- Must visit
Museu Municipal de Arqueologia
Main local museum presenting Albufeira's archaeology, Islamic heritage, and historic way of life in a central old-town setting.
Flights from Madrid to Albufeira depart on average 22 times per day, taking around 2h 48m. Cheap flight tickets for this journey start at €17 if you book in advance.
There are 1 flights per day. The earliest flight runs at 01:45, the last at 23:05. The fastest flight covers the 336 miles (541 km) distance in 1h 25m. September is the cheapest month to fly.
Distance 336 miles (541 km) |
Average flight duration 2h 48m |
Cheapest ticket price €17 |
Flights per day 22 |
Direct flights 1 |
Fastest flight 1h 25m |
First flight 1:45 AM |
Last flight 11:05 PM |
Cheapest Month Sep |
Cheapest Day Mon |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Thu |
Least Busy Day Tue |
Best time to book 5 days |
Cheapest price on Sep 05
€18
Average ticket price on Sep 05
€416
Fastest journey on Sep 05
1 h 25 m
Average journey duration on Sep 05
3 h 46 m
Flights on Sep 05
33
Distance
541 km
The best way to find a cheap flight ticket from Madrid to Albufeira is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Madrid to Albufeira will cost around €416 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €18.
On Sat, Sep 05, we found 33 flights from Madrid to Albufeira, including 2 direct services.
On Sat, Sep 05 the direct flights cover the 541 km distance in an average of 3 h 46 m but if you time it right, some flights will get you there in just 1 h 25 m .
On Sat, Sep 05 the longest flights will take 6 h 30 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 9403
FR 1472
TP1017 · TP1907
TP1017 · TP1901
TP1021 · TP1901
FR 1472
FR 9403
TP1013 · TP1905
TP1023 · TP1901
BA7052+
BA510Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Madrid to Albufeira among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of €54 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 4h 48m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the bus is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.5 - 1.4kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €54, while a flight costs an average of €264.
Distance: 336 miles (541 km)
| Flight | Most popular Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
€264 Average price | €54 Average price Cheapest | €113 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
4h 48m Average total duration Fastest 2h 48m Onboard + 2h 0m Additional time* | 11h 37m Average total duration 11h 7m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 7h 0m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
1.6 - 3.2kg CO2 emissions | 0.5 - 1.4kg CO2 emissions Lowest | - CO2 emissions |
![]() Most popular airline | ![]() Most popular bus company | Your own car or car rental |
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 Madrid to Albufeira:
A bus is €210 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Madrid to Albufeira costing on average €264.
Other travel options to Albufeira take longer:
Bus takes on average 11h 7m.
The table below shows live departures for Madrid to Albufeira flights for today, Friday, September 4. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated flight journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
TP1015 · TP1901 | 4:20 PM Madrid Barajas Airport | 19h05 | 10:25 AM Faro Airport | 1 transfer | |
TP1015 · TP1907 | 4:20 PM Madrid Barajas Airport | 8h30 | 11:50 PM Faro Airport | 1 transfer | |
TP1015 · TP1905 | 4:20 PM Madrid Barajas Airport | 26h00 | 5:20 PM Faro Airport | 1 transfer | |
TP1017 · TP1907 | 6:00 PM Madrid Barajas Airport | 6h50 | 11:50 PM Faro Airport | 1 transfer | |
TP1017 · TP1901 | 6:00 PM Madrid Barajas Airport | 17h25 | 10:25 AM Faro Airport | 1 transfer | |
TP1017 · TP1905 | 6:00 PM Madrid Barajas Airport | 24h20 | 5:20 PM Faro Airport | 1 transfer | |
IB1161 | 7:40 PM Madrid Barajas Airport | 1h25 | 8:05 PM Faro Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
TP1019 · TP1905 | 8:10 PM Madrid Barajas Airport | 22h10 | 5:20 PM Faro Airport | 1 transfer | |
TP1019 · TP1901 | 8:10 PM Madrid Barajas Airport | 15h15 | 10:25 AM Faro Airport | 1 transfer | |
TP1019 · TP1907 | 8:10 PM Madrid Barajas Airport | 4h40 | 11:50 PM Faro Airport | 1 transfer | |
TP1021 · TP1901 | 10:25 PM Madrid Barajas Airport | 13h00 | 10:25 AM Faro Airport | 1 transfer | |
TP1021 · TP1905 | 10:25 PM Madrid Barajas Airport | 19h55 | 5:20 PM Faro Airport | 1 transfer | |
FR 1472 | 10:55 PM Madrid Barajas Airport | 1h25 | 11:20 PM Faro Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Saturday, September 5 | |||||
TP1023 · TP1901 | 6:35 AM Madrid Barajas Airport | 4h50 | 10:25 AM Faro Airport | 1 transfer | |
TP1023 · TP1905 | 6:35 AM Madrid Barajas Airport | 11h45 | 5:20 PM Faro Airport | 1 transfer | |
TP1023 · TP1907 | 6:35 AM Madrid Barajas Airport | 18h15 | 11:50 PM Faro Airport | 1 transfer | |
FR 1472 | 6:45 AM Madrid Barajas Airport | 1h25 | 7:10 AM Faro Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
BA7052+ BA512 | 7:00 AM Madrid Barajas Airport | 8h50 | 2:50 PM Faro Airport | 1 transfer | |
BA514+ BA7052 | 7:00 AM Madrid Barajas Airport | 11h50 | 5:50 PM Faro Airport | 1 transfer | |
BA510+ BA7052 | 7:00 AM Madrid Barajas Airport | 6h30 | 12:30 PM Faro Airport | 1 transfer | |
BA514+ BA3271 | 7:40 AM Madrid Barajas Airport | 11h10 | 5:50 PM Faro Airport | 1 transfer | |
BA516+ BA3271 | 7:40 AM Madrid Barajas Airport | 12h25 | 7:05 PM Faro Airport | 1 transfer | |
BA2662+ BA7060 | 8:05 AM Madrid Barajas Airport | 12h25 | 7:30 PM Faro Airport | 1 transfer | |
BA514+ BA7060 | 8:05 AM Madrid Barajas Airport | 10h45 | 5:50 PM Faro Airport | 1 transfer | |
BA516+ BA7060 | 8:05 AM Madrid Barajas Airport | 12h00 | 7:05 PM Faro Airport | 1 transfer | |
BA512+ BA7060 | 8:05 AM Madrid Barajas Airport | 7h45 | 2:50 PM Faro Airport | 1 transfer | |
BA7066+ BA2662 | 9:10 AM Madrid Barajas Airport | 11h20 | 7:30 PM Faro Airport | 1 transfer | |
BA512+ BA7066 | 9:10 AM Madrid Barajas Airport | 6h40 | 2:50 PM Faro Airport | 1 transfer | |
BA516+ BA7066 | 9:10 AM Madrid Barajas Airport | 10h55 | 7:05 PM Faro Airport | 1 transfer | |
BA514+ BA7066 | 9:10 AM Madrid Barajas Airport | 9h40 | 5:50 PM Faro Airport | 1 transfer | |
BA457 · BA516 | 10:35 AM Madrid Barajas Airport | 9h30 | 7:05 PM Faro Airport | 1 transfer | |
BA457 · BA514 | 10:35 AM Madrid Barajas Airport | 8h15 | 5:50 PM Faro Airport | 1 transfer | |
BA457+ BA2662 | 10:35 AM Madrid Barajas Airport | 9h55 | 7:30 PM Faro Airport | 1 transfer | |
TP1011 · TP1905 | 11:05 AM Madrid Barajas Airport | 7h15 | 5:20 PM Faro Airport | 1 transfer | |
TP1011 · TP1907 | 11:05 AM Madrid Barajas Airport | 13h45 | 11:50 PM Faro Airport | 1 transfer | |
TP1011 · TP1901 | 11:05 AM Madrid Barajas Airport | 24h20 | 10:25 AM Faro Airport | 1 transfer | |
BA516+ BA7056 | 1:25 PM Madrid Barajas Airport | 6h40 | 7:05 PM Faro Airport | 1 transfer | |
TP1013 · TP1905 | 1:40 PM Madrid Barajas Airport | 4h40 | 5:20 PM Faro Airport | 1 transfer | |
TP1013 · TP1901 | 1:40 PM Madrid Barajas Airport | 21h45 | 10:25 AM Faro Airport | 1 transfer | |
TP1013 · TP1907 | 1:40 PM Madrid Barajas Airport | 11h10 | 11:50 PM Faro Airport | 1 transfer | |
FR 9403 | 2:30 PM Madrid Barajas Airport | 1h25 | 2:55 PM Faro Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Main local museum presenting Albufeira's archaeology, Islamic heritage, and historic way of life in a central old-town setting.
Compact sacred art museum beside the old church, displaying religious pieces that help explain the town's devotional and artistic history.
Municipal gallery hosting rotating exhibitions by regional and visiting artists. A useful stop for current Algarve visual culture.
Albufeira's historic core of whitewashed lanes, terraces, and viewpoints. It is the best area for atmosphere, architecture, and easy wandering.
Scenic cliffside viewpoint above Peneco Beach with a broad coastal panorama, especially rewarding at sunset and during old-town walks.
Characterful seaside area known for natural freshwater springs, fishing roots, and a more local village feel than the main center.
Cataplana de Marisco is Algarve seafood stew cooked in a copper clam-shaped pan. It celebrates the coast with shellfish, herbs, and a rich aromatic broth.
Sardinhas Assadas are charcoal-grilled sardines, a staple of southern Portugal. Fresh fish, olive oil, and sea salt make this simple dish deeply local.
Arroz de Marisco is a soupy seafood rice packed with prawns, clams, and crab. It is prized in coastal Portugal for its intense shellfish flavor.
Well-known upscale venue focused on modern Portuguese cuisine and polished service. Good choice for a special dinner in Albufeira.
Refined seafood restaurant known for cataplana and fresh fish near the marina. Elegant but relaxed atmosphere with strong Algarve identity.
Established traditional restaurant in the old town serving grilled fish, seafood rice, and Portuguese classics in a warm local setting.
Moderate for the Algarve: summer stays rise, but dining is reasonable and local buses are low cost compared with many Western European beach resorts.
Tipping is optional. In restaurants, round up or leave 5-10% for good service. Taxis are usually rounded up. In cafes, small change is enough.
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Madrid to Albufeira 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 Albufeira, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Madrid to Albufeira flights use the Madrid Barajas Airport to Faro Airport airport pair. Use this guide to compare Madrid and Albufeira 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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