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Journey information
Overview: Altea to Madrid flight
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Flights from Altea to Madrid depart on average 19 times per day, taking around 1h 37m. Cheap flight tickets for this journey start at €21 but you can travel from only €9 by train.
There are 8 flights per day. The earliest flight runs at 05:40, the last at 23:45. The fastest flight covers the 373 km distance in 1h 5m. October is the cheapest month to fly.
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Train from €9
Distance 373 km |
Average flight duration 1h 37m |
Cheapest ticket price €21 |
Flights per day 19 |
Direct flights 8 |
Fastest flight 1h 5m |
Cheapest month to travel October |
First flight 05:40 |
Last flight 23:45 |
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Train from €9
The cheapest and fastest flights from Altea to Madrid
Showing times and prices for Feb 17
Cheapest price
€54
Average price
€170
Fastest journey
1 h 5 m
Average duration
1 h 6 m
Flights per day
55
Distance
373 km
Cheap tickets
The best way to find a cheap flight ticket from Altea to Madrid is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Altea to Madrid will cost around €170 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €54.
Fast flights
Of the 55 flights that leave Altea for Madrid onTue, Feb 17, 10 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Tue, Feb 17 the direct flights cover the 373 km distance in an average of 1 h 6 m but if you time it right, some flights will get you there in just 1 h 5 m .
On Tue, Feb 17 the longest flights will take 1 h 10 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
IB101609:30PM1h15
Alicante Elche Airport10:45PMMadrid Barajas Airport
€541One-way
0 transfers
UX405008:45PM1h10
Alicante Elche Airport09:55PMMadrid Barajas Airport
€591One-way
0 transfers
Normal+IB101603:20PM7h25
Altea, Carretera Nacional 332 / Carrer Punta Albir10:45PMMadrid Barajas Airport
€641One-way
1 transfer
Normal+IB101601:20PM9h25
Altea, Carretera Nacional 332 / Carrer Punta Albir10:45PMMadrid Barajas Airport
€641One-way
1 transfer
Normal+UX405010:20AM11h35
Altea, Carretera Nacional 332 / Carrer Punta Albir09:55PMMadrid Barajas Airport
€691One-way
1 transfer
UX406008:35PM1h05
Valencia Airport09:40PMMadrid Barajas Airport
€951One-way
0 transfers
UX406412:25PM1h05
Valencia Airport01:30PMMadrid Barajas Airport
€951One-way
0 transfers
IB108406:05AM1h05
Valencia Airport07:10AMMadrid Barajas Airport
€1211One-way
0 transfers
IB108009:40AM1h05
Valencia Airport10:45AMMadrid Barajas Airport
€3621One-way
0 transfers
UX405008:45PM1h10
Alicante Elche Airport09:55PMMadrid Barajas Airport
€591One-way
0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare bus, train, and flight for Altea to Madrid
Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Altea to Madrid among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from €9. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 37m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the bus is your best bet as it emits only 0.4 - 0.9kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of €9, and a flight costs an average of €21.
Distance: 373 km
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| Flight | Most popular Bus | Train |
|---|---|---|
€47 Average price | €47 Average price | €23 Average price Cheapest |
4h 37m Average total duration Fastest 1h 37m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 6h 11m Average total duration 5h 41m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 55m Average total duration 2h 25m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
1.1 - 2.2kg CO2 emissions | 0.4 - 0.9kg CO2 emissions Lowest | - CO2 emissions |
Most popular airline | Most popular bus company |  Most popular train company |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Altea to Madrid flight times
The table below shows live departures for Altea to Madrid flights for today, Monday, February 16. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated flight journeys.
Last updated at 12:15 AM
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| IB1084 | 5:05 AM Valencia Airport | 1h05 | 6:10 AM Madrid Barajas Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Normal+UX4042 | 6:20 AM Altea, Carretera Nacional 332 / Carrer Punta Albir | 6h20 | 12:40 PM Madrid Barajas Airport | 1 transfer | |
| Normal+UX4027 · UX6078 | 6:20 AM Altea, Carretera Nacional 332 / Carrer Punta Albir | 13h20 | 7:40 PM Madrid Barajas Airport | 2 transfers | |
| Normal+IB1012 | 6:20 AM Altea, Carretera Nacional 332 / Carrer Punta Albir | 7h40 | 2:00 PM Madrid Barajas Airport | 1 transfer | |
| UX4008 · UX6048 | 7:55 AM Valencia Airport | 4h55 | 12:50 PM Madrid Barajas Airport | 1 transfer | |
| UX4008 · UX6030 | 7:55 AM Valencia Airport | 3h05 | 11:00 AM Madrid Barajas Airport | 1 transfer | |
| UX4008 · UX6078 | 7:55 AM Valencia Airport | 11h45 | 7:40 PM Madrid Barajas Airport | 1 transfer | |
| UX4008 · UX6096 | 7:55 AM Valencia Airport | 13h40 | 9:35 PM Madrid Barajas Airport | 1 transfer | |
| UX4008 · UX6066 | 7:55 AM Valencia Airport | 9h15 | 5:10 PM Madrid Barajas Airport | 1 transfer | |
| IB1010 | 8:35 AM Alicante Elche Airport | 1h15 | 9:50 AM Madrid Barajas Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
| IB1080 | 8:40 AM Valencia Airport | 1h05 | 9:45 AM Madrid Barajas Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Normal+UX4027 · UX6078 | 9:20 AM Altea, Carretera Nacional 332 / Carrer Punta Albir | 10h20 | 7:40 PM Madrid Barajas Airport | 2 transfers | |
| Normal+UX4027 · UX6096 | 9:20 AM Altea, Carretera Nacional 332 / Carrer Punta Albir | 12h15 | 9:35 PM Madrid Barajas Airport | 2 transfers | |
| Normal+UX4050 | 9:20 AM Altea, Carretera Nacional 332 / Carrer Punta Albir | 11h35 | 8:55 PM Madrid Barajas Airport | 1 transfer | |
| UX4064 | 11:25 AM Valencia Airport | 1h05 | 12:30 PM Madrid Barajas Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
| UX4042 | 11:30 AM Alicante Elche Airport | 1h10 | 12:40 PM Madrid Barajas Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
 AT969 · AT5303 | 11:35 AM Valencia Airport | 8h05 | 7:40 PM Madrid Barajas Airport | 1 transfer | |
| AT969 · AT970 | 11:35 AM Valencia Airport | 5h30 | 5:05 PM Madrid Barajas Airport | 1 transfer | |
| Normal+UX4027 · UX6078 | 12:20 PM Altea, Carretera Nacional 332 / Carrer Punta Albir | 7h20 | 7:40 PM Madrid Barajas Airport | 2 transfers | |
| Normal+IB1016 | 12:20 PM Altea, Carretera Nacional 332 / Carrer Punta Albir | 9h25 | 9:45 PM Madrid Barajas Airport | 1 transfer | |
| Normal+UX4050 | 12:20 PM Altea, Carretera Nacional 332 / Carrer Punta Albir | 8h35 | 8:55 PM Madrid Barajas Airport | 1 transfer | |
| IB1012 | 12:45 PM Alicante Elche Airport | 1h15 | 2:00 PM Madrid Barajas Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Normal+UX4050 | 2:20 PM Altea, Carretera Nacional 332 / Carrer Punta Albir | 6h35 | 8:55 PM Madrid Barajas Airport | 1 transfer | |
| Normal+IB1016 | 2:20 PM Altea, Carretera Nacional 332 / Carrer Punta Albir | 7h25 | 9:45 PM Madrid Barajas Airport | 1 transfer | |
| UX4014 · UX6096 | 4:05 PM Valencia Airport | 5h30 | 9:35 PM Madrid Barajas Airport | 1 transfer | |
| UX4014 · UX6078 | 4:05 PM Valencia Airport | 3h35 | 7:40 PM Madrid Barajas Airport | 1 transfer | |
| UX4014 · UX6066 | 4:05 PM Valencia Airport | 25h05 | 5:10 PM Madrid Barajas Airport | 1 transfer | |
| UX4014 · UX6048 | 4:05 PM Valencia Airport | 20h45 | 12:50 PM Madrid Barajas Airport | 1 transfer | |
| UX4027 · UX6078 | 4:10 PM Alicante Elche Airport | 3h30 | 7:40 PM Madrid Barajas Airport | 1 transfer | |
| UX4027 · UX6096 | 4:10 PM Alicante Elche Airport | 5h25 | 9:35 PM Madrid Barajas Airport | 1 transfer | |
| UX4027 · UX6012 | 4:10 PM Alicante Elche Airport | 16h15 | 8:25 AM Madrid Barajas Airport | 1 transfer | |
| IB1082 | 4:45 PM Valencia Airport | 1h10 | 5:55 PM Madrid Barajas Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
| UX4060 | 7:35 PM Valencia Airport | 1h05 | 8:40 PM Madrid Barajas Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
| UX4050 | 7:45 PM Alicante Elche Airport | 1h10 | 8:55 PM Madrid Barajas Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
| IB1016 | 8:30 PM Alicante Elche Airport | 1h15 | 9:45 PM Madrid Barajas Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
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How far in advance should I book flight tickets from Altea to Madrid?
The best time to book your flight from Altea to Madrid is 56 days before departure. See how prices for flights change on the Altea to Madrid route.
Prices are for one-way tickets for one passenger from Altea to Madrid per month. Insights are sourced from fares found by Omio users in the last 12 months. Current prices may differ as prices vary depending on the time of day, class or how far in advance you book your flight from Altea to Madrid.
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Airlines: Air Europa, Air Nostrum , Iberia from Altea to MadridFind the best flights between Altea to Madrid with Omio's travel partners Air Europa, Air Nostrum , Iberia from €9. We can find you the best deals, schedules and tickets when comparing and booking the best trip.
Air Europa
About
Air Europa is Spain’s third most popular airline, offering flights across Europe and to destinations worldwide. For your next trip, you can choose between Economy and Business Class fares.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
1h 5m
Cheapest Price
€30
Air Europa frequency
14 a day
Luggage included
1 cabin bag (55x35x25 cm) max 10kg
Additional luggage
23kg checked baggage available for purchase
Cancellation Policy
Refunds available depending on fare type, Basic fares non-refundable, Flex fares refundable with fee
Pregnant on board
Pregnant women can fly up to 36 weeks (single pregnancy) or 32 weeks (multiple pregnancy). Medical certificate required after 28 weeks
Unaccompagned minor
Children aged 5-11 can travel unaccompanied with UM service. Service must be booked in advance and fees apply
Amenities on board the airplane
Wifi
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair assistance available, must be requested 48h before flight
Pets
Small pets under 8kg allowed in cabin, larger animals in hold
Entertaiment on board
Air Nostrum
About
Air Nostrum, operating as Iberia Regional, is a Spanish regional airline based in Valencia, founded in 1994. It functions as a franchisee for Iberia Airlines, connecting numerous domestic destinations within Spain and international routes across Europe and North Africa. Air Nostrum plays a crucial role in feeding Iberia's long-haul network from its Madrid hub. The airline is an affiliate member of the Oneworld airline alliance and operates 91 domestic and international routes to 51 destinations, along with charter flights. Its fleet includes CRJ 200 and CRJ 1000 jets, as well as ATR 72-600 turboprops. In 2023, Air Nostrum merged with CityJet, forming the Strategic Alliance of Regional Airlines (SARA).
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
1h 15m
Cheapest Price
€47
Air Nostrum frequency
5 a day
Luggage included
1 cabin bag (40x30x20 cm) included
Additional luggage
Additional cabin bag and checked baggage available for purchase
Cancellation Policy
Refunds available depending on fare type, some tickets non-refundable
Pregnant on board
Pregnant women can travel up to week 36 of pregnancy, medical certificate required after week 28
Unaccompagned minor
Service available for children aged 5-11, must be booked at least 48h in advance
Amenities on board the airplane
Wifi
USB plugs
Accessibility
Assistance available for passengers with reduced mobility, must be requested 48h before flight
Pets
Small pets in cabin allowed, max 8kg including carrier
Entertaiment on board
Iberia
About
Iberia is the national airline of Spain and a key member of the International Airlines Group (IAG), operating flights throughout Europe and to major global destinations. Its wide range of services makes travel easy and flexible—Economy passengers enjoy affordable fares with comfort, while Business Class travelers can experience premium seating, exclusive lounges, and enhanced dining. From short domestic flights to intercontinental journeys, Iberia combines Spanish hospitality with modern amenities, making it a popular choice worldwide.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
1h 5m
Cheapest Price
€21
Iberia frequency
5 a day
Luggage included
1 cabin bag (40x30x20 cm) and 1 checked bag (158 cm total dimensions) included in most fares except Basic
Additional luggage
Additional bags can be purchased, with prices varying by route and fare type
Cancellation Policy
Basic fares non-refundable, Flexible fares refundable with fee, Business fully refundable
Pregnant on board
Pregnant women can fly up to 36 weeks (single pregnancy) or 32 weeks (multiple pregnancy). Medical certificate required after 28 weeks
Unaccompagned minor
Children aged 5-11 can travel alone using Iberia's unaccompanied minor service. Service is optional for ages 12-17
Amenities on board the airplane
Wifi
USB plugs
Accessibility
Iberia provides assistance for passengers with reduced mobility, including wheelchair assistance and special services for visually or hearing impaired passengers
Pets
Small pets under 8kg in cabin, larger animals in hold. Must be booked in advance
Entertaiment on board
FAQs: Altea to Madrid Flight
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Altea to Madrid by flight. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest flight, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Madrid, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
Cheap plane tickets from Altea to Madrid can start from as little as €21 when you book in advance. The average flight ticket price for Altea to Madrid is €44; however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.
The average journey time by plane from Altea to Madrid is 1h 5m to travel the 373 km long route. Journey times can vary on weekends and holidays, so use our Journey Planner to search for a specific date.
The earliest flight from Altea to Madrid leaves at 5:40 AM. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.
The latest flight from Altea to Madrid leaves at 11:45 PM.
Yes, there are 8 direct flights a day from Altea to Madrid with Air Europa, Air Nostrum , Iberia. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer direct flights.
When taking a flight from Altea to Madrid, you can count on Air Europa, Air Nostrum , Iberia for the best way to get you to Madrid. You can also check all possible airlines who offer a service between Altea and Madrid and compare the amenities they offer before buying a plane ticket.
Flights from Altea to Madrid generally leave from Alicante Elche Airport and arrive in Madrid Barajas Airport .Alicante Elche Airport is 9 km away from Altea city centre and Madrid Barajas Airport is 12 km from Madrid city centre.
The cheapest month for a flight from Altea to Madrid is October.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 3 ways to travel between Altea and Madrid including taking a bus, train, and flight.
Since both Altea and Madrid are in the Schengen Area, a passport is not required for European Union (EU) or Schengen-associated country citizens. A national ID card is sufficient.
There is no time difference between Altea and Madrid .
For domestic flights we recommend to arrive 1.5 to 2 hours before departure. Please check the website of your departure airport if in doubt. Some airports may offer booking time slots for security checks or offer additional information on when to get there based on time of day.
Most airlines permit carry-on bags that fit within specific dimensions (e.g., 22 x 14 x 9 inches or 56 x 36 x 23 cm), including handles and wheels. Bags must fit in the overhead bin or under the seat in front of you.
Many airlines impose weight limits, commonly ranging between 7 kg (15 lbs) and 12 kg (26 lbs). Typically, passengers are allowed one carry-on bag and one personal item (for example a purse, laptop bag, or backpack). Personal items must fit under the seat in front of you. Budget Airlines (like Ryanair or Wizz Air) have stricter size and weight limits, often requiring fees for larger carry-ons. Full-Service Airlines have more lenient policies, sometimes including more spacious dimensions or higher weight limits depending on your ticket class.
The list of items prohibited on an airplane varies by country and airline, but in general, the following items are not allowed in carry-on or checked baggage: Weapons and self-defence items, sharp objects, flammable materials, explosives, toxic substances, or liquids over 100ml (except for medications and baby essentials). In checked baggage, firearms (without authorization), explosives, large lithium batteries, and hazardous chemicals are prohibited. Electronic cigarettes must be in carry-on bags, while alcohol and dry ice have restrictions. Always check with your airline for specific regulations.
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Popular airports from Altea to Madrid
Altea
Madrid
Amenities at airport
Wifi
Shopping
Parking
ATM
Taxis
Accessibility
WC
Shower
Lounge
Lost and Found Officeinformation
Distance to city center
12 km
Car connection
M-14, exit 2Wifi
- Free Wi-Fi available throughout the airport.
Shopping
- Shops in all terminals, including duty-free and fashion brands.
Parking
- Parking available at all terminals, approximately 2.5€ per hour.
Taxis
- Available outside the terminal.
Accessibility
- Ramps, assistance.
WC
- Available throughout the airport.
Shower
- Yes
Lounge
- Lounges available in all terminals, including VIP lounges.
Lost and Found Office
- Located in Terminal 1, 2, and 4.
Public transit options for Madrid Barajas Airport
- Metro: Line 8
- Bus: Lines 101, 200, Exprés-203
- Train: Cercanías C1, C10
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