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Flights from London to Madrid

Nonstop flights from London (LHR) to Madrid (MAD) take about 2h 3m (1,244 km). Iberia, British Airways and Vueling fly it. Lowest fare seen: $65 one-way, nonstop (12 Oct 2026).

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Airlines flying London to Madrid

Carriers on LHR–MAD according to our route data and nonstop fares seen as of 12 Oct 2026. Not a complete list.

✈ Iberianonstop fare seen✈ British Airwaysnonstop fare seen✈ Vuelingnonstop fare seen

London to Madrid fares by month

Cheapest month seen for a nonstop flight: Nov 2026, from $21 one-way. Lowest one-way fares seen for departures in each month, read 15 Oct 2026.

DepartingNonstop fromCheaper with stops
Oct 2026$2431 Oct 2026—
Nov 2026$2124 Nov 2026—
Dec 2026$264 Dec 2026—
Jan 2027$2823 Jan 2027—
Apr 2027$3521 Apr 2027—
May 2027$453 May 2027—
Jun 2027$625 Jun 2027—

From Travelpayouts flight-search data, city to city (London to Madrid, any airport), USD, read 15 Oct 2026. These are fares that were on sale, not a guarantee of today's price; an airline is named only where we know it flies this route.

Best time to fly to Madrid

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Spain is a great destination year-round. Check local weather patterns before booking and consider shoulder seasons for lower prices and fewer crowds.

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Frequently asked questions — London to Madrid flights

How long is the flight from London to Madrid?
A nonstop flight from London (LHR) to Madrid (MAD) takes about 2h 3m, covering 1,244 km. That is an estimate from the distance — actual time varies with the airline, aircraft and winds, and connecting itineraries take longer.
How far is London from Madrid by air?
The great-circle distance between London Heathrow Airport and Adolfo Suárez Madrid–Barajas Airport is 1,244 km (773 miles), a medium-haul route.
Which airlines fly from London to Madrid?
Airlines with flights or nonstop fares on the LHR–MAD route include Iberia, British Airways and Vueling. This is not a complete list — schedules change by season, so check the current options before booking.
How much does a flight from London to Madrid cost?
The lowest one-way fare seen recently on LHR–MAD was $65 USD with Iberia (nonstop), departing 31 Oct 2026, found in fare searches as of 12 Oct 2026. Fares change constantly and depend on the date, so check the current price before booking.
Do I need a visa to travel from UK to Spain?
It depends on your passport. Some nationalities can enter Spain visa-free or get a visa on arrival; others must apply in advance. Use AirConnect's Visa Checker to see the rules for your passport.
What is the best time to visit Madrid?
Spain is a great destination year-round. Check local weather patterns before booking and consider shoulder seasons for lower prices and fewer crowds.

Sources: fares from Travelpayouts flight-search data, seen 12 Oct 2026; airlines from each carrier's published network and nonstop fares on sale; distance from OurAirports coordinates; flight time estimated from distance. Fares change daily.

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