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€37 Find cheap flights from Barcelona to Madrid

This is the cheapest return flight price found by a KAYAK user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight from Barcelona-El Prat to Madrid departing on 27/6. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel. Click the price to replicate the search for this deal.
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Cheap flight deals from Barcelona-El Prat to Madrid (BCN-MAD)

Here are some of the best deals found on KAYAK recently from the most popular airlines for round-trip flights from Barcelona-El Prat to Madrid that are departing in the next months. While these flights were available on KAYAK in the last 72 hours, prices and availability are subject to change and deals may expire.
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07:25 - 08:50BCN-MAD
1h 25mdirect
19:00 - 20:20MAD-BCN
1h 20mdirect
€37Vueling
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Thu, 27 Jun - Mon, 1 Jul
07:25 - 08:50BCN-MAD
1h 25mdirect
22:35 - 23:55MAD-BCN
1h 20mdirect
€46Vueling
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Wed, 19 Jun - Thu, 20 Jun
20:30 - 22:00BCN-MAD
1h 30mdirect
07:30 - 08:55MAD-BCN
1h 25mdirect
€60Air Europa
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Thu, 30 May - Sat, 1 Jun
20:30 - 22:00BCN-MAD
1h 30mdirect
07:30 - 08:55MAD-BCN
1h 25mdirect
€67Air Europa
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Sat, 25 May - Sat, 1 Jun
07:00 - 08:25BCN-MAD
1h 25mdirect
11:30 - 12:45MAD-BCN
1h 15mdirect
€98Iberia
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Fri, 21 Jun - Tue, 25 Jun
22:15 - 21:30BCN-MAD
23h 15m1 stop
23:10 - 22:15MAD-BCN
23h 05m1 stop
€148easyJet
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Thu, 30 May - Tue, 4 Jun
10:15 - 21:30BCN-MAD
11h 15m1 stop
22:45 - 09:10MAD-BCN
10h 25m1 stop
€166easyJet
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Fri, 20 Sep - Mon, 23 Sep
17:45 - 00:20BCN-MAD
6h 35m1 stop
10:20 - 17:15MAD-BCN
6h 55m1 stop
€279TAP AIR PORTUGAL
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Sat, 26 Oct - Sun, 27 Oct
17:45 - 00:20BCN-MAD
6h 35m1 stop
16:20 - 21:50MAD-BCN
5h 30m1 stop
€305TAP AIR PORTUGAL
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Sun, 15 Sep - Wed, 18 Sep
14:30 - 15:55BCN-MAD
1h 25mdirect
12:30 - 13:45MAD-BCN
1h 15mdirect
€341Iberia
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Wed, 21 Aug - Thu, 22 Aug

Flights from Barcelona-El Prat to Madrid - Travel Insights & Trends

Get data-powered insights and trends into flights from Barcelona-El Prat to Madrid to help you find the cheapest flights, the best time to fly and much more.

What is the cheapest month to fly from Barcelona-El Prat Airport to Madrid?

To calculate monthly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each month over the last year for flights from Barcelona-El Prat Airport to Madrid, removes the top 0.1% to account for outliers, and then takes the median of all values for each month.
The cheapest month for flights from Barcelona-El Prat Airport to Madrid is January, where tickets cost €56 on average. On the other hand, the most expensive months are June and December, where the average cost of tickets is €72 and €71 respectively.

How far in advance should I book a flight from Barcelona-El Prat Airport to Madrid?

To calculate daily average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each day before departure over the last year for flights from Barcelona-El Prat Airport to Madrid, removes the top 0.1% to account for outliers, and then takes the average of all the values for each month.
To get a below average price on the flight from Barcelona-El Prat Airport to Madrid, you should book around 2 weeks before departure. For the absolute cheapest price, our data suggests you should book 78 days before departure.

Which airlines provide the cheapest flights from Barcelona to Madrid?

The cheapest price for the route for each airline clicked by KAYAK users in the last 72 hours.
In the last 72 hours, the best return deals on flights connecting Barcelona to Madrid were found on Vueling (€37) and Air Europa (€60). Vueling proposed the cheapest one-way flight at €71.

Which airlines fly most frequently between Barcelona and Madrid?

The airlines most regularly connecting Barcelona to Madrid are Iberia (12 flights per day), Vueling (3 flights per day), and Air Europa (2 flights per day).

How many flights are there between Barcelona-El Prat Airport and Madrid per day?

Each day, there are between 13 and 21 nonstop flights that take off from Barcelona-El Prat Airport and land in Madrid, with an average flight time of 1h 25m. The most common departure time is 11:00 and most flights take off in the morning. Each week, there are 125 flights. The most frequent day of departure is Friday, when 17% of all weekly flights depart. The fewest flights depart on a Sunday.

Which cabin class options are there for flights between Barcelona-El Prat Airport and Madrid?

The average price of flights for each cabin class for the route found by users searching on KAYAK over the last 2 weeks.
There are 2 cabin class options for the route. These are Business and Economy. Perform a search on KAYAK to find the latest prices and availability for all cabin fares, which differ across airlines.

How long does a flight from Barcelona to Madrid take?

Direct flights cover the 778 km separating Barcelona and Madrid in about 1h 25m.

What’s the earliest departure time from Barcelona to Madrid?

Early birds can take the earliest flight from Barcelona-El Prat Airport at 06:55 and will be landing in Madrid at 08:20.

What’s the latest departure time from Barcelona to Madrid?

If you prefer to fly at night, the latest flight from Barcelona-El Prat Airport to Madrid jets off at 21:05 and lands at 22:30.

Good to know

Low season

November

High season

December

Cheapest flight

€37
Best time to beat the crowds (12% less expensive on average)
Most popular time to fly (8% more expensive on average)
Flight from Barcelona to Madrid

When to book flights from Barcelona-El Prat to Madrid

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Barcelona-El Prat to Madrid based on our flight data from the last year. Discover the cheapest month and even day to fly.
Estimated return price
KAYAK looks at all historical flight data for each date to provide a predicted price for one-way trips or returns with a duration up to 40 days. While we try to provide actual minimum prices for each date, some prices are predictions and actual prices may differ.

FAQs for booking Barcelona to Madrid flights

  • Does Barcelona–El Prat Airport have a chapel or prayer area?

    There is a chapel that is located in Terminal 1 of Barcelona–El Prat Airport that hosts religious services during the weekends and is open daily from 6:00 am to 10:30 pm. There is also an interfaith prayer room that is located next door and primarily meant for private meditation and reflection.

  • Where can I eat at Barcelona–El Prat Airport?

    Buena Pinta is on the third floor of Terminal 1 at Barcelona–El Prat Airport and serves traditional Spanish food, while Breadway is in Terminal 2 and offers a variety of sandwiches. For those who are short on time, head to the Burger King in Terminal 1 or the Exki in Terminal 2 to purchase some to-go items.

  • What type of public transportation can I use to go from Madrid-Barajas Adolfo Suárez Airport to the city center?

    Madrid-Barajas Adolfo Suárez Airport is connected with Metro Line 8, which will take you directly to the Nuevos Ministerios station in the city’s downtown in only 12 to 15m. One-way tickets start at 1,50 € (approximately $1.70), with a pack of 10 tickets being sold for 12,20 € (approximately $14).

  • Which hotels offer a free shuttle service to Madrid-Barajas Adolfo Suárez Airport?

    If you’re interested in stylish lodging, select a room at the 4-star Axor Barajas Hotel, which has a free shuttle to Madrid-Barajas Adolfo Suárez Airport and is only a 10m drive from the IFEMA Exhibition Center. The TRYP Madrid Alameda Aeropuerto Hotel is a modern choice that also has a shuttle service and is only a 7m drive from Capricho Park.

  • What is the cheapest flight from Barcelona-El Prat Airport to Madrid?

    In the last 3 days, the lowest price for a flight from Barcelona-El Prat Airport to Madrid was €76 for a one-way ticket and €40 for a return.

  • Which airlines offer Wi-Fi service onboard planes from Barcelona to Madrid?

    Iberia, Vueling, British Airways, and Alaska Airlines offer inflight Wi-Fi service on the Barcelona to Madrid flight route.

  • Which aircraft models fly most regularly from Barcelona to Madrid?

    The Airbus A320 (sharklets) is the aircraft model that flies most regularly on the Barcelona to Madrid flight route.

  • Which airline alliances offer flights from Barcelona to Madrid?

    oneworld, SkyTeam, and Star Alliance are the airline alliances operating flights between Barcelona and Madrid, with SkyTeam being the most commonly used for this route.

  • On which days can I fly direct from Barcelona to Madrid?

    There are direct flights from Barcelona to Madrid on a daily basis.

  • How does KAYAK find such low prices on flights from Barcelona to Madrid?

    KAYAK is a travel search engine. That means we look across the web to find the best prices we can find for our users. With over 2 billion flight queries processed yearly, we are able to display a variety of prices and options on flights from Barcelona to Madrid.

  • How does KAYAK's flight Price Forecast tool help me choose the right time to buy my flight ticket from Barcelona to Madrid?

    KAYAK’s flight Price Forecast tool uses historical data to determine whether the price for a flight to Madrid from Barcelona is likely to change within 7 days, so travellers know whether to wait or book now.

  • What is the Hacker Fare option on flights from Barcelona to Madrid?

    Hacker Fares allow you to combine one-way tickets in order to save you money over a traditional return ticket. You could then fly to Madrid with an airline and back to Barcelona with another airline.

  • What is KAYAK's "flexible dates" feature and why should I care when looking for a flight from Barcelona to Madrid?

    Sometimes travel dates aren't set in stone. If your preferred travel dates have some wiggle room, flexible dates will show you all the options when flying to Madrid from Barcelona up to 3 days before/after your preferred dates. You can then pick the flights that suit you best.

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Top tips for finding a cheap flight from Barcelona to Madrid

  • To find the most affordable tickets available for flights from Barcelona to Madrid, travel with Air Europa. If you would like to fly with an airline that offers several daily flights between the two cities at different times of the day, look for reservations with Vueling or Iberia.
  • If you have arrived at Barcelona–El Prat Airport (BCN) particularly early, head to the Premier Club that is on the second floor of the main terminal. To access these lounges amenities, such as televisions, snacks, and magazines, you can either buy a one-time entry ticket or pay for an annual membership.
  • Traveling to Madrid with your family? Don’t forget to visit one of the children’s play zones in Barcelona–El Prat Airport. These areas have a variety of toys, activities, and books for all ages, as well as comfortable seating for parents and outlets located nearby.
  • For those who are headed to Madrid for work, consider hosting your meeting or workshop at Madrid-Barajas Adolfo Suárez Airport (MAD). There is a large business center in Terminal 4 that is open from 8:00 am to 8:00 pm and contains video projectors, access to Wi-Fi, outlets, and an ample amount of seating and desks.
  • To relax and freshen up after your flight from Barcelona to Madrid, go to the Air Rooms that are in Terminal 4 of Madrid-Barajas Adolfo Suárez Airport. For 40 € (approximately $45), you will have access to a shower stall for 30m and then be able to go to the airport’s VIP Lounge.
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Prefer to fly direct from Barcelona-El Prat to Madrid Barajas?

Find which airlines fly direct from Barcelona-El Prat to Barajas, which days they fly and book direct flights.

Direct departures

Barcelona-El Prat to Madrid Barajas

Monday

Aerolineas Argentinas, Aeromexico, Air Europa, +20 more

Aerolineas Argentinas, Aeromexico, +21 more

Tuesday

Aerolineas Argentinas, Aeromexico, Air Europa, +19 more

Aerolineas Argentinas, Aeromexico, +20 more

Wednesday

Aerolineas Argentinas, Aeromexico, Air Europa, +20 more

Aerolineas Argentinas, Aeromexico, +21 more

Thursday

Aerolineas Argentinas, Aeromexico, Air Europa, +20 more

Aerolineas Argentinas, Aeromexico, +21 more

Friday

Aerolineas Argentinas, Aeromexico, Air Europa, +21 more

Aerolineas Argentinas, Aeromexico, +22 more

Saturday

Aerolineas Argentinas, Aeromexico, Air Europa, +19 more

Aerolineas Argentinas, Aeromexico, +20 more

Sunday

Aerolineas Argentinas, Aeromexico, Air Europa, +20 more

Aerolineas Argentinas, Aeromexico, +21 more

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Direct returns

Madrid Barajas to Barcelona-El Prat

Monday

Aerolineas Argentinas, Aeromexico, Air Europa, +22 more

Aerolineas Argentinas, Aeromexico, +23 more

Tuesday

Aerolineas Argentinas, Aeromexico, Air Europa, +19 more

Aerolineas Argentinas, Aeromexico, +20 more

Wednesday

Aerolineas Argentinas, Aeromexico, Air Europa, +21 more

Aerolineas Argentinas, Aeromexico, +22 more

Thursday

Aerolineas Argentinas, Aeromexico, Air Europa, +21 more

Aerolineas Argentinas, Aeromexico, +22 more

Friday

Aerolineas Argentinas, Aeromexico, Air Europa, +22 more

Aerolineas Argentinas, Aeromexico, +23 more

Saturday

Aerolineas Argentinas, Aeromexico, Air Europa, +19 more

Aerolineas Argentinas, Aeromexico, +20 more

Sunday

Aerolineas Argentinas, Aeromexico, Air Europa, +22 more

Aerolineas Argentinas, Aeromexico, +23 more

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Recent one-way flight deals

 
Only flying one-way? Below are some of the best one-way flight deals from Barcelona to Madrid found on KAYAK in the last 72 hours.
9/8Fri
1 stopVueling
10h 00mBCN-MAD
€71
22/5Wed
2 stopsAir Europa
6h 40mBCN-MAD
€71
11/5Sat
2 stopsAir Europa
6h 40mBCN-MAD
€72
11/5Sat
2 stopsAir Europa
6h 40mBCN-MAD
€73
11/5Sat
2 stopsAir Europa
6h 40mBCN-MAD
€74
23/9Mon
1 stopTAP AIR PORTUGAL
11h 35mBCN-MAD
€83
28/6Fri
1 stopVueling
10h 00mBCN-MAD
€84
20/10Sun
1 stopTAP AIR PORTUGAL
6h 35mBCN-MAD
€92
28/7Sun
1 stopeasyJet
10h 50mBCN-MAD
€115
10/6Mon
1 stopVolotea
4h 00mBCN-MAD
€135

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Last minute flights from Barcelona-El Prat to Madrid

Last minute flight, train and bus deals

 
These last-minute flight deals are the cheapest flights found on KAYAK in the last 72 hours for flights from Barcelona to Madrid that are departing in the next 10 days.
7/5Tue
directAir Europa
1h 30mBCN-MAD
9/5Thu
directAir Europa
1h 25mMAD-BCN
€194
8/5Wed
directAir Europa
1h 30mBCN-MAD
12/5Sun
directAir Europa
1h 25mMAD-BCN
€207
11/5Sat
multi-stopAir Europa
3h 50mBCN-MAD
12/5Sun
directAir Europa
1h 25mMAD-BCN
€215
11/5Sat
multi-stopAir Europa
3h 50mBCN-MAD
12/5Sun
directAir Europa
1h 25mMAD-BCN
€217
10/5Fri
multi-stopeasyJet
11h 15mBCN-MAD
15/5Wed
multi-stopeasyJet
10h 25mMAD-BCN
€266
7/5Tue
multi-stopTAP AIR PORTUGAL
6h 35mBCN-MAD
9/5Thu
multi-stopTAP AIR PORTUGAL
9h 05mMAD-BCN
€1,076
9/5Thu
multi-stopEthiopian Air
38h 15mBCN-MAD
14/5Tue
multi-stopEthiopian Air
38h 15mMAD-BCN
€2,724
9/5Thu
multi-stopEthiopian Air
38h 15mBCN-MAD
12/5Sun
multi-stopEthiopian Air
38h 15mMAD-BCN
€2,746
10/5Fri
multi-stopAustrian Airlines
12h 00mBCN-MAD
12/5Sun
multi-stopAustrian Airlines
12h 35mMAD-BCN
€4,699
8/5Wed
multi-stopAustrian Airlines
13h 25mBCN-MAD
10/5Fri
multi-stopAustrian Airlines
12h 35mMAD-BCN
€4,706

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Barcelona - Madrid Flights

Departure:

Barcelona (BCN)Spain

Destination:

Madrid (MAD)Spain

Return flight deals:

Madrid - Barcelona

Cabin classes:

€2,702
€1,099
€656

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