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National Museum of Scotland
National museum covering science, design, world cultures and Scottish history. Excellent for varied collections and a dramatic central hall.
Flights from Madrid to Edinburgh depart on average 84 times per day, taking around 3h 49m. Cheap flight tickets for this journey start at £66 if you book in advance.
There are 2 flights per day. The earliest flight runs at 05:10, the last at 23:05. The fastest flight covers the 1728 km distance in 2h 50m. March is the cheapest month to fly.
Distance 1728 km |
Average flight duration 3h 49m |
Cheapest ticket price £66 |
Flights per day 84 |
Direct flights 2 |
Fastest flight 2h 50m |
First flight 5:10 |
Last flight 23:05 |
Cheapest Month Mar |
Cheapest Day Wed |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Wed |
Least Busy Day Sat |
Best time to book 91 days |
Cheapest price
£82
Average price
£382
Fastest journey
2 h 55 m
Average duration
4 h 10 m
Flights per day
84
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 £382 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap flight tickets today for only £82.
Of the 84 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 10 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 10 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.
FR 5686
U23210
BA459 · BA1458
BA459+
BA8712
KL1500 · KL931
U23210
FR 5686
IB721+
IB3741
BA7068+
BA1460
BA7058+
BA1464Omio 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 £66. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 3h 49m. 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 £66, and a train costs an average of £707.
Distance: 1728 km
Most popular Flight | Coach | Train |
|---|---|---|
£119 Average Price Cheapest | £139 Average Price | £711 Average Price |
6h 49m Average total duration Fastest 3h 49m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 36h 23m Average total duration 35h 53m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 32h 35m Average total duration 32h 5m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
5.2 - 10.4kg CO2 emissions | 1.7 - 4.3kg CO2 emissions Lowest | - CO2 emissions |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
The table below shows live departures for Madrid to Edinburgh flights for today, Sunday 23 August. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated flight journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
BA7068+ BA1462 | 15:45 Madrid Barajas Airport | 5h40 | 20:25 Edinburgh Airport | 1 change | |
IB721+ IB3743 | 15:45 Madrid Barajas Airport | 5h40 | 20:25 Edinburgh Airport | 1 change | |
BA7068+ BA1464 | 15:45 Madrid Barajas Airport | 7h35 | 22:20 Edinburgh Airport | 1 change | |
BA7068+ BA1466 | 15:45 Madrid Barajas Airport | 8h15 | 23:00 Edinburgh Airport | 1 change | |
AF1601 · AF1886 | 16:40 Madrid Barajas Airport | 5h15 | 20:55 Edinburgh Airport | 1 change | |
BA7050+ BA1466 | 16:50 Madrid Barajas Airport | 7h10 | 23:00 Edinburgh Airport | 1 change | |
BA7050+ BA1464 | 16:50 Madrid Barajas Airport | 6h30 | 22:20 Edinburgh Airport | 1 change | |
LH1115 · LH964 | 17:15 Madrid Barajas Airport | 6h40 | 22:55 Edinburgh Airport | 1 change | |
KL1506 · KL933 | 17:20 Madrid Barajas Airport | 5h50 | 22:10 Edinburgh Airport | 1 change | |
KL1506 · KL925 | 17:20 Madrid Barajas Airport | 17h55 | 10:15 Edinburgh Airport | 1 change | |
KL1506 · KL923 | 17:20 Madrid Barajas Airport | 16h10 | 8:30 Edinburgh Airport | 1 change | |
BA461 · BA1466 | 17:30 Madrid Barajas Airport | 6h30 | 23:00 Edinburgh Airport | 1 change | |
BA461 · BA1464 | 17:30 Madrid Barajas Airport | 5h50 | 22:20 Edinburgh Airport | 1 change | |
BA7058+ BA1466 | 17:45 Madrid Barajas Airport | 6h15 | 23:00 Edinburgh Airport | 1 change | |
BA7058+ BA1464 | 17:45 Madrid Barajas Airport | 5h35 | 22:20 Edinburgh Airport | 1 change | |
FR 188 | 17:50 Madrid Barajas Airport | 2h55 | 19:45 Edinburgh Airport | 0 changesdirect | |
TK1860 · TK1343 | 18:30 Madrid Barajas Airport | 16h15 | 9:45 Edinburgh Airport | 1 change | |
TK1860 · TK1345 | 18:30 Madrid Barajas Airport | 22h30 | 16:00 Edinburgh Airport | 1 change | |
BA463 · BA1466 | 19:05 Madrid Barajas Airport | 4h55 | 23:00 Edinburgh Airport | 1 change | |
LX2033+ LX8292 | 19:30 Madrid Barajas Airport | 14h15 | 8:45 Edinburgh Airport | 1 change | |
UX2235 · UX2261 | 20:15 Madrid Barajas Airport | 15h25 | 10:40 Edinburgh Airport | 1 change | |
AF1101 · AF1686 | 20:15 Madrid Barajas Airport | 15h25 | 10:40 Edinburgh Airport | 1 change | |
KL1508 · KL925 | 20:30 Madrid Barajas Airport | 14h45 | 10:15 Edinburgh Airport | 1 change | |
KL1508 · KL927 | 20:30 Madrid Barajas Airport | 16h50 | 12:20 Edinburgh Airport | 1 change | |
KL1508 · KL923 | 20:30 Madrid Barajas Airport | 13h00 | 8:30 Edinburgh Airport | 1 change | |
LH1121 · LH102 · LH2524 | 5:55 Madrid Barajas Airport | 11h35 | 16:30 Edinburgh Airport | 2 changes | |
OS7456+ OS206 · OS345 | 5:55 Madrid Barajas Airport | 13h45 | 18:40 Edinburgh Airport | 2 changes | |
LH1121 · LH960 | 5:55 Madrid Barajas Airport | 7h10 | 12:05 Edinburgh Airport | 1 change | |
LH1121 · LH106 · LH2524 | 5:55 Madrid Barajas Airport | 11h35 | 16:30 Edinburgh Airport | 2 changes | |
OS7456+ OS345+ OS208 | 5:55 Madrid Barajas Airport | 13h45 | 18:40 Edinburgh Airport | 2 changes | |
KL1500 · KL931 | 6:00 Madrid Barajas Airport | 11h10 | 16:10 Edinburgh Airport | 1 change | |
AF1401 · AF1886 | 6:00 Madrid Barajas Airport | 15h55 | 20:55 Edinburgh Airport | 1 change | |
AF1401 · AF1686 | 6:00 Madrid Barajas Airport | 5h40 | 10:40 Edinburgh Airport | 1 change | |
UX2225 · UX2261 | 6:00 Madrid Barajas Airport | 5h40 | 10:40 Edinburgh Airport | 1 change | |
KL1500 · KL925 | 6:00 Madrid Barajas Airport | 5h15 | 10:15 Edinburgh Airport | 1 change | |
KL1500 · KL927 | 6:00 Madrid Barajas Airport | 7h20 | 12:20 Edinburgh Airport | 1 change | |
AF1401 · AF1486 | 6:00 Madrid Barajas Airport | 11h30 | 16:30 Edinburgh Airport | 1 change | |
AF1401 · AF1386 | 6:00 Madrid Barajas Airport | 8h30 | 13:30 Edinburgh Airport | 1 change | |
SN3732 · SN2063 | 6:20 Madrid Barajas Airport | 6h30 | 11:50 Edinburgh Airport | 1 change | |
IB711+ IB3741 | 7:00 Madrid Barajas Airport | 13h40 | 19:40 Edinburgh Airport | 1 change | |
LH4165+ LH99 · LH962 | 7:00 Madrid Barajas Airport | 10h55 | 16:55 Edinburgh Airport | 2 changes | |
LH4165+ LH2524 | 7:00 Madrid Barajas Airport | 10h30 | 16:30 Edinburgh Airport | 1 change | |
BA7052+ BA1446 | 7:00 Madrid Barajas Airport | 6h30 | 12:30 Edinburgh Airport | 1 change | |
LH4165+ LH103 · LH962 | 7:00 Madrid Barajas Airport | 10h55 | 16:55 Edinburgh Airport | 2 changes | |
TK1360 · TK1343 | 7:40 Madrid Barajas Airport | 27h05 | 9:45 Edinburgh Airport | 1 change | |
BA7060+ BA1446 | 8:05 Madrid Barajas Airport | 5h25 | 12:30 Edinburgh Airport | 1 change | |
LH1123 · LH106 · LH2524 | 8:25 Madrid Barajas Airport | 9h05 | 16:30 Edinburgh Airport | 2 changes | |
LH1123 · LH962 | 8:25 Madrid Barajas Airport | 9h30 | 16:55 Edinburgh Airport | 1 change | |
LH1123 · LH108 · LH2524 | 8:25 Madrid Barajas Airport | 9h05 | 16:30 Edinburgh Airport | 2 changes | |
OS7468+ OS345+ OS208 | 8:25 Madrid Barajas Airport | 11h15 | 18:40 Edinburgh Airport | 2 changes | |
IB715+ IB3741 | 9:10 Madrid Barajas Airport | 11h30 | 19:40 Edinburgh Airport | 1 change | |
IB715+ IB3740 | 9:10 Madrid Barajas Airport | 10h35 | 18:45 Edinburgh Airport | 1 change | |
TK9400+ TK1345 | 9:10 Madrid Barajas Airport | 31h50 | 16:00 Edinburgh Airport | 1 change | |
TK9400+ TK1343 | 9:10 Madrid Barajas Airport | 25h35 | 9:45 Edinburgh Airport | 1 change | |
BA7066+ BA1452 | 9:10 Madrid Barajas Airport | 7h30 | 15:40 Edinburgh Airport | 1 change | |
LX8290+ LX2021 | 10:05 Madrid Barajas Airport | 9h50 | 18:55 Edinburgh Airport | 1 change | |
KL1502 · KL933 | 10:25 Madrid Barajas Airport | 13h45 | 23:10 Edinburgh Airport | 1 change | |
KL1502 · KL931 | 10:25 Madrid Barajas Airport | 6h45 | 16:10 Edinburgh Airport | 1 change | |
IB3642 · IB3740 | 10:35 Madrid Barajas Airport | 9h10 | 18:45 Edinburgh Airport | 1 change | |
IB3642 · IB3741 | 10:35 Madrid Barajas Airport | 10h05 | 19:40 Edinburgh Airport | 1 change | |
BA457 · BA1452 | 10:35 Madrid Barajas Airport | 6h05 | 15:40 Edinburgh Airport | 1 change | |
BA457+ BA8706 | 10:35 Madrid Barajas Airport | 7h35 | 17:10 Edinburgh Airport | 1 change | |
LH1801 · LH115 · LH964 | 11:50 Madrid Barajas Airport | 12h15 | 23:05 Edinburgh Airport | 2 changes | |
LH1801 · LH113 · LH964 | 11:50 Madrid Barajas Airport | 12h15 | 23:05 Edinburgh Airport | 2 changes | |
TK1858 · TK1343 | 12:00 Madrid Barajas Airport | 22h45 | 9:45 Edinburgh Airport | 1 change | |
TK1858 · TK1345 | 12:00 Madrid Barajas Airport | 29h00 | 16:00 Edinburgh Airport | 1 change | |
IB3644 · IB3740 | 12:10 Madrid Barajas Airport | 7h35 | 18:45 Edinburgh Airport | 1 change | |
BA459 · BA1456 | 12:10 Madrid Barajas Airport | 6h50 | 18:00 Edinburgh Airport | 1 change | |
IB3644 · IB3741 | 12:10 Madrid Barajas Airport | 8h30 | 19:40 Edinburgh Airport | 1 change | |
BA459 · BA1458 | 12:10 Madrid Barajas Airport | 7h35 | 18:45 Edinburgh Airport | 1 change | |
BA459+ BA8712 | 12:10 Madrid Barajas Airport | 7h30 | 18:40 Edinburgh Airport | 1 change | |
AF1301 · AF1886 | 12:20 Madrid Barajas Airport | 9h35 | 20:55 Edinburgh Airport | 1 change | |
AF1301 · AF1486 | 12:20 Madrid Barajas Airport | 5h10 | 16:30 Edinburgh Airport | 1 change | |
KL1504 · KL933 | 13:05 Madrid Barajas Airport | 11h05 | 23:10 Edinburgh Airport | 1 change | |
BA7056+ BA1458 | 13:25 Madrid Barajas Airport | 6h20 | 18:45 Edinburgh Airport | 1 change | |
BA7056+ BA1456 | 13:25 Madrid Barajas Airport | 5h35 | 18:00 Edinburgh Airport | 1 change | |
IB717+ IB3740 | 13:25 Madrid Barajas Airport | 6h20 | 18:45 Edinburgh Airport | 1 change | |
IB717+ IB3741 | 13:25 Madrid Barajas Airport | 7h15 | 19:40 Edinburgh Airport | 1 change | |
LH1113 · LH964 | 13:25 Madrid Barajas Airport | 10h40 | 23:05 Edinburgh Airport | 1 change | |
BA7056+ BA1460 | 13:25 Madrid Barajas Airport | 7h15 | 19:40 Edinburgh Airport | 1 change | |
BA7054+ BA1460 | 14:55 Madrid Barajas Airport | 5h45 | 19:40 Edinburgh Airport | 1 change | |
IB719+ IB3741 | 14:55 Madrid Barajas Airport | 5h45 | 19:40 Edinburgh Airport | 1 change | |
LH4163+ LH121 · LH964 | 14:55 Madrid Barajas Airport | 9h10 | 23:05 Edinburgh Airport | 2 changes | |
LH4163+ LH117 · LH964 | 14:55 Madrid Barajas Airport | 9h10 | 23:05 Edinburgh Airport | 2 changes | |
BA7054+ BA8714 | 14:55 Madrid Barajas Airport | 7h15 | 21:10 Edinburgh Airport | 1 change | |
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National museum covering science, design, world cultures and Scottish history. Excellent for varied collections and a dramatic central hall.
Major art gallery with Scottish and international works from the Renaissance to the late nineteenth century, beside Princes Street Gardens.
Contemporary art gallery in a converted schoolhouse, known for thoughtful exhibitions by Scottish and international artists near the Royal Mile.
Historic street linking the castle and Holyroodhouse, lined with closes, shops and public buildings. Ideal for first-time visitors on foot.
Extinct volcano with popular walking routes and broad views over the city and coast. A rewarding outdoor escape close to the centre.
Large public gardens below the castle, good for a break between Old and New Town sights, with monuments, lawns and seasonal planting.
A rich Scottish soup of smoked haddock, potatoes and onions, closely associated with east coast cooking and widely enjoyed in Edinburgh.
Scotland’s iconic savoury pudding of sheep’s offal, oats and spices, traditionally served with neeps and tatties at Burns suppers.
A classic Scottish dessert of raspberries, whipped cream, honey and toasted oats, often linked with soft fruit from eastern Scotland.
Elegant dining room serving refined Scottish tasting menus focused on seasonal produce in a calm central setting.
Popular traditional restaurant near the Castle, specialising in haggis, game and hearty Scottish comfort food.
Stylish brasserie and oyster bar with Scottish seafood, shellfish and classic dishes in a grand city-centre space.
Moderate for the UK. Rooms and dining are pricier in peak season, but buses are affordable and budget eats are easy to find.
Tipping is optional. In restaurants, 10-12.5% is common if service is not included. Round up taxi fares. Cafés and pubs usually do not expect tips.
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Edinburgh Airport -> St Andrew Square
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.

Most Madrid to Edinburgh flights use the Madrid Barajas Airport to Edinburgh Airport airport pair. Use this guide to compare Madrid and Edinburgh 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.
Edinburgh 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 the terminal, offering multiple currencies.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Edinburgh Airport: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Edinburgh Airport: Ramps, assistance.
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