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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 Inverness to Madrid depart on average 27 times per day, taking around 4h 29m. Cheap flight tickets for this journey start at £106 if you book in advance.
The earliest flight runs at 06:00, the last at 21:00. The fastest flight covers the 1898 km distance in 7h 0m. February is the cheapest month to fly.
Distance 1898 km |
Average flight duration 4h 29m |
Cheapest ticket price £106 |
Flights per day 27 |
Fastest flight 7h 0m |
First flight 6:00 |
Last flight 21:00 |
Cheapest Month Feb |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Tue |
Least Busy Day Tue |
Best time to book 1 day |
Cheapest price
£176
Average price
£179
Fastest journey
7 h 20 m
Average duration
8 h 10 m
Flights per day
2
Distance
1898 km
The best way to find a cheap flight ticket from Inverness to Madrid is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Inverness to Madrid will cost around £179 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap flight tickets today for only £176.
Of the 2 flights that leave Inverness for Madrid every day 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct flights cover the 1898 km distance in an average of 8 h 10 m but if you time it right, some flights will get you there in just 7 h 20 m .
The slowest flights will take 9 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 Inverness to Madrid among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £124. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 4h 29m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £124, and a train costs an average of £591.
Distance: 1898 km
Most popular Flight | Train | Coach |
|---|---|---|
£200 Average Price | £602 Average Price | £190 Average Price Cheapest |
7h 29m Average total duration Fastest 4h 29m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 43h 5m Average total duration 42h 35m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 45h 1m Average total duration 44h 31m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
The table below shows live departures for Inverness to Madrid flights for today, Wednesday 19 August. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated flight journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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![]() | 5:25 Inverness | 26h05 | 7:30 Madrid | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 10:30 Inverness | 11h00 | 21:30 Madrid | 0 changesdirect | |
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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 Inverness 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 Inverness to Madrid flights use the Inverness Airport to Madrid Barajas Airport airport pair. Use this guide to compare Inverness and Madrid airports on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like airport facilities and services.
Inverness Airport is 3 km from Inverness city centre. Public transport options include:
Inverness 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 Inverness Airport: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Inverness Airport: Ramps, 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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