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Everything you should know

Cheapest return fare
£51
Typical prices: £74-£170
Ryanair
Tue 15/12Sat 16/1
STN - MAD • Direct
Cheapest one-way flight
£27
Typical prices: £24-£25
Wizz Air
Mon 4/1
LTN - MAD • Direct
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Ryanair Basic fare plus a big cabin bag can beat pricier add-ons.
BA economy fares include a cabin bag; easyJet Standard Plus adds more.
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You can fly direct with Wizz Air, Ryanair, and others. Average duration is 2h 29m
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Our data shows that travellers who book at least 4 weeks in advance save around 40% compared to booking last minute.
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Cheap Flights from London to Madrid (LON-MAD)

 
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Recent return flight deals from London to Madrid

Tue, 15 Dec - Sat, 16 Jan
Ryanair Logo
08:20 - 11:50STN  London Stansted-MAD Madrid Barajas
2h 30mdirect
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13:20 - 14:50MAD  Madrid Barajas-STN London Stansted
2h 30mdirect
£51Ryanair
Wed, 11 Nov - Tue, 17 Nov
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08:30 - 12:00STN  London Stansted-MAD Madrid Barajas
2h 30mdirect
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17:55 - 19:25MAD  Madrid Barajas-STN London Stansted
2h 30mdirect
£51Ryanair
Mon, 9 Nov - Sun, 15 Nov
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06:15 - 09:40LTN  London Luton-MAD Madrid Barajas
2h 25mdirect
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20:40 - 22:05MAD  Madrid Barajas-LTN London Luton
2h 25mdirect
£51easyJet
Mon, 23 Nov - Thu, 26 Nov
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08:35 - 12:15LGW  London Gatwick-MAD Madrid Barajas
2h 40mdirect
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20:55 - 22:20MAD  Madrid Barajas-LGW London Gatwick
2h 25mdirect
£51easyJet
Tue, 20 Oct - Sat, 24 Oct
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18:15 - 21:55LTN  London Luton-MAD Madrid Barajas
2h 40mdirect
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22:55 - 00:25MAD  Madrid Barajas-LTN London Luton
2h 30mdirect
£51Wizz Air
Mon, 19 Oct - Wed, 4 Nov
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07:55 - 11:40LTN  London Luton-MAD Madrid Barajas
2h 45mdirect
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12:10 - 13:45MAD  Madrid Barajas-LTN London Luton
2h 35mdirect
£51Wizz Air
Thu, 3 Dec - Sun, 6 Dec
Multiple Airlines Logo
06:15 - 09:45STN  London Stansted-MAD Madrid Barajas
2h 30mdirect
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23:10 - 10:35MAD  Madrid Barajas-STN London Stansted
12h 25m1 stop Milan Malpensa
£51Multiple Airlines
Fri, 30 Oct - Wed, 18 Nov
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20:45 - 00:15STN  London Stansted-MAD Madrid Barajas
2h 30mdirect
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13:00 - 22:20MAD  Madrid Barajas-STN London Stansted
10h 20m1 stop Milan Malpensa
£51Multiple Airlines
Mon, 1 Mar - Thu, 4 Mar
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17:25 - 20:50LHR  London Heathrow-MAD Madrid Barajas
2h 25mdirect
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13:20 - 14:55MAD  Madrid Barajas-LHR London Heathrow
2h 35mdirect
£70British Airways
Wed, 3 Mar - Wed, 10 Mar
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13:35 - 17:05LHR  London Heathrow-MAD Madrid Barajas
2h 30mdirect
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12:05 - 13:30MAD  Madrid Barajas-LHR London Heathrow
2h 25mdirect
£72British Airways
Booking Insights

KAYAK’s insights & trends for London to Madrid flights

Get data-powered insights and trends into flights from London to Madrid to help you find the cheapest flights, the best time to fly and much more.

How much is a return flight from London to Madrid?

Flight prices are below average for this route right now.

Flights to Madrid from London usually cost between £83 and £223 in November.
The lowest price found in the past 5 days was £51 on easyJet (23 Nov–26 Nov).

What is the cheapest London to Madrid flight route?

The absolute cheapest return flight from London to Madrid costs £35 on the route between London Stansted Airport (STN) and Madrid (MAD). However, over the past month, flights between London Luton Airport (LTN) and Madrid (MAD) were, on average, 56% cheaper than other London-Madrid routes. The most popular route is between London Heathrow Airport (LHR) and Madrid (MAD).

What’s the cheapest day of the week to fly from London to Madrid?

Your flight ticket price will generally be cheaper if you fly to Madrid on a Tuesday and more expensive on a Wednesday. On your return trip to London, you should consider flying back on a Saturday, and avoid Sundays for better deals.

What is the cheapest month to fly from London to Madrid?

The cheapest month for flights from London to Madrid is January, where tickets cost £87 (return) on average. On the other hand, the most expensive months are December and July, where the average cost of round-trip tickets is £172 and £158 respectively.

Can I save money by flying with a stopover from London to Madrid?

No, with an average price for the route of £124, prices are generally cheapest when you fly direct.

How far in advance should I book a flight from London to Madrid?

To get a below average price on the flight from London to Madrid, you should book around 4 weeks before departure, which saves you about 40% compared to booking last minute. For the absolute cheapest price, our data suggests you should book 25 weeks before departure.

Expert advice

Expert advice for your flight from London to Madrid

 
KAYAK teamed up with top travel experts to share the best tips for your journey.
Our travel experts
Duncan Madden

Duncan Madden

Expert on Ryanair, British Airways and STN

Duncan is a freelance travel writer, copywriter and book author in constant search of travel stories and the perpetual sensation of being on holiday. He’s never happier than when on a dusty trail in search of empty waves or ducking under the piste tape in search of snowbound solitude. British born, living in Germany, but happiest heading for the horizon. His first book, Found in Translation, explores the etymologies and stories of country names around the world and is out now.

Marisa Garcia

Marisa Garcia

Expert on Iberia

Marisa knows planes inside and out, spending 16 years working on aircraft in hangars at airports around the world. She is an aviation industry expert, specialising in airline interiors and regulations. 10 years ago, she pivoted to journalism. She shares her insights in leading aviation, travel and business publications and on her site, FlightChic.

Blane Bachelor

Blane Bachelor

Expert on easyJet

Blane Bachelor is a journalist and editor specialising in travel and aviation who writes regularly for top global outlets. Born and raised in Florida, Blane has worked and lived in four countries, including the Netherlands, where she’s currently based with her family. Her favourite way to get to know a new destination is by running or riding a bike around town – or hearing a spooky ghost story about local history.

Laura Ratliff

Laura Ratliff

Expert on Air Europa

Laura Ratliff is a New York-based writer and editor. She lives in downtown Brooklyn with her husband and their beloved dogs. Originally from Texas, she now considers New York City her home. She typically spends more than 200,000 miles on a plane each year and stays in plenty of hotels.

Ramsey Qubein

Ramsey Qubein

Expert on MAD

An avid traveller and aviation expert who has visited 173 countries, all 50 states and seven continents, Ramsey Qubein flies nearly 400,000 miles a year. As a North Carolina-based freelance journalist for publications including Conde Nast Traveler, Forbes, USA Today and Bloomberg, among others, he explores the latest trends in aviation, hospitality, cruises and business.

Kirstie Pickering

Kirstie Pickering

Expert on LHR and LGW

Aviation and business journalist Kirstie didn’t leave England until she was 18 years old, but has since travelled to over 20 countries including Japan, Canada, and Iceland. Her travel expertise lies in European city breaks, including how to find the best locally-owned hotels and restaurants and how to optimise the airport experience for your needs.

Good to know - Cheap tickets from London to Madrid

Low season

January

Cheapest flight

£27
Best time to beat the crowds (40% less expensive on average)
Most popular time to fly (37% more expensive on average)
Flight from London Luton Airport to Madrid

When to book flights from London to Madrid

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FAQs for booking flights from London to Madrid

  • Which airlines have a hub at Madrid-Barajas Airport?

    Madrid Barajas Airport is the busiest in the Spanish airport group and the main international airport serving Spain. It acts as the hub for the national carrier Iberia as well as Air Europa.

  • Are there places to freshen up at Madrid-Barajas Airport and at London Heathrow?

    Madrid Airport has ‘Air Rooms’, at T4, which can be used for a maximum of 6 hours to sleep or 1 hour if you only want to shower. Heathrow Airport has showers throughout the terminals and has a day room in T3 for travellers to rest before connecting flights.

  • Can you fly business class on flights from London to Madrid?

    Yes, it is possible to do this on airlines such as British Airways and Iberia/Iberia Express. Norwegian, although it is one of the less expensive airlines, it also offers a premium class fare (and seats) to its passengers for this flight.

  • What is the easiest way to get into Madrid from the airport?

    Madrid-Barajas Airport is approximately 12 km (7.4 miles) from the city. Metro line 8 is the easiest way to get into the city and the journey takes between 12 and 15 minutes. A single ticket costs EUR4.50 to EUR5 (roughly GBP4 – GBP4.50). There are metro stops at all terminals.

  • What is the best way to reduce my carbon footprint when I fly?

    Passengers can find cheap flights from London to Madrid on KAYAK and also view flights by CO2 emissions to discover the most sustainable flights. This will allow you to make an informed decision about reducing your carbon footprint. The average amount of CO2 emitted per person on a flight from London to Madrid is around 719 kg. When you book a flight on British Airways or Iberia, it will reduce the CO2 emitted by about 45%.

  • What facilities are available for passengers who require special assistance?

    Contact your airline at least 48 hours before departure if you require extra assistance at the airport or onboard the aircraft. Accessible facilities at the airports in London include accessible toilets, Changing Places and Staxi chairs. Once you arrive at Madrid Airport, an assistant will meet you at your seat and help you with disembarking. They will also accompany you to the Baggage Reclaim area to pick up your luggage before taking to your onward transport.

  • What is the cheapest flight from London to Madrid?

    In the last 5 days, the lowest price for a flight from London to Madrid was £27 for a one-way ticket and £51 for a return.

  • Which airports will I be using when flying from London to Madrid?

    When flying out of London you will be using one of these airports: London City, London Gatwick, London Heathrow, London Luton, London Southend, or London Stansted. You will be landing at Madrid Barajas.

  • Which aircraft models fly most regularly from London to Madrid?

    The Airbus A320-100/200 is the aircraft model that flies most regularly on the London to Madrid flight route.

  • Which airline alliances offer flights from London to Madrid?

    SkyTeam, and oneworld are the airline alliances operating flights between London and Madrid, with SkyTeam being the most commonly used for this route.

  • On which days can I fly direct from London to Madrid?

    There are direct flights from London to Madrid on a daily basis.

  • Which is the best airline for flights from London to Madrid, Iberia Express or Iberia?

    The two airlines most popular with KAYAK users for flights from London to Madrid are Iberia Express and Iberia. With an average price for the route of £182 and an overall rating of 7.4, Iberia Express is the most popular choice. Iberia is also a great choice for the route, with an average price of £147 and an overall rating of 7.0.

  • How does KAYAK find such low prices on flights from London to Madrid?

    KAYAK is a travel search engine. That means we look across the web to find the best prices we can find for our users. With over 2 billion flight queries processed yearly, we are able to display a variety of prices and options on flights from London to Madrid.

  • How does KAYAK's flight Price Forecast tool help me choose the right time to buy my flight ticket from London to Madrid?

    KAYAK’s flight Price Forecast tool uses historical data to determine whether the price for a flight to Madrid from London is likely to change within 7 days, so travelers know whether to wait or book now.

  • What is the Hacker Fare option on flights from London to Madrid?

    Hacker Fares allow you to combine one-way tickets in order to save you money over a traditional return ticket. You could then fly to Madrid with an airline and back to London with another airline.

  • What is KAYAK's "flexible dates" feature and why should I care when looking for a flight from London to Madrid?

    Sometimes travel dates aren't set in stone. If your preferred travel dates have some wiggle room, flexible dates will show you all the options when flying to Madrid from London up to 3 days before/after your preferred dates. You can then pick the flights that suit you best.

KAYAK’s top tips for finding a cheap flight from London to Madrid

  • Looking for a cheap flight from London to Madrid? 25% of our users found flights on this route for £75 or less one-way and £143 or less round-trip.
  • Having difficulty deciding which airport to fly from in London? While you can catch direct flights from London to Madrid from any of four airports in London – Gatwick, Heathrow, Luton and Stansted, the two latter airports only have flights on easyJet and Ryanair respectively. London Gatwick is the airport that has the most flights departing for Madrid and London Heathrow has flights operated by the two national carriers – British Airways and Iberia
  • For families travelling with babies and small children on flights from London to Madrid it will be a relief for you to know that Madrid-Barajas Airport has breastfeeding lounges (which has facilities to heat water and food and a changing table) and play areas for children aged between 0 and 6 years old – these can be found in T1 and T4.
  • If you have to catch an early morning flight from London Heathrow or from Madrid Barajas on your return you can opt to stay at one of the airport hotels overnight to avoid having to get up very early to catch your flight. Heathrow has hotels that are actually linked directly with their terminals – the Sofitel London Heathrow at T5 and the Hilton London Heathrow at T4. If you are departing from T1, 2 or 3 you can take the free airport shuttle from T4 or 5 to your departure terminal. In Madrid, the Hotel Melía Barajas and the Hotel Tryp Madrid Alameda Aeropuerto, while not being at the airport are very close by and both have free shuttles that run between Madrid Barajas Airport and the hotel.
  • For the business travellers who need to have meetings as soon as they come off flights from London to Madrid, there are various meeting and conference rooms at T1, T2 and T4. These can be used for smaller meetings as well as training courses or conferences and can be organised by the airport company.
  • If you are a last minute traveller who hasn’t yet bought presents for those at home. Don’t worry, there is a shop at the airport that stocks all the local gifts and accessories you might need. El Market Espanã has branches in all terminals at Madrid Barajas Airport where you can pick up something to remind you (and your family and friends back home) of your trip to Madrid.
  • Whether you’re departing from Heathrow (LHR), Gatwick (LGW), Luton (LTN) or Stansted (STN) airports, you can relax in one of the Premium Airport Lounges with a glass of wine before you fly. Travellers enjoy complimentary food and drinks, comfortable seating areas and excellent runway views. Some lounges also have quiet spaces where you can catch up on work.
  • Travel like a VIP with the exclusive Meet & Assist Service at Madrid Airport (MAD). Book at least 48 hours before you travel and you will be greeted upon arrival and escorted through the fast lane through security checkpoints and immigration controls. Travellers also enjoy access to the VIP Lounge and will be assisted as you collect your luggage.
  • If you’re planning to hire a car in Madrid, you will find car hire companies on the ground floor of Terminal 1 and on Floor -1 in Terminal 4. Book your vehicle in advance to get the best deals and simply pick up your car on arrival to get on your way.

Prefer to fly direct from London to Madrid?

 
Find which airlines fly direct from London to Madrid Barajas Airport, which days they fly and book direct flights.

Direct departures

London to Madrid Barajas

Monday

Air Europa,British Airways,Iberia, +5 more

Air Europa,British Airways, +6 more

Tuesday

Air Europa,British Airways,Iberia, +4 more

Air Europa,British Airways, +5 more

Wednesday

Air Europa,British Airways,Iberia, +4 more

Air Europa,British Airways, +5 more

Thursday

Air Europa,British Airways,Iberia, +4 more

Air Europa,British Airways, +5 more

Friday

Air Europa,British Airways,Iberia, +5 more

Air Europa,British Airways, +6 more

Saturday

Air Europa,British Airways,Iberia, +4 more

Air Europa,British Airways, +5 more

Sunday

Air Europa,British Airways,Iberia, +4 more

Air Europa,British Airways, +5 more

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Direct returns

Madrid Barajas to London

Monday

Air Europa,British Airways,Iberia, +5 more

Air Europa,British Airways, +6 more

Tuesday

Air Europa,British Airways,Iberia, +4 more

Air Europa,British Airways, +5 more

Wednesday

Air Europa,British Airways,Iberia, +4 more

Air Europa,British Airways, +5 more

Thursday

Air Europa,British Airways,Iberia, +4 more

Air Europa,British Airways, +5 more

Friday

Air Europa,British Airways,Iberia, +5 more

Air Europa,British Airways, +6 more

Saturday

Air Europa,British Airways,Iberia, +4 more

Air Europa,British Airways, +5 more

Sunday

Air Europa,British Airways,Iberia, +4 more

Air Europa,British Airways, +5 more

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