- Must visit
Galata Museo del Mare
Genoa’s major maritime museum with interactive exhibits on navigation, migration, and Mediterranean seafaring. A strong choice for understanding the city’s port identity.
Flights from Madrid to Genoa depart on average 41 times per day, taking around 3h 13m. Cheap flight tickets for this journey start at $78 (€64) but you can travel from only $65 (€52) by bus.
The earliest flight runs at 00:35, the last at 20:50. The fastest flight covers the 700 miles (1127 km) distance in 2h 15m. December is the cheapest month to fly.
Distance 700 miles (1127 km) |
Average flight duration 3h 13m |
Cheapest ticket price $78 (€64) |
Flights per day 41 |
Fastest flight 2h 15m |
First flight 12:35 AM |
Last flight 8:50 PM |
Cheapest Month Dec |
Cheapest Day Sat |
High Season Oct - Dec |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Wed |
Least Busy Day Thu |
Best time to book 21 days |
Cheapest price
$144
Average price
$542
Fastest journey
4 h 40 m
Average duration
4 h 56 m
Flights per day
87
Distance
1127 km
The best way to find a cheap flight ticket from Madrid to Genoa is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Madrid to Genoa will cost around $542 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $144.
It's difficult to get from Madrid to Genoa without transferring at least once.
FlixBus+
W46312
FlixBus+
W46312
UX1061+
Regionale TRENORD 80374+
Regionale Veloce 3041
UX1061+
Intercity 887+
Regionale TRENORD 80376
UX1061+
Intercity 689+
Regionale TRENORD 80370
AZ59 · AZ1383
UX3119 · UX3136
AZ63 · AZ1389
LH1805+
LH1892
LH4165+
LH6920Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Madrid to Genoa among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $65. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 3h 13m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the bus is your best bet as it emits only 1.1 - 2.8kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $65, and a flight costs an average of $78.
Distance: 700 miles (1127 km)
| Flight | Most popular Bus | Train | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$255 Average price | $131 Average price Cheapest | $235 Average price | $125 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
6h 13m Average total duration Fastest 3h 13m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 22h 58m Average total duration 22h 28m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 28h 21m Average total duration 27h 51m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 14h 34m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
3.4 - 6.8kg CO2 emissions | 1.1 - 2.8kg 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 Madrid to Genoa:
A bus is $104 (€85) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Madrid to Genoa costing on average $235 (€191).
A bus is $124 (€100) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Madrid to Genoa costing on average $255 (€207).
Other travel options to Genoa take longer:
Bus takes on average 22h 28m.
Train takes on average 27h 51m.
The table below shows live departures for Madrid to Genoa flights for today, Monday, June 15. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated flight journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
LH1121+ LH5636+ FlixBus | 5:55 AM Madrid Barajas Airport | 15h35 | 9:30 PM Genova, Via Fanti D'Italia | 2 transfers | |
LH1121+ LH5636+ FlixBus | 5:55 AM Madrid Barajas Airport | 15h35 | 9:30 PM Genova, Via Fanti D'Italia | 2 transfers | |
LH1121+ LH5636+ Regionale Veloce 3033+ Regionale TRENORD 80354 | 5:55 AM Madrid Barajas Airport | 12h23 | 6:18 PM Genoa Piazza Principe | 3 transfers | |
AF1401 · AF1504+ AF9830 | 6:00 AM Madrid Barajas Airport | 12h35 | 6:35 PM Genoa Airport | 2 transfers | |
KL1500 · KL1605+ KL3465 | 6:00 AM Madrid Barajas Airport | 12h35 | 6:35 PM Genoa Airport | 2 transfers | |
KL1500 · KL1603+ KL3465 | 6:00 AM Madrid Barajas Airport | 12h35 | 6:35 PM Genoa Airport | 2 transfers | |
AF1401 · AF1104+ AF9830 | 6:00 AM Madrid Barajas Airport | 12h35 | 6:35 PM Genoa Airport | 2 transfers | |
AF1401 · AF1730+ FlixBus | 6:00 AM Madrid Barajas Airport | 20h40 | 2:40 AM Genova, Via Fanti D'Italia | 2 transfers | |
KL1500 · KL1603+ KL3413 | 6:00 AM Madrid Barajas Airport | 16h50 | 10:50 PM Genoa Airport | 2 transfers | |
AF1401 · AF1104+ AF9789 | 6:00 AM Madrid Barajas Airport | 16h50 | 10:50 PM Genoa Airport | 2 transfers | |
KL1500 · KL1605+ KL3413 | 6:00 AM Madrid Barajas Airport | 16h50 | 10:50 PM Genoa Airport | 2 transfers | |
AF1401 · AF1504+ AF9789 | 6:00 AM Madrid Barajas Airport | 16h50 | 10:50 PM Genoa Airport | 2 transfers | |
AF1401 · AF1730+ Regionale TRENORD 80374+ Regionale Veloce 3041 | 6:00 AM Madrid Barajas Airport | 16h18 | 10:18 PM Genoa Piazza Principe | 3 transfers | |
AF1401 · AF1730+ Regionale TRENORD 80380+ Regionale Veloce 3045 | 6:00 AM Madrid Barajas Airport | 17h57 | 11:57 PM Genoa Piazza Principe | 3 transfers | |
KL1500 · KL1607+ KL3413 | 6:00 AM Madrid Barajas Airport | 16h50 | 10:50 PM Genoa Airport | 2 transfers | |
AF1401 · AF1304+ AF9789 | 6:00 AM Madrid Barajas Airport | 16h50 | 10:50 PM Genoa Airport | 2 transfers | |
LH4165+ LH9448+ FlixBus | 7:00 AM Madrid Barajas Airport | 14h30 | 9:30 PM Genova, Via Fanti D'Italia | 2 transfers | |
LH4165+ LH9448+ FlixBus | 7:00 AM Madrid Barajas Airport | 14h30 | 9:30 PM Genova, Via Fanti D'Italia | 2 transfers | |
LH4165+ LH6920 | 7:00 AM Madrid Barajas Airport | 5h35 | 12:35 PM Genoa Airport | 1 transfer | |
LH4165+ EN8274+ FlixBus | 7:00 AM Madrid Barajas Airport | 14h30 | 9:30 PM Genova, Via Fanti D'Italia | 2 transfers | |
UX1043 · UX3185 | 7:05 AM Madrid Barajas Airport | 11h30 | 6:35 PM Genoa Airport | 1 transfer | |
UX1043 · UX3136 | 7:05 AM Madrid Barajas Airport | 15h45 | 10:50 PM Genoa Airport | 1 transfer | |
IB671+ FlixBus | 7:30 AM Madrid Barajas Airport | 8h00 | 3:30 PM Genova, Via Fanti D'Italia | 1 transfer | |
IB671+ FlixBus | 7:30 AM Madrid Barajas Airport | 8h00 | 3:30 PM Genova, Via Fanti D'Italia | 1 transfer | |
UX1065+ Regionale TRENORD 80338+ Regionale Veloce 3025 | 7:40 AM Madrid Barajas Airport | 6h38 | 2:18 PM Genoa Piazza Principe | 2 transfers | |
BA7060+ BA586+ Regionale TRENORD 80380+ Regionale Veloce 3045 | 8:05 AM Madrid Barajas Airport | 15h52 | 11:57 PM Genoa Piazza Principe | 3 transfers | |
BA7060+ BA586+ FlixBus | 8:05 AM Madrid Barajas Airport | 18h35 | 2:40 AM Genova, Via Fanti D'Italia | 2 transfers | |
BA7060+ BA586+ Regionale TRENORD 382+ S1 TRENORD 10882 | 8:05 AM Madrid Barajas Airport | 15h52 | 11:57 PM Genoa Piazza Principe | 4 transfers | |
LH1123+ LH5636+ FlixBus | 8:25 AM Madrid Barajas Airport | 13h05 | 9:30 PM Genova, Via Fanti D'Italia | 2 transfers | |
LH1123+ LH5636+ FlixBus | 8:25 AM Madrid Barajas Airport | 13h05 | 9:30 PM Genova, Via Fanti D'Italia | 2 transfers | |
LH1123+ EN8810+ FlixBus | 8:25 AM Madrid Barajas Airport | 13h05 | 9:30 PM Genova, Via Fanti D'Italia | 2 transfers | |
BA7066+ BA586+ Regionale TRENORD 80380+ Regionale Veloce 3045 | 9:10 AM Madrid Barajas Airport | 14h47 | 11:57 PM Genoa Piazza Principe | 3 transfers | |
BA7066+ BA586+ FlixBus | 9:10 AM Madrid Barajas Airport | 17h30 | 2:40 AM Genova, Via Fanti D'Italia | 2 transfers | |
BA7066+ BA586+ Regionale TRENORD 80378+ Regionale TRENORD 2383 | 9:10 AM Madrid Barajas Airport | 14h47 | 11:57 PM Genoa Piazza Principe | 4 transfers | |
FlixBus+ W46312 | 9:55 AM Madrid Barajas Airport | 11h35 | 9:30 PM Genova, Via Fanti D'Italia | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus+ W46312 | 9:55 AM Madrid Barajas Airport | 11h35 | 9:30 PM Genova, Via Fanti D'Italia | 1 transfer | |
Regionale TRENORD 80348+ Intercity 641+ W46312 | 9:55 AM Madrid Barajas Airport | 6h49 | 4:44 PM Genoa Piazza Principe | 2 transfers | |
AF1001 · AF1730+ FlixBus | 10:05 AM Madrid Barajas Airport | 16h35 | 2:40 AM Genova, Via Fanti D'Italia | 2 transfers | |
AF1001 · AF1604+ AF9789 | 10:05 AM Madrid Barajas Airport | 12h45 | 10:50 PM Genoa Airport | 2 transfers | |
AF1001 · AF1304+ AF9789 | 10:05 AM Madrid Barajas Airport | 12h45 | 10:50 PM Genoa Airport | 2 transfers | |
AF1001 · AF1730+ Regionale TRENORD 80374+ Regionale Veloce 3041 | 10:05 AM Madrid Barajas Airport | 12h13 | 10:18 PM Genoa Piazza Principe | 3 transfers | |
AF1001 · AF1730+ Regionale TRENORD 80380+ Regionale Veloce 3045 | 10:05 AM Madrid Barajas Airport | 13h52 | 11:57 PM Genoa Piazza Principe | 3 transfers | |
KL1502 · KL1605+ KL3413 | 10:25 AM Madrid Barajas Airport | 12h25 | 10:50 PM Genoa Airport | 2 transfers | |
KL1502 · KL1605+ KL3465 | 10:25 AM Madrid Barajas Airport | 8h10 | 6:35 PM Genoa Airport | 2 transfers | |
KL1502 · KL1607+ KL3413 | 10:25 AM Madrid Barajas Airport | 12h25 | 10:50 PM Genoa Airport | 2 transfers | |
BA457 · BA586+ FlixBus | 10:35 AM Madrid Barajas Airport | 16h05 | 2:40 AM Genova, Via Fanti D'Italia | 2 transfers | |
BA457 · BA586+ Regionale TRENORD 382+ S1 TRENORD 10882 | 10:35 AM Madrid Barajas Airport | 13h22 | 11:57 PM Genoa Piazza Principe | 4 transfers | |
BA457 · BA586+ Regionale TRENORD 80380+ Regionale Veloce 3045 | 10:35 AM Madrid Barajas Airport | 13h22 | 11:57 PM Genoa Piazza Principe | 3 transfers | |
TP1011 · TP826+ Regionale TRENORD 80380+ Regionale Veloce 3045 | 11:05 AM Madrid Barajas Airport | 12h52 | 11:57 PM Genoa Piazza Principe | 3 transfers | |
TP1011 · TP824+ Regionale TRENORD 80374+ Regionale Veloce 3041 | 11:05 AM Madrid Barajas Airport | 11h13 | 10:18 PM Genoa Piazza Principe | 3 transfers | |
TP1011 · TP824+ Intercity 685+ Regionale TRENORD 80366 | 11:05 AM Madrid Barajas Airport | 9h39 | 8:44 PM Genoa Piazza Principe | 3 transfers | |
IB673+ FlixBus | 11:25 AM Madrid Barajas Airport | 10h05 | 9:30 PM Genova, Via Fanti D'Italia | 1 transfer | |
IB673+ FlixBus | 11:25 AM Madrid Barajas Airport | 10h05 | 9:30 PM Genova, Via Fanti D'Italia | 1 transfer | |
IB673+ Regionale Veloce 3033+ Regionale TRENORD 80354 | 11:25 AM Madrid Barajas Airport | 6h53 | 6:18 PM Genoa Piazza Principe | 2 transfers | |
AZ61 · AZ1389 | 11:35 AM Madrid Barajas Airport | 11h15 | 10:50 PM Genoa Airport | 1 transfer | |
UX3117 · UX3185 | 11:35 AM Madrid Barajas Airport | 7h00 | 6:35 PM Genoa Airport | 1 transfer | |
UX3117 · UX3136 | 11:35 AM Madrid Barajas Airport | 11h15 | 10:50 PM Genoa Airport | 1 transfer | |
LH1801+ LH5186 · LH5100 | 11:50 AM Madrid Barajas Airport | 11h00 | 10:50 PM Genoa Airport | 2 transfers | |
LH1801+ LH4166+ LH5100 | 11:50 AM Madrid Barajas Airport | 11h00 | 10:50 PM Genoa Airport | 2 transfers | |
LH1801 · LH1856+ FlixBus | 11:50 AM Madrid Barajas Airport | 9h40 | 9:30 PM Genova, Via Fanti D'Italia | 2 transfers | |
LH1801 · LH1856+ FlixBus | 11:50 AM Madrid Barajas Airport | 9h40 | 9:30 PM Genova, Via Fanti D'Italia | 2 transfers | |
LH1801 · LH1856+ FlixBus | 11:50 AM Madrid Barajas Airport | 14h50 | 2:40 AM Genova, Via Fanti D'Italia | 2 transfers | |
BA459 · BA586+ FlixBus | 12:10 PM Madrid Barajas Airport | 14h30 | 2:40 AM Genova, Via Fanti D'Italia | 2 transfers | |
BA459 · BA586+ Regionale TRENORD 80380+ Regionale Veloce 3045 | 12:10 PM Madrid Barajas Airport | 11h47 | 11:57 PM Genoa Piazza Principe | 3 transfers | |
BA459 · BA586+ Regionale TRENORD 80378+ Regionale TRENORD 2383 | 12:10 PM Madrid Barajas Airport | 11h47 | 11:57 PM Genoa Piazza Principe | 4 transfers | |
AF1301 · AF1730+ FlixBus | 12:20 PM Madrid Barajas Airport | 14h20 | 2:40 AM Genova, Via Fanti D'Italia | 2 transfers | |
AF1301 · AF1604+ AF9789 | 12:20 PM Madrid Barajas Airport | 10h30 | 10:50 PM Genoa Airport | 2 transfers | |
AF1301 · AF1730+ Regionale TRENORD 80380+ Regionale Veloce 3045 | 12:20 PM Madrid Barajas Airport | 11h37 | 11:57 PM Genoa Piazza Principe | 3 transfers | |
AF1301 · AF1730+ Regionale Veloce 3041+ Regionale TRENORD 80374 | 12:20 PM Madrid Barajas Airport | 9h58 | 10:18 PM Genoa Piazza Principe | 3 transfers | |
AF1301+ AF9789+ AF1404 | 12:20 PM Madrid Barajas Airport | 10h30 | 10:50 PM Genoa Airport | 2 transfers | |
SN3722 · SN3159+ FlixBus | 12:40 PM Madrid Barajas Airport | 14h00 | 2:40 AM Genova, Via Fanti D'Italia | 2 transfers | |
UX1063+ Regionale Veloce 3037+ Regionale TRENORD 80362 | 12:50 PM Madrid Barajas Airport | 7h28 | 8:18 PM Genoa Piazza Principe | 2 transfers | |
UX1063+ Intercity 685+ Regionale TRENORD 80366 | 12:50 PM Madrid Barajas Airport | 7h54 | 8:44 PM Genoa Piazza Principe | 2 transfers | |
UX1063+ Intercity 679+ Regionale TRENORD 80360 | 12:50 PM Madrid Barajas Airport | 6h54 | 7:44 PM Genoa Piazza Principe | 2 transfers | |
KL1504 · KL1607+ KL3413 | 1:05 PM Madrid Barajas Airport | 9h45 | 10:50 PM Genoa Airport | 2 transfers | |
UX1041 · UX3136 | 1:20 PM Madrid Barajas Airport | 9h30 | 10:50 PM Genoa Airport | 1 transfer | |
UX1041 · UX3185 | 1:20 PM Madrid Barajas Airport | 5h15 | 6:35 PM Genoa Airport | 1 transfer | |
LH1113 · LH256+ FlixBus | 1:25 PM Madrid Barajas Airport | 13h15 | 2:40 AM Genova, Via Fanti D'Italia | 2 transfers | |
LH1113 · LH256+ Regionale TRENORD 2383 · Regionale Veloce 3045 | 1:25 PM Madrid Barajas Airport | 10h32 | 11:57 PM Genoa Piazza Principe | 4 transfers | |
LH1113 · LH256+ Regionale Veloce 3045+ Regionale TRENORD 80380 | 1:25 PM Madrid Barajas Airport | 10h32 | 11:57 PM Genoa Piazza Principe | 3 transfers | |
LH4163+ LH5186 · LH5100 | 2:55 PM Madrid Barajas Airport | 7h55 | 10:50 PM Genoa Airport | 2 transfers | |
UX1047 · UX3136 | 3:00 PM Madrid Barajas Airport | 7h50 | 10:50 PM Genoa Airport | 1 transfer | |
UX1061+ Regionale TRENORD 80380+ Regionale Veloce 3045 | 3:10 PM Madrid Barajas Airport | 8h47 | 11:57 PM Genoa Piazza Principe | 2 transfers | |
UX1061+ Intercity 689+ Regionale TRENORD 80370 | 3:10 PM Madrid Barajas Airport | 6h34 | 9:44 PM Genoa Piazza Principe | 2 transfers | |
UX1061+ Regionale Veloce 3041+ Regionale TRENORD 80374 | 3:10 PM Madrid Barajas Airport | 7h08 | 10:18 PM Genoa Piazza Principe | 2 transfers | |
IB675+ FlixBus | 4:00 PM Madrid Barajas Airport | 10h40 | 2:40 AM Genova, Via Fanti D'Italia | 1 transfer | |
IB675+ Regionale TRENORD 80380+ Regionale Veloce 3045 | 4:00 PM Madrid Barajas Airport | 7h57 | 11:57 PM Genoa Piazza Principe | 2 transfers | |
IB675+ Intercity 687+ Regionale TRENORD 80376 | 4:00 PM Madrid Barajas Airport | 6h44 | 10:44 PM Genoa Piazza Principe | 2 transfers | |
Regionale TRENORD 382+ S1 TRENORD 10882 · Regionale Veloce 3045+ W46314 | 4:50 PM Madrid Barajas Airport | 7h07 | 11:57 PM Genoa Piazza Principe | 3 transfers | |
FlixBus+ W46314 | 4:50 PM Madrid Barajas Airport | 9h50 | 2:40 AM Genova, Via Fanti D'Italia | 1 transfer | |
Regionale TRENORD 80380+ Regionale Veloce 3045+ W46314 | 4:50 PM Madrid Barajas Airport | 7h07 | 11:57 PM Genoa Piazza Principe | 2 transfers | |
KL1506+ KL1645 | 5:20 PM Madrid Barajas Airport | 20h15 | 1:35 PM Genoa Airport | 1 transfer | |
UX3119 · UX3136 | 6:05 PM Madrid Barajas Airport | 4h45 | 10:50 PM Genoa Airport | 1 transfer | |
V71817 | 6:20 PM Madrid Barajas Airport | 2h15 | 8:35 PM Genoa Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
LH1805+ LH1892 | 6:25 PM Madrid Barajas Airport | 4h55 | 11:20 PM Genoa Airport | 1 transfer | |
KL1508+ KL1645 | 8:30 PM Madrid Barajas Airport | 17h05 | 1:35 PM Genoa Airport | 1 transfer | |
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Genoa’s major maritime museum with interactive exhibits on navigation, migration, and Mediterranean seafaring. A strong choice for understanding the city’s port identity.
One of the Strade Nuove museums, displaying paintings, decorative arts, and historic interiors inside a UNESCO-listed palace.
Historic ducal palace hosting major temporary art exhibitions, cultural events, and public programs in the city center. Worth checking for current shows.
Genoa’s signature historic street lined with Rolli palaces, museums, and refined facades. Essential for architecture and photography.
Picturesque former fishing village with pastel houses and a small bay, especially popular for sunsets and social media photos.
The city’s main square, known for its monumental fountain and position between the historic center and modern commercial Genoa.
The city’s signature basil sauce made with Genovese basil, pine nuts, garlic, Parmigiano Reggiano, Pecorino, and olive oil. It is the most iconic flavor of Genova and traditionally served with local,
Hand-rolled Ligurian pasta traditionally paired with pesto. It is one of the most classic Genovese dishes and often includes potatoes and green beans in the same plate.
A local long pasta served with pesto, potatoes, and green beans. This is a beloved home-style Genovese preparation that shows the region’s simple but deeply aromatic cooking.
Popular central trattoria serving polished versions of Genoese and Ligurian classics, including pesto dishes and seafood, in a welcoming setting.
Well-known traditional osteria near the old port, appreciated for classic Ligurian seafood dishes and a lively, rustic setting.
Long-established local favorite known for farinata and other rustic Ligurian specialties. Informal, historic atmosphere in the old town.
Moderate by Italian standards. Food and coffee are reasonable, while hotels in central areas can cost more in peak season.
Service is often included or covered by a coperto. Tipping is not required, but rounding up or leaving 5-10% for good service is appreciated. Taxis are usually rounded up.
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Genoa Cristoforo Colombo Airport, Genova -> Genova Piazza Principe
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Madrid to Genoa 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 Genoa, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

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