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Museo del Prado
World-class art museum with masterpieces by Velázquez, Goya, and Bosch; essential for Spanish and European painting.
The best way to find a cheap flight ticket from Alicante to Madrid is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Alicante to Madrid will cost around $298 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $118.
On Sun, Nov 01, we found 9 flights from Alicante to Madrid, including 4 direct services.
On Sun, Nov 01 the direct flights cover the 360 km distance in an average of 2 h 3 m but if you time it right, some flights will get you there in just 1 h 10 m .
On Sun, Nov 01 the longest flights will take 5 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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Flights from Alicante to Madrid depart on average 20 times per day, taking around 2h 45m. Cheap flight tickets for this journey start at $25 (€21) but you can travel from only $9 (€7) by train.
There are 5 flights per day. The earliest flight runs at 02:15, the last at 22:45. The fastest flight covers the 223 miles (360 km) distance in 1h 5m. July is the cheapest month to fly.
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The table below shows live departures for Alicante to Madrid flights for today, Saturday, October 31. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated flight journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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UX4050 | 8:45 PM Alicante Elche Airport | 1h10 | 9:55 PM Madrid Barajas Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
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VY1301 · VY1008 | 8:05 AM Alicante Elche Airport | 11h55 | 8:00 PM Madrid Barajas Airport | 1 transfer | |
IB1010 | 9:15 AM Alicante Elche Airport | 1h15 | 10:30 AM Madrid Barajas Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
VY1303 · VY1008 | 9:45 AM Alicante Elche Airport | 10h15 | 8:00 PM Madrid Barajas Airport | 1 transfer | |
AT895 · AT970 | 12:10 PM Alicante Elche Airport | 5h55 | 6:05 PM Madrid Barajas Airport | 1 transfer | |
UX4042 | 12:35 PM Alicante Elche Airport | 1h10 | 1:45 PM Madrid Barajas Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
VY1309 · VY1008 | 2:35 PM Alicante Elche Airport | 5h25 | 8:00 PM Madrid Barajas Airport | 1 transfer | |
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Flights from Alicante to Madrid with Air Europa, BA Euroflyer, and Vueling. Flights with a stop available on this route with Air Europa, BA Euroflyer, and Vueling. Use the details below to compare onboard facilities.
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World-class art museum with masterpieces by Velázquez, Goya, and Bosch; essential for Spanish and European painting.
Leading modern art museum best known for Picasso’s Guernica, plus major works by Dalí and Miró.
Celebrated collection of European masters from Van Eyck to Hopper in a refined palace setting.
Madrid’s most famous park offers gardens, a boating lake, monuments, and relaxed walks in the city center.
Lively grand avenue known for architecture, shopping, theaters, and nonstop energy from day to night.
Elegant boulevard linking major museums and landmarks, ideal for a classic central Madrid walk.
A hearty chickpea stew with meats, vegetables, and broth, especially traditional in Madrid and often served in stages.
Crisp fried squid rings served in a baguette roll. This iconic Madrid street food is especially linked to bars around Plaza Mayor.
Tripe stew with chorizo and morcilla in a rich sauce. A classic old Madrid tavern dish with deep local roots.
Refined two-Michelin-star dining focused on seasonal Spanish produce, with elegant modern cooking in a polished fine-dining room.
Traditional Madrid restaurant known for cocido madrileño served in stages, with an old-school dining room and loyal local following.
Historic century-old tavern famed for roast suckling pig and Castilian dishes in a classic, wood-lined setting near Plaza Mayor.
Moderate for Western Europe: hotels vary, dining is reasonable, and public transport is good value for tourists.
Tipping is modest: round up or leave 5-10% in restaurants for good service. Taxis are usually rounded up. In cafés, small change is enough.
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Adolfo Suárez Madrid-Barajas Airport -> Plaza de España
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Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Alicante 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.

Most Alicante to Madrid flights use the Alicante Elche Airport to Madrid Barajas Airport airport pair. Use this guide to compare Alicante and Madrid airports on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like airport facilities and services.
Alicante Elche Airport is 9 km from Alicante city centre. Public transport options include:
Alicante Elche Airport has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower, Lounge, and Lost and Found Office.
Free Wi-Fi available throughout the airport. ATMs are located in the terminal.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Alicante Elche Airport: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Alicante Elche Airport: Ramps, toilets.
Madrid Barajas Airport is 12 km from Madrid city centre. Public transport options include:
Madrid Barajas Airport has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower, Lounge, and Lost and Found Office.
Free Wi-Fi available throughout the airport. ATMs are located in all terminals.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Madrid Barajas Airport: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Madrid Barajas Airport: Ramps, assistance.
See which airports are used for flights between Alicante and Madrid, including airport details.