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Muzeul Național de Artă al României
Leading Romanian art museum in the former royal palace, with European and national collections across several elegant galleries.
Flights from Madrid to Bucharest depart on average 61 times per day, taking around 4h 30m. Cheap flight tickets for this journey start at £40 if you book in advance.
There are 3 flights per day. The earliest flight runs at 02:20, the last at 23:00. The fastest flight covers the 2473 km distance in 3h 45m. March is the cheapest month to fly.
Distance 2473 km |
Average flight duration 4h 30m |
Cheapest ticket price £40 |
Flights per day 61 |
Direct flights 3 |
Fastest flight 3h 45m |
First flight 2:20 |
Last flight 23:00 |
Cheapest Month Mar |
Cheapest Day Sun |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Sat |
Least Busy Day Tue |
Best time to book 91 days |
Cheapest price
£225
Average price
£438
Fastest journey
3 h 35 m
Average duration
3 h 45 m
Flights per day
71
Distance
2473 km
The best way to find a cheap flight ticket from Madrid to Bucharest is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Madrid to Bucharest will cost around £438 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap flight tickets today for only £225.
Of the 71 flights that leave Madrid for Bucharest 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 2473 km distance in an average of 3 h 45 m but if you time it right, some flights will get you there in just 3 h 35 m .
The slowest flights will take 3 h 50 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.
KL1500 · KL1377
KL1506 · KL1377
LH1113 · LH1422
LH1123 · LH1416
LH1121 · LH1416
W43174
FR 2513
W43172
UX3703
RO416Omio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from Madrid to Bucharest among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the flight with prices starting from £40. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 4h 30m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the coach is your best bet as it emits only 2.5 - 6.2kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a flight costs an average of £40, and a coach costs an average of £91.
Distance: 2473 km
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£148 Average Price Cheapest | £157 Average Price |
7h 30m Average total duration Fastest 4h 30m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 55h 48m Average total duration 55h 18m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
7.4 - 14.8kg CO2 emissions | 2.5 - 6.2kg CO2 emissions Lowest |
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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
The table below shows live departures for Madrid to Bucharest flights for today, Wednesday 5 August. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated flight journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
BA7052+ BA878 | 7:00 Madrid Barajas Airport | 17h20 | 1:20 Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport | 1 change | |
BA7052+ BA874 | 7:00 Madrid Barajas Airport | 7h25 | 15:25 Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport | 1 change | |
BA7060+ BA878 | 8:05 Madrid Barajas Airport | 16h15 | 1:20 Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport | 1 change | |
OS7468+ OS208+ OS697 | 8:25 Madrid Barajas Airport | 8h40 | 18:05 Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport | 2 changes | |
OS7468+ OS210 · OS697 | 8:25 Madrid Barajas Airport | 8h40 | 18:05 Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport | 2 changes | |
BA7066+ BA878 | 9:10 Madrid Barajas Airport | 15h10 | 1:20 Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport | 1 change | |
BA7194+ BA878 | 9:30 Madrid Barajas Airport | 14h50 | 1:20 Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport | 1 change | |
KL1502 · KL1377 | 10:25 Madrid Barajas Airport | 13h30 | 0:55 Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport | 1 change | |
KL1502+ KL2717 | 10:25 Madrid Barajas Airport | 12h20 | 23:45 Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport | 1 change | |
BA457 · BA878 | 10:35 Madrid Barajas Airport | 13h45 | 1:20 Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport | 1 change | |
LH1801 · LH115 · LH1422 | 11:50 Madrid Barajas Airport | 10h40 | 23:30 Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport | 2 changes | |
LH1801 · LH113 · LH1422 | 11:50 Madrid Barajas Airport | 10h40 | 23:30 Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport | 2 changes | |
BA459 · BA878 | 12:10 Madrid Barajas Airport | 12h10 | 1:20 Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport | 1 change | |
AF1301 · AF1088 | 12:20 Madrid Barajas Airport | 10h05 | 23:25 Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport | 1 change | |
AF1301+ AF6639 | 12:20 Madrid Barajas Airport | 9h15 | 22:35 Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport | 1 change | |
UX3703 | 12:30 Madrid Barajas Airport | 3h50 | 17:20 Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport | 0 changesdirect | |
RO416 | 12:30 Madrid Barajas Airport | 3h50 | 17:20 Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport | 0 changesdirect | |
KL1504 · KL1377 | 13:05 Madrid Barajas Airport | 10h50 | 0:55 Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport | 1 change | |
LH1113 · LH1422 | 13:05 Madrid Barajas Airport | 9h25 | 23:30 Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport | 1 change | |
OS7458+ OS214+ OS699 | 13:05 Madrid Barajas Airport | 10h05 | 0:10 Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport | 2 changes | |
OS7458+ OS216+ OS699 | 13:05 Madrid Barajas Airport | 10h05 | 0:10 Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport | 2 changes | |
KL1504+ KL2717 | 13:05 Madrid Barajas Airport | 9h40 | 23:45 Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport | 1 change | |
BA7056+ BA878 | 13:25 Madrid Barajas Airport | 10h55 | 1:20 Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport | 1 change | |
VF595 · VF606 | 13:30 Madrid Barajas Airport | 28h35 | 19:05 Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport | 1 change | |
BA3273+ BA878 | 13:55 Madrid Barajas Airport | 10h25 | 1:20 Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport | 1 change | |
BA3273+ BA874 | 13:55 Madrid Barajas Airport | 23h40 | 14:35 Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport | 1 change | |
BA7054+ BA878 | 14:55 Madrid Barajas Airport | 9h25 | 1:20 Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport | 1 change | |
BA7054+ BA874 | 14:55 Madrid Barajas Airport | 22h40 | 14:35 Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport | 1 change | |
LO434 · LO643 | 15:35 Madrid Barajas Airport | 9h15 | 1:50 Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport | 1 change | |
LO434 · LO639 | 15:35 Madrid Barajas Airport | 6h40 | 23:15 Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport | 1 change | |
LO434 · LO645 | 15:35 Madrid Barajas Airport | 25h10 | 17:45 Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport | 1 change | |
LO434 · LO641 | 15:35 Madrid Barajas Airport | 21h25 | 14:00 Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport | 1 change | |
BA7068+ BA878 | 15:45 Madrid Barajas Airport | 8h35 | 1:20 Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport | 1 change | |
BA7068+ BA874 | 15:45 Madrid Barajas Airport | 21h50 | 14:35 Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport | 1 change | |
AF1601 · AF1088 | 16:40 Madrid Barajas Airport | 5h45 | 23:25 Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport | 1 change | |
AF1601 · AF1888 | 16:40 Madrid Barajas Airport | 20h00 | 13:40 Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport | 1 change | |
BA7050+ BA878 | 16:50 Madrid Barajas Airport | 7h30 | 1:20 Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport | 1 change | |
BA7050+ BA874 | 16:50 Madrid Barajas Airport | 20h45 | 14:35 Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport | 1 change | |
KL1506 · KL1377 | 17:20 Madrid Barajas Airport | 6h35 | 0:55 Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport | 1 change | |
KL1506 · KL1373 | 17:20 Madrid Barajas Airport | 18h40 | 13:00 Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport | 1 change | |
KL1506+ KL2701 | 17:20 Madrid Barajas Airport | 21h05 | 15:25 Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport | 1 change | |
BA461 · BA874 | 17:30 Madrid Barajas Airport | 20h05 | 14:35 Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport | 1 change | |
BA7058+ BA874 | 17:45 Madrid Barajas Airport | 19h50 | 14:35 Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport | 1 change | |
AF1801 · AF1888 | 17:45 Madrid Barajas Airport | 18h55 | 13:40 Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport | 1 change | |
BA7198+ BA874 | 18:40 Madrid Barajas Airport | 18h55 | 14:35 Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport | 1 change | |
W43172 | 19:10 Madrid Barajas Airport | 3h45 | 23:55 Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport | 0 changesdirect | |
KL1508 · KL1373 | 20:30 Madrid Barajas Airport | 15h30 | 13:00 Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport | 1 change | |
KL1508+ KL2701 | 20:30 Madrid Barajas Airport | 17h55 | 15:25 Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport | 1 change | |
| Thursday 6 August | |||||
KL1500+ KL2701 | 6:00 Madrid Barajas Airport | 8h25 | 15:25 Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport | 1 change | |
AF1401 · AF1888 | 6:00 Madrid Barajas Airport | 6h40 | 13:40 Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport | 1 change | |
KL1500 · KL1377 | 6:00 Madrid Barajas Airport | 17h55 | 0:55 Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport | 1 change | |
AF1401 · AF1088 | 6:00 Madrid Barajas Airport | 16h25 | 23:25 Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport | 1 change | |
AF1401+ AF6639 | 6:00 Madrid Barajas Airport | 16h35 | 23:35 Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport | 1 change | |
KL1500+ KL2717 | 6:00 Madrid Barajas Airport | 16h45 | 23:45 Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport | 1 change | |
AF1401+ AF6634 | 6:00 Madrid Barajas Airport | 8h50 | 15:50 Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport | 1 change | |
KL1500 · KL1373 | 6:00 Madrid Barajas Airport | 6h00 | 13:00 Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport | 1 change | |
OS7456+ OS206+ OS697 | 6:05 Madrid Barajas Airport | 11h00 | 18:05 Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport | 2 changes | |
OS7456+ OS204+ OS695 | 6:05 Madrid Barajas Airport | 8h05 | 15:10 Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport | 2 changes | |
OS7456+ OS204+ OS697 | 6:05 Madrid Barajas Airport | 11h00 | 18:05 Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport | 2 changes | |
LH1121 · LH1416 | 6:05 Madrid Barajas Airport | 9h15 | 16:20 Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport | 1 change | |
LO432 · LO645 | 6:10 Madrid Barajas Airport | 10h35 | 17:45 Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport | 1 change | |
LO432 · LO643 | 6:10 Madrid Barajas Airport | 18h40 | 1:50 Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport | 1 change | |
LO432 · LO641 | 6:10 Madrid Barajas Airport | 6h50 | 14:00 Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport | 1 change | |
LO432 · LO639 | 6:10 Madrid Barajas Airport | 16h05 | 23:15 Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport | 1 change | |
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Leading Romanian art museum in the former royal palace, with European and national collections across several elegant galleries.
Open-air museum with traditional houses, churches and farm buildings moved from across Romania, ideal for architecture and folklore.
Museum in Ceaușescu’s former residence, showing preserved private rooms, décor and daily life inside the late communist elite.
Atmospheric historic quarter with churches, inns, small lanes and restored buildings, ideal for walking and seeing old Bucharest.
Elegant central avenue linking major squares, theatres and historic buildings; one of the city’s best walks for architecture and atmosphere.
Large landscaped park around Herăstrău Lake with promenades, boat rentals and green space for a relaxed break from central traffic.
Sarmale are cabbage rolls stuffed with minced pork and rice, slowly cooked and often served with polenta. They are a festive Romanian staple.
Mici are skinless grilled minced meat rolls seasoned with garlic and spices. They are a beloved street and barbecue classic in Bucharest.
Ciorbă de burtă is a rich sour tripe soup with garlic, vinegar and cream. It is one of Romania’s most iconic traditional soups.
Elegant dining room showcasing modern Romanian cooking and tasting menus in a polished central setting.
Historic beer hall serving Romanian classics, grilled meats and local beer in a lively old-town setting.
Stylish restaurant focused on Romanian cuisine with refined plating and a more contemporary dining room.
Budget-friendly for a European capital: hotels, meals and public transport are generally cheaper than in Western and Central European city breaks.
Service is not always included. Tip 10% in restaurants for good service, round up or add 5-10% for taxis, and small change at cafés is appreciated.
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Aeroport Henri Coandă, Bucharest -> Gara de Nord, Bucharest
There are an average of 23 flights every week averaging to three flights per day flying from Madrid, Spain's iconic capital, to Bucharest, the ancient capital of Romania. Wizz Air and vueling Airlines offer direct flights to Bucharest from Madrid, and indirect flights are offered by national carriers Iberia and Turkish Airlines. The indirect flight options for those who opt to fly via other cities may increase the duration of the journey. However, there are considerable savings that can be made from connecting to other cities.
Around five airlines fly direct flights from Madrid to Bucharest. They include Wizz Air, vueling Airlines, Iberia, and Turkish Airlines, among others. Booking a flight ticket in advance helps to save money, and can increase your chances of securing a seat on the better flights. vueling Airlines are a budget-friendly option with direct flights and good flight times, however Wizz Air provide the highest number of non-stop flights between Madrid and Bucharest. It worth noting that, whilst flights along this route are regular, that Sunday offers the most choice of services.
The distance covered by flights from Madrid to Bucharest is approximately 3352-kilometers, however, direct flights from Madrid to Bucharest take only around three hours and 45 minutes. This means that travelers between the two cities could make the journey in just a matter of an evening or morning, depending on flight times and onwards travel.
Departure Airport: Flights from Madrid to Bucharest depart from Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport in Madrid. Madrid is Spain’s premier city and home to the country's baroque Royal Palace, and departing from the city is easy. The airport is situated 12-kilometers north-east of Madrid city center. The airport has good public amenities and those looking for somewhere to eat can check-in into one of the many restaurants on offer within the departures area. The airport is accessed from the city center by various public transport services such as taxi, train or bus. Taxis are readily available 24 hours a day to ferry passengers to and from their hotels to the airport, and pre-booking is possible. Furthermore, there are free airport buses that carry passengers from parking area to the various terminals of the airport at no cost.
Arrival airport: Flights from Madrid to Bucharest arrive at Henri Coanda International Airport Bucharest. The airport is accessible by taxi and car-sharing apps such as Uber 24 hours a day. Public buses also operate from Bucharest to the airport and vice versa, dropping travelers to and from their terminal to Bucharest city center, via one stop at Gara Băneasa. Whilst a taxi or car ride takes under half an hour, the journey by bus can take over three times this, so be prepared. Disabled access in the parking lot and inside the airport proper make Henri Coanda especially accessible for all passengers and there is an access ramp from the parking to the departure/arrivals terminal, which is easy to reach. The airport is also fitted with enough elevators for the smooth movement of travelers. Refreshments, currency exchange and car hire are also available at this airport.
Bucharest has excellent restaurants and hotels located strategically near the airport, where visitors and travelers can relax for a meal or overnight. Athenee Place Hilton, Intercontinental Bucharest, Radisson Blu, and Novotel Bucarest city center are all located close by.
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Madrid to Bucharest 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 Bucharest, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Madrid to Bucharest flights use the Madrid Barajas Airport to Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport airport pair. Use this guide to compare Madrid and Bucharest 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.
Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport is 2 km from Bucharest city centre. Public transport options include:
Bucharest Henri Coanda International 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 Arrivals and Departures.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport: Elevators, ramps.
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