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Flights from Madrid to London

Nonstop flights from Madrid (MAD) to London (LHR) take about 2h 3m (1,244 km). British Airways and Iberia fly it. Lowest fare seen: $44 one-way, nonstop (12 Oct 2026).

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Airlines flying Madrid to London

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

✈ British Airwaysnonstop fare seen✈ Iberianonstop fare seen

Madrid to London fares by month

Cheapest month seen for a nonstop flight: Nov 2026, from $17 one-way. Lowest one-way fares seen for departures in each month, read 22 Oct 2026.

DepartingNonstop fromCheaper with stops
Oct 2026$6724 Oct 2026$63 · 1 stop26 Oct 2026
Nov 2026$1714 Nov 2026—
Dec 2026$1715 Dec 2026—
Jan 2027$961 Jan 2027$66 · 1 stop5 Jan 2027
Feb 2027$2912 Feb 2027—
Mar 2027$264 Mar 2027—
May 2027$6010 May 2027 · British Airways—
Jul 2027$2714 Jul 2027—
Sept 2027$3510 Sept 2027—

When to go for the lowest fare

Fares were close across the months we saw: $17 for November 2026, $17 at best after that.

Nonstop or with a stop

A connection undercut nonstop in 2 of 2 months with both fares.

From Travelpayouts flight-search data, city to city (Madrid to London, 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 London

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UK 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 — Madrid to London flights

How long is the flight from Madrid to London?
A nonstop flight from Madrid (MAD) to London (LHR) 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 Madrid from London by air?
The great-circle distance between Adolfo Suárez Madrid–Barajas Airport and London Heathrow Airport is 1,244 km (773 miles), a medium-haul route.
Which airlines fly from Madrid to London?
Airlines with flights or nonstop fares on the MAD–LHR route include British Airways and Iberia. This is not a complete list — schedules change by season, so check the current options before booking.
How much does a flight from Madrid to London cost?
The lowest one-way fare seen recently on MAD–LHR was $44 USD with British Airways (nonstop), departing 13 Nov 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.
What is the cheapest month to fly from Madrid to London?
In fares seen on 22 Oct 2026, departures in November 2026 were cheapest, from $17 one-way, against $66 for January 2027, the dearest month. Fares change daily, so check your own dates.
Do I need a visa to travel from Spain to UK?
It depends on your passport. Some nationalities can enter UK 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 London?
UK 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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