Journey information
Overview: Madrid to Bucharest flight
Flights from Madrid to Bucharest depart on average 55 times per day, taking around 4h 29m. Cheap flight tickets for this journey start at £48 if you book in advance.
There are 2 flights per day. The earliest flight runs at 04:30, the last at 23:00. The fastest flight covers the 2473 km distance in 3h 45m. January is the cheapest month to fly.
Distance 2473 km |
Average flight duration 4h 29m |
Cheapest ticket price £48 |
Flights per day 55 |
Direct flights 2 |
Fastest flight 3h 45m |
Cheapest month to travel January |
First flight 04:30 |
Last flight 23:00 |
The cheapest and fastest flights from Madrid to Bucharest
Cheapest price
£141
Average price
£778
Fastest journey
3 h 50 m
Average duration
3 h 52 m
Flights per day
63
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 £778 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap flight tickets today for only £141.
Of the 63 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 52 m but if you time it right, some flights will get you there in just 3 h 50 m .
The slowest flights will take 3 h 55 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.
W43174
AF1801 · AF1888
W43172
KL1506 · KL1377
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LX1886
UX3703
RO416
FR 2539
W43172
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Omio 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 £48. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 4h 29m. 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 £48, and a train costs an average of £640.
Distance: 2473 km
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£170 Average Price Cheapest | £204 Average Price | £651 Average Price |
7h 29m Average total duration Fastest 4h 29m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 55h 27m Average total duration 54h 57m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 52h 12m Average total duration 51h 42m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
7.4 - 14.8kg CO2 emissions | 2.5 - 6.2kg CO2 emissions Lowest | - CO2 emissions |
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Live departures
Madrid to Bucharest flight times
The table below shows live departures for Madrid to Bucharest flights for today, Friday 7 November. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated flight journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
AZ59 · AZ7078 · AZ2473 | 04:50 Madrid Barajas Airport | 20h20 | 01:10 Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport | 2 changes | |
KL1500+ KL2701 | 05:00 Madrid Barajas Airport | 8h25 | 13:25 Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport | 1 change | |
LH1121 · LH1418 | 05:00 Madrid Barajas Airport | 7h05 | 12:05 Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport | 1 change | |
KL1500 · KL1373 | 05:00 Madrid Barajas Airport | 6h00 | 11:00 Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport | 1 change | |
AF1401+ AF6634 | 05:00 Madrid Barajas Airport | 8h50 | 13:50 Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport | 1 change | |
AF1401 · AF1088 | 05:00 Madrid Barajas Airport | 15h50 | 20:50 Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport | 1 change | |
AF1401+ AF6639 | 05:00 Madrid Barajas Airport | 13h10 | 18:10 Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport | 1 change | |
KL1500 · KL1375 | 05:00 Madrid Barajas Airport | 10h10 | 15:10 Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport | 1 change | |
QR148 · QR221 | 07:05 Madrid Barajas Airport | 28h15 | 11:20 Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport | 1 change | |
QR148 · QR219 | 07:05 Madrid Barajas Airport | 21h35 | 04:40 Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport | 1 change | |
LH1123 · LH1422 | 07:35 Madrid Barajas Airport | 14h15 | 21:50 Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport | 1 change | |
AF1001 · AF1088 | 09:00 Madrid Barajas Airport | 11h50 | 20:50 Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport | 1 change | |
AF1001+ AF6639 | 09:00 Madrid Barajas Airport | 9h10 | 18:10 Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport | 1 change | |
QR8366 · QR108 · QR219 | 09:35 Madrid Barajas Airport | 19h05 | 04:40 Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport | 2 changes | |
QR8366 · QR8 · QR219 | 09:35 Madrid Barajas Airport | 19h05 | 04:40 Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport | 2 changes | |
QR8366 · QR5942 · QR219 | 09:35 Madrid Barajas Airport | 19h05 | 04:40 Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport | 2 changes | |
W43172 | 09:45 Madrid Barajas Airport | 3h55 | 13:40 Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport | 0 changesdirect | |
KL1502+ KL2717 | 10:00 Madrid Barajas Airport | 11h30 | 21:30 Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport | 1 change | |
KL1502 · KL1377 | 10:00 Madrid Barajas Airport | 12h30 | 22:30 Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport | 1 change | |
QR6981 · QR1398 · QR219 | 10:10 Madrid Barajas Airport | 18h30 | 04:40 Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport | 2 changes | |
QR6981 · QR4566 · QR219 | 10:10 Madrid Barajas Airport | 18h30 | 04:40 Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport | 2 changes | |
QR6547 · QR156 · QR219 | 10:25 Madrid Barajas Airport | 18h15 | 04:40 Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport | 2 changes | |
AZ61 · AZ7078 · AZ2473 | 10:40 Madrid Barajas Airport | 14h30 | 01:10 Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport | 2 changes | |
QR5981 · QR108 · QR219 | 11:00 Madrid Barajas Airport | 17h40 | 04:40 Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport | 2 changes | |
QR5981 · QR110 · QR219 | 11:00 Madrid Barajas Airport | 17h40 | 04:40 Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport | 2 changes | |
LH1801 · LH115 · LH1422 | 11:00 Madrid Barajas Airport | 10h50 | 21:50 Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport | 2 changes | |
UX3703 | 11:25 Madrid Barajas Airport | 3h50 | 15:15 Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport | 0 changesdirect | |
RO416 | 11:25 Madrid Barajas Airport | 3h50 | 15:15 Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport | 0 changesdirect | |
AF1301 · AF1088 | 11:35 Madrid Barajas Airport | 9h15 | 20:50 Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport | 1 change | |
AF1301+ AF6639 | 11:35 Madrid Barajas Airport | 6h35 | 18:10 Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport | 1 change | |
KL1504+ KL2717 | 12:05 Madrid Barajas Airport | 9h25 | 21:30 Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport | 1 change | |
KL1504 · KL1377 | 12:05 Madrid Barajas Airport | 10h25 | 22:30 Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport | 1 change | |
AZ7117 · AZ7078 · AZ2473 | 14:00 Madrid Barajas Airport | 11h10 | 01:10 Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport | 2 changes | |
QR150 · QR221 | 14:20 Madrid Barajas Airport | 21h00 | 11:20 Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport | 1 change | |
QR150 · QR219 | 14:20 Madrid Barajas Airport | 14h20 | 04:40 Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport | 1 change | |
LO434 · LO643 | 14:30 Madrid Barajas Airport | 9h15 | 23:45 Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport | 1 change | |
LO434 · LO639 | 14:30 Madrid Barajas Airport | 6h45 | 21:15 Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport | 1 change | |
LO434 · LO641 | 14:30 Madrid Barajas Airport | 21h20 | 11:50 Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport | 1 change | |
QR6949 · QR221 | 14:55 Madrid Barajas Airport | 20h25 | 11:20 Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport | 1 change | |
QR6949 · QR219 | 14:55 Madrid Barajas Airport | 13h45 | 04:40 Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport | 1 change | |
KL1506 · KL1377 | 15:50 Madrid Barajas Airport | 6h40 | 22:30 Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport | 1 change | |
FR 2513 | 16:00 Madrid Barajas Airport | 3h50 | 19:50 Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport | 0 changesdirect | |
QR5968 · QR16 · QR221 | 17:05 Madrid Barajas Airport | 18h15 | 11:20 Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport | 2 changes | |
KL1508 · KL1373 | 19:30 Madrid Barajas Airport | 15h30 | 11:00 Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport | 1 change | |
QR152 · QR221 | 21:25 Madrid Barajas Airport | 13h55 | 11:20 Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport | 1 change | |
QR152 · QR219 | 21:25 Madrid Barajas Airport | 31h15 | 04:40 Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport | 1 change | |
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Flights from Madrid to 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.
Which airlines fly from Madrid to Bucharest?
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.
How long is the flight from Madrid to Bucharest?
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.
What are the departure and arrival airports for flights from Madrid to Bucharest?
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.
FAQs: Madrid to Bucharest flights
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.

Flights from Madrid to Bucharest generally leave from Madrid Barajas Airport and arrive in Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport.
Madrid Barajas Airport is 15.9 km away from Madrid city centre and Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport is 19.1 km from Bucharest city centre.
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Important Stations and Airports in Madrid and Bucharest
- Free Wi-Fi available throughout the airport.
- Shops in all terminals, including duty-free and fashion brands.
- Parking available at all terminals, approximately 2.5€ per hour.
- Available outside the terminal.
- Ramps, assistance.
- Available throughout the airport.
- Yes
- Lounges available in all terminals, including VIP lounges.
- Located in Terminal 1, 2, and 4.
- Metro: Line 8
- Bus: Lines 101, 200, Exprés-203
- Train: Cercanías C1, C10
- Free Wi-Fi available throughout the airport.
- Shops in Departures, including duty-free and local brands.
- Parking available, short-term parking costs around 1€ (5 RON) per hour.
- Available outside the terminal.
- Elevators, ramps.
- Available throughout the airport.
- Yes
- Lounges available, including TAROM Business Lounge.
- Located in Arrivals, open 24/7.
- Bus: 780, 783
- Train: Henri Coanda Express
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