How to get from Ankara to Madrid
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We compared the ways to travel from Ankara to Madrid. The most useful option is a flight; the flight itself takes 4h 55m, not counting the trip to and from the airports. The two cities are about 3087 km apart in a straight line. The price and operators below come from a real route search.
This is the lowest fare we have recorded for this route in the last 14 days.
This fare comes from a search on August 21, 2026 and has not been refreshed since. Run a live search for today's price.
3087 km
Ankara to Madrid: cheapest or fastest?
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- 1Ankara Esenboğa Airport → Madrid–Barajasflight
AJet·4h 55m
The best balance of price and time we found on this route.
The observed fares belong to earlier dates.
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Flight prices by day, Ankara to Madrid
The lowest fare we saw for each day over the next three months. Tap a day to search it live.
September 2026
€103October 2026
€77Departure and arrival
Operators seen on these journeys
On this route you travel with AJet; Routavio does not add a booking fee.
How the trip from Ankara to Madrid works
Start with a AJet flight from Ankara to Madrid, about 4h 55m. In total it's roughly €76 over 4h 55m, direct, no transfers.
Ankara to Madrid: common questions
How long does it take to get from Ankara to Madrid?
The most useful option is a flight; the flight itself takes about 4h 55m. Getting to and from the airports is on top of that.
How far is Madrid from Ankara?
About 3087 km in a straight line. The real route on the ground or in the air is longer.
How much does Ankara to Madrid cost?
On the upcoming dates we checked, the cheapest fare ranged from €134 to €293. Run a live search for your own date to see today's price.
Are there direct flights from Ankara to Madrid?
Yes. The best option we found flies without a transfer and takes about 4h 55m.
How long is the flight from Ankara to Madrid?
About 4h 55m, and that is the flight itself. Getting to and from the airports is on top of it.
What are the airport codes for Ankara and Madrid?
Ankara is ESB and Madrid is MAD, so this route is usually written ESB to MAD.
Which operators run Ankara to Madrid?
On this route you travel with AJet.
What is the cheapest way to get from Ankara to Madrid?
Usually a flexible date, or leaving from a nearby airport. A live search puts every option for your dates side by side.
Can I book directly?
Yes. Routavio sends you straight to the operator or an independent third-party provider. We never add a booking fee. The final fare and availability are confirmed by that provider.
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