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Museo de Pontevedra
Main provincial museum complex with archaeology, art, and history collections across several historic buildings in the old town.
The best way to find a cheap flight ticket from Madrid to Pontevedra is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Madrid to Pontevedra will cost around $310 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $97.
On Thu, Nov 05, we found 16 flights from Madrid to Pontevedra, including 8 direct services.
On Thu, Nov 05 the direct flights cover the 469 km distance in an average of 1 h 14 m but if you time it right, some flights will get you there in just 1 h 10 m .
On Thu, Nov 05 the longest flights will take 1 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.
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Flights from Madrid to Pontevedra depart on average 10 times per day, taking around 1h 23m. Cheap flight tickets for this journey start at $32 (€27) but you can travel from only $23 (€19) by train.
There are 10 flights per day. The earliest flight runs at 06:30, the last at 23:50. The fastest flight covers the 291 miles (469 km) distance in 1h 5m. November is the cheapest month to fly.
Distance 291 miles (469 km) |
Average flight duration 1h 23m |
Cheapest ticket price $32 (€27) |
Flights per day 10 |
Direct flights 10 |
Fastest flight 1h 5m |
First flight 6:30 AM |
Last flight 11:50 PM |
Cheapest Month Nov |
Cheapest Day Sun |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Tue |
Least Busy Day Sun |
Best time to book 63 days |
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The table below shows live departures for Madrid to Pontevedra flights for today, Wednesday, November 4. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated flight journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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UX7308 | 6:30 AM Madrid Barajas Airport | 1h10 | 7:40 AM Vigo Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
IB1127 | 7:10 AM Madrid Barajas Airport | 1h20 | 8:30 AM Vigo Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
IB1047 | 7:15 AM Madrid Barajas Airport | 1h25 | 8:40 AM Santiago de Compostela Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
VY1007 · VY1632 | 9:35 AM Madrid Barajas Airport | 13h25 | 11:00 PM Santiago de Compostela Airport | 1 transfer | |
VY1011 · VY1632 | 10:10 AM Madrid Barajas Airport | 12h50 | 11:00 PM Santiago de Compostela Airport | 1 transfer | |
UX7302 | 10:40 AM Madrid Barajas Airport | 1h10 | 11:50 AM Vigo Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
IB1135 | 11:25 AM Madrid Barajas Airport | 1h25 | 12:50 PM Santiago de Compostela Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
IB467 | 11:30 AM Madrid Barajas Airport | 1h20 | 12:50 PM Vigo Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
UX7300 | 2:50 PM Madrid Barajas Airport | 1h15 | 4:05 PM Vigo Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
IB1131 | 3:45 PM Madrid Barajas Airport | 1h20 | 5:05 PM Vigo Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
UX7306 | 7:10 PM Madrid Barajas Airport | 1h10 | 8:20 PM Vigo Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
IB473 | 10:15 PM Madrid Barajas Airport | 1h20 | 11:35 PM Vigo Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Main provincial museum complex with archaeology, art, and history collections across several historic buildings in the old town.
Museum building displaying archaeology, medieval art, and part of the Museo de Pontevedra's permanent collection.
Historic mansion of the museum complex, featuring Galician art, decorative pieces, and period architecture worth seeing.
Major old-town square lined with historic arcades and cafés, long considered the social heart of Pontevedra.
Central plaza with the shell-shaped Peregrina church, lively pedestrian life, and strong links to the Portuguese Way.
Historic riverside promenade and park by the Lérez, popular for walking, cycling, and views of the bridges and estuary.
Tender octopus, usually boiled and served with olive oil, paprika and salt. A Galician classic found across Pontevedra bars and festas.
Large oysters from the nearby Ría de Pontevedra, prized for their clean, briny taste. A signature local shellfish eaten very fresh.
Steamed or boiled mussels from the Galician estuaries, often served simply with lemon or vinaigrette. Local aquaculture makes them especially famous.
Michelin-starred fine dining known for creative Galician tasting menus and elegant service in central Pontevedra.
Traditional seafood restaurant celebrated for shellfish, fish and classic Galician cooking in a polished but approachable setting.
Historic market-focused tavern near the old town, popular for oysters, local seafood and a lively, casual atmosphere.
Moderate for Spain. Dining is reasonable, local transit is low cost, and hotels often cost less than larger tourist cities, though summer and old-town stays can be higher.
Tipping is modest. Restaurants often round up or leave 5-10% for great service; cafés and taxis usually just round up.
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Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Madrid to Pontevedra 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 Pontevedra, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

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