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Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from Barcelona Airport to Chicago? If you want to travel next month, return fares start from 499 €. Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.

Chicago.451 € per passenger.Departing Fri, 23 Oct, returning Sat, 7 Nov.Return flight with Iberia.Outbound indirect flight with Iberia, departs from Barcelona on Fri, 23 Oct, arriving in Chicago O'Hare International.Inbound indirect flight with Iberia, departs from Chicago O'Hare International on Sat, 7 Nov, arriving in Barcelona.Price includes taxes and charges.From 451 €, select.

Chicago.499 € per passenger.Departing Thu, 4 Jun, returning Tue, 30 Jun.Return flight with ITA Airways.Outbound indirect flight with ITA Airways, departs from Barcelona on Thu, 4 Jun, arriving in Chicago O'Hare International.Inbound indirect flight with ITA Airways, departs from Chicago O'Hare International on Tue, 30 Jun, arriving in Barcelona.Price includes taxes and charges.From 499 €, select.

Chicago.519 € per passenger.Departing Wed, 20 May, returning Mon, 29 Jun.Return flight with ITA Airways.Outbound indirect flight with ITA Airways, departs from Barcelona on Wed, 20 May, arriving in Chicago O'Hare International.Inbound indirect flight with ITA Airways, departs from Chicago O'Hare International on Mon, 29 Jun, arriving in Barcelona.Price includes taxes and charges.From 519 €, select.

Chicago.521 € per passenger.Departing Wed, 13 Jan, returning Wed, 20 Jan.Return flight with TAP Air Portugal.Outbound indirect flight with TAP Air Portugal, departs from Barcelona on Wed, 13 Jan, arriving in Chicago O'Hare International.Inbound indirect flight with TAP Air Portugal, departs from Chicago O'Hare International on Wed, 20 Jan, arriving in Barcelona.Price includes taxes and charges.From 521 €, select.

Chicago.522 € per passenger.Departing Tue, 1 Sep, returning Tue, 8 Sep.Return flight with ITA Airways.Outbound indirect flight with ITA Airways, departs from Barcelona on Tue, 1 Sep, arriving in Chicago O'Hare International.Inbound indirect flight with ITA Airways, departs from Chicago O'Hare International on Tue, 8 Sep, arriving in Barcelona.Price includes taxes and charges.From 522 €, select.

Chicago.523 € per passenger.Departing Thu, 3 Dec, returning Fri, 11 Dec.Return flight with TAP Air Portugal.Outbound indirect flight with TAP Air Portugal, departs from Barcelona on Thu, 3 Dec, arriving in Chicago O'Hare International.Inbound indirect flight with TAP Air Portugal, departs from Chicago O'Hare International on Fri, 11 Dec, arriving in Barcelona.Price includes taxes and charges.From 523 €, select.

Chicago.524 € per passenger.Departing Wed, 18 Nov, returning Fri, 4 Dec.Return flight with TAP Air Portugal.Outbound indirect flight with TAP Air Portugal, departs from Barcelona on Wed, 18 Nov, arriving in Chicago O'Hare International.Inbound indirect flight with TAP Air Portugal, departs from Chicago O'Hare International on Fri, 4 Dec, arriving in Barcelona.Price includes taxes and charges.From 524 €, select.

Chicago.524 € per passenger.Departing Thu, 25 Feb, returning Sun, 28 Feb.Return flight with TAP Air Portugal.Outbound indirect flight with TAP Air Portugal, departs from Barcelona on Thu, 25 Feb, arriving in Chicago O'Hare International.Inbound indirect flight with TAP Air Portugal, departs from Chicago O'Hare International on Sun, 28 Feb, arriving in Barcelona.Price includes taxes and charges.From 524 €, select.

Chicago.524 € per passenger.Departing Thu, 19 Nov, returning Fri, 27 Nov.Return flight with TAP Air Portugal.Outbound indirect flight with TAP Air Portugal, departs from Barcelona on Thu, 19 Nov, arriving in Chicago O'Hare International.Inbound indirect flight with TAP Air Portugal, departs from Chicago O'Hare International on Fri, 27 Nov, arriving in Barcelona.Price includes taxes and charges.From 524 €, select.

Chicago.525 € per passenger.Departing Wed, 24 Mar, returning Sun, 28 Mar.Return flight with SWISS.Outbound indirect flight with SWISS, departs from Barcelona on Wed, 24 Mar, arriving in Chicago O'Hare International.Inbound indirect flight with SWISS, departs from Chicago O'Hare International on Sun, 28 Mar, arriving in Barcelona.Price includes taxes and charges.From 525 €, select.

Chicago.525 € per passenger.Departing Fri, 29 Jan, returning Sun, 7 Feb.Return flight with TAP Air Portugal.Outbound indirect flight with TAP Air Portugal, departs from Barcelona on Fri, 29 Jan, arriving in Chicago O'Hare International.Inbound indirect flight with TAP Air Portugal, departs from Chicago O'Hare International on Sun, 7 Feb, arriving in Barcelona.Price includes taxes and charges.From 525 €, select.

Chicago.529 € per passenger.Departing Sun, 27 Sep, returning Sun, 11 Oct.Return flight with ITA Airways.Outbound indirect flight with ITA Airways, departs from Barcelona on Sun, 27 Sep, arriving in Chicago O'Hare International.Inbound indirect flight with ITA Airways, departs from Chicago O'Hare International on Sun, 11 Oct, arriving in Barcelona.Price includes taxes and charges.From 529 €, select.

Chicago.533 € per passenger.Departing Fri, 9 Oct, returning Sun, 11 Oct.Return flight with Icelandair.Outbound indirect flight with Icelandair, departs from Barcelona on Fri, 9 Oct, arriving in Chicago O'Hare International.Inbound indirect flight with Icelandair, departs from Chicago O'Hare International on Sun, 11 Oct, arriving in Barcelona.Price includes taxes and charges.From 533 €, select.

Chicago.538 € per passenger.Departing Thu, 21 May, returning Tue, 26 May.Return flight with British Airways.Outbound indirect flight with British Airways, departs from Barcelona on Thu, 21 May, arriving in Chicago O'Hare International.Inbound indirect flight with British Airways, departs from Chicago O'Hare International on Tue, 26 May, arriving in Barcelona.Price includes taxes and charges.From 538 €, select.

Chicago.540 € per passenger.Departing Wed, 16 Sep, returning Sun, 1 Nov.Return flight with Icelandair.Outbound indirect flight with Icelandair, departs from Barcelona on Wed, 16 Sep, arriving in Chicago O'Hare International.Inbound indirect flight with Icelandair, departs from Chicago O'Hare International on Sun, 1 Nov, arriving in Barcelona.Price includes taxes and charges.From 540 €, select.

Chicago.544 € per passenger.Departing Thu, 4 Jun, returning Mon, 13 Jul.Return flight with British Airways.Outbound indirect flight with British Airways, departs from Barcelona on Thu, 4 Jun, arriving in Chicago O'Hare International.Inbound indirect flight with British Airways, departs from Chicago O'Hare International on Mon, 13 Jul, arriving in Barcelona.Price includes taxes and charges.From 544 €, select.

Find the cheapest month to fly from Barcelona to Chicago

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Barcelona to Chicago: Flight information

The things to know before you go.

Cheapest flight found	451 €
Cheapest month to fly	October
Average flight time	9 hrs, 45 mins
Most popular airline	Lufthansa
Average flights per week	260

Finding cheap flights from Barcelona to Chicago: Frequently asked questions

How many airports are there in Chicago?

There are 4 airports in Chicago: Chicago Midway, Chicago O'Hare International, Chicago Dupage County, and Chicago Rockford.

How much are return flights from Barcelona to Chicago?

The best price we found for a return flight from Barcelona to Chicago is 451 €. This is an estimate based on information collected from different airlines and travel providers over the last 4 days and is subject to change and availability.

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

9 hours and 45 minutes is the average flight time from Barcelona to Chicago.

Which airlines fly direct from Barcelona to Chicago?

Lufthansa, Air Canada and United fly direct from Barcelona to Chicago.

How many flights are there a week from Barcelona to Chicago?

As of May 2026, there are 260 flights per week flying from Barcelona to Chicago.

When is the cheapest time to fly from Barcelona to Chicago?

The cheapest month to fly from Barcelona to Chicago is usually October.

Which is the cheapest airport to fly into in Chicago?

If you're flying from Barcelona Airport, the cheapest airport near Chicago is Chicago O'Hare International – which is 25.4 km away from the centre of Chicago. We've found flights into this airport from 451 €.

Which upcoming date is cheapest to fly from Barcelona Airport to Chicago on?

After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Barcelona Airport to Chicago on Friday, 23 October 2026.

Can I get a direct flight from Barcelona Airport to Chicago?

Yes – the average flight time is 9 hours and 45 minutes.

How can I get the best flight deal from Barcelona Airport to Chicago?

We show every price from over 1,200 airlines and travel agents, comparing them all so you don’t have to. If you know you want to fly to Chicago but you’re not ready to book, set up a Price Alert. We’ll track prices for you, and let you know when they rise or fall.

When is the best time to book flights to Chicago?

We crunched all the numbers in our flight calendar and it looks like the cheapest time to book a flight to Chicago is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.

What’s the weather like in Chicago?

In May, the average temperature is usually around 13°C. July is typically the warmest month in Chicago, when it usually averages around 26°C. You can expect the least rain in January. The coldest month is January, with temperatures averaging -8°C. The rainiest month is August.

Which is the cheapest airline to fly from Barcelona Airport to Chicago with?

Currently, Iberia offers the cheapest flight tickets to Chicago.

Travelling from Barcelona-El Prat Airport (BCN) to Chicago: what you need to know

Take a direct flight from Barcelona-El Prat Airport to Chicago and you'll be travelling for an average of 8 hours 35 minutes.
The timezone in Chicago is UTC-6. The city is seven hours behind Barcelona, where Barcelona-El Prat Airport is located.
With eight departures a week between the two airports, Barcelona-El Prat Airport (BCN) to Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD) is the busiest route. Board American Airlines's 10:45 flight to get your journey from BCN to ORD underway.
For stress-free travel, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This ensures you have enough time to catch your BCN to Chicago flight.
You'll likely experience longer lines in popular months such as June. Arriving up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours for a domestic departure will give you plenty of time for security and boarding.
You can book a direct Barcelona-El Prat Airport to Chicago ticket. Begin your journey at BCN and arrive at Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD).
Book your seat with United Airlines. This leading carrier offers direct flights from Barcelona-El Prat Airport to Chicago.
A stopover is the perfect opportunity to break up your journey and possibly even explore a different city. When browsing for plane tickets from BCN to Chicago, deselect the 'Direct flights only' box to see where you can visit along the way. Here are some popular options to consider:
- Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson International Airport (ATL)
- London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
- Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG)
Located around 13 kilometres from central Barcelona, BCN can be reached in about 25 minutes by car. The journey on public transport will take roughly 30 minutes.
Have an early flight from Barcelona-El Prat Airport to Chicago? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the terminal (and enjoy a little extra shut-eye) by choosing one of these stays near BCN:
Barcelona-El Prat Airport has an excellent on-time performance, so you're less likely to experience disruptions. Departures from BCN make it to their destination as scheduled 80% of the time.

How to find the cheapest flights from Barcelona-El Prat Airport (BCN) to Chicago

319 € is the lowest price we've found for a one-way Barcelona-El Prat Airport to Chicago flight. A return ticket right now is 451 €. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares could change.
Don't wait until the last moment. You're more likely to pick up cheap flights from BCN to Chicago if you book ahead. Airlines often have some excellent early bird discounts.
The 'Whole month' tool will show you the cheapest tickets from Barcelona-El Prat Airport to Chicago across each month. It's a good way to snap up a bargain if your travel dates aren't set in stone.
Save time searching for cheap flights from BCN to Chicago by setting up a Price Alert. We'll send you an email or notification on the app when a lower fare pops up.
Find an affordable flight from Barcelona-El Prat Airport to Chicago with the help of our filters. Choose your ideal times, number of stops and airlines, then sort the results by 'Cheapest' for the best deals.

Airports in Chicago

Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD)

Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD) is around 27 kilometres from central Chicago. If you're opting for a ride-share or a taxi, the drive takes roughly 30 minutes.
If you're using public transport, expect a journey time of about 45 minutes.
If you're arriving on a late flight from Barcelona-El Prat Airport to Chicago, nothing beats the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Grab your bags from the carousel and then be showered and relaxing not long after at one of these accommodation options near ORD:
Booking your ride from Chicago O'Hare International Airport around four weeks in advance of your flight from BCN to Chicago can help you lock in the best possible rate.
The street address for ORD is 10000 West O'Hare.

Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW)

The centre of Chicago is around 16 kilometres from Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW). After your flight from Barcelona-El Prat Airport to Chicago has hit the runway and you've made your way through the terminal, the drive should take about 25 minutes.
If you travel by public transport, you'll reach the centre in 30 minutes or so.
After stepping off your BCN to Chicago flight, kick back at a hotel close to MDW. These are some comfortable accommodation options that'll help you switch to relaxation mode:
Secure your first choice, not your last resort. Securing your ride from MDW four weeks ahead of time often means more savings and a bigger choice of vehicles.
The address for Chicago Midway International Airport is 5700 South Cicero.

Chicago Rockford International Airport (RFD)

Make tracks for the city centre after your flight from Barcelona-El Prat Airport to Chicago has landed. Central Chicago is about 145 kilometres from Chicago Rockford International Airport (RFD) and takes roughly 1 hour 40 minutes to reach by taxi or ride-share.
If you go by public transport, the journey takes around 2 hours.
Enjoy a restful, unhurried start to your trip by checking in to a hotel near RFD after your BCN to Chicago flight. Take a load off after a long travel day or simply give yourself time to get your bearings in a new destination at:
Booking at least a few weeks in advance of your flight from Barcelona-El Prat Airport to Chicago is always a good idea. In addition to better deals, you'll likely have a better variety of makes and models to choose from at RFD.
Chicago Rockford International Airport can be found at 2 Airport Cir.

Best time to go to Chicago

July is the busiest month for flights from Barcelona-El Prat Airport to Chicago. To skip the crowds, head to Chicago in January.
When booking your Barcelona-El Prat Airport to Chicago plane ticket, think about the kind of weather forecast you're hoping for. July is the warmest month in Chicago, with temperatures ranging from 16ºC (61ºF) to 28ºC (82ºF).
If you want to travel in cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from BCN to Chicago in January when temperatures average between -12ºC (10ºF) and 3ºC (37ºF).

More about Chicago

After booking your flight from Barcelona-El Prat Airport to Chicago, find a hotel that offers the right mix of comfort and location. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring Chicago:
Art Institute of Chicago and Millennium Park are just a couple of the top attractions to put on your Chicago travel itinerary. Keep the adventure rolling by checking out Willis Tower.

Explore more of the United States

Columbus is just one of the many places in the United States waiting to be explored once you've seen the sights of Chicago. Around 451 kilometres away to the southeast, well-known attractions include Franklin Park Conservatory and Botanical Gardens, Whetstone Park / Park of Roses and Ohio Theatre.
Around 257 kilometres southeast of Chicago, Indianapolis is another essential stop in the United States. Start your sightseeing at Lucas Oil Stadium, Eiteljorg Museum and The Children's Museum of Indianapolis.