Abu Dhabi, UAEMadrid, Spain

Flights from Abu Dhabi to Madrid

Nonstop flights from Abu Dhabi (AUH) to Madrid (MAD) take about 7h 33m (5,638 km). Etihad Airways flies it. Lowest fare seen: $649 one-way, nonstop (22 Oct 2026).

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When you land in Madrid

The airport transfer and the few things worth sorting before you fly.

Turkish Airlines Airbus jet prepares for takeoff at Madrid airport. — arriving in Madrid

Airport transfer

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Before you flyAirport lounges at Abu Dhabi →1 lounge at Abu Dhabi Airport Trains, buses and taxi faresMAD to Madrid: getting into town →Early arrival or late flightLuggage storage in Madrid →85 drop-off points, from €1.60

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Airlines flying Abu Dhabi to Madrid

Carriers on AUH–MAD according to our route data and nonstop fares seen as of 22 Oct 2026. Not a complete list.

✈ Etihad Airwaysnonstop fare seen

Abu Dhabi to Madrid fares by month

Cheapest month seen for a nonstop flight: Nov 2026, from $649 one-way. With stops: Nov 2026, from $184. Lowest one-way fares seen for departures in each month, read 22 Oct 2026.

Departing	Nonstop from	Cheaper with stops
Oct 2026	$66026 Oct 2026 · Etihad Airways	$277 · 1 stop31 Oct 2026
Nov 2026	$6492 Nov 2026 · Etihad Airways	$184 · 1 stop2 Nov 2026
Dec 2026	$76914 Dec 2026 · Etihad Airways	$191 · 2 stops14 Dec 2026 · Etihad Airways
Feb 2027	$68010 Feb 2027 · Etihad Airways	$189 · 1 stop10 Feb 2027

When to go for the lowest fare

Fares were close across the months we saw: $184 for November 2026, $189 at best after that.

Nonstop or with a stop

A connection undercut nonstop in 4 of 4 months with both fares.

From Travelpayouts flight-search data, city to city (Abu Dhabi to Madrid, any airport), USD, read 22 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 — Abu Dhabi to Madrid flights

How long is the flight from Abu Dhabi to Madrid?

A nonstop flight from Abu Dhabi (AUH) to Madrid (MAD) takes about 7h 33m, covering 5,638 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 Abu Dhabi from Madrid by air?

The great-circle distance between Zayed International Airport and Adolfo Suárez Madrid–Barajas Airport is 5,638 km (3,503 miles), a long-haul route.

Which airlines fly from Abu Dhabi to Madrid?

Airlines with flights or nonstop fares on the AUH–MAD route include Etihad Airways. This is not a complete list — schedules change by season, so check the current options before booking.

How much does a flight from Abu Dhabi to Madrid cost?

The lowest one-way fare seen recently on AUH–MAD was $649 USD with Etihad Airways (nonstop), departing 2 Nov 2026, found in fare searches as of 22 Oct 2026. Fares change constantly and depend on the date, so check the current price before booking.

What is the cheapest month to fly from Abu Dhabi to Madrid?

In fares seen on 22 Oct 2026, departures in November 2026 were cheapest, from $184 one-way, against $277 for October 2026, the dearest month. Fares change daily, so check your own dates.

Is it cheaper to fly nonstop or with a stop from Abu Dhabi to Madrid?

In the fares we saw (22 Oct 2026), connecting was cheaper: from $184 with one stop against $649 nonstop, a saving of $465. Nonstop saves the connection time.

Do I need a visa to travel from UAE 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 22 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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