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Flights from London to Madrid Barajas Airport depart on average 116 times per day, taking around 3h 24m. Cheap flight tickets for this journey start at $26 (€21) if you book in advance.
There are 38 flights per day. The earliest flight runs at 04:50, the last at 21:45. The fastest flight covers the 780 miles (1256 km) distance in 2h 19m. February is the cheapest month to fly.
Distance 780 miles (1256 km) |
Average flight duration 3h 24m |
Cheapest ticket price $26 (€21) |
Flights per day 116 |
Direct flights 38 |
Fastest flight 2h 19m |
First flight 4:50 AM |
Last flight 9:45 PM |
Cheapest Month Feb |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Jan - Mar |
Low Season Jul - Sep |
Busiest Day Sat |
Least Busy Day Fri |
Cheapest price
$95
Average price
$336
Fastest journey
2 h 19 m
Average duration
2 h 20 m
Flights per day
118
Distance
1256 km
The best way to find a cheap flight ticket from London to Madrid Barajas Airport is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from London to Madrid Barajas Airport will cost around $336 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $95.
Of the 118 flights that leave London for Madrid Barajas Airport onThu, May 14, 43 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Thu, May 14 the direct flights cover the 1256 km distance in an average of 2 h 20 m but if you time it right, some flights will get you there in just 2 h 19 m .
On Thu, May 14 the longest flights will take 2 h 20 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.
FR 5996
U28019
U22365
FR 347
FR 499
BA7197
IB1864
BA3270
IB3654
BA3272Omio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from London to Madrid Barajas Airport among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the flight with prices starting from $26. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 3h 24m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a flight costs an average of $26, and a bus costs an average of $71.
Distance: 780 miles (1256 km)
Most popular Flight | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$163 Average price Cheapest | $177 Average price | $265 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
6h 24m Average total duration Fastest 3h 24m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 25h 57m Average total duration 25h 27m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 18h 39m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
![]() Most popular airline | ![]() Most popular bus company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from London to Madrid Barajas Airport:
A flight is $14 (€11) less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from London to Madrid Barajas Airport costing on average $177 (€142).
Other travel options to Madrid Barajas Airport take longer:
Bus takes on average 25h 27m.
The table below shows live departures for London to Madrid Barajas Airport flights for tomorrow, Thursday, May 14. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated flight journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
FR 5996 | 6:00 AM London Stansted Airport | 2h30 | 9:30 AM Madrid Barajas Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
U28019 | 6:00 AM London Gatwick Airport | 2h30 | 9:30 AM Madrid Barajas Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
BA456 | 6:15 AM London Heathrow Airport | 2h25 | 9:40 AM Madrid Barajas Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
AF1381+ AF1800 | 6:15 AM London Heathrow Airport | 9h30 | 4:45 PM Madrid Barajas Airport | 1 transfer | |
AF1381 · AF1600 | 6:15 AM London Heathrow Airport | 8h20 | 3:35 PM Madrid Barajas Airport | 1 transfer | |
IB3641 | 6:15 AM London Heathrow Airport | 2h25 | 9:40 AM Madrid Barajas Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
KL1000 · KL1505 | 6:30 AM London Heathrow Airport | 8h55 | 4:25 PM Madrid Barajas Airport | 1 transfer | |
KL1000 · KL1507 | 6:30 AM London Heathrow Airport | 12h05 | 7:35 PM Madrid Barajas Airport | 1 transfer | |
LH2483+ LH4162 | 6:55 AM London Heathrow Airport | 6h15 | 2:10 PM Madrid Barajas Airport | 1 transfer | |
LH2485+ LH4162 | 7:25 AM London Heathrow Airport | 5h45 | 2:10 PM Madrid Barajas Airport | 1 transfer | |
BA458 | 7:50 AM London Heathrow Airport | 2h25 | 11:15 AM Madrid Barajas Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
IB3643 | 7:50 AM London Heathrow Airport | 2h25 | 11:15 AM Madrid Barajas Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
TP1351 · TP1016 | 8:00 AM London Heathrow Airport | 8h00 | 5:00 PM Madrid Barajas Airport | 1 transfer | |
TP1351 · TP1018 | 8:00 AM London Heathrow Airport | 10h10 | 7:10 PM Madrid Barajas Airport | 1 transfer | |
TP1351 · TP1014 | 8:00 AM London Heathrow Airport | 6h20 | 3:20 PM Madrid Barajas Airport | 1 transfer | |
KL980+ KL1509 | 8:25 AM London City Airport | 14h00 | 11:25 PM Madrid Barajas Airport | 1 transfer | |
KL1505+ KL980 | 8:25 AM London City Airport | 7h00 | 4:25 PM Madrid Barajas Airport | 1 transfer | |
KL1507+ KL980 | 8:25 AM London City Airport | 10h10 | 7:35 PM Madrid Barajas Airport | 1 transfer | |
KL1002 · KL1505 | 8:40 AM London Heathrow Airport | 6h45 | 4:25 PM Madrid Barajas Airport | 1 transfer | |
KL1002 · KL1507 | 8:40 AM London Heathrow Airport | 9h55 | 7:35 PM Madrid Barajas Airport | 1 transfer | |
LX317+ LX2022 | 8:45 AM London Heathrow Airport | 6h20 | 4:05 PM Madrid Barajas Airport | 1 transfer | |
AF1681 · AF1600 | 8:55 AM London Heathrow Airport | 5h40 | 3:35 PM Madrid Barajas Airport | 1 transfer | |
AF1681+ AF1800 | 8:55 AM London Heathrow Airport | 6h50 | 4:45 PM Madrid Barajas Airport | 1 transfer | |
LH2471 · LH1804 | 9:00 AM London Heathrow Airport | 7h40 | 5:40 PM Madrid Barajas Airport | 1 transfer | |
LH5657+ LH1114 | 9:15 AM London City Airport | 6h25 | 4:40 PM Madrid Barajas Airport | 1 transfer | |
IB712 | 9:15 AM London Heathrow Airport | 2h25 | 12:40 PM Madrid Barajas Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
LX461+ LX2032 | 9:15 AM London City Airport | 8h25 | 6:40 PM Madrid Barajas Airport | 1 transfer | |
BA7053 | 9:15 AM London Heathrow Airport | 2h25 | 12:40 PM Madrid Barajas Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
LX461+ LX2022 | 9:15 AM London City Airport | 5h50 | 4:05 PM Madrid Barajas Airport | 1 transfer | |
KL1509+ KL982 | 9:20 AM London City Airport | 13h05 | 11:25 PM Madrid Barajas Airport | 1 transfer | |
KL1505+ KL982 | 9:20 AM London City Airport | 6h05 | 4:25 PM Madrid Barajas Airport | 1 transfer | |
KL1507+ KL982 | 9:20 AM London City Airport | 9h15 | 7:35 PM Madrid Barajas Airport | 1 transfer | |
LX431+ LX2032 | 9:25 AM London Gatwick Airport | 8h15 | 6:40 PM Madrid Barajas Airport | 1 transfer | |
LX431 · LX2022 | 9:25 AM London Gatwick Airport | 5h40 | 4:05 PM Madrid Barajas Airport | 1 transfer | |
LH901 · LH1114 | 9:30 AM London Heathrow Airport | 6h10 | 4:40 PM Madrid Barajas Airport | 1 transfer | |
LH901 · LH1120 | 9:30 AM London Heathrow Airport | 9h20 | 7:50 PM Madrid Barajas Airport | 1 transfer | |
IB3782 | 9:35 AM London City Airport | 2h20 | 12:55 PM Madrid Barajas Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
BA3272 | 9:35 AM London City Airport | 2h20 | 12:55 PM Madrid Barajas Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
KL1004 · KL1505 | 9:55 AM London Heathrow Airport | 5h30 | 4:25 PM Madrid Barajas Airport | 1 transfer | |
KL1004 · KL1507 | 9:55 AM London Heathrow Airport | 8h40 | 7:35 PM Madrid Barajas Airport | 1 transfer | |
KL1004 · KL1509 | 9:55 AM London Heathrow Airport | 12h30 | 11:25 PM Madrid Barajas Airport | 1 transfer | |
KL1509+ KL984 | 10:00 AM London City Airport | 12h25 | 11:25 PM Madrid Barajas Airport | 1 transfer | |
UX1014 | 10:00 AM London Gatwick Airport | 2h30 | 1:30 PM Madrid Barajas Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
KL984+ KL1507 | 10:00 AM London City Airport | 8h35 | 7:35 PM Madrid Barajas Airport | 1 transfer | |
KL1505+ KL984 | 10:00 AM London City Airport | 5h25 | 4:25 PM Madrid Barajas Airport | 1 transfer | |
FR 347 | 10:00 AM London Stansted Airport | 2h30 | 1:30 PM Madrid Barajas Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
AZ203 · AZ64 | 10:30 AM London Heathrow Airport | 12h40 | 12:10 AM Madrid Barajas Airport | 1 transfer | |
TP1335 · TP1020 | 10:35 AM London Gatwick Airport | 9h50 | 9:25 PM Madrid Barajas Airport | 1 transfer | |
TP1335 · TP1018 | 10:35 AM London Gatwick Airport | 7h35 | 7:10 PM Madrid Barajas Airport | 1 transfer | |
IB714 | 10:50 AM London Heathrow Airport | 2h25 | 2:15 PM Madrid Barajas Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
LH2473 · LH1804 | 10:50 AM London Heathrow Airport | 5h50 | 5:40 PM Madrid Barajas Airport | 1 transfer | |
BA7055 | 10:50 AM London Heathrow Airport | 2h25 | 2:15 PM Madrid Barajas Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
SN2094 · SN3727 | 11:05 AM London Heathrow Airport | 4h40 | 4:45 PM Madrid Barajas Airport | 1 transfer | |
SN2094+ SN3729 | 11:05 AM London Heathrow Airport | 8h00 | 8:05 PM Madrid Barajas Airport | 1 transfer | |
TP1367 · TP1018 | 11:20 AM London Heathrow Airport | 6h50 | 7:10 PM Madrid Barajas Airport | 1 transfer | |
TP1367 · TP1020 | 11:20 AM London Heathrow Airport | 9h05 | 9:25 PM Madrid Barajas Airport | 1 transfer | |
TP1367 · TP1022 | 11:20 AM London Heathrow Airport | 12h00 | 12:20 AM Madrid Barajas Airport | 1 transfer | |
BA7069 | 11:30 AM London Heathrow Airport | 2h25 | 2:55 PM Madrid Barajas Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
AF1581 · AF1400 | 11:30 AM London Heathrow Airport | 10h45 | 11:15 PM Madrid Barajas Airport | 1 transfer | |
BA7195 | 11:30 AM London Gatwick Airport | 2h30 | 3:00 PM Madrid Barajas Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
IB716 | 11:30 AM London Heathrow Airport | 2h25 | 2:55 PM Madrid Barajas Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
IB1862 | 11:30 AM London Gatwick Airport | 2h30 | 3:00 PM Madrid Barajas Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
LH1120+ LH4227 | 11:30 AM London Heathrow Airport | 7h20 | 7:50 PM Madrid Barajas Airport | 1 transfer | |
KL1006 · KL1507 | 11:45 AM London Heathrow Airport | 6h50 | 7:35 PM Madrid Barajas Airport | 1 transfer | |
KL1006 · KL1509 | 11:45 AM London Heathrow Airport | 10h40 | 11:25 PM Madrid Barajas Airport | 1 transfer | |
LX319 · LX2032 | 12:10 PM London Heathrow Airport | 5h30 | 6:40 PM Madrid Barajas Airport | 1 transfer | |
BA460 | 12:20 PM London Heathrow Airport | 2h30 | 3:50 PM Madrid Barajas Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
IB3645 | 12:20 PM London Heathrow Airport | 2h30 | 3:50 PM Madrid Barajas Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
U22365 | 1:35 PM London Luton Airport | 2h30 | 5:05 PM Madrid Barajas Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
LH2475+ LH4164 | 1:35 PM London Heathrow Airport | 7h55 | 10:30 PM Madrid Barajas Airport | 1 transfer | |
TP1359 · TP1020 | 1:45 PM London Heathrow Airport | 6h40 | 9:25 PM Madrid Barajas Airport | 1 transfer | |
BA462 | 2:10 PM London Heathrow Airport | 2h25 | 5:35 PM Madrid Barajas Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
IB3647 | 2:10 PM London Heathrow Airport | 2h25 | 5:35 PM Madrid Barajas Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
KL1010+ KL1509 | 2:45 PM London Heathrow Airport | 7h40 | 11:25 PM Madrid Barajas Airport | 1 transfer | |
FR 499 | 2:45 PM London Stansted Airport | 2h30 | 6:15 PM Madrid Barajas Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
AF1781 · AF1400 | 3:00 PM London Heathrow Airport | 7h15 | 11:15 PM Madrid Barajas Airport | 1 transfer | |
LH909 · LH1122 | 3:30 PM London Heathrow Airport | 7h10 | 11:40 PM Madrid Barajas Airport | 1 transfer | |
BA7057 | 3:50 PM London Heathrow Airport | 2h25 | 7:15 PM Madrid Barajas Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
IB718 | 3:50 PM London Heathrow Airport | 2h25 | 7:15 PM Madrid Barajas Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
BA464 | 4:30 PM London Heathrow Airport | 2h35 | 8:05 PM Madrid Barajas Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
IB3649 | 4:30 PM London Heathrow Airport | 2h35 | 8:05 PM Madrid Barajas Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
AZ207 · AZ64 | 4:30 PM London Heathrow Airport | 6h40 | 12:10 AM Madrid Barajas Airport | 1 transfer | |
AZ207 · AZ58 | 4:30 PM London Heathrow Airport | 17h15 | 10:45 AM Madrid Barajas Airport | 1 transfer | |
BA7059 | 5:10 PM London Heathrow Airport | 2h25 | 8:35 PM Madrid Barajas Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
KL990+ KL1509 | 5:10 PM London City Airport | 5h15 | 11:25 PM Madrid Barajas Airport | 1 transfer | |
IB720 | 5:10 PM London Heathrow Airport | 2h25 | 8:35 PM Madrid Barajas Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
KL1012+ KL1509 | 5:10 PM London Heathrow Airport | 5h15 | 11:25 PM Madrid Barajas Airport | 1 transfer | |
KL990+ KL1503 | 5:10 PM London City Airport | 18h00 | 12:10 PM Madrid Barajas Airport | 1 transfer | |
KL1501+ KL990 | 5:10 PM London City Airport | 15h20 | 9:30 AM Madrid Barajas Airport | 1 transfer | |
UX1016 | 5:25 PM London Gatwick Airport | 2h30 | 8:55 PM Madrid Barajas Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
AF1281 · AF1400 | 5:35 PM London Heathrow Airport | 4h40 | 11:15 PM Madrid Barajas Airport | 1 transfer | |
U28017 | 5:40 PM London Gatwick Airport | 2h30 | 9:10 PM Madrid Barajas Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
KL992+ KL1501 | 5:50 PM London City Airport | 14h40 | 9:30 AM Madrid Barajas Airport | 1 transfer | |
SN2096 · SN3731 | 5:50 PM London Heathrow Airport | 4h35 | 11:25 PM Madrid Barajas Airport | 1 transfer | |
KL992+ KL1503 | 5:50 PM London City Airport | 17h20 | 12:10 PM Madrid Barajas Airport | 1 transfer | |
BA7061 | 6:45 PM London Heathrow Airport | 2h25 | 10:10 PM Madrid Barajas Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
IB722 | 6:45 PM London Heathrow Airport | 2h25 | 10:10 PM Madrid Barajas Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
TP1357 · TP1012 | 6:45 PM London Heathrow Airport | 16h55 | 12:40 PM Madrid Barajas Airport | 1 transfer | |
KL994+ KL1505 | 7:00 PM London City Airport | 20h25 | 4:25 PM Madrid Barajas Airport | 1 transfer | |
KL1503+ KL994 | 7:00 PM London City Airport | 16h10 | 12:10 PM Madrid Barajas Airport | 1 transfer | |
KL1501+ KL994 | 7:00 PM London City Airport | 13h30 | 9:30 AM Madrid Barajas Airport | 1 transfer | |
BA7065 | 7:10 PM London Heathrow Airport | 2h25 | 10:35 PM Madrid Barajas Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
IB724 | 7:10 PM London Heathrow Airport | 2h25 | 10:35 PM Madrid Barajas Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
IB3654 | 7:15 PM London City Airport | 2h20 | 10:35 PM Madrid Barajas Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
BA3270 | 7:15 PM London City Airport | 2h20 | 10:35 PM Madrid Barajas Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
AF1181 · AF1000 | 7:45 PM London Heathrow Airport | 12h25 | 9:10 AM Madrid Barajas Airport | 1 transfer | |
TP1369 · TP1012 | 7:50 PM London Heathrow Airport | 15h50 | 12:40 PM Madrid Barajas Airport | 1 transfer | |
BA7067 | 8:00 PM London Heathrow Airport | 2h25 | 11:25 PM Madrid Barajas Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
IB726 | 8:00 PM London Heathrow Airport | 2h25 | 11:25 PM Madrid Barajas Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
KL996+ KL1501 | 8:15 PM London City Airport | 12h15 | 9:30 AM Madrid Barajas Airport | 1 transfer | |
KL996+ KL1505 | 8:15 PM London City Airport | 19h10 | 4:25 PM Madrid Barajas Airport | 1 transfer | |
KL1503+ KL996 | 8:15 PM London City Airport | 14h55 | 12:10 PM Madrid Barajas Airport | 1 transfer | |
BA7197 | 8:40 PM London Gatwick Airport | 2h19 | 11:59 PM Madrid Barajas Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
IB1864 | 8:40 PM London Gatwick Airport | 2h19 | 11:59 PM Madrid Barajas Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
FR 2628 | 8:45 PM London Stansted Airport | 2h30 | 12:15 AM Madrid Barajas Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
KL1016+ KL1501 | 8:55 PM London Heathrow Airport | 11h35 | 9:30 AM Madrid Barajas Airport | 1 transfer | |
TP1331 · TP1937 · TP1012 | 9:20 PM London Gatwick Airport | 14h20 | 12:40 PM Madrid Barajas Airport | 2 transfers | |
TP1331 · TP1937 · TP1010 | 9:20 PM London Gatwick Airport | 11h45 | 10:05 AM Madrid Barajas Airport | 2 transfers | |
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Spain’s premier art museum, famed for masterpieces by Velázquez, Goya, El Greco, Rubens, and Bosch. A core stop in Madrid’s Golden Triangle of Art.
Madrid’s leading modern art museum, best known for Picasso’s Guernica alongside major works by Dalí and Miró. Essential for 20th-century Spanish art.
A major collection spanning medieval to modern European art, completing Madrid’s celebrated Art Triangle. Especially strong in Impressionism and early modern painting.
Madrid’s iconic central park with formal gardens, a boating lake, monuments, and the Crystal Palace. Essential for walking, relaxing, and people-watching.
Madrid’s best-known boulevard, lined with landmark architecture, theaters, shops, and rooftop views. A top area for first-time visitors and city energy.
A central square and symbolic heart of Spain’s road network, known for the Kilómetro Cero marker and constant urban activity.
A classic Madrid sandwich of fried squid rings in crusty bread, especially associated with the city center and a beloved quick meal.
A traditional Madrid stew made with tripe, chorizo, and morcilla, slow-cooked until rich and hearty.
Madrid’s iconic chickpea stew with meats, vegetables, and broth, traditionally served in stages and deeply tied to local food culture.
Iconic Madrid tavern best known for huevos rotos and classic Spanish cooking with a refined traditional atmosphere.
Well-known classic tavern specializing in cocido madrileño, served in a historic and distinctly local setting.
Popular casual spot celebrated for one of Madrid’s most famous tortillas españolas and hearty market dining.
Airport prices are higher than in central Madrid, but Spain is generally moderate for food and drinks.
Service is usually included. Round up or leave 5-10% for great restaurant service; small change for cafés, bars, and taxis is enough.
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