are frequently available, appearing within a 30-day window.

Chicago main airports to depart from

O Hare International (ORD)

Cheapest

O'Hare International Airport offers flights to Barcelona, making it a key departure point from Chicago.

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

💸 Flights from ~$496

Barcelona main airports to arrive at

Barcelona–El Prat (BCN)

Cheapest

Barcelona–El Prat Airport is a primary arrival option for flights from Chicago to Barcelona.

📍 ~13 km from Barcelona (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$497

Airports nearby Barcelona used as alternative

Girona–Costa Brava (GRO)

Girona–Costa Brava is a useful alternative, especially for budget airlines and travelers heading to the Costa Brava.

📍 ~92 km from Barcelona (reachable by shuttle bus, car, or regional rail).

💸 Flights from ~$1,063

Business & First Class Flight Deals to Barcelona

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Nov 18

Barcelona, Spain

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$2,194

$1,346

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Business Class

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Dec 30

Barcelona, Spain

92% AI deal score

$3,162

$2,263

Save $899

Icelandair

Business Class

From ORD

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Jan 06

Barcelona, Spain

91% AI deal score

$2,787

$2,195

Save $592

Icelandair

Business Class

From ORD

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Jan 06

Barcelona, Spain

91% AI deal score

$2,722

$2,167

Save $555

Icelandair

Business Class

From ORD

Elite

Dec 30

Barcelona, Spain

91% AI deal score

$3,052

$2,261

Save $791

Icelandair

Business Class

From ORD

Elite

Dec 30

Barcelona, Spain

91% AI deal score

$3,055

$2,261

Save $794

Icelandair

Business Class

From ORD

Elite

Dec 30

Barcelona, Spain

91% AI deal score

$3,052

$2,263

Save $789

Icelandair

Business Class

From ORD

Elite

Dec 30

Barcelona, Spain

91% AI deal score

$3,127

$2,263

Save $864

Icelandair

Business Class

From ORD

Elite

Mar 23

Barcelona, Spain

91% AI deal score

$3,199

$2,437

Save $762

Icelandair

Business Class

From ORD

Elite

Mar 23

Barcelona, Spain

91% AI deal score

$3,173

$2,437

Save $736

Icelandair

Business Class

From ORD

Elite

Dec 17

Barcelona, Spain

91% AI deal score

$22,754

$15,193

Save $7,561

Swiss International Air Lines

Business Class

From ORD

Elite

Apr 08

Barcelona, Spain

91% AI deal score

$2,069

$1,556

Save $513

Scandinavian Airlines

Business Class

Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Barcelona

Historically, the optimal time to book flights from Chicago to Barcelona is typically 60 or more days before departure. During this period, the average price for a flight has been around $1040. Prices tend to increase as the departure date approaches, with flights booked 0-6 days out averaging $1392. For those booking 14-27 days in advance, the average price was $1047, while 28-59 days out saw an average of $1081.

Across the trailing quarter, a good price for a flight from Chicago to Barcelona is considered to be $818 or less. The median price for this route has been $949. Prices can go higher, with 75% of deals observed at $1151 or less. These figures are based on pricing data collected over a 90-day window.

Historically, February has been one of the best months to fly from Chicago to Barcelona, with a median price of $845. April also offers favorable pricing, with a median of $852. While December has a median of $892, the overall annual median price for this route is $949. These insights are based on pricing trends observed over a 270-day period.

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Chicago to Barcelona: Overview

Insights for flights from Chicago to Barcelona

How much is a round trip from Chicago to Barcelona

Regular price: $628 - $1,068

Prices are currently below the regular range.

The regular price range for flights from Chicago to Barcelona is typically between $628 and $1068. The current lowest deal is $572 with Icelandair for travel from Dec 2-Dec 9.

now $572

Low $628

High $1,068

The cheapest time to fly from Chicago to Barcelona

February

Cheapest

Flights from $845

June

Most Expensive

Flights from $1,312

Jan

Feb

Mar

Apr

May

Jun

Jul

Aug

Sep

Oct

Nov

Dec

Direct flights from Chicago to Barcelona

United Airlines

Last-minute flights going from Chicago to Barcelona

Wed, Oct 28

⌛ Last-Minute

ORD - Barcelona

Chicago (ORD) - Barcelona (BCN)

TAP Portugal

$658

$651

One-way

Sun, Nov 1

⌛ Last-Minute

ORD - Barcelona

Chicago (ORD) - Barcelona (BCN)

TAP Portugal

$580

$586

One-way

Wed, Nov 4

⌛ Last-Minute

ORD - Barcelona

Chicago (ORD) - Barcelona (BCN)

TAP Portugal

$611

$596

One-way

Wed, Nov 4

⌛ Last-Minute

ORD - Barcelona

Chicago (ORD) - Barcelona (BCN)

TAP Portugal

$563

$614

One-way

Wed, Nov 4

⌛ Last-Minute

ORD - Barcelona

Chicago (ORD) - Barcelona (BCN)

TAP Portugal

$611

$618

One-way

Wed, Nov 4

⌛ Last-Minute

ORD - Barcelona

Chicago (ORD) - Barcelona (BCN)

TAP Portugal

$560

$621

One-way

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

7 nights

Dec 9 - Dec 16

$778 → $601

23%

7 nights

Mar 10 - Mar 17

$752 → $599

20%

7 nights

Mar 31 - Apr 7

$763 → $617

19%

7 nights

Dec 4 - Dec 11

$779 → $637

18%

Popular Airports to fly from Chicago to Barcelona

Chicago - Barcelona route insights

💸 Price insights

Recent fares are above the typical level

Recent fares from Chicago to Barcelona are above the typical level for this route.

📅 Best time to fly

Fly in February for the best prices

Historically, February ($845), April ($852), and December ($892) offer the lowest median prices.

⏱️ Flight duration

Direct flights take 8h 30m

The median flight time for direct flights is 8h 30m, while connecting flights average 16h 20m.

✈️ Airlines & availability

Connecting flights are dominant

Only 2% of recent flights from Chicago to Barcelona are direct, with connecting flights having 2 stopovers.

🏆 Airline highlight

United Airlines offers direct flights

United Airlines is one of the carriers providing direct flight options on this route.

🎯 Booking tip

Deals are frequent on this route

Deals for flights from Chicago to Barcelona are frequently available, appearing within a 30-day window.

Chicago main airports to depart from

O Hare International (ORD)

Cheapest

O'Hare International Airport offers flights to Barcelona, making it a key departure point from Chicago.

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

💸 Flights from ~$496

Barcelona main airports to arrive at

Barcelona–El Prat (BCN)

Cheapest

Barcelona–El Prat Airport is a primary arrival option for flights from Chicago to Barcelona.

📍 ~13 km from Barcelona (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$497

Airports nearby Barcelona used as alternative

Girona–Costa Brava (GRO)

Girona–Costa Brava is a useful alternative, especially for budget airlines and travelers heading to the Costa Brava.

Barcelona, Spain

91% AI deal score

$2,069

$1,556

Save $513

Scandinavian Airlines

Business Class

Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Barcelona

Cheap Flights from Chicago to Barcelona

Today’s best flight deals from Chicago to Barcelona

Chicago to Barcelona: Overview

Insights for flights from Chicago to Barcelona

How much is a round trip from Chicago to Barcelona

The cheapest time to fly from Chicago to Barcelona

Direct flights from Chicago to Barcelona

Last-minute flights going from Chicago to Barcelona

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

Popular Airports to fly from Chicago to Barcelona

Chicago - Barcelona route insights

Recent fares are above the typical level

Fly in February for the best prices

Direct flights take 8h 30m

Connecting flights are dominant

United Airlines offers direct flights

Deals are frequent on this route

Chicago main airports to depart from

Barcelona main airports to arrive at

Airports nearby Barcelona used as alternative

Business & First Class Flight Deals to Barcelona

Best Elite deals to Barcelona

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Dec 30

Jan 06

Jan 06

Dec 30

Dec 30

Dec 30

Dec 30

Mar 23

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Apr 08

Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Barcelona

When is the best time to book flights from Chicago to Barcelona?

What is a good price for a flight from Chicago to Barcelona?

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

What percentage of Chicago to Barcelona flights are direct?

How long is the flight from Chicago to Barcelona?

Should I set a price alert for Chicago to Barcelona flights?

Related routes

More routes from Chicago

Flights to Barcelona from other cities

Chicago to Barcelona: Overview

Insights for flights from Chicago to Barcelona

How much is a round trip from Chicago to Barcelona

The cheapest time to fly from Chicago to Barcelona

Direct flights from Chicago to Barcelona

Last-minute flights going from Chicago to Barcelona

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

Popular Airports to fly from Chicago to Barcelona

Chicago - Barcelona route insights

Recent fares are above the typical level

Fly in February for the best prices

Direct flights take 8h 30m

Connecting flights are dominant

United Airlines offers direct flights

Deals are frequent on this route

Chicago main airports to depart from

Barcelona main airports to arrive at

Airports nearby Barcelona used as alternative

Business & First Class Flight Deals to Barcelona

Best Elite deals to Barcelona

Nov 18

Dec 30

Jan 06

Jan 06

Dec 30

Dec 30

Dec 30

Dec 30

Mar 23

Mar 23

Dec 17

Apr 08

Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Barcelona

When is the best time to book flights from Chicago to Barcelona?

What is a good price for a flight from Chicago to Barcelona?

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