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Journey information

Overview: Barcelona to Madrid flight

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Flights from Barcelona to Madrid depart on average 24 times per day, taking around 8h 24m. Cheap flight tickets for this journey start at €21 but you can travel from only €19 by bus.
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
Bus from €19
Distance
504 km
Average flight duration
8h 24m
Cheapest ticket price
€21
Flights per day
24
Direct flights
13
Airlines
6
Fastest flight
1h 20m
Cheapest month to travel
October
First flight
02:55
Last flight
23:15
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
Bus from €19

The cheapest and fastest flights from Barcelona to Madrid

Showing times and prices for May 14

Cheapest price

€64

Average price

€153

Fastest journey

1 h 25 m

Average duration

1 h 25 m

Flights per day

26

Distance

504 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap flight ticket from Barcelona to Madrid is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.

The average ticket from Barcelona to Madrid will cost around €153 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €64.

Fast flights

Of the 26 flights that leave Barcelona for Madrid onWed, May 14, 13 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.

On Wed, May 14 the direct flights cover the 504 km distance in an average of 1 h 25 m but if you time it right, some flights will get you there in just 1 h 25 m .

On Wed, May 14 the longest flights will take 1 h 25 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.

Air Europaux7706
11:50AM1h30
Barcelona El Prat Airport (BCN)
01:20PMMadrid Barajas Airport (MAD)
641One-way
0 transfers
IberiaIB412
01:35PM1h25
Barcelona El Prat Airport (BCN)
03:00PMMadrid Barajas Airport (MAD)
661One-way
0 transfers
IberiaIB410
12:30PM1h25
Barcelona El Prat Airport (BCN)
01:55PMMadrid Barajas Airport (MAD)
661One-way
0 transfers
Air Europaux6103 · ux6030
10:00PM14h05
Barcelona El Prat Airport (BCN)
12:05PMMadrid Barajas Airport (MAD)
1261One-way
1 transfer
Air Europaux6071 · ux6096
03:30PM7h05
Barcelona El Prat Airport (BCN)
10:35PMMadrid Barajas Airport (MAD)
1261One-way
1 transfer

Travel Information

Compare train, bus, and flight for Barcelona to Madrid

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Barcelona to Madrid among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from €19. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 43m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.2 - 0.5kg.

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Bus

€153

Average price

€58

Average price

Cheapest

€103

Average price

11h 24m

Average duration

8h 24m

Onboard

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3h 0m

Additional time*

3h 13m

Average duration

Fastest

2h 43m

Onboard

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30m

Additional time*

17h 24m

Average duration

16h 54m

Onboard

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30m

Additional time*

1.5 - 3.0kg

CO2 emissions

0.2 - 0.5kg

CO2 emissions

Lowest

0.5 - 1.3kg

CO2 emissions

Direct Options

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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.

Live departures

Barcelona to Madrid flight times

Showing flights for tomorrow, Wednesday, May 14
Last updated at 8:12 PM
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesTransfers
Tickets
iberiaIB4265:00 AM Barcelona El Prat Airport (BCN)
1h25
6:25 AM Madrid Barajas Airport (MAD)0 transfersDirect
iberiaIB4286:00 AM Barcelona El Prat Airport (BCN)
1h25
7:25 AM Madrid Barajas Airport (MAD)0 transfersDirect
air_europaux6007 · ux60126:40 AM Barcelona El Prat Airport (BCN)
24h45
7:25 AM Madrid Barajas Airport (MAD)1 transfer
air_europaux6007 · ux60786:40 AM Barcelona El Prat Airport (BCN)
12h00
6:40 PM Madrid Barajas Airport (MAD)1 transfer
air_europaux6007 · ux60966:40 AM Barcelona El Prat Airport (BCN)
13h55
8:35 PM Madrid Barajas Airport (MAD)1 transfer
iberiaIB4047:15 AM Barcelona El Prat Airport (BCN)
1h25
8:40 AM Madrid Barajas Airport (MAD)0 transfersDirect
iberiaIB4067:45 AM Barcelona El Prat Airport (BCN)
1h25
9:10 AM Madrid Barajas Airport (MAD)0 transfersDirect
iberiaIB4088:35 AM Barcelona El Prat Airport (BCN)
1h25
10:00 AM Madrid Barajas Airport (MAD)0 transfersDirect
air_europaux77069:50 AM Barcelona El Prat Airport (BCN)
1h30
11:20 AM Madrid Barajas Airport (MAD)0 transfersDirect
air_europaux6037 · ux60789:55 AM Barcelona El Prat Airport (BCN)
8h45
6:40 PM Madrid Barajas Airport (MAD)1 transfer
air_europaux6037 · ux60969:55 AM Barcelona El Prat Airport (BCN)
10h40
8:35 PM Madrid Barajas Airport (MAD)1 transfer
iberiaIB41010:30 AM Barcelona El Prat Airport (BCN)
1h25
11:55 AM Madrid Barajas Airport (MAD)0 transfersDirect
iberiaIB41211:35 AM Barcelona El Prat Airport (BCN)
1h25
1:00 PM Madrid Barajas Airport (MAD)0 transfersDirect
iberiaIB41412:50 PM Barcelona El Prat Airport (BCN)
1h25
2:15 PM Madrid Barajas Airport (MAD)0 transfersDirect
air_europaux6071 · ux60961:30 PM Barcelona El Prat Airport (BCN)
7h05
8:35 PM Madrid Barajas Airport (MAD)1 transfer
air_europaux6071 · ux60781:30 PM Barcelona El Prat Airport (BCN)
5h10
6:40 PM Madrid Barajas Airport (MAD)1 transfer
iberiaIB4184:10 PM Barcelona El Prat Airport (BCN)
1h25
5:35 PM Madrid Barajas Airport (MAD)0 transfersDirect
iberiaIB4204:55 PM Barcelona El Prat Airport (BCN)
1h25
6:20 PM Madrid Barajas Airport (MAD)0 transfersDirect
air_europaux77086:30 PM Barcelona El Prat Airport (BCN)
1h30
8:00 PM Madrid Barajas Airport (MAD)0 transfersDirect
iberiaIB4247:10 PM Barcelona El Prat Airport (BCN)
1h25
8:35 PM Madrid Barajas Airport (MAD)0 transfersDirect
air_europaux6103 · ux60488:00 PM Barcelona El Prat Airport (BCN)
15h50
11:50 AM Madrid Barajas Airport (MAD)1 transfer
air_europaux6103 · ux60968:00 PM Barcelona El Prat Airport (BCN)
24h35
8:35 PM Madrid Barajas Airport (MAD)1 transfer
air_europaux6103 · ux60308:00 PM Barcelona El Prat Airport (BCN)
14h05
10:05 AM Madrid Barajas Airport (MAD)1 transfer
air_europaux6103 · ux60128:00 PM Barcelona El Prat Airport (BCN)
11h25
7:25 AM Madrid Barajas Airport (MAD)1 transfer
air_europaux6103 · ux60788:00 PM Barcelona El Prat Airport (BCN)
22h40
6:40 PM Madrid Barajas Airport (MAD)1 transfer
air_europaux6103 · ux60668:00 PM Barcelona El Prat Airport (BCN)
20h10
4:10 PM Madrid Barajas Airport (MAD)1 transfer

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How far in advance should I book flight tickets from Barcelona to Madrid?

The best time to book your flight from Barcelona to Madrid is 84 days before departure. See how prices for flights change on the Barcelona to Madrid route.
Prices are for one-way tickets for one passenger from Barcelona 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 Barcelona to Madrid.

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Airlines: Vueling Airlines, Iberia and Air Europa Barcelona to Madrid

Find the best flights from Barcelona to Madrid with Omio's travel partners Vueling Airlines, Iberia and Air Europa from €21. We can find you the best deals, timetables and tickets when comparing and booking the best trip.

Vueling is one of Spain’s leading low-cost airlines where you can choose between Basic, Optima or Time Flex tickets for your next flight to Madrid from Barcelona.

Vueling Airlines from Barcelona to Madrid flight information:

  • Average Duration: 1 h 25 min
  • Cheapest Price: €29

Flights from Barcelona to Madrid

There are over 200 nonstop flights between Barcelona and Madrid per week, averaging to 30 per day. A nonstop Barcelona Madrid flight takes an average of 1 hour 25 minutes, covering a distance of 480 km. The highest volume of Barcelona to Madrid flights are offered on a Monday, with 45 different options. Saturday currently offers the fewest number of flight times with only 20 options.

Which airlines fly from Barcelona to Madrid?

Airlines serving the Barcelona Madrid route include Air Europa, Vueling, Iberia, Airline, British Airways, Air France, Alitalia, Finnair, Norwegian Air, Air Algerie, Bulgaria Air, Lufthansa, KLM, and Luxair among others. There are seven airlines which fly nonstop from Barcelona to Madrid with Iberia providing the highest number of flights between Barcelona and Madrid.

How long is the flight from Barcelona to Madrid?

A nonstop Barcelona to Madrid flight takes an average of 1 hour 25 minutes. Indirect options are also available, though it may increase journey time depending on wait time at transfer stations. The fastest indirect option takes closer to 6 hours, though frequent direct flights are readily available.

How many flights are there from Barcelona to Madrid?

There are over 200 nonstop flights between Barcelona and Madrid per week, averaging 30 per day, a majority of which are direct flights requiring no stops en route. Iberia, LATAM Airlines, Vueling offer the most flights on the Barcelona Madrid route.

What are the departure and arrival airports for flights from Barcelona to Madrid?

Departure Airport: The departure airport from Barcelona to Madrid is the Barcelona Airport, also known as Barcelona-El Prat Airport. It is located 10 km southwest of the city center of Barcelona. Barcelona Airport is accessible on the local RENFE commuter train or the public buses which run every 16 minutes from Plaça Espanya, one of Barcelona's most famous squares. There is also a good supply of taxis at Barcelona city center, which will drop travelers outside the Barcelona airport terminals.

Arrival Airport: Passengers will arrive in Madrid via the Madrid-Barajas Adolfo Suárez Airport, which is located right within Madrid City and is only 9 km away from the central business district. From the airport, passengers can find easy transportation. There is a choice of using the metro, the bus or a taxi cab. The metro line there is connected to the Nuevos Ministerios station, from where visitors can find access to any place in the city.

FAQs: Barcelona to Madrid Flight

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Popular airports from Barcelona to Madrid

Barcelona
Madrid
The major airport for departures in Barcelona is Barcelona El Prat Airport. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Barcelona El Prat Airport for your trip from Barcelona to Madrid.
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Distance to city center
3 km
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Car connection
C-31, Exit 192
Wifi
Wifi
  • Free Wi-Fi available throughout the airport for an unlimited time.
Lockers
Lockers
  • Available in Terminal 1; prices start at approximately €6 per day.
Dining
Dining
  • Dutch Kitchen, McDonald's, and other options.
Taxis
Taxis
  • Available outside the terminal.
Accessibility
Accessibility
  • Elevators, ramps.
WC
WC
  • Available throughout the airport, including accessible facilities.
Hotel
Hotel
  • Sheraton Frankfurt Airport Hotel and Hilton Garden Inn (walking distance).
Lounge
Lounge
  • Lounges available, including the Sala VIP Pau Casals in Terminal 1.
Lost and Found Office
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  • Located in both terminals, with offices located near the baggage claim areas.
Public transit options for Barcelona El Prat Airport
  • Bus: Aerobús A1, Aerobús A2, 46, N17 Metro: L9 Sud Train: R2 Nord
The major airport for arrivals in Madrid is Madrid Barajas Airport. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Madrid Barajas Airport for your journey to Madrid from Barcelona.
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Lost and Found OfficeLost and Found Office
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Distance to city center
12 km
carConnection
Car connection
M-14, exit 2
Wifi
Wifi
  • Free Wi-Fi available throughout the airport.
Lockers
Lockers
  • Available in Terminal 4; approximately €5 per hour.
Dining
Dining
  • McDonald's, Starbucks, and German cuisine.
Taxis
Taxis
  • Available outside the terminal.
Accessibility
Accessibility
  • Ramps, assistance.
WC
WC
  • Available throughout the airport.
Hotel
Hotel
  • Sheraton Paris Airport Hotel (within the airport), Ibis Styles (walking distance).
Lounge
Lounge
  • Lounges available in all terminals, including VIP lounges.
Lost and Found Office
Lost and Found Office
  • Located in Terminal 1, 2, and 4.
Public transit options for Madrid Barajas Airport
  • Metro: 8 Bus: 101, 200, Exprés-203 Train: Cercanías C1, C10
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