ZurichMadrid, Spain

Flights from Zurich to Madrid

Nonstop flights from Zurich (ZRH) to Madrid (MAD) take about 2h 3m (1,239 km). Air Europa, Iberia and SWISS fly it. Lowest fare seen: $77 one-way, nonstop (12 Oct 2026).

All flights from Zurich →All flights to Madrid →

Photo of Madrid: charry jin on Pexels.

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

MAD → Madrid, booked before you fly

A private driver meets you in arrivals at a price agreed when you book. Book with Welcome Pickups.

See transfer prices

Before you flyAirport lounges at Zurich →1 lounge at Zurich 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

Things to book in Madrid

All 107 things to do in Madrid →

Impressive view of the iconic Santiago Bernabéu Stadium in Madrid, Spain, captured during a bright summer day.

from €37

Santiago Bernabéu Stadium 4.4 · 6,146 Tiqets reviews

from €12

Museo Reina Sofía 4.5 · 4,949 Tiqets reviews

from €14

Museo Nacional Thyssen-Bornemisza 4.6 · 3,921 Tiqets reviews

Surreal head on a plate exhibit in Toronto's Museum of Illusions.

from €16

Museum of Illusions Madrid 4.3 · 2,920 Tiqets reviews

Find hotels in Madrid

Hotels, hostels & more · Trip.com

Search hotels

Airlines flying Zurich to Madrid

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

✈ Air Europanonstop fare seen✈ Iberianonstop fare seen✈ SWISSnonstop fare seen

Zurich to Madrid fares by month

Cheapest month seen for a nonstop flight: Nov 2026, from $77 one-way. With stops: Dec 2026, from $65. Lowest one-way fares seen for departures in each month, read 22 Oct 2026.

Departing	Nonstop from	Cheaper with stops
Oct 2026	$8427 Oct 2026 · Iberia	—
Nov 2026	$7723 Nov 2026 · Air Europa	—
Dec 2026	$10031 Dec 2026 · Air Europa	$65 · 1 stop1 Dec 2026
Jan 2027	$819 Jan 2027 · Air Europa	—
Apr 2027	$10228 Apr 2027 · Iberia	—
May 2027	$1393 May 2027 · Iberia	$115 · 1 stop3 May 2027

When to go for the lowest fare

Later departures were cheaper: from $65 in December 2026, against $77 for November 2026.

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 (Zurich 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

Based on weather and travel conditions in Spain

Jan

Feb

Mar

Apr

May

Jun

Jul

Aug

Sep

Oct

Nov

Dec

Best monthsGoodAvoid if possible

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

More for this trip

Frequently asked questions — Zurich to Madrid flights

How long is the flight from Zurich to Madrid?

A nonstop flight from Zurich (ZRH) to Madrid (MAD) takes about 2h 3m, covering 1,239 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 Zurich from Madrid by air?

The great-circle distance between Zürich Airport and Adolfo Suárez Madrid–Barajas Airport is 1,239 km (770 miles), a medium-haul route.

Which airlines fly from Zurich to Madrid?

Airlines with flights or nonstop fares on the ZRH–MAD route include Air Europa, Iberia and SWISS. This is not a complete list — schedules change by season, so check the current options before booking.

How much does a flight from Zurich to Madrid cost?

The lowest one-way fare seen recently on ZRH–MAD was $77 USD with Air Europa (nonstop), departing 8 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 Zurich to Madrid?

In fares seen on 22 Oct 2026, departures in December 2026 were cheapest, from $65 one-way, against $115 for May 2027, the dearest month. Fares change daily, so check your own dates.

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

In the fares we saw (12 Oct 2026), connecting was cheaper: from $68 with one stop against $77 nonstop, a saving of $9. Nonstop saves the connection time.

Do I need a visa to travel from Zurich 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.

Ready to book ZRH–MAD?

Set a fare alert, check your visa, or search flights now.

🔔 Fare alert for ZRH–MAD 🌍 Check visa requirements ⚡ Connection risk checker