Flights London — Madrid

Cheap flights London — Madrid

Below you can see the best deals on flights London — Madrid for upcoming dates. Direct and connecting flights from various airlines — compare prices and choose the right ticket.

The lowest price for the next 2 months is on 18 August, from $29.

Top 10 cheap flights London — Madrid

Direct flights London — Madrid

Direct flight options for London — Madrid with no stopovers on upcoming dates. A direct flight is faster and more convenient — especially when travelling with luggage or children.

The fastest direct flight is operated by Qatar Airways — travel time is 2 h 5 min.

Top 10 direct flights London — Madrid

About the London — Madrid flight

On this page, you can book flights for the London — Madrid route. The 1,263 km flight takes an average of 2 hours and 20 minutes, with about 201 flights operated weekly. To plan your trip, we recommend checking how to get to the airport of departure and arranging an airport transfer at your destination.

Airlines such as Iberia, British Airways, and Air Europa operate flights on this route. Ticket prices vary depending on the season and demand, so use the low price calendar and price chart to find the best deals.

Flight schedule London — Madrid

The table shows direct flights London → Madrid on the selected date. The flight takes approximately 2 h 19 min. Regular flights are operated by Iberia, Vueling, British Airways and Latam Airlines Group. Departures from Heathrow Airport, London Gatwick Airport and Stansted Airport airports, arrivals at Adolfo Suárez Madrid-Barajas Airport.

For each flight, the following details are shown: departure time (local), arrival city and airport, flight number and airline, terminal or gate, and status. Click on a flight to open its details and go to ticket search. To view flights on a different day, change the date above the table.

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Below is a calendar of the lowest flight ticket prices for London — Madrid by day. Pick a convenient date and instantly see the fare. The cheapest flights on this route start from $24 in J, and the most expensive are around $84 in y. If your travel dates are flexible, the calendar will help you find the best price for your preferred period. To view round-trip fares, switch to the "Round trip" tab above the calendar, select your departure date — and the right-hand calendar will highlight the lowest prices for return flights on each day.

Prices by month

London → Madrid, average one-way price

Month	Average price	Level	Month	Average price	Level	Month	Average price	Level
Jan	$76	low	May	$103	medium	Sep	$103	medium
Feb	$81	low	Jun	$119	high	Oct	$98	medium
Mar	$92	medium	Jul	$130	high	Nov	$81	low
Apr	$98	medium	Aug	$136	high	Dec	$119	high

Some values are estimated based on seasonality.

When to fly

July is the hottest month in Madrid, with average temperatures reaching 34°C. The coolest period is January, with lows around 1.1°C, and peak rainfall statistically occurs in October.

The lowest flight prices are recorded in September — $21. The peak price period is March, when ticket prices can start $46.

The best time to visit is May or September, when the weather is most comfortable for sightseeing. During these months, you can avoid the summer heat and find flights at balanced prices.

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How to get the best deal on a London — Madrid ticket

To save on flights from London to Madrid, we recommend booking 4–8 weeks before your planned departure.
Look out for offers from low-cost carriers Ryanair and EasyJet, with prices starting $28, but keep baggage rules in mind.
Tuesday and Wednesday are often the most cost-effective days of the week to fly on this route.
Use the low price calendar and the price chart on this page to compare offers for nearby dates.

18 airlines operate on the London — Madrid route, including major carriers Iberia, British Airways, and the low-cost airline Vueling. Around 201 flights are operated weekly, most of which are direct and take just over two hours. A detailed schedule, aircraft types, and specific departure days can be found in the interactive list below.

IberiaIB
55x/week
WebsiteFleet: 9224M pax/year
- Direct flight LHR → MAD39x/week
  Duration
  2h 25m
  Days
  MTWTFSS
- Direct flight LGW → MAD9x/week
  Duration
  2h 25m
  Days
  MTWTFSS
- Direct flight LCY → MAD7x/week
  Duration
  2h 20m
  Days
  MTWTFSS
27.6%Open →
VuelingVY
48x/week
WebsiteFleet: 12536.8M pax/year
- Direct flight LHR → MAD39x/week
  Duration
  2h 25m
  Days
  MTWTFSS
- Direct flight LGW → MAD9x/week
  Duration
  2h 25m
  Days
  MTWTFSS
- Direct flight LCY → MAD1x/week
  Days
  MTWTFSS
23.9%Open →
British AirwaysBA
32x/week
WebsiteFleet: 29243M pax/year
- Direct flight LHR → MAD24x/week
  Duration
  2h 27m
  Days
  MTWTFSS
- Direct flight LCY → MAD7x/week
  Duration
  2h 20m
  Days
  MTWTFSS
- Direct flight LGW → MAD1x/week
  Duration
  2h 5m
  Days
  MTWTFSS
15.9%Open →
Latam Airlines GroupLA
20x/week
WebsiteFleet: 34782M pax/year
- Direct flight LHR → MAD16x/week
  Duration
  2h 25m
  Days
  MTWTFSS
- Direct flight LGW → MAD3x/week
  Duration
  2h 21m
  Days
  MTWTFSS
9.8%Open →
Easy jetU2
12x/week
WebsiteFleet: 33682.8M pax/year
- Direct flight LGW → MAD8x/week
  Duration
  2h 30m
  Days
  MTWTFSS
- Direct flight LTN → MAD4x/week
  Duration
  2h 30m
  Days
  MTWTFSS
5.8%Open →
Air EuropaUX
9x/week
WebsiteFleet: 5011.5M pax/year
- Direct flight LGW → MAD9x/week
  Duration
  2h 30m
  Days
  MTWTFSS
4.7%Open →
Iberia ExpressI2
8x/week
Fleet: 256M pax/year
- Direct flight LGW → MAD8x/week
  Duration
  2h 25m
  Days
  MTWTFSS
4.0%Open →
Wizz Air UKW9
5x/week
WebsiteFleet: 215.4M pax/year
- Direct flight LTN → MAD5x/week
  Duration
  2h 41m
  Days
  MTWTFSS
2.3%Open →
FRFR
3x/week
- Direct flight STN → MAD3x/week
  Days
  MTWTFSS
1.5%
Qatar AirwaysQR
3x/week
WebsiteFleet: 26640M pax/year
- Direct flight LHR → MAD3x/week
  Duration
  2h 16m
  Days
  MTWTFSS
1.3%Open →
American AirlinesAA
2x/week
WebsiteFleet: 965211M pax/year
- Direct flight LHR → MAD2x/week
  Days
  MTWTFSS
1.0%Open →
Japan AirlinesJL
2x/week
WebsiteFleet: 14540M pax/year
- Direct flight LHR → MAD2x/week
  Duration
  2h 16m
  Days
  MTWTFSS
1.0%Open →

Cities and airports on the London — Madrid route

Flights London — Madrid depart from Heathrow Airport, London Gatwick Airport, Stansted Airport and London Luton Airport and arrive at Adolfo Suárez Madrid-Barajas Airport. Below are pages for the cities, countries, and airports on the route: airlines, schedules, and travel guides.

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London

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United Kingdom

About the city How to get there Weather All about the country United Kingdom

Arrival

Madrid

MAD

Spain

About the city How to get there Weather All about the country Spain

Departure airports

Heathrow AirportLHR
About the airport
London Gatwick AirportLGW
About the airport
Stansted AirportSTN
About the airport
London Luton AirportLTN
About the airport
London City AirportLCY
About the airport
London Southend AirportSEN
About the airport

Arrival airports

Adolfo Suárez Madrid-Barajas AirportMAD
About the airport

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Frequently asked questions about the London — Madrid flight

How long is the flight from London to Madrid?

A direct flight takes approximately 2 hours and 15 minutes, covering a distance of about 1,263 km.

Which airlines fly this route?

Regular flights are operated by Iberia, British Airways, Air Europa, as well as low-cost carriers Ryanair and Vueling.

Are there direct flights from London to Madrid?

Yes, many direct flights are available on this route, departing daily from various airports in the British capital.

When is the best time to buy flight tickets?

The lowest fares are usually available when booking 1.5–2 months before the trip. You can always check the latest prices in the calendar on this page.

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