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Museo Nacional del Prado
Madrid’s premier art museum, famed for masterpieces by Velázquez, Goya, El Greco, Rubens, and Bosch. A cornerstone of the city’s Golden Triangle of Art.
Flights from Salou to Madrid depart on average 29 times per day, taking around 1h 59m. Cheap flight tickets for this journey start at $32 (€26) but you can travel from only $28 (€22) by train.
There are 9 flights per day. The earliest flight runs at 05:45, the last at 23:45. The fastest flight covers the 257 miles (415 km) distance in 1h 20m. December is the cheapest month to fly.
Distance 257 miles (415 km) |
Average flight duration 1h 59m |
Cheapest ticket price $32 (€26) |
Flights per day 29 |
Direct flights 9 |
Fastest flight 1h 20m |
First flight 5:45 AM |
Last flight 11:45 PM |
Cheapest Month Dec |
Cheapest Day Sat |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Tue |
Least Busy Day Fri |
Best time to book 56 days |
Cheapest price
$154
Average price
$598
Fastest journey
1 h 25 m
Average duration
1 h 25 m
Flights per day
31
Distance
415 km
The best way to find a cheap flight ticket from Salou to Madrid is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Salou to Madrid will cost around $598 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $154.
Of the 31 flights that leave Salou for Madrid onThu, May 28, 11 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Thu, May 28 the direct flights cover the 415 km distance in an average of 1 h 25 m but if you time it right, some flights will get you there in just 1 h 25 m .
On Thu, May 28 the longest flights will take 1 h 25 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.
IB412
IB410
IB408
UX7706
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IB418
IB420
IB412
IB408Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Salou to Madrid among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from $28. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 59m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.4kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of $28, and a flight costs an average of $32.
Distance: 257 miles (415 km)
| Flight | Most popular Train | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$134 Average price | $58 Average price Cheapest | $104 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
4h 59m Average total duration Fastest 1h 59m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 4h 20m Average total duration 3h 50m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 47m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
1.2 - 2.5kg CO2 emissions | 0.1 - 0.4kg CO2 emissions Lowest | - CO2 emissions |
![]() Most popular airline | ![]() Most popular train 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 Salou to Madrid:
A train is $75 (€61) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Salou to Madrid costing on average $134 (€108).
Other travel options to Madrid take longer:
Train takes on average 3h 50m.
Bus takes on average 6h 58m.
The table below shows live departures for Salou to Madrid flights for today, Wednesday, May 27. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated flight journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
UX6073 · UX6096 | 6:45 PM Barcelona El Prat Airport | 3h50 | 10:35 PM Madrid Barajas Airport | 1 transfer | |
IB422 | 8:05 PM Barcelona El Prat Airport | 1h25 | 9:30 PM Madrid Barajas Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
AT961 · AT970 | 8:10 PM Barcelona El Prat Airport | 23h00 | 7:10 PM Madrid Barajas Airport | 1 transfer | |
AT961 · AT972 | 8:10 PM Barcelona El Prat Airport | 16h25 | 12:35 PM Madrid Barajas Airport | 1 transfer | |
AT961 · AT5448 | 8:10 PM Barcelona El Prat Airport | 19h10 | 3:20 PM Madrid Barajas Airport | 1 transfer | |
UX7708 | 8:30 PM Barcelona El Prat Airport | 1h30 | 10:00 PM Madrid Barajas Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
UX3644 · UX3641 | 8:35 PM Barcelona El Prat Airport | 21h25 | 6:00 PM Madrid Barajas Airport | 1 transfer | |
IB424 | 9:10 PM Barcelona El Prat Airport | 1h25 | 10:35 PM Madrid Barajas Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Thursday, May 28 | |||||
LX1951+ LX1102+ LH1804 | 6:00 AM Barcelona El Prat Airport | 11h40 | 5:40 PM Madrid Barajas Airport | 2 transfers | |
LH1819+ LX1103+ LX2032 | 7:55 AM Barcelona El Prat Airport | 10h45 | 6:40 PM Madrid Barajas Airport | 2 transfers | |
LH1137 · LH1190+ LX2032 | 8:00 AM Barcelona El Prat Airport | 10h40 | 6:40 PM Madrid Barajas Airport | 2 transfers | |
LH1137 · LH1188+ LX2032 | 8:00 AM Barcelona El Prat Airport | 10h40 | 6:40 PM Madrid Barajas Airport | 2 transfers | |
UX6007 · UX6030 | 8:40 AM Barcelona El Prat Airport | 3h25 | 12:05 PM Madrid Barajas Airport | 1 transfer | |
UX6007 · UX6048 | 8:40 AM Barcelona El Prat Airport | 5h10 | 1:50 PM Madrid Barajas Airport | 1 transfer | |
UX6007 · UX6096 | 8:40 AM Barcelona El Prat Airport | 13h55 | 10:35 PM Madrid Barajas Airport | 1 transfer | |
IB404 | 9:15 AM Barcelona El Prat Airport | 1h25 | 10:40 AM Madrid Barajas Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
IB406 | 9:45 AM Barcelona El Prat Airport | 1h25 | 11:10 AM Madrid Barajas Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
IB408 | 10:35 AM Barcelona El Prat Airport | 1h25 | 12:00 PM Madrid Barajas Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
UX7706 | 11:50 AM Barcelona El Prat Airport | 1h30 | 1:20 PM Madrid Barajas Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
UX6037 · UX6096 | 11:55 AM Barcelona El Prat Airport | 10h40 | 10:35 PM Madrid Barajas Airport | 1 transfer | |
IB410 | 12:30 PM Barcelona El Prat Airport | 1h25 | 1:55 PM Madrid Barajas Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
IB412 | 1:35 PM Barcelona El Prat Airport | 1h25 | 3:00 PM Madrid Barajas Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
AT965 · AT970 | 1:45 PM Barcelona El Prat Airport | 5h25 | 7:10 PM Madrid Barajas Airport | 1 transfer | |
UX6071 · UX6096 | 3:30 PM Barcelona El Prat Airport | 7h05 | 10:35 PM Madrid Barajas Airport | 1 transfer | |
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Madrid’s premier art museum, famed for masterpieces by Velázquez, Goya, El Greco, Rubens, and Bosch. A cornerstone of the city’s Golden Triangle of Art.
Spain’s national museum of 20th-century and contemporary art, best known for Picasso’s Guernica and strong collections by Dalí and Miró.
A major art museum spanning Old Masters to modern works, complementing the Prado and Reina Sofía with an exceptionally broad private collection.
Madrid’s grand historic square, lined with arcades and elegant façades, and a classic starting point for exploring the old center.
The symbolic heart of Madrid, known for Kilometer Zero, the clock tower, and constant energy day and night.
Madrid’s most famous park, ideal for walks, boating, monuments, gardens, and popular photo spots such as the Crystal Palace area.
Madrid’s signature chickpea stew, served in courses with broth, vegetables, and assorted meats. It is one of the city’s most traditional comfort dishes.
A classic Madrid sandwich of fried squid rings in crusty bread, especially associated with bars around Plaza Mayor. It is simple, iconic, and widely loved.
A rich stew of tripe, chorizo, and morcilla cooked with paprika. It is a historic Madrid tavern dish with bold, hearty flavors.
Historic restaurant founded in the eighteenth century, famous for roast meats and classic Castilian cooking in an atmospheric old setting.
Legendary traditional restaurant best known for huevos rotos, with a polished yet classic tavern feel and strong local reputation.
Iconic spot for churros con chocolate, open long hours and known for a lively, historic atmosphere near the city center.
Moderate for Western Europe. Museums and transport are reasonable, while central hotels and fine dining cost more.
Service is usually included. Round up or leave EUR 1-2 in cafés; 5-10% in restaurants for very good service. Taxis are often rounded up, but tipping is not obligatory.
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