- Must visit
Museo del Prado
World-class art museum with masterpieces by Velázquez, Goya, and Bosch; essential for Spanish and European painting.
Flights from Tarragona to Madrid depart on average 39 times per day, taking around 2h 30m. Cheap flight tickets for this journey start at kr280 but you can travel from only kr58 by bus.
There are 11 flights per day. The earliest flight runs at 05:45, the last at 23:45. The fastest flight covers the 263 miles (424 km) distance in 1h 15m. October is the cheapest month to fly.
Distance 263 miles (424 km) |
Average flight duration 2h 30m |
Cheapest ticket price kr280 |
Flights per day 39 |
Direct flights 11 |
Fastest flight 1h 15m |
First flight 5:45 AM |
Last flight 11:45 PM |
Cheapest Month Oct |
Cheapest Day Sat |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Thu |
Least Busy Day Sun |
Best time to book 35 days |
Cheapest price on Sep 18
kr1572
Average ticket price on Sep 18
kr3638
Fastest journey on Sep 18
1 h 25 m
Average journey duration on Sep 18
1 h 25 m
Flights on Sep 18
28
Distance
424 km
The best way to find a cheap flight ticket from Tarragona to Madrid is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Tarragona to Madrid will cost around kr3638 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only kr1572.
On Fri, Sep 18, we found 28 flights from Tarragona to Madrid, including 11 direct services.
On Fri, Sep 18 the direct flights cover the 424 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 Fri, Sep 18 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.
UX6103 · UX6904
UX6103 · UX6096
UX6103 · UX6078
AT1669 · AT1632
UX7708
IB408
IB428
IB414
IB412
IB424Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Tarragona to Madrid among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of kr335 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 3h 49m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.1 - 0.4kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of kr335, while a flight costs an average of kr2694.
Distance: 263 miles (424 km)
| Flight | Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
kr2694 Average price | kr727 Average price | kr335 Average price Cheapest | kr1043 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
4h 30m Average total duration 2h 30m Onboard + 2h 0m Additional time* | 3h 49m Average total duration Fastest 3h 19m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 7h 47m Average total duration 7h 17m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 41m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
1.3 - 2.5kg CO2 emissions | 0.1 - 0.4kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.4 - 1.1kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
![]() Most popular airline | ![]() Most popular train company | ![]() Most popular bus company | Your own car or car rental |
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 Tarragona to Madrid:
A bus is kr391 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Tarragona to Madrid costing on average kr727.
A bus is kr2359 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Tarragona to Madrid costing on average kr2694.
Other travel options to Madrid take longer:
Train takes on average 3h 19m.
Bus takes on average 7h 17m.
The table below shows live departures for Tarragona to Madrid flights for today, Thursday, September 17. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated flight journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
LH1133 · LH1122 | 5:10 PM Barcelona El Prat Airport | 6h30 | 11:40 PM Madrid Barajas Airport | 1 transfer | |
LH1817 · LH1800 | 6:40 PM Barcelona El Prat Airport | 16h25 | 11:05 AM Madrid Barajas Airport | 1 transfer | |
UX6073 · UX6012 | 6:45 PM Barcelona El Prat Airport | 14h40 | 9:25 AM Madrid Barajas Airport | 1 transfer | |
UX6073 · UX6096 | 6:45 PM Barcelona El Prat Airport | 3h50 | 10:35 PM Madrid Barajas Airport | 1 transfer | |
LH1135 · LH1116 | 7:00 PM Barcelona El Prat Airport | 16h20 | 11:20 AM Madrid Barajas Airport | 1 transfer | |
LH1135 · LH1112 | 7:00 PM Barcelona El Prat Airport | 17h20 | 12:20 PM Madrid Barajas Airport | 1 transfer | |
LX1957+ LX2020 | 8:00 PM Barcelona El Prat Airport | 13h20 | 9:20 AM Madrid Barajas Airport | 1 transfer | |
LX1957+ LX1068+ LH1112 | 8:00 PM Barcelona El Prat Airport | 16h20 | 12:20 PM Madrid Barajas Airport | 2 transfers | |
LX1957 · LX786+ SN3721 | 8:00 PM Barcelona El Prat Airport | 15h50 | 11:50 AM Madrid Barajas Airport | 2 transfers | |
AT961 · AT5448 | 8:10 PM Barcelona El Prat Airport | 19h10 | 3:20 PM Madrid Barajas Airport | 1 transfer | |
AT961 · AT5303 | 8:10 PM Barcelona El Prat Airport | 24h30 | 8:40 PM Madrid Barajas Airport | 1 transfer | |
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 | |
UX7708 | 8:30 PM Barcelona El Prat Airport | 1h25 | 9:55 PM Madrid Barajas Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
SN3706+ SN3721 | 9:20 PM Barcelona El Prat Airport | 14h30 | 11:50 AM Madrid Barajas Airport | 1 transfer | |
UX6103 · UX6012 | 10:00 PM Barcelona El Prat Airport | 11h25 | 9:25 AM Madrid Barajas Airport | 1 transfer | |
UX6103 · UX6030 | 10:00 PM Barcelona El Prat Airport | 14h05 | 12:05 PM Madrid Barajas Airport | 1 transfer | |
UX6103 · UX6048 | 10:00 PM Barcelona El Prat Airport | 15h50 | 1:50 PM Madrid Barajas Airport | 1 transfer | |
UX6103 · UX6078 | 10:00 PM Barcelona El Prat Airport | 22h45 | 8:45 PM Madrid Barajas Airport | 1 transfer | |
UX6103 · UX6066 | 10:00 PM Barcelona El Prat Airport | 20h10 | 6:10 PM Madrid Barajas Airport | 1 transfer | |
SN3708 · SN3721 | 5:35 AM Barcelona El Prat Airport | 6h15 | 11:50 AM Madrid Barajas Airport | 1 transfer | |
IB426 | 7:00 AM Barcelona El Prat Airport | 1h25 | 8:25 AM Madrid Barajas Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
IB428 | 8:00 AM Barcelona El Prat Airport | 1h25 | 9:25 AM Madrid Barajas Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
UX6007 · UX6078 | 8:40 AM Barcelona El Prat Airport | 12h05 | 8:45 PM Madrid Barajas Airport | 1 transfer | |
IB404 | 9:15 AM Barcelona El Prat Airport | 1h25 | 10:40 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 | |
IB410 | 12:30 PM Barcelona El Prat Airport | 1h25 | 1:55 PM Madrid Barajas Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
LH1127 · LH1120 | 12:50 PM Barcelona El Prat Airport | 7h00 | 7:50 PM Madrid Barajas Airport | 1 transfer | |
IB412 | 1:35 PM Barcelona El Prat Airport | 1h25 | 3:00 PM Madrid Barajas Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
LH1129 · LH1120 | 1:40 PM Barcelona El Prat Airport | 6h10 | 7:50 PM Madrid Barajas Airport | 1 transfer | |
AT965 · AT5303 | 1:45 PM Barcelona El Prat Airport | 6h55 | 8:40 PM Madrid Barajas Airport | 1 transfer | |
AT965 · AT970 | 1:45 PM Barcelona El Prat Airport | 5h25 | 7:10 PM Madrid Barajas Airport | 1 transfer | |
IB414 | 2:50 PM Barcelona El Prat Airport | 1h25 | 4:15 PM Madrid Barajas Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
UX6071 · UX6078 | 3:30 PM Barcelona El Prat Airport | 5h15 | 8:45 PM Madrid Barajas Airport | 1 transfer | |
LH1131 · LH1122 | 4:20 PM Barcelona El Prat Airport | 7h20 | 11:40 PM Madrid Barajas Airport | 1 transfer | |
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Most Tarragona to Madrid flights use the Barcelona El Prat Airport to Madrid Barajas Airport airport pair. Use this guide to compare Tarragona 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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