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Museo del Prado
World-class art museum with masterpieces by Velázquez, Goya, and Bosch; essential for Spanish and European painting.
Flights from Mérida to Madrid depart on average 2 times per day, taking around 1h 14m. Cheap flight tickets for this journey start at $60 (€49) but you can travel from only $25 (€21) by train.
There are 2 flights per day. The earliest flight runs at 07:30, the last at 19:55. The fastest flight covers the 174 miles (281 km) distance in 1h 5m. November is the cheapest month to fly.
Distance 174 miles (281 km) |
Average flight duration 1h 14m |
Cheapest ticket price $60 (€49) |
Flights per day 2 |
Direct flights 2 |
Fastest flight 1h 5m |
First flight 7:30 AM |
Last flight 7:55 PM |
Cheapest Month Nov |
Cheapest Day Mon |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Tue |
Least Busy Day Sun |
Best time to book 84 days |
Cheapest price
$93
Average price
$96
Fastest journey
1 h 15 m
Average duration
1 h 17 m
Flights per day
3
Distance
281 km
The best way to find a cheap flight ticket from Mérida to Madrid is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Mérida to Madrid will cost around $96 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $93.
Of the 3 flights that leave Mérida for Madrid onWed, Jul 22, 3 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Wed, Jul 22 the direct flights cover the 281 km distance in an average of 1 h 17 m but if you time it right, some flights will get you there in just 1 h 15 m .
On Wed, Jul 22 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.






Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Mérida to Madrid among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from $25. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 14m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.3kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of $25, and a flight costs an average of $60.
Distance: 174 miles (281 km)
| Flight | Most popular Train | Bus |
|---|---|---|
$101 Average price | $42 Average price Cheapest | $54 Average price |
4h 14m Average total duration Fastest 1h 14m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 4h 45m Average total duration 4h 15m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 56m Average total duration 4h 26m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.8 - 1.7kg CO2 emissions | 0.1 - 0.3kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.3 - 0.7kg CO2 emissions |
![]() Most popular airline | ![]() Most popular train company | ![]() Most popular bus company |
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 Mérida to Madrid:
A train is $12 (€10) less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Mérida to Madrid costing on average $54 (€44).
A train is $59 (€49) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Mérida to Madrid costing on average $101 (€83).
Other travel options to Madrid take longer:
Train takes on average 4h 15m.
Bus takes on average 4h 26m.
The table below shows live departures for Mérida to Madrid flights for today, Tuesday, July 21. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated flight journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
IB2333 | 7:45 PM Badajoz Airport | 1h15 | 9:00 PM Madrid Barajas Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Wednesday, July 22 | |||||
![]() | 8:35 AM Mérida | 1h15 | 9:50 AM Madrid | 0 transfersDirect | |
This is the last flight of the day. | |||||
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Adolfo Suárez Madrid-Barajas Airport -> Plaza de España
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Most Mérida to Madrid flights use the Badajoz Airport to Madrid Barajas Airport airport pair. Use this guide to compare Mérida and Madrid 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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