Barcelona to Madrid Flights
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Overview: Barcelona to Madrid flight
SpainSpain
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 |
The cheapest and fastest flights from Barcelona to Madrid
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
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.
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.
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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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| Flight | Most popular Train | Bus |
|---|---|---|
€153 Average price | €58 Average price Cheapest | €103 Average price |
11h 24m Average duration 8h 24m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 3h 13m Average duration Fastest 2h 43m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 17h 24m Average duration 16h 54m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
1.5 - 3.0kg CO2 emissions | 0.2 - 0.5kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.5 - 1.3kg CO2 emissions |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Barcelona to Madrid flight times
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| IB426 | 5:00 AM Barcelona El Prat Airport (BCN) | 1h25 | 6:25 AM Madrid Barajas Airport (MAD) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| IB428 | 6:00 AM Barcelona El Prat Airport (BCN) | 1h25 | 7:25 AM Madrid Barajas Airport (MAD) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| ux6007 · ux6012 | 6:40 AM Barcelona El Prat Airport (BCN) | 24h45 | 7:25 AM Madrid Barajas Airport (MAD) | 1 transfer | |
| ux6007 · ux6078 | 6:40 AM Barcelona El Prat Airport (BCN) | 12h00 | 6:40 PM Madrid Barajas Airport (MAD) | 1 transfer | |
| ux6007 · ux6096 | 6:40 AM Barcelona El Prat Airport (BCN) | 13h55 | 8:35 PM Madrid Barajas Airport (MAD) | 1 transfer | |
| IB404 | 7:15 AM Barcelona El Prat Airport (BCN) | 1h25 | 8:40 AM Madrid Barajas Airport (MAD) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| IB406 | 7:45 AM Barcelona El Prat Airport (BCN) | 1h25 | 9:10 AM Madrid Barajas Airport (MAD) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| IB408 | 8:35 AM Barcelona El Prat Airport (BCN) | 1h25 | 10:00 AM Madrid Barajas Airport (MAD) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| ux7706 | 9:50 AM Barcelona El Prat Airport (BCN) | 1h30 | 11:20 AM Madrid Barajas Airport (MAD) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| ux6037 · ux6078 | 9:55 AM Barcelona El Prat Airport (BCN) | 8h45 | 6:40 PM Madrid Barajas Airport (MAD) | 1 transfer | |
| ux6037 · ux6096 | 9:55 AM Barcelona El Prat Airport (BCN) | 10h40 | 8:35 PM Madrid Barajas Airport (MAD) | 1 transfer | |
| IB410 | 10:30 AM Barcelona El Prat Airport (BCN) | 1h25 | 11:55 AM Madrid Barajas Airport (MAD) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| IB412 | 11:35 AM Barcelona El Prat Airport (BCN) | 1h25 | 1:00 PM Madrid Barajas Airport (MAD) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| IB414 | 12:50 PM Barcelona El Prat Airport (BCN) | 1h25 | 2:15 PM Madrid Barajas Airport (MAD) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| ux6071 · ux6096 | 1:30 PM Barcelona El Prat Airport (BCN) | 7h05 | 8:35 PM Madrid Barajas Airport (MAD) | 1 transfer | |
| ux6071 · ux6078 | 1:30 PM Barcelona El Prat Airport (BCN) | 5h10 | 6:40 PM Madrid Barajas Airport (MAD) | 1 transfer | |
| IB418 | 4:10 PM Barcelona El Prat Airport (BCN) | 1h25 | 5:35 PM Madrid Barajas Airport (MAD) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| IB420 | 4:55 PM Barcelona El Prat Airport (BCN) | 1h25 | 6:20 PM Madrid Barajas Airport (MAD) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| ux7708 | 6:30 PM Barcelona El Prat Airport (BCN) | 1h30 | 8:00 PM Madrid Barajas Airport (MAD) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| IB424 | 7:10 PM Barcelona El Prat Airport (BCN) | 1h25 | 8:35 PM Madrid Barajas Airport (MAD) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| ux6103 · ux6048 | 8:00 PM Barcelona El Prat Airport (BCN) | 15h50 | 11:50 AM Madrid Barajas Airport (MAD) | 1 transfer | |
| ux6103 · ux6096 | 8:00 PM Barcelona El Prat Airport (BCN) | 24h35 | 8:35 PM Madrid Barajas Airport (MAD) | 1 transfer | |
| ux6103 · ux6030 | 8:00 PM Barcelona El Prat Airport (BCN) | 14h05 | 10:05 AM Madrid Barajas Airport (MAD) | 1 transfer | |
| ux6103 · ux6012 | 8:00 PM Barcelona El Prat Airport (BCN) | 11h25 | 7:25 AM Madrid Barajas Airport (MAD) | 1 transfer | |
| ux6103 · ux6078 | 8:00 PM Barcelona El Prat Airport (BCN) | 22h40 | 6:40 PM Madrid Barajas Airport (MAD) | 1 transfer | |
| ux6103 · ux6066 | 8:00 PM Barcelona El Prat Airport (BCN) | 20h10 | 4:10 PM Madrid Barajas Airport (MAD) | 1 transfer | |
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Airlines: Vueling Airlines, Iberia and Air Europa Barcelona to Madrid
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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
Flights from Barcelona to Madrid generally leave from Barcelona El Prat Airport and arrive in Madrid Barajas Airport.
Barcelona El Prat Airport is 14.5 km away from Barcelona city centre and Madrid Barajas Airport is 15.9 km from Madrid city centre.
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Popular airports from Barcelona to Madrid
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Lounge
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- Free Wi-Fi available throughout the airport for an unlimited time.
- Available in Terminal 1; prices start at approximately €6 per day.
- Dutch Kitchen, McDonald's, and other options.
- Available outside the terminal.
- Elevators, ramps.
- Available throughout the airport, including accessible facilities.
- Sheraton Frankfurt Airport Hotel and Hilton Garden Inn (walking distance).
- Lounges available, including the Sala VIP Pau Casals in Terminal 1.
- Located in both terminals, with offices located near the baggage claim areas.
- Bus: Aerobús A1, Aerobús A2, 46, N17 Metro: L9 Sud Train: R2 Nord
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