Journey information
Overview: Madrid to Edinburgh flight
Flights from Madrid to Edinburgh depart on average 80 times per day, taking around 3h 54m. Cheap flight tickets for this journey start at £42 if you book in advance.
There are 2 flights per day. The earliest flight runs at 05:45, the last at 22:55. The fastest flight covers the 1728 km distance in 2h 50m. April is the cheapest month to fly.
Distance 1728 km |
Average flight duration 3h 54m |
Cheapest ticket price £42 |
Flights per day 80 |
Direct flights 2 |
Fastest flight 2h 50m |
Cheapest month to travel April |
First flight 05:45 |
Last flight 22:55 |
The cheapest and fastest flights from Madrid to Edinburgh
Cheapest price
£73
Average price
£717
Fastest journey
2 h 55 m
Average duration
4 h 9 m
Flights per day
75
Distance
1728 km
The best way to find a cheap flight ticket from Madrid to Edinburgh is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Madrid to Edinburgh will cost around £717 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap flight tickets today for only £73.
Of the 75 flights that leave Madrid for Edinburgh 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 1728 km distance in an average of 4 h 9 m but if you time it right, some flights will get you there in just 2 h 55 m .
The slowest flights will take 5 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.
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FR 188
BA463 · BA1456
KL1504 · KL933
KL1506 · KL933
FR 188
U23210
BA465 · BA1464
BA463 · BA1456
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IB3741Travel Information
Compare train, coach and flight for Madrid to Edinburgh
Omio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from Madrid to Edinburgh among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the flight with prices starting from £42. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 3h 54m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the coach is your best bet as it emits only 1.7 - 4.3kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a flight costs an average of £42, and a train costs an average of £702.
Distance: 1728 km
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£142 Average Price Cheapest | £172 Average Price | £703 Average Price |
6h 54m Average total duration Fastest 3h 54m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 37h 31m Average total duration 37h 1m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 27h 47m Average total duration 27h 17m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
5.2 - 10.4kg CO2 emissions | 1.7 - 4.3kg CO2 emissions Lowest | - CO2 emissions |
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Live departures
Madrid to Edinburgh flight times
The table below shows live departures for Madrid to Edinburgh flights for today, Wednesday 26 November. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated flight journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
LH1121 · LH964 | 04:55 Madrid Barajas Airport | 18h20 | 23:15 Edinburgh Airport | 1 change | |
LH1121 · LH962 | 04:55 Madrid Barajas Airport | 12h00 | 16:55 Edinburgh Airport | 1 change | |
LH1121 · LH960 | 04:55 Madrid Barajas Airport | 7h05 | 12:00 Edinburgh Airport | 1 change | |
AF1401 · AF1886 | 05:00 Madrid Barajas Airport | 16h35 | 21:35 Edinburgh Airport | 1 change | |
KL1500+ KL929 | 05:00 Madrid Barajas Airport | 15h05 | 20:05 Edinburgh Airport | 1 change | |
KL1500 · KL931 | 05:00 Madrid Barajas Airport | 11h05 | 16:05 Edinburgh Airport | 1 change | |
UX2225 · UX2267 | 05:00 Madrid Barajas Airport | 16h35 | 21:35 Edinburgh Airport | 1 change | |
KL1500 · KL927 | 05:00 Madrid Barajas Airport | 7h45 | 12:45 Edinburgh Airport | 1 change | |
IB711+ IB3743 | 05:45 Madrid Barajas Airport | 15h10 | 20:55 Edinburgh Airport | 1 change | |
IB711+ IB3734 | 05:45 Madrid Barajas Airport | 6h35 | 12:20 Edinburgh Airport | 1 change | |
IB711+ IB3735 | 05:45 Madrid Barajas Airport | 7h35 | 13:20 Edinburgh Airport | 1 change | |
LH1807 · LH103 · LH964 | 06:25 Madrid Barajas Airport | 16h50 | 23:15 Edinburgh Airport | 2 changes | |
LH1807 · LH103 · LH962 | 06:25 Madrid Barajas Airport | 10h30 | 16:55 Edinburgh Airport | 2 changes | |
LH1807 · LH105 · LH962 | 06:25 Madrid Barajas Airport | 10h30 | 16:55 Edinburgh Airport | 2 changes | |
IB713+ IB3736 | 06:40 Madrid Barajas Airport | 8h35 | 15:15 Edinburgh Airport | 1 change | |
IB713+ IB3734 | 06:40 Madrid Barajas Airport | 5h40 | 12:20 Edinburgh Airport | 1 change | |
BA7060+ BA1446 | 06:40 Madrid Barajas Airport | 5h40 | 12:20 Edinburgh Airport | 1 change | |
IB713+ IB3735 | 06:40 Madrid Barajas Airport | 6h40 | 13:20 Edinburgh Airport | 1 change | |
QR6949+ QR31 | 07:25 Madrid Barajas Airport | 22h35 | 06:00 Edinburgh Airport | 1 change | |
QR6949+ QR29 | 07:25 Madrid Barajas Airport | 29h10 | 12:35 Edinburgh Airport | 1 change | |
LH1123 · LH962 | 07:30 Madrid Barajas Airport | 9h25 | 16:55 Edinburgh Airport | 1 change | |
LH1123 · LH964 | 07:30 Madrid Barajas Airport | 15h45 | 23:15 Edinburgh Airport | 1 change | |
BA7066+ BA1448 | 08:05 Madrid Barajas Airport | 5h15 | 13:20 Edinburgh Airport | 1 change | |
QR6862+ QR40 · QR31 | 08:55 Madrid Barajas Airport | 21h05 | 06:00 Edinburgh Airport | 2 changes | |
AF1001 · AF1886 | 09:00 Madrid Barajas Airport | 12h35 | 21:35 Edinburgh Airport | 1 change | |
UX2227 · UX2267 | 09:00 Madrid Barajas Airport | 12h35 | 21:35 Edinburgh Airport | 1 change | |
BA457 · BA1452 | 09:35 Madrid Barajas Airport | 5h40 | 15:15 Edinburgh Airport | 1 change | |
IB3642 · IB3738 | 09:35 Madrid Barajas Airport | 7h15 | 16:50 Edinburgh Airport | 1 change | |
IB3642 · IB3736 | 09:35 Madrid Barajas Airport | 5h40 | 15:15 Edinburgh Airport | 1 change | |
KL1502 · KL933 | 10:00 Madrid Barajas Airport | 13h10 | 23:10 Edinburgh Airport | 1 change | |
KL1502 · KL931 | 10:00 Madrid Barajas Airport | 6h05 | 16:05 Edinburgh Airport | 1 change | |
KL1502+ KL929 | 10:00 Madrid Barajas Airport | 10h05 | 20:05 Edinburgh Airport | 1 change | |
QR6981 · QR1398 · QR31 | 10:10 Madrid Barajas Airport | 19h50 | 06:00 Edinburgh Airport | 2 changes | |
QR6981+ QR4566+ QR31 | 10:10 Madrid Barajas Airport | 19h50 | 06:00 Edinburgh Airport | 2 changes | |
QR5095+ QR146 · QR31 | 10:25 Madrid Barajas Airport | 19h35 | 06:00 Edinburgh Airport | 2 changes | |
IB3644 · IB3738 | 11:00 Madrid Barajas Airport | 5h50 | 16:50 Edinburgh Airport | 1 change | |
BA459 · BA1454 | 11:00 Madrid Barajas Airport | 5h50 | 16:50 Edinburgh Airport | 1 change | |
UX2228 · UX2267 | 11:35 Madrid Barajas Airport | 10h00 | 21:35 Edinburgh Airport | 1 change | |
AF1301 · AF1886 | 11:35 Madrid Barajas Airport | 10h00 | 21:35 Edinburgh Airport | 1 change | |
IB3646 · IB3738 | 11:50 Madrid Barajas Airport | 5h00 | 16:50 Edinburgh Airport | 1 change | |
IB3646 · IB3741 | 11:50 Madrid Barajas Airport | 8h00 | 19:50 Edinburgh Airport | 1 change | |
BA461 · BA1454 | 11:50 Madrid Barajas Airport | 5h00 | 16:50 Edinburgh Airport | 1 change | |
QR6939+ QR146 · QR31 | 12:00 Madrid Barajas Airport | 18h00 | 06:00 Edinburgh Airport | 2 changes | |
KL1504 · KL933 | 12:05 Madrid Barajas Airport | 11h05 | 23:10 Edinburgh Airport | 1 change | |
KL1504+ KL929 | 12:05 Madrid Barajas Airport | 8h00 | 20:05 Edinburgh Airport | 1 change | |
IB717+ IB3741 | 12:20 Madrid Barajas Airport | 7h30 | 19:50 Edinburgh Airport | 1 change | |
BA7056+ BA1456 | 12:20 Madrid Barajas Airport | 5h45 | 18:05 Edinburgh Airport | 1 change | |
IB717+ IB3743 | 12:20 Madrid Barajas Airport | 8h35 | 20:55 Edinburgh Airport | 1 change | |
LH1113 · LH964 | 12:45 Madrid Barajas Airport | 10h30 | 23:15 Edinburgh Airport | 1 change | |
IB719+ IB3741 | 14:05 Madrid Barajas Airport | 5h45 | 19:50 Edinburgh Airport | 1 change | |
BA7054+ BA1460 | 14:05 Madrid Barajas Airport | 5h45 | 19:50 Edinburgh Airport | 1 change | |
IB719+ IB3743 | 14:05 Madrid Barajas Airport | 6h50 | 20:55 Edinburgh Airport | 1 change | |
QR150 · QR29 | 14:20 Madrid Barajas Airport | 22h15 | 12:35 Edinburgh Airport | 1 change | |
QR150 · QR31 | 14:20 Madrid Barajas Airport | 15h40 | 06:00 Edinburgh Airport | 1 change | |
IB721+ IB3743 | 14:50 Madrid Barajas Airport | 6h05 | 20:55 Edinburgh Airport | 1 change | |
IB721+ IB3741 | 14:50 Madrid Barajas Airport | 5h00 | 19:50 Edinburgh Airport | 1 change | |
BA7068+ BA1462 | 14:50 Madrid Barajas Airport | 6h05 | 20:55 Edinburgh Airport | 1 change | |
BA7068+ BA1460 | 14:50 Madrid Barajas Airport | 5h00 | 19:50 Edinburgh Airport | 1 change | |
AF1601 · AF1886 | 15:25 Madrid Barajas Airport | 6h10 | 21:35 Edinburgh Airport | 1 change | |
UX2231 · UX2267 | 15:25 Madrid Barajas Airport | 6h10 | 21:35 Edinburgh Airport | 1 change | |
BA7050+ BA1462 | 15:45 Madrid Barajas Airport | 5h10 | 20:55 Edinburgh Airport | 1 change | |
IB723+ IB3743 | 15:45 Madrid Barajas Airport | 5h10 | 20:55 Edinburgh Airport | 1 change | |
KL1506 · KL933 | 15:50 Madrid Barajas Airport | 7h20 | 23:10 Edinburgh Airport | 1 change | |
KL1506 · KL923 | 15:50 Madrid Barajas Airport | 16h50 | 08:40 Edinburgh Airport | 1 change | |
FR 188 | 15:50 Madrid Barajas Airport | 2h55 | 18:45 Edinburgh Airport | 0 changesdirect | |
U23210 | 16:00 Madrid Barajas Airport | 3h00 | 19:00 Edinburgh Airport | 0 changesdirect | |
LH1115 · LH964 | 16:05 Madrid Barajas Airport | 7h10 | 23:15 Edinburgh Airport | 1 change | |
BA7058+ BA1464 | 16:20 Madrid Barajas Airport | 5h35 | 21:55 Edinburgh Airport | 1 change | |
BA465 · BA1464 | 17:05 Madrid Barajas Airport | 4h50 | 21:55 Edinburgh Airport | 1 change | |
LH1805 · LH95 · LH960 | 17:35 Madrid Barajas Airport | 18h25 | 12:00 Edinburgh Airport | 2 changes | |
LH1805 · LH93 · LH960 | 17:35 Madrid Barajas Airport | 18h25 | 12:00 Edinburgh Airport | 2 changes | |
LH1805 · LH97 · LH960 | 17:35 Madrid Barajas Airport | 18h25 | 12:00 Edinburgh Airport | 2 changes | |
UX2234 · UX2261 | 17:45 Madrid Barajas Airport | 16h55 | 10:40 Edinburgh Airport | 1 change | |
AF1801 · AF1686 | 17:45 Madrid Barajas Airport | 16h55 | 10:40 Edinburgh Airport | 1 change | |
UX2234 · UX2267 | 17:45 Madrid Barajas Airport | 27h50 | 21:35 Edinburgh Airport | 1 change | |
QR6918+ QR142 · QR29 | 18:10 Madrid Barajas Airport | 18h25 | 12:35 Edinburgh Airport | 2 changes | |
LX2033+ LX8290 | 18:35 Madrid Barajas Airport | 24h20 | 18:55 Edinburgh Airport | 1 change | |
QR6924+ QR142 · QR29 | 19:00 Madrid Barajas Airport | 17h35 | 12:35 Edinburgh Airport | 2 changes | |
UX2235 · UX2261 | 19:05 Madrid Barajas Airport | 15h35 | 10:40 Edinburgh Airport | 1 change | |
UX2235 · UX2267 | 19:05 Madrid Barajas Airport | 26h30 | 21:35 Edinburgh Airport | 1 change | |
AF1686+ AF1101 | 19:05 Madrid Barajas Airport | 15h35 | 10:40 Edinburgh Airport | 1 change | |
KL1508 · KL923 | 19:30 Madrid Barajas Airport | 13h10 | 08:40 Edinburgh Airport | 1 change | |
QR152 · QR31 | 21:25 Madrid Barajas Airport | 32h35 | 06:00 Edinburgh Airport | 1 change | |
QR152 · QR29 | 21:25 Madrid Barajas Airport | 15h10 | 12:35 Edinburgh Airport | 1 change | |
QR152 · QR7+ QR6274 | 21:25 Madrid Barajas Airport | 19h40 | 17:05 Edinburgh Airport | 2 changes | |
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Madrid to Edinburgh Flights: An Overview
Famous for its international festival in summer, Edinburgh is one of the most attractive cities in the UK and a popular destination for vacationers and city break weekenders from all over Europe. Business or leisure travelers from Spain can take direct flights from Madrid to Edinburgh seven days a week, with a choice of national carriers and a budget airline. Journey times for the trip north to the Scottish capital are just under three hours, with morning and afternoon departure times available. Frequent additional indirect connections from Madrid to Edinburgh are available seven days a week with a choice of airlines, with one change en route, usually in London, Paris or Amsterdam.
Which airlines fly from Madrid to Edinburgh?
Budget airline easyJet has daily direct flights from Madrid Barajas Airport to Edinburgh. In addition, Spanish national carrier Iberia, operating in a code share with UK national carrier British Airways, provides direct flights on this route three days a week. Additional indirect flights from Madrid to Edinburgh are operated by Iberia and Iberia Express via London Gatwick, KLM via Amsterdam, and Air France via Paris Charles De Gaulle, among others.
How long is the flight from Madrid to Edinburgh?
The fastest service on the 1719 kilometers route north over the Bay of Biscay from Madrid to Edinburgh is the Iberia and British Airways flight, taking two hours and 50 minutes to reach the Scottish capital. easyIet flights from Madrid to Edinburgh take five minutes longer. The fastest indirect connection from Madrid is an early afternoon KLM flight via Amsterdam, taking four hours and 50 minutes total journey time. Other indirect connections take upwards of five hours.
How many flights are there from Madrid to Edinburgh?
The budget airline easyJet's timetable offers a daily afternoon flight from Madrid to Edinburgh seven days a week, with an additional morning departure on Thursdays and Sundays. British Airways and Iberia offer a code share flight from Madrid to the Scottish capital on Mondays, Fridays and Sundays, with a morning take-off time. There are more than 20 daily indirect same day flights from Madrid to Edinburgh, using a variety of airlines and routes, with departure times ranging from early morning to late afternoon.
What are the departure and arrival airports for flights from Madrid to Edinburgh?
Departure Airport: Madrid Barajas Airport is located around 12 kilometers north-east of downtown Madrid, with transport links available on metro line 8 and two Cercanias local rail lines, as well as express bus services, taking around 30 minutes to reach the terminal. The airport has long and short-stay parking lots and passenger facilities include tapas bars and restaurants, coffee stands, designer shopping malls, business lounges, book stores and free WiFi.
Arrival Airport: Edinburgh Airport is situated about 10 kilometers west of central Edinburgh, with Airlink buses and city trams offering frequent connections to the center in about 30 minutes. Facilities at the airport include news vendors, a seafood restaurant, duty-free shopping, pubs, cafes, a Scotch whisky store, car rental desks, business amenities, free WiFi and taxi stands.
FAQs: Madrid to Edinburgh flights
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Madrid to Edinburgh 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 Edinburgh, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Flights from Madrid to Edinburgh generally leave from Madrid Barajas Airport and arrive in Edinburgh Airport.
Madrid Barajas Airport is 15.9 km away from Madrid city centre and Edinburgh Airport is 13.5 km from Edinburgh city centre.
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Important Stations and Airports in Madrid and Edinburgh
- 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 the terminal, including WHSmith and World Duty Free.
- Short-term parking near the terminal, approximately 5.4€ (£4.50) per hour.
- Available outside the terminal.
- Ramps, assistance.
- Available throughout the airport.
- Yes
- Lounges available, including Aspire and No1 Lounge.
- Located in the main terminal, near baggage claim.
- Bus: Airlink 100, Skylink 200, Skylink 300
- Tram: Edinburgh Trams
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