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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 Granada to Madrid depart on average 3 times per day, taking around 2h 29m. Cheap flight tickets for this journey start at £20 but you can travel from only £12 by train.
There are 3 flights per day. The earliest flight runs at 02:00, the last at 22:45. The fastest flight covers the 359 km distance in 1h 10m. August is the cheapest month to fly.
Distance 359 km |
Average flight duration 2h 29m |
Cheapest ticket price £20 |
Flights per day 3 |
Direct flights 3 |
Fastest flight 1h 10m |
First flight 2:00 |
Last flight 22:45 |
Cheapest Month Aug |
Cheapest Day Sat |
High Season Jan - Mar |
Low Season Jul - Sept |
Busiest Day Mon |
Least Busy Day Sun |
Best time to book 91 days |
Cheapest price on 06 Sept
£148
Average ticket price on 06 Sept
£264
Fastest journey on 06 Sept
1 h 10 m
Average journey duration on 06 Sept
4 h 6 m
Flights on 06 Sept
17
Distance
359 km
The best way to find a cheap flight ticket from Granada to Madrid is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Granada to Madrid will cost around £264 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap flight tickets today for only £148.
On Sun 06 Sept, we found 17 flights from Granada to Madrid, including 2 direct services.
These direct flights cover the 359 km distance in an average of 4 h 6 m but if you time it right, some flights will get you there in just 1 h 10 m .
The slowest flights will take 6 h 20 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.
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UX5038Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Granada to Madrid among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £22 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 4h 16m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.1 - 0.3kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £22, while a flight costs an average of £170.
Distance: 359 km
| Flight | Most popular Coach | Train | Driving |
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£170 Average Price | £22 Average Price Cheapest | £40 Average Price | £67 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
4h 29m Average total duration 2h 29m Onboard + 2h 0m Additional time* | 4h 24m Average total duration 3h 54m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 16m Average total duration Fastest 3h 46m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 15m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
1.1 - 2.2kg CO2 emissions | 0.4 - 0.9kg CO2 emissions | 0.1 - 0.3kg CO2 emissions Lowest | - CO2 emissions |
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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
This is compared to other travel options from Granada to Madrid:
A coach is £17 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Granada to Madrid costing on average £40.
A coach is £148 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Granada to Madrid costing on average £170.
Other travel options to Madrid take longer:
Train takes on average 3h 46m.
Coach takes on average 3h 54m.
The table below shows live departures for Granada to Madrid flights for today, Saturday 5 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated flight journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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IB1026 | 21:40 Granada Airport | 1h10 | 22:50 Madrid Barajas Airport | 0 changesdirect | |
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Normal+ UX5036 | 5:00 Granada, Estación De Autobuses | 8h45 | 13:45 Madrid Barajas Airport | 1 change | |
Normal+ UX5050 | 7:45 Granada, Estación De Autobuses | 10h30 | 18:15 Madrid Barajas Airport | 1 change | |
Normal+ UX5036 | 7:45 Granada, Estación De Autobuses | 6h00 | 13:45 Madrid Barajas Airport | 1 change | |
Normal+ UX5050 | 8:15 Granada, Estación De Autobuses | 10h00 | 18:15 Madrid Barajas Airport | 1 change | |
IB1020 | 9:15 Granada Airport | 1h10 | 10:25 Madrid Barajas Airport | 0 changesdirect | |
Normal+ UX5038 | 9:45 Granada, Estación De Autobuses | 12h35 | 22:20 Madrid Barajas Airport | 1 change | |
Normal+ UX5050 | 9:45 Granada, Estación De Autobuses | 8h30 | 18:15 Madrid Barajas Airport | 1 change | |
Normal+ UX5050 | 10:15 Granada, Estación De Autobuses | 8h00 | 18:15 Madrid Barajas Airport | 1 change | |
Normal+ UX5038 | 10:15 Granada, Estación De Autobuses | 12h05 | 22:20 Madrid Barajas Airport | 1 change | |
Normal+ UX5050 | 11:00 Granada, Estación De Autobuses | 7h15 | 18:15 Madrid Barajas Airport | 1 change | |
Normal+ UX5038 | 11:00 Granada, Estación De Autobuses | 11h20 | 22:20 Madrid Barajas Airport | 1 change | |
Normal+ UX5038 | 13:00 Granada, Estación De Autobuses | 9h20 | 22:20 Madrid Barajas Airport | 1 change | |
Normal+ UX5038 | 14:00 Granada, Estación De Autobuses | 8h20 | 22:20 Madrid Barajas Airport | 1 change | |
Normal+ UX5038 | 15:00 Granada, Estación De Autobuses | 7h20 | 22:20 Madrid Barajas Airport | 1 change | |
Normal+ UX5038 | 16:00 Granada, Estación De Autobuses | 6h20 | 22:20 Madrid Barajas Airport | 1 change | |
Normal+ UX5038 | 16:30 Granada, Estación De Autobuses | 5h50 | 22:20 Madrid Barajas Airport | 1 change | |
IB1024 | 17:40 Granada Airport | 1h10 | 18:50 Madrid Barajas Airport | 0 changesdirect | |
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Aeropuerto T4 -> Nuevos Ministerios
The journey from Granada to Madrid is best served by plane for those looking for the fastest connection. The journey takes an average of one hour with a direct flight. There are usually 4-5 direct flights from Granada to Madrid every day, and the first flight to Madrid departs Granada airport at 5:37 a.m. Flights from Granada to Madrid are subject to change depending on fare variations, charges, and seat availability, and tickets can be booked with hotel and car rental service together for cheaper overall bundles.
Airlines servicing this route include Air Europa, who offer connecting flights through cities such as Barcelona. Air Europa, vueling and Iberia also offer regular services along this route. Iberia offer the most direct flights to Madrid from Granada.
The average flight time from Granada to Madrid is one hour six minutes for direct routes. There are 34 direct flights every week from Granada to Madrid with similar durations, though flights with stopovers can be ten hours or more including stopover times, so be careful when booking. The distance covered by flights from Granada to Madrid is 366 kilometers (227 kilometers), so flying is by far the most time-effective method of travel.
Departure airport: The departure airport is Federico Garcia Lorca in Granada. It is located 17-kilometers north-west of the city of Granada. Being the fifth largest airport in Andalucia, it handles nearly one million passengers every year. Transport to and from the airport is predominantly via buses and taxis. However, due to buses operating on fixed schedules, taxis are efficient and are very affordable; hence, many people prefer to use them. Taxis only take an average of 20 mins to get from the center of town to the airport. Buses take an average of 45 minutes.
The city of Granada is arguably Spain's most beautiful city. It has glorious Islamic history and a range of fantastic tourist attractions to be enjoyed before your flight to Madrid. Starting with Alhambra, the Albaicin neighborhood, the Generalife gardens and many other world heritage sites you are guaranteed to enjoy magnificent sceneries of this great city. While at still waiting for your flight, you can also decide to sample the excellent cuisine found in the town. You can try Serrano ham, orange salad with onion and cod, Sacromonte omelet or even the Alpujarras dishes.
Arrival airport: Passengers arrive in Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport in Madrid from Granada. It is the most convenient airport for passengers looking to get to Madrid in a convenient way. It is situated about 12-kilometers north-east of Madrid city center. A free 24/7 airport bus service is available to connect passengers from the terminals to the parking areas within the airport. The airport has good transport connections to the city center and travelers have various options, such as taxicab, buses or trains to get to their hotels or Madrid City. There are ATMs located conveniently in the airport and WiFi is also available. There are good hotels located conveniently from Madrid Airport such as Urban Hotel Madrid and Westin Palace where visitors can enjoy great cuisines as they plan to explore Spain's iconic capital.
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Granada 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 Granada to Madrid flights use the Granada Airport to Madrid Barajas Airport airport pair. Use this guide to compare Granada and Madrid airports on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like airport facilities and services.
Granada Airport is 1 km from Granada city centre. Public transport options include:
Granada 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 Granada Airport: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Granada Airport: Elevators, ramps.
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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