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Museo Nacional del Prado
Spain’s premier art museum houses Velázquez, Goya and El Greco masterpieces, making it essential for understanding European painting.
Flights from Aberdeen to Madrid depart on average 38 times per day, taking around 4h 10m. Cheap flight tickets for this journey start at £117 if you book in advance.
The earliest flight runs at 01:20, the last at 20:55. The fastest flight covers the 1864 km distance in 12h 20m. January is the cheapest month to fly.
Distance 1864 km |
Average flight duration 4h 10m |
Cheapest ticket price £117 |
Flights per day 38 |
Fastest flight 12h 20m |
First flight 1:20 |
Last flight 20:55 |
Cheapest Month Jan |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Best time to book 77 days |
Omio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from Aberdeen to Madrid among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the flight, with an average ticket price of £133 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 6h 10m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a flight costs an average of £133, while a coach costs an average of £175.
Distance: 1864 km
Most popular Flight | Coach | Driving |
|---|---|---|
£133 Average Price Cheapest | £175 Average Price | £163 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
6h 10m Average total duration Fastest 4h 10m Onboard + 2h 0m Additional time* | 49h 15m Average total duration 48h 45m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 26h 36m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Aberdeen to Madrid:
A flight is £42 less than a coach for this route with tickets for a coach from Aberdeen to Madrid costing on average £175.
Other travel options to Madrid take longer:
Coach takes on average 48h 45m.
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Moderate for Western Europe. Rooms, meals and Metro fares are usually cheaper than Paris or London, but central hotels and popular dining areas raise costs.
Tipping is modest. Round up or leave 5-10% in restaurants for good service. Taxis are usually rounded up. In cafés, leaving small change is enough.
Official public transport app
Aeropuerto T4 -> Nuevos Ministerios
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Aberdeen to Madrid 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 Madrid, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Aberdeen to Madrid flights use the Aberdeen Airport to Madrid Barajas Airport airport pair. Use this guide to compare Aberdeen and Madrid airports on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like airport facilities and services.
Aberdeen Airport is 1 km from Aberdeen city centre. Public transport options include:
Aberdeen 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 the terminal.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Aberdeen Airport: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Aberdeen Airport: Ramps, assistance, toilets.
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.
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