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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 Luton to Madrid depart on average 114 times per day, taking around 3h 10m. Cheap flight tickets for this journey start at £15 if you book in advance.
There are 36 flights per day. The earliest flight runs at 01:35, the last at 23:45. The fastest flight covers the 1299 km distance in 2h 30m. January is the cheapest month to fly.
Distance 1299 km |
Average flight duration 3h 10m |
Cheapest ticket price £15 |
Flights per day 114 |
Direct flights 36 |
Fastest flight 2h 30m |
First flight 1:35 |
Last flight 23:45 |
Cheapest Month Jan |
Cheapest Day Mon |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Sun |
Least Busy Day Sun |
Best time to book 56 days |
Cheapest price on 30 Aug
£172
Average ticket price on 30 Aug
£172
Fastest journey on 30 Aug
2 h 30 m
Average journey duration on 30 Aug
2 h 30 m
Flights on 30 Aug
1
Distance
1299 km
The best way to find a cheap flight ticket from Luton to Madrid is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Luton to Madrid will cost around £172 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap flight tickets today for only £172.
On Sun 30 Aug, we found 1 flights from Luton to Madrid, including 1 direct services.
These direct flights cover the 1299 km distance in an average of 2 h 30 m but if you time it right, some flights will get you there in just 2 h 30 m .
The slowest flights will take 2 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.


Omio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from Luton to Madrid among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the flight, with an average ticket price of £58 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 5h 10m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a flight costs an average of £58, while a train costs an average of £363.
Distance: 1299 km
Most popular Flight | Train | Coach |
|---|---|---|
£58 Average Price Cheapest | £363 Average Price | £101 Average Price |
5h 10m Average total duration Fastest 3h 10m Onboard + 2h 0m Additional time* | 22h 56m Average total duration 22h 26m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 32h 21m Average total duration 31h 51m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
The table below shows live departures for Luton to Madrid flights for today, Saturday 29 August. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated flight journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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![]() | 16:00 Luton | 2h30 | 18:30 Madrid | 0 changesdirect | |
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Aeropuerto T4 -> Nuevos Ministerios
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Luton 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 Luton to Madrid flights use the London Luton Airport to Madrid Barajas Airport airport pair. Use this guide to compare Luton 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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