How to get from Madrid to Almería
Compare the train, bus and flight options. Then check them for your own date.
Start with the whole journey.
We compared the ways to travel from Madrid to Almería. The most useful option is a flight; the flight itself takes 1h 15m, not counting the trip to and from the airports. The two cities are about 414 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 €41, on Wed, Sep 9.
414 km
Which way suits you?
| Transport | Observed fare | Duration and scope | Detail |
|---|---|---|---|
| Flight | €42Checked Sep 9 | 1h 15mFlight only | See Flight details |
| Train | €41Reading date not recorded | 7h 29m1 transfer | See Train details |
- Flight€42Checked Sep 91h 15m · Flight onlySee Flight details
- Train€41Reading date not recorded7h 29m · 1 transferSee Train details
These figures were observed on different days. This table is not a live price ranking for your date.
Madrid to Almería: 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.
- 1Madrid–Barajas → Almería Airportflight
Iberia·1h 15m
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.
All transport observations
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Flight prices by day, Madrid to Almería
The lowest fare we saw for each day over the next three months. Tap a day to search it live.
September 2026
€84October 2026
€42Departure 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 Wed, Sep 9
Operators seen on these journeys
IberiaMadrid–Barajas-Almería AirportSee live options and dates →
RenfeMadrid-Huercal-ViatorBook →Airport shuttle busHuercal-Viator-Almería AirportBook →On this route you travel with Iberia, Renfe, Airport shuttle bus; Routavio does not add a booking fee.
How the trip from Madrid to Almería works
Start with a Iberia flight from Madrid to Almería, about 1h 15m. In total it's roughly €42 over 1h 15m, direct, no transfers.
Madrid to Almería: common questions
How long does it take to get from Madrid to Almería?
The most useful option is a flight; the flight itself takes about 1h 15m. Getting to and from the airports is on top of that.
How far is Almería from Madrid?
About 414 km in a straight line. The real route on the ground or in the air is longer.
How much does Madrid to Almería cost?
On the upcoming dates we checked, the cheapest fare ranged from €41 to €113. Run a live search for your own date to see today's price.
Are there direct flights from Madrid to Almería?
Yes. The best option we found flies without a transfer and takes about 1h 15m.
How long is the flight from Madrid to Almería?
About 1h 15m, and that is the flight itself. Getting to and from the airports is on top of it.
What are the airport codes for Madrid and Almería?
Madrid is MAD and Almería is LEI, so this route is usually written MAD to LEI.
Which operators run Madrid to Almería?
On this route you travel with Iberia, Renfe, Airport shuttle bus.
Can you get from Madrid to Almería without flying?
Yes. A ground route by bus takes about 5h.
What is the cheapest way to get from Madrid to Almería?
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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