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Flights from Cannes to Madrid depart on average 51 times per day, taking around 2h 46m. Cheap flight tickets for this journey start at £90 but you can travel from only £33 by coach.
There are 3 flights per day. The earliest flight runs at 00:10, the last at 22:55. The fastest flight covers the 951 km distance in 2h 0m. December is the cheapest month to fly.
Distance 951 km |
Average flight duration 2h 46m |
Cheapest ticket price £90 |
Flights per day 51 |
Direct flights 3 |
Fastest flight 2h 0m |
First flight 0:10 |
Last flight 22:55 |
Cheapest Month Dec |
Cheapest Day Wed |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Fri |
Least Busy Day Sat |
Cheapest price on 05 Sept
£54
Average ticket price on 05 Sept
£54
Fastest journey on 05 Sept
2 h
Average journey duration on 05 Sept
2 h
Flights on 05 Sept
1
Distance
951 km
The best way to find a cheap flight ticket from Cannes to Madrid is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Cannes to Madrid will cost around £54 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap flight tickets today for only £54.
On Sat 05 Sept, we found 1 flights from Cannes to Madrid, including 1 direct services.
These direct flights cover the 951 km distance in an average of 2 h but if you time it right, some flights will get you there in just 2 h .
The slowest flights will take 2 h 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.


Omio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from Cannes to Madrid among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £50 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 4h 46m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the coach is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.9 - 2.4kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £50, while a train costs an average of £133.
Distance: 951 km
Most popular Flight | Coach | Train | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
£90 Average Price | £50 Average Price Cheapest | £133 Average Price | £229 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
4h 46m Average total duration Fastest 2h 46m Onboard + 2h 0m Additional time* | 19h 2m Average total duration 18h 32m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 24h 25m Average total duration 23h 55m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 12h 13m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
2.9 - 5.7kg CO2 emissions | 0.9 - 2.4kg CO2 emissions Lowest | - CO2 emissions | - 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 Cannes to Madrid:
A coach is £40 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Cannes to Madrid costing on average £90.
A coach is £83 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Cannes to Madrid costing on average £133.
Other travel options to Madrid take longer:
Coach takes on average 18h 32m.
Train takes on average 23h 55m.
The table below shows live departures for Cannes to Madrid flights for today, Friday 4 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated flight journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
17469+ U21713 | Delayed 7:07 9:06Cannes station | 7h49 | 16:55 Madrid Barajas Airport | 1 change | |
86019+ U21713 | On time 9:13 Cannes station | 7h42 | 16:55 Madrid Barajas Airport | 1 change | |
86019+ IB1214 | On time 9:13 Cannes station | 11h42 | 20:55 Madrid Barajas Airport | 1 change | |
881211+ IB1214 | On time 9:22 Cannes station | 11h33 | 20:55 Madrid Barajas Airport | 1 change | |
881211+ U21713 | On time 9:22 Cannes station | 7h33 | 16:55 Madrid Barajas Airport | 1 change | |
881211+ LH1061 · LH1120 | On time 9:22 Cannes station | 10h28 | 19:50 Madrid Barajas Airport | 2 changes | |
86023+ IB1214 | On time 9:42 Cannes station | 11h13 | 20:55 Madrid Barajas Airport | 1 change | |
86023+ LH1061 · LH1120 | On time 9:42 Cannes station | 10h08 | 19:50 Madrid Barajas Airport | 2 changes | |
86023+ U21713 | On time 9:42 Cannes station | 7h13 | 16:55 Madrid Barajas Airport | 1 change | |
881123+ U21713 | On time 9:55 Cannes station | 7h00 | 16:55 Madrid Barajas Airport | 1 change | |
881123+ LH1061 · LH1120 | On time 9:55 Cannes station | 9h55 | 19:50 Madrid Barajas Airport | 2 changes | |
881123+ IB1214 | On time 9:55 Cannes station | 11h00 | 20:55 Madrid Barajas Airport | 1 change | |
17471+ U21713 | On time 10:07 Cannes station | 6h48 | 16:55 Madrid Barajas Airport | 1 change | |
86025+ U21713 | On time 10:13 Cannes station | 6h42 | 16:55 Madrid Barajas Airport | 1 change | |
86025+ IB1214 | On time 10:13 Cannes station | 10h42 | 20:55 Madrid Barajas Airport | 1 change | |
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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.
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Aeropuerto T4 -> Nuevos Ministerios
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Cannes 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 Cannes to Madrid flights use the Nice Cote d'Azur Airport to Madrid Barajas Airport airport pair. Use this guide to compare Cannes and Madrid 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.
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