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Museo Nacional del Prado
Spain’s premier art museum, famous for masterpieces by Velázquez, Goya, El Greco, Rubens, and Bosch. A core stop on Madrid’s Golden Triangle of Art.
Flights from Edinburgh to Madrid depart on average 76 times per day, taking around 3h 48m. Cheap flight tickets for this journey start at $55 (€44) if you book in advance.
There are 2 flights per day. The earliest flight runs at 05:10, the last at 23:05. The fastest flight covers the 1073 miles (1728 km) distance in 2h 50m. December is the cheapest month to fly.
Distance 1073 miles (1728 km) |
Average flight duration 3h 48m |
Cheapest ticket price $55 (€44) |
Flights per day 76 |
Direct flights 2 |
Fastest flight 2h 50m |
First flight 5:10 AM |
Last flight 11:05 PM |
Cheapest Month Dec |
Cheapest Day Wed |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Jul - Sep |
Busiest Day Wed |
Least Busy Day Thu |
Best time to book 91 days |
Cheapest price
$250
Average price
$851
Fastest journey
2 h 54 m
Average duration
4 h 13 m
Flights per day
85
Distance
1728 km
The best way to find a cheap flight ticket from Edinburgh to Madrid is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Edinburgh to Madrid will cost around $851 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $250.
Of the 85 flights that leave Edinburgh for Madrid onMon, May 18, 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Mon, May 18 the direct flights cover the 1728 km distance in an average of 4 h 13 m but if you time it right, some flights will get you there in just 2 h 54 m .
On Mon, May 18 the longest flights will take 5 h 5 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.
KL922 · KL1509
U23209
FR 5685
KL922 · KL1507
KL922 · KL1503
FR 5685
U23209
BA1453+
BA7065
IB3737+
IB724
BA1441 · BA462Omio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from Edinburgh to Madrid among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the flight with prices starting from $55. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 3h 48m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the bus is your best bet as it emits only 1.7 - 4.3kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a flight costs an average of $55, and a train costs an average of $748.
Distance: 1073 miles (1728 km)
Most popular Flight | Bus | Train | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$194 Average price Cheapest | $196 Average price | $748 Average price | $390 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
6h 48m Average total duration Fastest 3h 48m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 36h 56m Average total duration 36h 26m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 27h 21m Average total duration 26h 51m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 24h 27m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
5.2 - 10.4kg CO2 emissions | 1.7 - 4.3kg CO2 emissions Lowest | - CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
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 Edinburgh to Madrid:
A flight is $2 (€1) less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Edinburgh to Madrid costing on average $196 (€158).
A flight is $554 (€447) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Edinburgh to Madrid costing on average $748 (€604).
Other travel options to Madrid take longer:
Train takes on average 26h 51m.
Bus takes on average 36h 26m.
The table below shows live departures for Edinburgh to Madrid flights for today, Sunday, May 17. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated flight journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
BA1467 · BA460 | 8:35 AM Edinburgh Airport | 6h15 | 3:50 PM Madrid Barajas Airport | 1 transfer | |
BA1467+ BA7069 | 8:35 AM Edinburgh Airport | 5h20 | 2:55 PM Madrid Barajas Airport | 1 transfer | |
BA1467 · BA462 | 8:35 AM Edinburgh Airport | 8h35 | 6:10 PM Madrid Barajas Airport | 1 transfer | |
KL924 · KL1509 | 9:20 AM Edinburgh Airport | 13h05 | 11:25 PM Madrid Barajas Airport | 1 transfer | |
KL924 · KL1507 | 9:20 AM Edinburgh Airport | 9h15 | 7:35 PM Madrid Barajas Airport | 1 transfer | |
KL924 · KL1505 | 9:20 AM Edinburgh Airport | 6h05 | 4:25 PM Madrid Barajas Airport | 1 transfer | |
BA1439 · BA462 | 10:05 AM Edinburgh Airport | 7h05 | 6:10 PM Madrid Barajas Airport | 1 transfer | |
BA1439+ BA7057 | 10:05 AM Edinburgh Airport | 8h10 | 7:15 PM Madrid Barajas Airport | 1 transfer | |
BA1439+ BA7059 | 10:05 AM Edinburgh Airport | 9h30 | 8:35 PM Madrid Barajas Airport | 1 transfer | |
BA1439 · BA464 | 10:05 AM Edinburgh Airport | 8h55 | 8:00 PM Madrid Barajas Airport | 1 transfer | |
IB708 | 10:15 AM Edinburgh Airport | 2h55 | 2:10 PM Madrid Barajas Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
BA7191 | 10:15 AM Edinburgh Airport | 2h55 | 2:10 PM Madrid Barajas Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
KL926 · KL1509 | 11:10 AM Edinburgh Airport | 11h15 | 11:25 PM Madrid Barajas Airport | 1 transfer | |
KL926 · KL1507 | 11:10 AM Edinburgh Airport | 7h25 | 7:35 PM Madrid Barajas Airport | 1 transfer | |
BA8707+ BA7057 | 11:10 AM Edinburgh Airport | 7h05 | 7:15 PM Madrid Barajas Airport | 1 transfer | |
BA8707+ BA464 | 11:10 AM Edinburgh Airport | 7h50 | 8:00 PM Madrid Barajas Airport | 1 transfer | |
BA8707+ BA7059 | 11:10 AM Edinburgh Airport | 8h25 | 8:35 PM Madrid Barajas Airport | 1 transfer | |
BA8707+ BA7061 | 11:10 AM Edinburgh Airport | 10h00 | 10:10 PM Madrid Barajas Airport | 1 transfer | |
BA8701+ BA7057 | 11:20 AM Edinburgh Airport | 6h55 | 7:15 PM Madrid Barajas Airport | 1 transfer | |
BA8701+ BA464 | 11:20 AM Edinburgh Airport | 7h40 | 8:00 PM Madrid Barajas Airport | 1 transfer | |
BA8701+ BA7059 | 11:20 AM Edinburgh Airport | 8h15 | 8:35 PM Madrid Barajas Airport | 1 transfer | |
BA8701+ BA7061 | 11:20 AM Edinburgh Airport | 9h50 | 10:10 PM Madrid Barajas Airport | 1 transfer | |
BA8701+ BA7065 | 11:20 AM Edinburgh Airport | 10h15 | 10:35 PM Madrid Barajas Airport | 1 transfer | |
BA1437+ BA7057 | 11:30 AM Edinburgh Airport | 6h45 | 7:15 PM Madrid Barajas Airport | 1 transfer | |
BA1437 · BA462 | 11:30 AM Edinburgh Airport | 5h40 | 6:10 PM Madrid Barajas Airport | 1 transfer | |
BA1437+ BA7059 | 11:30 AM Edinburgh Airport | 8h05 | 8:35 PM Madrid Barajas Airport | 1 transfer | |
BA1437 · BA464 | 11:30 AM Edinburgh Airport | 7h30 | 8:00 PM Madrid Barajas Airport | 1 transfer | |
BA1437+ BA7061 | 11:30 AM Edinburgh Airport | 9h40 | 10:10 PM Madrid Barajas Airport | 1 transfer | |
BA1437+ BA7065 | 11:30 AM Edinburgh Airport | 10h05 | 10:35 PM Madrid Barajas Airport | 1 transfer | |
AF1687 · AF1400 | 11:35 AM Edinburgh Airport | 10h40 | 11:15 PM Madrid Barajas Airport | 1 transfer | |
AF1687+ AF1100 | 11:35 AM Edinburgh Airport | 6h40 | 7:15 PM Madrid Barajas Airport | 1 transfer | |
KL928 · KL1509 | 1:10 PM Edinburgh Airport | 9h15 | 11:25 PM Madrid Barajas Airport | 1 transfer | |
KL928 · KL1507 | 1:10 PM Edinburgh Airport | 5h25 | 7:35 PM Madrid Barajas Airport | 1 transfer | |
KL932 · KL1501 | 5:05 PM Edinburgh Airport | 15h25 | 9:30 AM Madrid Barajas Airport | 1 transfer | |
KL932 · KL1509 | 5:05 PM Edinburgh Airport | 5h20 | 11:25 PM Madrid Barajas Airport | 1 transfer | |
BA1455+ BA7067 | 5:10 PM Edinburgh Airport | 5h15 | 11:25 PM Madrid Barajas Airport | 1 transfer | |
AF1487 · AF1000 | 5:25 PM Edinburgh Airport | 14h45 | 9:10 AM Madrid Barajas Airport | 1 transfer | |
LX8291+ LX2032 | 7:10 PM Edinburgh Airport | 22h30 | 6:40 PM Madrid Barajas Airport | 1 transfer | |
LX8291+ LX2020 | 7:10 PM Edinburgh Airport | 13h10 | 9:20 AM Madrid Barajas Airport | 1 transfer | |
FR 189 | 8:10 PM Edinburgh Airport | 2h55 | 12:05 AM Madrid Barajas Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
AF1887 · AF1800 | 5:40 AM Edinburgh Airport | 10h05 | 4:45 PM Madrid Barajas Airport | 1 transfer | |
AF1887+ AF1100 | 5:40 AM Edinburgh Airport | 12h35 | 7:15 PM Madrid Barajas Airport | 1 transfer | |
AF1887 · AF1600 | 5:40 AM Edinburgh Airport | 8h55 | 3:35 PM Madrid Barajas Airport | 1 transfer | |
AF1887 · AF1400 | 5:40 AM Edinburgh Airport | 16h35 | 11:15 PM Madrid Barajas Airport | 1 transfer | |
UX2266 · UX2226 | 5:40 AM Edinburgh Airport | 8h55 | 3:35 PM Madrid Barajas Airport | 1 transfer | |
UX2266 · UX2232 | 5:40 AM Edinburgh Airport | 16h35 | 11:15 PM Madrid Barajas Airport | 1 transfer | |
UX2266 · UX2229 | 5:40 AM Edinburgh Airport | 10h05 | 4:45 PM Madrid Barajas Airport | 1 transfer | |
KL922 · KL1503 | 5:45 AM Edinburgh Airport | 5h25 | 12:10 PM Madrid Barajas Airport | 1 transfer | |
KL922 · KL1507 | 5:45 AM Edinburgh Airport | 12h50 | 7:35 PM Madrid Barajas Airport | 1 transfer | |
KL922 · KL1509 | 5:45 AM Edinburgh Airport | 16h40 | 11:25 PM Madrid Barajas Airport | 1 transfer | |
KL922 · KL1505 | 5:45 AM Edinburgh Airport | 9h40 | 4:25 PM Madrid Barajas Airport | 1 transfer | |
LH965 · LH1114 | 6:10 AM Edinburgh Airport | 8h50 | 4:00 PM Madrid Barajas Airport | 1 transfer | |
LH965 · LH106 · LH1804 | 6:10 AM Edinburgh Airport | 10h30 | 5:40 PM Madrid Barajas Airport | 2 transfers | |
LH965 · LH1804+ LH108 | 6:10 AM Edinburgh Airport | 10h30 | 5:40 PM Madrid Barajas Airport | 2 transfers | |
BA1465+ BA7053 | 6:20 AM Edinburgh Airport | 5h20 | 12:40 PM Madrid Barajas Airport | 1 transfer | |
BA1465+ BA7069 | 6:20 AM Edinburgh Airport | 7h35 | 2:55 PM Madrid Barajas Airport | 1 transfer | |
BA1465+ BA7055 | 6:20 AM Edinburgh Airport | 6h55 | 2:15 PM Madrid Barajas Airport | 1 transfer | |
BA1465+ BA7195 | 6:20 AM Edinburgh Airport | 7h40 | 3:00 PM Madrid Barajas Airport | 1 transfer | |
BA7069+ BA8701 | 6:20 AM Edinburgh Airport | 7h35 | 2:55 PM Madrid Barajas Airport | 1 transfer | |
BA7195+ BA8701 | 6:20 AM Edinburgh Airport | 7h40 | 3:00 PM Madrid Barajas Airport | 1 transfer | |
BA8701 · BA3272 | 6:20 AM Edinburgh Airport | 5h35 | 12:55 PM Madrid Barajas Airport | 1 transfer | |
BA1467+ BA7069 | 7:00 AM Edinburgh Airport | 6h55 | 2:55 PM Madrid Barajas Airport | 1 transfer | |
BA1467+ BA7055 | 7:00 AM Edinburgh Airport | 6h15 | 2:15 PM Madrid Barajas Airport | 1 transfer | |
BA460+ BA8713 | 7:25 AM Edinburgh Airport | 7h25 | 3:50 PM Madrid Barajas Airport | 1 transfer | |
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Spain’s premier art museum, famous for masterpieces by Velázquez, Goya, El Greco, Rubens, and Bosch. A core stop on Madrid’s Golden Triangle of Art.
Spain’s leading museum of modern and contemporary art, best known for Picasso’s Guernica alongside works by Dalí and Miró.
Major collection spanning medieval to modern art, with celebrated works by Caravaggio, Monet, Van Gogh, Hopper, and Kandinsky.
Madrid’s most famous park, ideal for strolling, rowing, people-watching, and seeing monuments such as the Crystal Palace.
The symbolic center of Madrid and Spain’s radial road network, always busy and central to city life and celebrations.
Madrid’s best-known boulevard, lined with landmark architecture, theaters, shops, and rooftop viewpoints popular with visitors.
Madrid’s classic chickpea stew, traditionally served in stages with broth, vegetables, chickpeas, and assorted meats. It is one of the city’s signature comfort dishes.
A famous Madrid sandwich of fried squid rings in crusty bread, especially associated with bars around Plaza Mayor. It is a simple local staple and iconic snack.
A rich Madrid-style tripe stew cooked with chorizo, morcilla, and paprika. It is a traditional cold-weather dish with deep roots in local tavern cuisine.
Historic restaurant founded in the 18th century, famous for roast suckling pig and other classic Castilian dishes in an old-world setting.
Well-known traditional restaurant celebrated for huevos rotos and classic Madrid dining. The atmosphere is polished but rooted in old tavern tradition.
Historic tavern especially known for cocido madrileño cooked in individual clay pots. A strong choice for an authentic, traditional meal.
Moderate for Western Europe: tapas and transit are reasonable, while central hotels and fine dining cost more.
Service is usually included. Locals often round up or leave EUR 1-2 at cafes; about 5-10% in restaurants for great service. Taxis are usually rounded up.
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Madrid Barajas Airport -> Puerta del Sol
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Edinburgh 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.

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