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Overview: Birmingham to Madrid flight
United Kingdom
Spain
Flights from Birmingham to Madrid depart on average 35 times per day, taking around 3h 41m. Cheap flight tickets for this journey start at £39 if you book in advance.
The earliest flight runs at 00:05, the last at 22:45. The fastest flight covers the 1349 km distance in 2h 25m. December is the cheapest month to fly.
Distance 1349 km |
Average flight duration 3h 41m |
Cheapest ticket price £39 |
Flights per day 35 |
Fastest flight 2h 25m |
Cheapest month to travel December |
First flight 00:05 |
Last flight 22:45 |
The cheapest and fastest flights from Birmingham to Madrid
Cheapest price
£157
Average price
£200
Fastest journey
8 h 55 m
Average duration
11 h 7 m
Flights per day
5
Distance
1349 km
The best way to find a cheap flight ticket from Birmingham to Madrid is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Birmingham to Madrid will cost around £200 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap flight tickets today for only £157.
Of the 5 flights that leave Birmingham for Madrid every day 5 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct flights cover the 1349 km distance in an average of 11 h 7 m but if you time it right, some flights will get you there in just 8 h 55 m .
The slowest flights will take 13 h 30 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.
Travel Information
Compare train, coach and flight for Birmingham to Madrid
Omio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from Birmingham to Madrid among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £73. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 3h 41m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the coach is your best bet as it emits only 1.3 - 3.4kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £73, and a train costs an average of £455.
Distance: 1349 km
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Most popular Flight | Coach | Train |
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£170 Average Price | £144 Average Price Cheapest | £507 Average Price |
6h 41m Average total duration Fastest 3h 41m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 29h 20m Average total duration 28h 50m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 26h 21m Average total duration 25h 51m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
4.0 - 8.1kg CO2 emissions | 1.3 - 3.4kg CO2 emissions Lowest | - CO2 emissions |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Birmingham to Madrid flight times
The table below shows live departures for Birmingham to Madrid flights for today, Thursday 20 November. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated flight journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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| 05:15 Birmingham | 15h55 | 21:10 Madrid | 0 changesdirect | |
 | 12:15 Birmingham | 2h25 | 14:40 Madrid | 0 changesdirect | |
| 17:40 Birmingham | 13h30 | 07:10 Madrid | 0 changesdirect | |
| 19:15 Birmingham | 12h20 | 07:35 Madrid | 0 changesdirect | |
| 19:50 Birmingham | 11h45 | 07:35 Madrid | 0 changesdirect |
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Airlines: Ryanair, KLM, Air France, Brussels Airlines, Lufthansa, Vueling Airlines, SWISS from Birmingham to MadridFind the best flights between Birmingham to Madrid with Omio's travel partners Ryanair, KLM, Air France, Brussels Airlines, Lufthansa, Vueling Airlines, SWISS from £39. We can find you the best deals, schedules and tickets when comparing and booking the best trip.
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Birmingham to Madrid Flights: An Overview
Travellers taking a business or leisure trip from the West Midlands to the Spanish capital can use direct flights from Birmingham to Madrid with Iberia and budget operator Ryanair. Additionally, several airlines offer indirect flight options requiring 1 change in transit. Direct flights take around 2 hours 25 minutes while indirect services take upwards of 4 hours and, in some cases, considerably longer.
Which airlines fly from Birmingham to Madrid?
Spanish national carrier Iberia and budget airline Ryanair offer direct flights from Birmingham to Madrid. Indirect flights requiring 1 change use various airlines, including Cityjet services via Brussels, Vueling flights via Barcelona and KLM services via Amsterdam Schiphol.
How long is the flight from Birmingham to Madrid?
Iberia and Ryanair flights from Birmingham to Madrid cover the 838 mile route between the Midlands and the Spanish capital in 2 hours 25 minutes. The fastest indirect connection is provided by Cityjet's route via Brussels taking 4 hours 20 minutes, but most indirect services take upwards of 5 hours.
How many flights are there from Birmingham to Madrid?
The Ryanair schedule offers 4 direct flights between Birmingham and Madrid weekly, on Sundays, Mondays, Wednesdays and Fridays, with mid afternoon departure times. The Iberia summer schedule has direct flights on Tuesdays, Thursdays and Fridays. There are over 20 indirect departures from Birmingham daily, with services beginning in early morning. In winter the schedule is slightly reduced although there are still direct flights on the route.
What is/are the departure and arrival airports for flights from Birmingham to Madrid?
Departure airport: BirminghamBirmingham Airport is located about 6 miles south-east of the city centre, with frequent public transport connections via Birmingham International rail station and the 2 minute monorail link to the terminal. passenger facilities include long and short stay car parks, currency exchange and a wide selection of restaurants and shops.
Arrival airport: Madrid Barajas Barajas Airport is about 8 miles north-east of central Madrid, connected by regular trains on the Cercanias network, and by Metro line 8, taking around 25 minutes to the centre. Passenger facilities in the terminals include currency exchange kiosks, duty free shops, international dining and Castilian speciality stores.
FAQs: Birmingham to Madrid flights
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Birmingham 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.
Flights from Birmingham to Madrid generally leave from Birmingham International Airport and arrive in Madrid Barajas Airport.
Birmingham International Airport is 25.8 km away from Birmingham city centre and Madrid Barajas Airport is 15.9 km from Madrid city centre.
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Important Stations and Airports in Birmingham and Madrid
Wifi
Shopping
Parking
ATM
Taxis
Accessibility
WC
Shower
Lounge
Lost and Found Office
- Free Wi-Fi for up to 4 hours.
- Shops located in terminals, includes WHSmith and World Duty Free.
- Short and long-term parking available, approximately 5.4€ (£4.50) per hour.
- Available outside the terminal.
- Ramps, assistance.
- Available throughout the airport.
- Yes
- Aspire Lounge available for a fee.
- Located in the terminal, contact information Located on the airport website.
- Bus: X1, X12, 97A
- Train: Birmingham International Station
WifiShoppingParkingATMTaxisAccessibilityWCShowerLoungeLost and Found Office- Free Wi-Fi available throughout the airport.
- Shops in all terminals, including duty-free and fashion brands.
- Parking available at all terminals, approximately 2.5€ per hour.
- Available outside the terminal.
- Ramps, assistance.
- Available throughout the airport.
- Yes
- Lounges available in all terminals, including VIP lounges.
- Located in Terminal 1, 2, and 4.
- Metro: Line 8
- Bus: Lines 101, 200, Exprés-203
- Train: Cercanías C1, C10
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