The flight distance from Madrid Barajas International Airport (MAD) in Madrid, Spain to Chicago Executive Airport (PWK) in Chicago/Prospect Heights/Wheeling, United States is 6,737 kilometers (4,186 miles / 3,638 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 9h, flying west northwest at a heading of 302°.

This is a long-haul route typically operated by wide-body aircraft such as the Boeing 777 or Airbus A350. Full meal service, in-flight entertainment, and comfort amenities are standard.

This is an international route connecting Spain with United States. It is an intercontinental flight between Europe and North America. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 03:44 in Madrid, it's 20:44 in Chicago/Prospect Heights/Wheeling. With a 7-hour time difference, travelers should plan for significant jet lag. It typically takes one day per hour of time difference to fully adjust.

There is a significant elevation difference of 1,354 feet between the two airports. Chicago Executive Airport sits lower than Madrid Barajas International Airport.

The return flight from Chicago/Prospect Heights/Wheeling (PWK) to Madrid (MAD) follows a heading of 60° (east northeast). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.

For more information about these airports, visit the Madrid Barajas International Airport (MAD) and Chicago Executive Airport (PWK) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.