Flights London — Madrid

Q: Which airlines fly this route?

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

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 12 August, from AED 106.

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 British Airways — travel time is 2 h 20 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.

Return route:return route: flights Madrid → London

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.

Today

Any time

Departure time

Flight

Terminal and gate

Status

Flight ticket prices by day: London — Madrid

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 AED 82 in F, and the most expensive are around AED 215 in r. 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	AED 299	low	May	AED 406	medium	Sep	AED 406	medium
Feb	AED 321	low	Jun	AED 470	high	Oct	AED 385	medium
Mar	AED 364	medium	Jul	AED 513	high	Nov	AED 321	low
Apr	AED 385	medium	Aug	AED 535	high	Dec	AED 470	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 — AED 82. The peak price period is March, when ticket prices can start AED 182.

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.

Temperature · Madrid

Dry and wet days · Madrid

Wind speed and direction · Madrid

We'll let you know if you need a visa

Enter your destination or

Your nationality

Destination

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 AED 111, 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.

Airlines

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
  un,MonS
- Direct flight LGW → MAD9x/week
  Duration
  2h 25m
  Days
  un,MonS
- Direct flight LCY → MAD7x/week
  Duration
  2h 20m
  Days
  un,MonS
27.6%Open →
VuelingVY
48x/week
WebsiteFleet: 12536.8M pax/year
- Direct flight LHR → MAD39x/week
  Duration
  2h 25m
  Days
  un,MonS
- Direct flight LGW → MAD9x/week
  Duration
  2h 25m
  Days
  un,MonS
- Direct flight LCY → MAD1x/week
  Days
  un,MonS
23.9%Open →
British AirwaysBA
32x/week
WebsiteFleet: 29243M pax/year
- Direct flight LHR → MAD24x/week
  Duration
  2h 27m
  Days
  un,MonS
- Direct flight LCY → MAD7x/week
  Duration
  2h 20m
  Days
  un,MonS
- Direct flight LGW → MAD1x/week
15.9%Open →
Latam Airlines GroupLA
20x/week
WebsiteFleet: 34782M pax/year
- Direct flight LHR → MAD16x/week
  Duration
  2h 25m
  Days
  un,MonS
- Direct flight LGW → MAD3x/week
  Duration
  2h 21m
  Days
  un,MonS
9.8%Open →
Easy jetU2
12x/week
WebsiteFleet: 33682.8M pax/year
- Direct flight LGW → MAD8x/week
  Duration
  2h 30m
  Days
  un,MonS
- Direct flight LTN → MAD4x/week
  Duration
  2h 30m
  Days
  un,MonS
5.8%Open →
Air EuropaUX
9x/week
WebsiteFleet: 5011.5M pax/year
- Direct flight LGW → MAD9x/week
  Duration
  2h 30m
  Days
  un,MonS
4.7%Open →
Iberia ExpressI2
8x/week
Fleet: 256M pax/year
- Direct flight LGW → MAD8x/week
  Duration
  2h 24m
  Days
  un,MonS
4.0%Open →
Wizz Air UKW9
5x/week
WebsiteFleet: 215.4M pax/year
- Direct flight LTN → MAD5x/week
  Duration
  2h 41m
  Days
  un,MonS
2.3%Open →
FRFR
3x/week
- Direct flight STN → MAD3x/week
  Days
  un,MonS
1.5%
Qatar AirwaysQR
3x/week
WebsiteFleet: 26640M pax/year
- Direct flight LHR → MAD3x/week
  Days
  un,MonS
1.3%Open →
American AirlinesAA
2x/week
WebsiteFleet: 965211M pax/year
- Direct flight LHR → MAD2x/week
  Days
  un,MonS
1.0%Open →
Japan AirlinesJL
2x/week
WebsiteFleet: 14540M pax/year
- Direct flight LHR → MAD2x/week
  Days
  un,MonS
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.

Departure

London

LON

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

Interesting articles about Madrid

View all

Useful information

Layover in Madrid

If you are flying to South America, then most likely the cheapest flights will have a layover in Madrid. Airlines Iberia and AirEuropa offer convenient connections and inexpensive tickets for flights…

Tips for Travelers

Car Rental and Driving in Spain

Renting a car in Spain in 2026 for Russians is a quest that can be approached in two ways: the “difficult” way (through large international brands) and the “clever” way (through local rental companies…

Travel Ideas

Travel with Royal Air Maroc

To Europe, Africa, and even the Canary Islands – with Royal Air Maroc, you can reach the most desired points on the map. You can bask on the beaches of the Mediterranean Sea, stroll through winding ol…

Useful information

How to visit museums and attractions in Europe for free

Saved money — consider it earned. Especially if you decide to travel to Europe in 2025. Today we will tell you about how to save on museum entrance tickets during your European trip. Louvre, Paris Tak…

Travel Ideas

10 Best Beaches in Spain

Finding the best beaches in Spain is not an easy task, not because there aren't any, but because choosing even a dozen from such a vast variety is incredibly difficult. On the mainland, the range is e…

Useful information

Pickpockets in Europe. Tips on how not to become a victim

When traveling in Europe, always be on the alert. Tourists are the favorite clients of petty thieves and pickpockets. In this article, we will tell you what tricks pickpockets in Europe most often use…

View all

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.

Where else you can fly from London

Frankfurt am Main∙30 June

Where else you can fly to Madrid from

Santa Cruz de Tenerife∙6 July

Frankfurt am Main∙14 July

AED 372

Geneva∙6 July

AED 431

Popular routes

Where travelers fly most — pick a route and check prices