- Must visit
The British Museum
Vast world museum with the Rosetta Stone, Parthenon sculptures and global antiquities. Essential for history lovers.
Flights from Madrid to London depart on average 117 times per day, taking around 4h 18m. Cheap flight tickets for this journey start at $37 (€30) if you book in advance.
There are 37 flights per day. The earliest flight runs at 02:15, the last at 23:45. The fastest flight covers the 785 miles (1264 km) distance in 2h 15m. April is the cheapest month to fly.
Distance 785 miles (1264 km) |
Average flight duration 4h 18m |
Cheapest ticket price $37 (€30) |
Flights per day 117 |
Direct flights 37 |
Fastest flight 2h 15m |
First flight 2:15 AM |
Last flight 11:45 PM |
Cheapest Month Apr |
Cheapest Day Sat |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Tue |
Least Busy Day Fri |
Best time to book 70 days |
Cheapest price on Aug 29
$356
Average ticket price on Aug 29
$859
Fastest journey on Aug 29
2 h 20 m
Average journey duration on Aug 29
2 h 23 m
Flights on Aug 29
54
Distance
1264 km
The best way to find a cheap flight ticket from Madrid to London is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Madrid to London will cost around $859 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $356.
On Sat, Aug 29, we found 54 flights from Madrid to London, including 22 direct services.
On Sat, Aug 29 the direct flights cover the 1264 km distance in an average of 2 h 23 m but if you time it right, some flights will get you there in just 2 h 20 m .
On Sat, Aug 29 the longest flights will take 2 h 25 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
BA7058
KL1508 · KL995
FR 348
FR 498
W95356
BA7198
IB1863
FR 348
BA7052
BA7050Omio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from Madrid to London among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the flight, with an average ticket price of $158 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 6h 18m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.4 - 1.1kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a flight costs an average of $158, while a train costs an average of $532.
Distance: 785 miles (1264 km)
Most popular Flight | Bus | Train | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$158 Average price Cheapest | $181 Average price | $532 Average price | $86 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
6h 18m Average total duration Fastest 4h 18m Onboard + 2h 0m Additional time* | 18h 57m Average total duration 18h 27m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 21h 10m Average total duration 20h 40m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 17h 43m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
3.8 - 7.6kg CO2 emissions | 1.3 - 3.2kg CO2 emissions | 0.4 - 1.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest | - CO2 emissions |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
This is compared to other travel options from Madrid to London:
A flight is $23 (€19) less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Madrid to London costing on average $181 (€147).
A flight is $374 (€303) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Madrid to London costing on average $532 (€431).
Other travel options to London take longer:
Bus takes on average 18h 27m.
Train takes on average 20h 40m.
The table below shows live departures for Madrid to London flights for today, Friday, August 28. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated flight journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 8:30 PM Madrid | 12h40 | 9:10 AM London | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 9:35 PM Madrid | 2h30 | 12:05 AM London | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Saturday, August 29 | |||||
KL1500 · KL1009 | 6:00 AM Madrid Barajas Airport | 8h50 | 1:50 PM London Heathrow Airport | 1 transfer | |
KL1500 · KL1017 | 6:00 AM Madrid Barajas Airport | 15h55 | 8:55 PM London Heathrow Airport | 1 transfer | |
AF1401 · AF1580 | 6:00 AM Madrid Barajas Airport | 5h30 | 10:30 AM London Heathrow Airport | 1 transfer | |
AF1401 · AF1180 | 6:00 AM Madrid Barajas Airport | 13h35 | 6:35 PM London Heathrow Airport | 1 transfer | |
AF1401 · AF1380 | 6:00 AM Madrid Barajas Airport | 16h25 | 9:25 PM London Heathrow Airport | 1 transfer | |
SN3732 · SN2093 | 6:20 AM Madrid Barajas Airport | 4h55 | 10:15 AM London Heathrow Airport | 1 transfer | |
FR 348 | 6:55 AM Madrid Barajas Airport | 2h25 | 8:20 AM London Stansted Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
BA7052 | 7:00 AM Madrid Barajas Airport | 2h25 | 8:25 AM London Heathrow Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
UX1013 | 7:30 AM Madrid Barajas Airport | 2h30 | 9:00 AM London Gatwick Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
U28020 | 10:10 AM Madrid Barajas Airport | 2h25 | 11:35 AM London Gatwick Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
KL1502 · KL1017 | 10:25 AM Madrid Barajas Airport | 11h30 | 8:55 PM London Heathrow Airport | 1 transfer | |
FR 498 | 11:05 AM Madrid Barajas Airport | 2h25 | 12:30 PM London Stansted Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
AF1301 · AF1180 | 12:20 PM Madrid Barajas Airport | 7h15 | 6:35 PM London Heathrow Airport | 1 transfer | |
AF1301 · AF1380 | 12:20 PM Madrid Barajas Airport | 10h05 | 9:25 PM London Heathrow Airport | 1 transfer | |
W95356 | 12:25 PM Madrid Barajas Airport | 2h30 | 1:55 PM London Luton Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
KL1504 · KL1017 | 1:05 PM Madrid Barajas Airport | 8h50 | 8:55 PM London Heathrow Airport | 1 transfer | |
LH1113 · LH918 | 1:05 PM Madrid Barajas Airport | 6h35 | 6:40 PM London Heathrow Airport | 1 transfer | |
KL1504 · KL1001 | 1:05 PM Madrid Barajas Airport | 19h35 | 7:40 AM London Heathrow Airport | 1 transfer | |
IB717 | 1:25 PM Madrid Barajas Airport | 2h30 | 2:55 PM London Heathrow Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
BA7056 | 1:25 PM Madrid Barajas Airport | 2h30 | 2:55 PM London Heathrow Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
TP1013 · TP1364 | 1:40 PM Madrid Barajas Airport | 6h10 | 6:50 PM London Heathrow Airport | 1 transfer | |
IB719 | 2:55 PM Madrid Barajas Airport | 2h25 | 4:20 PM London Heathrow Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
BA7054 | 2:55 PM Madrid Barajas Airport | 2h25 | 4:20 PM London Heathrow Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
UX1015 | 3:00 PM Madrid Barajas Airport | 2h25 | 4:25 PM London Gatwick Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
FR 2629 | 3:30 PM Madrid Barajas Airport | 2h25 | 4:55 PM London Stansted Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
IB721 | 3:45 PM Madrid Barajas Airport | 2h30 | 5:15 PM London Heathrow Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
BA7068 | 3:45 PM Madrid Barajas Airport | 2h30 | 5:15 PM London Heathrow Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
TP1015 · TP1366 | 4:20 PM Madrid Barajas Airport | 7h35 | 10:55 PM London Heathrow Airport | 1 transfer | |
BA7050 | 4:50 PM Madrid Barajas Airport | 2h25 | 6:15 PM London Heathrow Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
IB723 | 4:50 PM Madrid Barajas Airport | 2h25 | 6:15 PM London Heathrow Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
KL1506 · KL1017 | 5:20 PM Madrid Barajas Airport | 4h35 | 8:55 PM London Heathrow Airport | 1 transfer | |
KL1506 · KL991 | 5:20 PM Madrid Barajas Airport | 25h00 | 5:20 PM London City Airport | 1 transfer | |
KL1506 · KL995 | 5:20 PM Madrid Barajas Airport | 27h25 | 7:45 PM London City Airport | 1 transfer | |
KL1506 · KL993 | 5:20 PM Madrid Barajas Airport | 26h10 | 6:30 PM London City Airport | 1 transfer | |
KL1506 · KL1001 | 5:20 PM Madrid Barajas Airport | 15h20 | 7:40 AM London Heathrow Airport | 1 transfer | |
KL1506 · KL1005 | 5:20 PM Madrid Barajas Airport | 18h25 | 10:45 AM London Heathrow Airport | 1 transfer | |
BA459 | 5:30 PM Madrid Barajas Airport | 2h25 | 6:55 PM London Heathrow Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
IB725 | 5:45 PM Madrid Barajas Airport | 2h25 | 7:10 PM London Heathrow Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
BA7058 | 5:45 PM Madrid Barajas Airport | 2h25 | 7:10 PM London Heathrow Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
AF1801 · AF1680 | 5:45 PM Madrid Barajas Airport | 15h10 | 7:55 AM London Heathrow Airport | 1 transfer | |
AF1801 · AF1380 | 5:45 PM Madrid Barajas Airport | 4h40 | 9:25 PM London Heathrow Airport | 1 transfer | |
AF1801 · AF1580 | 5:45 PM Madrid Barajas Airport | 17h45 | 10:30 AM London Heathrow Airport | 1 transfer | |
FR 5993 | 6:00 PM Madrid Barajas Airport | 2h25 | 7:25 PM London Stansted Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
TP1017 · TP1366 | 6:00 PM Madrid Barajas Airport | 5h55 | 10:55 PM London Heathrow Airport | 1 transfer | |
BA7198 | 6:40 PM Madrid Barajas Airport | 2h20 | 8:00 PM London Gatwick Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
IB1863 | 6:40 PM Madrid Barajas Airport | 2h20 | 8:00 PM London Gatwick Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
AF1101 · AF1680 | 8:15 PM Madrid Barajas Airport | 12h40 | 7:55 AM London Heathrow Airport | 1 transfer | |
KL1508 · KL1001 | 8:30 PM Madrid Barajas Airport | 12h10 | 7:40 AM London Heathrow Airport | 1 transfer | |
KL1508 · KL997 | 8:30 PM Madrid Barajas Airport | 24h45 | 8:15 PM London City Airport | 1 transfer | |
KL1508 · KL995 | 8:30 PM Madrid Barajas Airport | 24h15 | 7:45 PM London City Airport | 1 transfer | |
KL1508 · KL991 | 8:30 PM Madrid Barajas Airport | 21h50 | 5:20 PM London City Airport | 1 transfer | |
KL1508 · KL993 | 8:30 PM Madrid Barajas Airport | 23h00 | 6:30 PM London City Airport | 1 transfer | |
KL1508 · KL1005 | 8:30 PM Madrid Barajas Airport | 15h15 | 10:45 AM London Heathrow Airport | 1 transfer | |
KL1508 · KL1009 | 8:30 PM Madrid Barajas Airport | 18h20 | 1:50 PM London Heathrow Airport | 1 transfer | |
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Vast world museum with the Rosetta Stone, Parthenon sculptures and global antiquities. Essential for history lovers.
Leading art museum on Trafalgar Square with masterpieces from Van Gogh, Turner and da Vinci. Free and internationally renowned.
Grand museum of art, design and performance with fashion, sculpture and decorative arts collections in South Kensington.
Lively riverside stretch linking major landmarks, markets and cultural venues. Ideal for walking, views and people-watching.
Large royal park with the Serpentine, rose gardens and broad lawns. Excellent for relaxing, boating and central green space.
Historic Greenwich riverside district with maritime heritage, market streets and hilltop views near major cultural landmarks.
Classic English fish fried in batter with chips. A London staple tied to the city’s working-class food culture and best eaten fresh with salt and vinegar.
Slow-cooked beef, carrots, onions and herbs under a suet pastry lid. A comforting British pie long associated with London pubs and Sunday meals.
A full cooked breakfast with eggs, sausages, bacon, beans, mushrooms and toast. A traditional morning meal served across London cafes and hotels.
Celebrated fine dining restaurant by Heston Blumenthal showcasing historic British dishes in an elegant, high-end Knightsbridge room.
Well-known pub serving excellent pies, ales and British mains in a relaxed, polished gastropub setting near Victoria Park.
Historic Covent Garden restaurant famous for classic British pies in a lively, traditional setting popular with locals and visitors.
Very costly by European standards. Hotels, dining, and transit are pricier than in most UK and EU city breaks, especially in central areas.
Restaurants often add 12.5% service; if not, tip 10-12%. Taxis: round up or 10%. Cafes: optional small change or none.
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London Gatwick Airport -> London Victoria Station
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Madrid to London by flight. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest flight, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at London, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Madrid to London flights use the Madrid Barajas Airport to London Heathrow Airport airport pair, with some services landing at London City Airport. Use this guide to compare Madrid and London airports on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like airport facilities and services.
Madrid Barajas Airport is 12 km from Madrid city centre. Public transport options include:
Madrid Barajas Airport has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower, Lounge, and Lost and Found Office.
Free Wi-Fi available throughout the airport. ATMs are located in all terminals.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Madrid Barajas Airport: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Madrid Barajas Airport: Ramps, assistance.
London Heathrow Airport is 23 km from London city centre. Public transport options include:
London Heathrow Airport has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower, Lounge, and Lost and Found Office.
Free Wi-Fi available throughout the airport for up to 4 hours. ATMs are located in all terminals, offering multiple currencies.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at London Heathrow Airport: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at London Heathrow Airport: Assistance.
London City Airport is 12 km from London city centre. Public transport options include:
London City Airport has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Lounge, and Lost and Found Office.
Free Wi-Fi available throughout the airport. ATMs are located in the terminal.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at London City Airport: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at London City Airport: Elevators, ramps.
London Gatwick Airport is 1 km from London city centre. Public transport options include:
London Gatwick Airport has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower, Lounge, and Lost and Found Office.
Free Wi-Fi available throughout the airport for 90 minutes. ATMs are located in both terminals, offering multiple currencies.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at London Gatwick Airport: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at London Gatwick Airport: Assistance.
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