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Museo Nacional del Prado
Spain’s premier art museum, famous for Velázquez, Goya, and El Greco. A core stop for classical European painting.
Flights from Barcelona to Madrid depart on average 32 times per day, taking around 4h 16m. Cheap flight tickets for this journey start at $60 (€49) but you can travel from only $26 (€21) by bus.
There are 11 flights per day. The earliest flight runs at 05:45, the last at 23:45. The fastest flight covers the 313 miles (504 km) distance in 1h 20m. July is the cheapest month to fly.
Distance 313 miles (504 km) |
Average flight duration 4h 16m |
Cheapest ticket price $60 (€49) |
Flights per day 32 |
Direct flights 11 |
Fastest flight 1h 20m |
First flight 5:45 AM |
Last flight 11:45 PM |
Cheapest Month Jul |
Cheapest Day Sat |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Tue |
Least Busy Day Sun |
Best time to book 91 days |
Cheapest price
$93
Average price
$481
Fastest journey
1 h 25 m
Average duration
1 h 25 m
Flights per day
43
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 $481 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $93.
Of the 43 flights that leave Barcelona for Madrid onThu, Jul 09, 13 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Thu, Jul 09 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 Thu, Jul 09 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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IB402Omio 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 $29. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 4h 16m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.2 - 0.5kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of $29, and a flight costs an average of $60.
Distance: 313 miles (504 km)
| Flight | Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$247 Average price | $52 Average price Cheapest | $70 Average price | $123 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
7h 16m Average total duration Fastest 4h 16m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 5h 37m Average total duration 5h 7m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 45m Average total duration 6h 15m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 16m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
1.5 - 3.0kg CO2 emissions | 0.2 - 0.5kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.5 - 1.3kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
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Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
This is compared to other travel options from Barcelona to Madrid:
A train is $18 (€15) less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Barcelona to Madrid costing on average $70 (€58).
A train is $196 (€161) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Barcelona to Madrid costing on average $247 (€204).
Other travel options to Madrid take longer:
Train takes on average 5h 7m.
Bus takes on average 6h 15m.
The table below shows live departures for Barcelona to Madrid flights for today, Wednesday, July 8. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated flight journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
LH1125 · LH1114 | 10:15 AM Barcelona El Prat Airport | 5h55 | 4:10 PM Madrid Barajas Airport | 1 transfer | |
LH1125 · LH1120 | 10:15 AM Barcelona El Prat Airport | 9h35 | 7:50 PM Madrid Barajas Airport | 1 transfer | |
IB408 | 10:35 AM Barcelona El Prat Airport | 1h25 | 12:00 PM Madrid Barajas Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
UX7706 | 11:50 AM Barcelona El Prat Airport | 1h30 | 1:20 PM Madrid Barajas Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
LH4161 · LH4164 | 11:50 AM Barcelona El Prat Airport | 10h40 | 10:30 PM Madrid Barajas Airport | 1 transfer | |
UX6037 · UX6096 | 11:55 AM Barcelona El Prat Airport | 10h40 | 10:35 PM Madrid Barajas Airport | 1 transfer | |
UX6037 · UX6078 | 11:55 AM Barcelona El Prat Airport | 8h50 | 8:45 PM Madrid Barajas Airport | 1 transfer | |
SN3698 · SN3731 | 12:25 PM Barcelona El Prat Airport | 11h00 | 11:25 PM Madrid Barajas Airport | 1 transfer | |
LH1127 · LH1120 | 12:40 PM Barcelona El Prat Airport | 7h10 | 7:50 PM Madrid Barajas Airport | 1 transfer | |
LH1813+ LH4164 | 1:25 PM Barcelona El Prat Airport | 9h05 | 10:30 PM Madrid Barajas Airport | 1 transfer | |
IB412 | 1:35 PM Barcelona El Prat Airport | 1h25 | 3:00 PM Madrid Barajas Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
AT965 · AT970 | 1:45 PM Barcelona El Prat Airport | 5h25 | 7:10 PM Madrid Barajas Airport | 1 transfer | |
AT965 · AT5303 | 1:45 PM Barcelona El Prat Airport | 6h55 | 8:40 PM Madrid Barajas Airport | 1 transfer | |
LH1129 · LH1120 | 1:50 PM Barcelona El Prat Airport | 6h00 | 7:50 PM Madrid Barajas Airport | 1 transfer | |
SN3704 · SN3731 | 3:15 PM Barcelona El Prat Airport | 8h10 | 11:25 PM Madrid Barajas Airport | 1 transfer | |
UX6071 · UX6096 | 3:30 PM Barcelona El Prat Airport | 7h05 | 10:35 PM Madrid Barajas Airport | 1 transfer | |
UX6071 · UX6078 | 3:30 PM Barcelona El Prat Airport | 5h15 | 8:45 PM Madrid Barajas Airport | 1 transfer | |
LH1815+ LH4164 | 3:40 PM Barcelona El Prat Airport | 6h50 | 10:30 PM Madrid Barajas Airport | 1 transfer | |
LH1131 · LH1122 | 4:20 PM Barcelona El Prat Airport | 7h20 | 11:40 PM Madrid Barajas Airport | 1 transfer | |
LH1133 · LH1122 | 5:10 PM Barcelona El Prat Airport | 6h30 | 11:40 PM Madrid Barajas Airport | 1 transfer | |
UX6073 · UX6096 | 6:45 PM Barcelona El Prat Airport | 3h50 | 10:35 PM Madrid Barajas Airport | 1 transfer | |
LX1957 · LX2020 | 8:00 PM Barcelona El Prat Airport | 13h20 | 9:20 AM Madrid Barajas Airport | 1 transfer | |
IB422 | 8:05 PM Barcelona El Prat Airport | 1h25 | 9:30 PM Madrid Barajas Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
AT961 · AT970 | 8:10 PM Barcelona El Prat Airport | 23h00 | 7:10 PM Madrid Barajas Airport | 1 transfer | |
AT961 · AT972 | 8:10 PM Barcelona El Prat Airport | 16h25 | 12:35 PM Madrid Barajas Airport | 1 transfer | |
AT961 · AT5448 | 8:10 PM Barcelona El Prat Airport | 19h10 | 3:20 PM Madrid Barajas Airport | 1 transfer | |
AT961 · AT978 | 8:10 PM Barcelona El Prat Airport | 19h20 | 3:30 PM Madrid Barajas Airport | 1 transfer | |
UX7708 | 8:30 PM Barcelona El Prat Airport | 1h25 | 9:55 PM Madrid Barajas Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
UX3644 · UX3641 | 8:35 PM Barcelona El Prat Airport | 21h25 | 6:00 PM Madrid Barajas Airport | 1 transfer | |
IB424 | 9:10 PM Barcelona El Prat Airport | 1h25 | 10:35 PM Madrid Barajas Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
UX6103 · UX6030 | 10:00 PM Barcelona El Prat Airport | 14h05 | 12:05 PM Madrid Barajas Airport | 1 transfer | |
UX6103 · UX6048 | 10:00 PM Barcelona El Prat Airport | 15h50 | 1:50 PM Madrid Barajas Airport | 1 transfer | |
| Thursday, July 9 | |||||
SN3708 · SN3721 | 5:35 AM Barcelona El Prat Airport | 6h15 | 11:50 AM Madrid Barajas Airport | 1 transfer | |
IB426 | 7:00 AM Barcelona El Prat Airport | 1h25 | 8:25 AM Madrid Barajas Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
LH1819+ LH4162 | 7:55 AM Barcelona El Prat Airport | 6h15 | 2:10 PM Madrid Barajas Airport | 1 transfer | |
LH1819 · LH1804 | 7:55 AM Barcelona El Prat Airport | 9h45 | 5:40 PM Madrid Barajas Airport | 1 transfer | |
IB428 | 8:00 AM Barcelona El Prat Airport | 1h25 | 9:25 AM Madrid Barajas Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
LH1137 · LH1114 | 8:00 AM Barcelona El Prat Airport | 8h40 | 4:40 PM Madrid Barajas Airport | 1 transfer | |
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Spain’s premier art museum, famous for Velázquez, Goya, and El Greco. A core stop for classical European painting.
Madrid’s leading modern art museum, best known for Picasso’s Guernica and major 20th-century Spanish collections.
Major museum spanning Renaissance to modern art, complementing Prado and Reina Sofía with an accessible, broad collection.
Madrid’s most famous park, ideal for strolling, boating, monuments, and relaxed city breaks between museums.
Madrid’s best-known avenue for architecture, shopping, rooftops, theaters, and nonstop urban energy.
Central square and symbolic heart of Madrid, home to key landmarks and a constant flow of local life.
Madrid’s signature chickpea stew, traditionally served in stages with broth, vegetables, chickpeas, and assorted meats. It is one of the city’s most emblematic comfort dishes.
A classic Madrid sandwich of fried squid rings in crusty bread, especially associated with bars around Plaza Mayor. It is one of the city’s most famous quick bites.
A hearty traditional stew made with tripe, chorizo, and morcilla in a rich paprika sauce. It is a historic tavern dish strongly linked to Madrid cuisine.
Historic restaurant famous for roast suckling pig and Castilian specialties. Traditional wood-fired cooking and a classic old-Madrid atmosphere make it one of the city’s landmark dining rooms.
Legendary Madrid restaurant best known for huevos rotos. Elegant but relaxed, it is a long-established favorite for classic Spanish cooking.
Traditional tavern celebrated for cocido madrileño cooked in individual clay pots. It offers a historic setting and one of the best-known versions of Madrid’s signature stew.
Moderate for Western Europe. Museums and tapas can be good value, but central hotels and fine dining cost more.
Service is usually included. Locals often round up or leave EUR 1-2 at cafes, 5-10% at restaurants for great service, and round up taxi fares.
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Madrid Barajas Airport -> Atocha Station, Madrid
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Barcelona 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 Barcelona to Madrid flights use the Barcelona El Prat Airport to Madrid Barajas Airport airport pair. Use this guide to compare Barcelona and Madrid airports on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like airport facilities and services.
Barcelona El Prat Airport is 3 km from Barcelona city centre. Public transport options include:
Barcelona El Prat 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 for an unlimited time. ATMs are located throughout both terminals, offering services from various banks.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Barcelona El Prat Airport: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Barcelona El Prat Airport: Elevators, ramps.
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.
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