- Must visit
Museo de Santa Clara
Housed in a former monastery, this museum combines Islamic palace remains, cloisters, and art, making it one of Murcia’s richest cultural visits.
Flights from Madrid Barajas Airport to Murcia depart on average 15 times per day, taking around 1h 11m. Cheap flight tickets for this journey start at $37 (€30) but you can travel from only $9 (€7) by train.
There are 4 flights per day. The earliest flight runs at 05:00, the last at 19:45. The fastest flight covers the 215 miles (347 km) distance in 1h 5m. December is the cheapest month to fly.
Distance 215 miles (347 km) |
Average flight duration 1h 11m |
Cheapest ticket price $37 (€30) |
Flights per day 15 |
Direct flights 4 |
Fastest flight 1h 5m |
First flight 5:00 AM |
Last flight 7:45 PM |
Cheapest Month Dec |
Cheapest Day Sat |
High Season Jan - Mar |
Low Season Apr - Jun |
Busiest Day Tue |
Least Busy Day Sun |
Cheapest price
$75
Average price
$176
Fastest journey
1 h 10 m
Average duration
1 h 13 m
Flights per day
19
Distance
347 km
The best way to find a cheap flight ticket from Madrid Barajas Airport to Murcia is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Madrid Barajas Airport to Murcia will cost around $176 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $75.
Of the 19 flights that leave Madrid Barajas Airport for Murcia onWed, Aug 19, 5 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Wed, Aug 19 the direct flights cover the 347 km distance in an average of 1 h 13 m but if you time it right, some flights will get you there in just 1 h 10 m .
On Wed, Aug 19 the longest flights will take 1 h 15 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.
UX4047
IB1015
UX4049
IB1009
UX6031 · UX4026
UX4049
UX4047
IB1015
IB1013
IB1009Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Madrid Barajas Airport to Murcia among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from $9. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 11m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of $9, and a flight costs an average of $37.
Distance: 215 miles (347 km)
| Flight | Most popular Bus | Train | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$84 Average price | $48 Average price | $38 Average price Cheapest | $88 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
4h 11m Average total duration Fastest 1h 11m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 5h 13m Average total duration 4h 43m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 11m Average total duration 3h 41m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 53m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
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Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Madrid Barajas Airport to Murcia:
A train is $10 (€8) less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Madrid Barajas Airport to Murcia costing on average $48 (€39).
A train is $46 (€37) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Madrid Barajas Airport to Murcia costing on average $84 (€68).
Other travel options to Murcia take longer:
Train takes on average 3h 41m.
Bus takes on average 4h 43m.
The table below shows live departures for Madrid Barajas Airport to Murcia flights for today, Tuesday, August 18. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated flight journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
IB1011 | 11:50 AM Madrid Barajas Airport | 1h15 | 1:05 PM Alicante Elche Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
AT973 · AT894 | 1:35 PM Madrid Barajas Airport | 22h35 | 12:10 PM Alicante Elche Airport | 1 transfer | |
UX6067 · UX4026 | 2:35 PM Madrid Barajas Airport | 5h20 | 7:55 PM Alicante Elche Airport | 1 transfer | |
UX6067 · UX4024 | 2:35 PM Madrid Barajas Airport | 21h05 | 11:40 AM Alicante Elche Airport | 1 transfer | |
UX4049 | 3:10 PM Madrid Barajas Airport | 1h10 | 4:20 PM Alicante Elche Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
UX6079 · UX4026 | 5:05 PM Madrid Barajas Airport | 2h50 | 7:55 PM Alicante Elche Airport | 1 transfer | |
UX6079 · UX4024 | 5:05 PM Madrid Barajas Airport | 18h35 | 11:40 AM Alicante Elche Airport | 1 transfer | |
UX6097 · UX4026 | 7:00 PM Madrid Barajas Airport | 24h55 | 7:55 PM Alicante Elche Airport | 1 transfer | |
UX6097 · UX4024 | 7:00 PM Madrid Barajas Airport | 16h40 | 11:40 AM Alicante Elche Airport | 1 transfer | |
IB1015 | 7:40 PM Madrid Barajas Airport | 1h15 | 8:55 PM Alicante Elche Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
AT971 · AT894 | 8:10 PM Madrid Barajas Airport | 16h00 | 12:10 PM Alicante Elche Airport | 1 transfer | |
UX6049 · UX4026 | 9:45 PM Madrid Barajas Airport | 22h10 | 7:55 PM Alicante Elche Airport | 1 transfer | |
UX6049 · UX4024 | 9:45 PM Madrid Barajas Airport | 13h55 | 11:40 AM Alicante Elche Airport | 1 transfer | |
| Wednesday, August 19 | |||||
UX4047 | 7:00 AM Madrid Barajas Airport | 1h10 | 8:10 AM Alicante Elche Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
IB1009 | 7:25 AM Madrid Barajas Airport | 1h15 | 8:40 AM Alicante Elche Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
UX6031 · UX4026 | 8:20 AM Madrid Barajas Airport | 11h35 | 7:55 PM Alicante Elche Airport | 1 transfer | |
UX6031 · UX4024 | 8:20 AM Madrid Barajas Airport | 3h20 | 11:40 AM Alicante Elche Airport | 1 transfer | |
UX6021 · UX4026 | 9:20 AM Madrid Barajas Airport | 10h35 | 7:55 PM Alicante Elche Airport | 1 transfer | |
UX6021 · UX4024 | 9:20 AM Madrid Barajas Airport | 26h20 | 11:40 AM Alicante Elche Airport | 1 transfer | |
UX6013 · UX4026 | 10:15 AM Madrid Barajas Airport | 9h40 | 7:55 PM Alicante Elche Airport | 1 transfer | |
UX6013 · UX4024 | 10:15 AM Madrid Barajas Airport | 25h25 | 11:40 AM Alicante Elche Airport | 1 transfer | |
This is the last flight of the day. | |||||
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Most Madrid Barajas Airport to Murcia flights use the Madrid Barajas Airport to Alicante Elche Airport airport pair. Use this guide to compare Madrid Barajas Airport and Murcia airports on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like airport facilities and services.
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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