How to get from London to Madrid
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Start with the whole journey.
We compared the ways to travel from London to Madrid. The most useful option is a flight; the flight itself takes 2h 29m, not counting the trip to and from the airports. The two cities are about 1266 km apart in a straight line. The price and operators below come from a real route search.
The lowest we recorded in the last 14 days was €42, on Wed, Sep 2.
This fare comes from a search on September 5, 2026 and has not been refreshed since. Run a live search for today's price.
1266 km
Which way suits you?
| Transport | Observed fare | Duration and scope | Detail |
|---|---|---|---|
| Flight | €53Checked Sep 5 | 2h 29mFlight only | See Flight details |
| Bus | €220Reading date not recorded | 23h 55m1 transfer | See Bus details |
- Flight€53Checked Sep 52h 29m · Flight onlySee Flight details
- Bus€220Reading date not recorded23h 55m · 1 transferSee Bus details
These figures were observed on different days. This table is not a live price ranking for your date.
London to Madrid: cheapest or fastest?
All from the same recent search. Pick a tab: the legs, the timing and the difference from the others all change with it.
- 1London Stansted → Madrid–Barajasflight2h 29m
The best balance of price and time we found on this route.
The observed fares belong to earlier dates.
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The amounts on each day are fares seen earlier, not live offers. A day with no figure is one we have not priced, not one without a service.
Flight prices by day, London to Madrid
The lowest fare we saw for each day over the next three months. Tap a day to search it live.
September 2026
€41October 2026
€44November 2026
€63Departure and arrival
Ticket prices on this route
What each way of travelling costs, as the operator publishes it. These describe the route rather than a date you pick, and they refresh once a day. Booking opens at our partner Omio.
Omio last refreshed these on Tue, Sep 8
Operators seen on these journeys
On this route you travel with Eurostar, FlixBus; Routavio does not add a booking fee.
How the trip from London to Madrid works
Start with a flight from London to Madrid, about 2h 29m. In total it's roughly €53 over 2h 29m, direct, no transfers.
London to Madrid: common questions
How long does it take to get from London to Madrid?
The most useful option is a flight; the flight itself takes about 2h 29m. Getting to and from the airports is on top of that.
How far is Madrid from London?
About 1266 km in a straight line. The real route on the ground or in the air is longer.
How much does London to Madrid cost?
Our latest search put the route we recommend at €53. Other options on this page can cost less, and the exact fare depends on your travel date.
Are there direct flights from London to Madrid?
Yes. The best option we found flies without a transfer and takes about 2h 29m.
How long is the flight from London to Madrid?
About 2h 29m, and that is the flight itself. Getting to and from the airports is on top of it.
What are the airport codes for London and Madrid?
London is STN and Madrid is MAD, so this route is usually written STN to MAD.
Which operators run London to Madrid?
On this route you travel with Eurostar, FlixBus.
What is the cheapest way to get from London 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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