Exhibit 23.1


                         CONSENT OF INDEPENDENT AUDITORS

We consent to the reference to our firm under the caption "Experts" in the
Registration Statement on Form S-3 and related Prospectus of Clear Channel
Communications, Inc. (Reg. No. 333-111070) dated April 22, 2004 for the
registration of its securities and to the incorporation by reference therein of
our reports dated February 11, 2004 (except for Note O to the financial
statements, as to which the date is February 25, 2004), with respect to the
consolidated financial statements and related financial statement schedule of
Clear Channel Communications, Inc. included in its Annual Report on Form 10-K
for the year ended December 31, 2003, filed with the Securities and Exchange
Commission.

                                                  /s/ Ernst & Young LLP

San Antonio, Texas
April 22, 2004