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Cheapest return flight
₹ 7,510
Typical prices: ₹ 9,634-₹ 15,168
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Sat 27/10Sun 28/10
BCN - MAD • 1 stop
Cheapest direct flights
₹ 8,460
Typical prices: ₹ 9,684-₹ 15,329
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Fri 19/10Sun 21/10
BCN - MAD • Direct
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You can fly direct with Iberia, Air Europa, and others. Average duration is 1h 26m.
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Most punctual • 96% on-time
Best time • Fewest delays
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Our data shows that travellers who book at least 24 weeks in advance save around 36% compared to booking last minute.
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Cheapest • 25% price drop
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Cheapest • Avg ₹ 10,066 (return)
Shortest trip • 7h 16m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Barcelona to Madrid (BCN-MAD)

 
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Recent return flight deals from Barcelona-El Prat to Madrid

Tue, 27 Oct - Wed, 28 Oct
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15:40 - 22:55BCN  Barcelona-El Prat-MAD Madrid Barajas
7h 15m1 stop Palma de Mallorca Son Sant Joan
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19:30 - 20:50MAD  Madrid Barajas-BCN Barcelona-El Prat
1h 20mdirect
₹ 7,510Multiple Airlines
Wed, 21 Oct - Wed, 28 Oct
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18:05 - 23:05BCN  Barcelona-El Prat-MAD Madrid Barajas
5h 00m1 stop Ibiza
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19:30 - 20:50MAD  Madrid Barajas-BCN Barcelona-El Prat
1h 20mdirect
₹ 8,080Multiple Airlines
Mon, 19 Oct - Wed, 21 Oct
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18:35 - 20:00BCN  Barcelona-El Prat-MAD Madrid Barajas
1h 25mdirect
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09:25 - 10:45MAD  Madrid Barajas-BCN Barcelona-El Prat
1h 20mdirect
₹ 8,461Vueling
Wed, 23 Dec - Thu, 24 Dec
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07:30 - 08:55BCN  Barcelona-El Prat-MAD Madrid Barajas
1h 25mdirect
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07:00 - 13:45MAD  Madrid Barajas-BCN Barcelona-El Prat
6h 45m1 stop Palma de Mallorca Son Sant Joan
₹ 8,651Multiple Airlines
Wed, 21 Oct - Wed, 21 Oct
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05:50 - 10:40BCN  Barcelona-El Prat-MAD Madrid Barajas
4h 50m1 stop A Coruña
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20:35 - 21:55MAD  Madrid Barajas-BCN Barcelona-El Prat
1h 20mdirect
₹ 8,746Multiple Airlines
Sat, 12 Dec - Sun, 13 Dec
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12:50 - 21:50BCN  Barcelona-El Prat-MAD Madrid Barajas
9h 00m1 stop Palma de Mallorca Son Sant Joan
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06:00 - 12:05MAD  Madrid Barajas-BCN Barcelona-El Prat
6h 05m1 stop Palma de Mallorca Son Sant Joan
₹ 8,841Multiple Airlines
Mon, 26 Oct - Tue, 27 Oct
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17:30 - 18:55BCN  Barcelona-El Prat-MAD Madrid Barajas
1h 25mdirect
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19:30 - 23:40MAD  Madrid Barajas-BCN Barcelona-El Prat
4h 10m1 stop Palma de Mallorca Son Sant Joan
₹ 9,601Multiple Airlines
Sat, 21 Nov - Mon, 23 Nov
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08:15 - 14:45BCN  Barcelona-El Prat-MAD Madrid Barajas
6h 30m1 stop Ibiza
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19:35 - 20:55MAD  Madrid Barajas-BCN Barcelona-El Prat
1h 20mdirect
₹ 9,696Multiple Airlines
Mon, 26 Oct - Thu, 29 Oct
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17:30 - 18:55BCN  Barcelona-El Prat-MAD Madrid Barajas
1h 25mdirect
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15:50 - 21:10MAD  Madrid Barajas-BCN Barcelona-El Prat
5h 20m1 stop Ibiza
₹ 9,791Multiple Airlines
Wed, 21 Oct - Thu, 22 Oct
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15:55 - 23:05BCN  Barcelona-El Prat-MAD Madrid Barajas
7h 10m1 stop Ibiza
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09:35 - 10:55MAD  Madrid Barajas-BCN Barcelona-El Prat
1h 20mdirect
₹ 9,886Multiple Airlines
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Price, demand, and travel trends for Barcelona-El Prat Airport to Madrid flights

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What's the cheapest day of the week to fly from Barcelona-El Prat Airport to Madrid?

Thursday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Barcelona-El Prat Airport to Madrid and is 8% cheaper than the average day. Sunday is the most expensive day with flight prices 24% higher than average. Based on deals found by KAYAK users in the last 12 months.

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

  • January is the cheapest month to fly from Barcelona-El Prat Airport to Madrid at ₹ 8,936 return.
  • June (₹ 13,974) and October (₹ 13,404) are the most expensive months.
  • The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 56% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

When are prices from Barcelona-El Prat Airport to Madrid the cheapest?

Flights from Barcelona-El Prat Airport to Madrid are cheapest 24 weeks before departure. Booking in this window typically costs about 36% less than the average last-minute fare (within 2 weeks of the flight), based on KAYAK data.

Key details for Barcelona-El Prat Airport to Madrid flights

Low season

August

Cheapest flight

₹ 3,707
Best time to beat the crowds (7% less expensive on average)
Most popular time to fly and prices are also 1% lower on average.
Flights from Barcelona-El Prat Airport to Madrid

When to book flights from Barcelona-El Prat to Madrid

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Your Barcelona-El Prat Airport to Madrid flight questions, answered

Find helpful route details based on KAYAK data, including flight times, airports, airlines, and booking questions.

  • 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.

  • Which airlines offer extra legroom and free seat selection on Barcelona-El Prat Airport to Madrid flights?

    Among airlines operating Barcelona-El Prat Airport to Madrid flights:

    • Iberia: offers free seat selection
    • Air Europa: offers extra legroom; offers free seat selection

    Extra legroom and free seat selection availability depends on fare class and route.

  • Which airlines are available on the route from Barcelona-El Prat Airport to Madrid?

    5 airlines operate flights between Barcelona-El Prat Airport and Madrid. The airlines offering direct flights on this route include:

    • Iberia
    • Air Europa
    • Vueling
    • Kuwait Airways
    • Singapore Airlines

  • Which airports can I use when flying from Barcelona-El Prat Airport to Madrid?

    Flights from Barcelona-El Prat Airport to Madrid usually depart from Barcelona-El Prat (BCN) and arrive at Madrid Barajas (MAD).

  • Which airlines include bags at no extra cost on Barcelona-El Prat Airport to Madrid flights?

    Here are some options for this route, based on selected ticket types and cabin classes:

    • Iberia: a cabin bag and a checked bag in Economy class
    • Air Europa: a cabin bag and a checked bag in Economy class
    • Etihad Airways: a cabin bag and a checked bag in Economy class

    Bag allowance can vary by ticket type, cabin class, route, and airline, so travellers should check the fare details before booking.

  • Which cabin classes can I book on flights from Barcelona-El Prat Airport to Madrid?

    Only Economy class is available on flights from Barcelona-El Prat Airport to Madrid.

  • How much can I save by having a stopover when flying from Barcelona-El Prat Airport to Madrid?

    On this route, stopover flights are cheaper than direct options on average. Stopover fares average ₹ 10,066 return via Brussels Bruxelles-National (BRU), compared with ₹ 12,057 for direct.

  • What is the standard checked bag allowance on flights from Barcelona-El Prat Airport to Madrid?

    There is no standard. Checked bag policies vary by airline on this route. Most carriers charge ₹ 2,281–₹ 9,505 for the first checked bag in Economy. Premium fares and elite status bookings typically include a free checked bag.

  • Which aircraft model is used most often on flights from Barcelona-El Prat Airport to Madrid?

    The Airbus A330-200 family is used most often on this route, operated mainly by Iberia. Other aircraft seen on the route include Airbus A320-100/200 variants.

  • Which airports do connecting flights from Barcelona-El Prat Airport to Madrid pass through?

    One-stop flights from Barcelona-El Prat Airport to Madrid most commonly connect through:

    • Palma de Mallorca Son Sant Joan (PMI) – 89% of one-stop connections
    • Ibiza (IBZ) – 9% of one-stop connections
    • Bilbao (BIO) – 1% of one-stop connections
    • Brussels Bruxelles-National (BRU) – 1% of one-stop connections

    Palma de Mallorca Son Sant Joan (PMI) handles the largest share of one-stop connections on this route.

  • Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from Barcelona-El Prat Airport to Madrid?

    Yes. Being flexible with your travel dates can save you up to 27% on the Barcelona-El Prat Airport to Madrid route. Thursday is the cheapest departure day at ₹ 11,027 return on average, while Sunday is the most expensive at ₹ 14,925, a difference of ₹ 3,898. KAYAK's flexible dates feature shows options up to 3 days before and after your selected dates, making it easier to compare nearby fares.

  • At what point is a flight considered delayed on the route from Barcelona-El Prat Airport to Madrid?

    A flight is considered delayed when it departs 15 minutes or more after its scheduled time. This is the standard used by the US Department of Transportation and most airline industry reporting. On the Barcelona-El Prat Airport to Madrid route, 9% of flights were delayed in the past 3 months, with delays averaging 1 hour 50 minutes.

  • How are flight departures from Barcelona-El Prat Airport to Madrid spread across the day?

    Morning is the busiest departure period on Barcelona-El Prat Airport to Madrid flights, with 44% leaving in that window. Evening departures account for 31%, Afternoon flights for 19%, and Night flights for 6%.

  • What popular places can I visit in Madrid?

    Some of the most popular sights in Madrid are Spain Building, Puerta del Sol, and Madrid City Centre. These are among the most viewed places in Madrid on KAYAK.

  • What are the earliest and latest flights from Barcelona-El Prat Airport to Madrid?

    These are the earliest and latest flight times available from Barcelona-El Prat Airport to Madrid:

    • Earliest: departs at 06:40 and lands at 08:06
    • Latest: departs at 21:35 and lands at 23:01.

    The flight takes about 1h 26m.

  • How expensive are last-minute Barcelona-El Prat Airport to Madrid flights?

    Last-minute fares on this route (booked within 2 weeks of departure) run 17% above the route average of ₹ 11,959. Book 24 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

  • How long is a flight from Barcelona-El Prat Airport to Madrid?

    A direct flight from Barcelona-El Prat Airport to Madrid takes 1h 26m, covering 778 km.

  • Do I need a passport to fly from Barcelona-El Prat Airport to Madrid?

    No. A passport is not required for this domestic route, but you will need a real ID-compliant driver's license, a state ID, or another TSA-accepted form of identification.

  • How are flight prices from Barcelona-El Prat Airport to Madrid looking right now?

    One-way fares from Barcelona-El Prat Airport to Madrid are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about ₹ 4,572, which is 40% below the typical average for this route.

  • How does Air Europa's on-time performance compare to other airlines on Barcelona-El Prat Airport to Madrid flights?

    Air Europa is slightly above the route average for timely arrivals, while Vueling has a lower on-time arrival rate. On-time arrival rates on Barcelona-El Prat Airport to Madrid flights are:

    • Air Europa: 96% on time
    • Vueling: 96% on time
    • Iberia: 90% on time

    On average, flights on this route are punctual 91% of the time.

  • How do delay rates compare for morning and evening flights from Barcelona-El Prat Airport to Madrid?

    Morning flights have the fewest delays on this route. Delays tend to pile up throughout the day as one late flight pushes the next, so earlier departures are usually more reliable.

  • How much time can I save by choosing a different stopover airport from Barcelona-El Prat Airport to Madrid?

    Flying via Ibiza (IBZ) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time of 7h 16m, compared to 7h 22m via Palma de Mallorca Son Sant Joan (PMI) and 8h 09m via Brussels Bruxelles-National (BRU).

  • Which car hire options are available at Madrid Barajas Airport (MAD)?

    Madrid Barajas Airport (MAD) hosts 5 major car hire companies, with daily rates starting from around ₹ 215 for economy cars. Top options include:
    · Record go
    · Goldcar Rental SP
    · CLICK RENT
    · Alamo
    · Centauro

  • How much should I expect to pay for a Barcelona-El Prat Airport to Madrid flight?

    Return flights from Barcelona-El Prat Airport to Madrid range from ₹ 9,634 to ₹ 15,168, with an average of ₹ 11,959 over the past 12 months. Anything below ₹ 9,634 counts as a good deal.

Your guide to booking Barcelona-El Prat Airport to Madrid flights

Get tips on when to book, when to fly, and what to know before your trip.
  • If your dates are flexible, aim for a Thursday departure instead of Sunday. On this route, Thursday flights average ₹ 11,027 – about ₹ 3,898 less than Sunday (26% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • For the best chance at a low fare, aim to book around 24 weeks before you fly. On this route, that window historically saves about 36% versus last-minute pricing (KAYAK booking data, last 12 months).
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Barcelona-El Prat Airport to Madrid trip for January. Fares historically average ₹ 8,936 return in that month – typically ₹ 5,038 less than the most expensive month, which is June (based on the last 12 months).
  • If arriving on time is high on your priority list, Air Europa is the strongest pick on this route. 96% of Air Europa flights from Barcelona-El Prat Airport to Madrid arrived on time in the past 3 months, slightly above the route's average on-time arrival rate of 91%. When flights on this route do arrive late, the average delay is 1 hour50 minutes, so choosing an airline with strong on-time performance can make a difference on tight schedules.
  • If you have the time, taking a 1-stop flight through Brussels Bruxelles-National Airport (BRU) can be cheaper than flying direct. The cheapest stopover option averages ₹ 10,066 return on this route – about ₹ 1,991 less than direct flights (based on the last 12 months).
  • If you're arriving late at night and need somewhere to stay, check out these hotels close to Madrid Barajas Airport.
    - Senator Barajas Hotel
    - Clement Barajas
    - ibis Madrid Aeropuerto Barajas
  • 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.

Prefer to fly direct from Barcelona-El Prat to Madrid Barajas?

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

Direct departures

Barcelona-El Prat to Madrid Barajas

Monday

Air Europa,Iberia,Singapore Airlines, +1 more

Air Europa,Iberia, +2 more

Tuesday

Air Europa,Iberia,Kuwait Airways, +2 more

Air Europa,Iberia, +3 more

Wednesday

Air Europa,Iberia,Kuwait Airways, +1 more

Air Europa,Iberia, +2 more

Thursday

Air Europa,Iberia,Kuwait Airways, +2 more

Air Europa,Iberia, +3 more

Friday

Air Europa,Iberia,Singapore Airlines, +1 more

Air Europa,Iberia, +2 more

Saturday

Air Europa,Iberia,Singapore Airlines, +1 more

Air Europa,Iberia, +2 more

Sunday

Air Europa,Iberia,Kuwait Airways, +1 more

Air Europa,Iberia, +2 more

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Direct returns

Madrid Barajas to Barcelona-El Prat

Monday

Air Europa,Iberia,Singapore Airlines, +1 more

Air Europa,Iberia, +2 more

Tuesday

Air Europa,Iberia,Singapore Airlines, +1 more

Air Europa,Iberia, +2 more

Wednesday

Air Europa,Iberia,Vueling

Air Europa,Iberia, +1 more

Thursday

Air Europa,Iberia,Singapore Airlines, +1 more

Air Europa,Iberia, +2 more

Friday

Air Europa,Iberia,Singapore Airlines, +1 more

Air Europa,Iberia, +2 more

Saturday

Air Europa,Iberia,Singapore Airlines, +1 more

Air Europa,Iberia, +2 more

Sunday

Air Europa,Iberia,Vueling

Air Europa,Iberia, +1 more

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