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Aberdeen Art Gallery
Aberdeen's main art museum with strong Scottish collections, decorative arts, and major temporary exhibitions in a restored building.
Flights from Madrid to Aberdeen depart on average 52 times per day, taking around 4h 12m. Cheap flight tickets for this journey start at €145 but you can travel from only €97 by bus.
The earliest flight runs at 00:20, the last at 20:55. The fastest flight covers the 1158 miles (1864 km) distance in 3h 55m. May is the cheapest month to fly.
Distance 1158 miles (1864 km) |
Average flight duration 4h 12m |
Cheapest ticket price €145 |
Flights per day 52 |
Fastest flight 3h 55m |
First flight 12:20 AM |
Last flight 8:55 PM |
Cheapest Month May |
Cheapest Day Thu |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Best time to book 56 days |
Cheapest price on Sep 20
€108
Average ticket price on Sep 20
€108
Fastest journey on Sep 20
7 h 20 m
Average journey duration on Sep 20
7 h 20 m
Flights on Sep 20
1
Distance
1864 km
The best way to find a cheap flight ticket from Madrid to Aberdeen is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Madrid to Aberdeen will cost around €108 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €108.
On Sun, Sep 20, we found 1 flights from Madrid to Aberdeen, including 1 direct services.
On Sun, Sep 20 the direct flights cover the 1864 km distance in an average of 7 h 20 m but if you time it right, some flights will get you there in just 7 h 20 m .
On Sun, Sep 20 the longest flights will take 7 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.


Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Madrid to Aberdeen among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of €162 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 6h 12m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €162, while a flight costs an average of €362.
Distance: 1158 miles (1864 km)
| Flight | Most popular Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
€362 Average price | €162 Average price Cheapest | €66 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
6h 12m Average total duration Fastest 4h 12m Onboard + 2h 0m Additional time* | 49h 30m Average total duration 49h 0m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 26h 16m 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 Madrid to Aberdeen:
A bus is €200 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Madrid to Aberdeen costing on average €362.
Other travel options to Aberdeen take longer:
Bus takes on average 49h 0m.
The table below shows live departures for Madrid to Aberdeen flights for today, Saturday, September 19. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated flight journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 6:30 PM Madrid | 13h10 | 7:40 AM Aberdeen | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Sunday, September 20 | |||||
![]() | 4:00 AM Madrid | 7h20 | 11:20 AM Aberdeen | 0 transfersDirect | |
This is the last flight of the day. | |||||
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Aberdeen's main art museum with strong Scottish collections, decorative arts, and major temporary exhibitions in a restored building.
Interactive maritime museum on the harbour, covering shipbuilding, fishing, and the offshore industry with excellent harbour views.
Award-winning museum of North Sea oil and gas, with interactive displays on offshore platforms, energy history, and future technology.
Aberdeen's grand main street, lined with granite architecture, shops, theatres, and key civic landmarks through the city centre.
Historic old town around the university, known for cobbled lanes, medieval buildings, and a calm atmosphere away from the centre.
Long sandy beach and promenade popular for walks, sea views, and easy access to leisure areas north of the harbour.
A rich local soup of smoked haddock, potatoes, onion and cream. It is closely tied to Aberdeen’s fishing heritage and is a classic North-East comfort dish.
Traditional Scottish porridge made with oats, often served with salt or cream. Oats are central to regional food culture and a longstanding breakfast staple.
A soft buttered rowie, also called an Aberdeen roll. Its flaky, salty texture makes it a distinctive local bakery specialty from the North-East.
Popular casual seafood spot by the harbour, valued for fresh fish, simple preparation and relaxed waterside atmosphere.
Refined fine dining in a historic setting, known for polished Scottish tasting menus and high-end local produce.
Stylish modern Scottish restaurant with a strong local reputation for seasonal dishes, seafood and carefully sourced produce.
Moderate for the UK. Hotels can be pricey in peak periods, but dining and local transit are usually manageable for most tourists.
Tipping is optional. In restaurants, 10-12.5% is common if service is not included. Round up for taxis; cafes usually do not expect tips.
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Aberdeen Airport -> Union Square Bus Station, Aberdeen
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Madrid to Aberdeen 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 Aberdeen, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Madrid to Aberdeen flights use the Madrid Barajas Airport to Aberdeen Airport airport pair. Use this guide to compare Madrid and Aberdeen 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.
Aberdeen Airport is 1 km from Aberdeen city centre. Public transport options include:
Aberdeen 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 Aberdeen Airport: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Aberdeen Airport: Ramps, assistance, toilets.
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