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Overview: Madrid to Leipzig flight

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Flights from Madrid to Leipzig depart on average 11 times per day, taking around 3h 42m. Cheap flight tickets for this journey start at £127 but you can travel from only £85 by coach.

The earliest flight runs at 05:55, the last at 22:55. The fastest flight covers the 1732 km distance in 2h 50m. February is the cheapest month to fly.

Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Coach from £85
Distance
1732 km
Average flight duration
3h 42m
Cheapest ticket price
£127
Flights per day
11
Fastest flight
2h 50m
Cheapest month to travel
February
First flight
05:55
Last flight
22:55
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Coach from £85

The cheapest and fastest flights from Madrid to Leipzig

Showing times and prices for 21 Dec

Cheapest price

£41

Average price

£298

Fastest journey

3 h 15 m

Average duration

5 h 37 m

Flights per day

33

Distance

1732 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap flight ticket from Madrid to Leipzig is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.

The average ticket from Madrid to Leipzig will cost around £298 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap flight tickets today for only £41.

Fast flights

Of the 33 flights that leave Madrid for Leipzig every day 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.

These direct flights cover the 1732 km distance in an average of 5 h 37 m but if you time it right, some flights will get you there in just 3 h 15 m .

The slowest flights will take 7 h 20 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.

RyanairFR 2528
06:103h15
Madrid Barajas Airport
09:25Berlin Brandenburg Airport
£411One-way
0 changes
Iberia ExpressIB1801+Deutsche BahnIC 2174 · ICE 695
07:4011h02
Madrid Barajas Airport
18:42Leipzig Hbf
£2001One-way
2 changes
Iberia ExpressIB1801+Deutsche Bahn18525 · ICE 1709
07:4011h36
Madrid Barajas Airport
19:16Leipzig Hbf
£2141One-way
2 changes
Iberia ExpressIB1801+Deutsche BahnIC 2178 · ICE 691
07:407h02
Madrid Barajas Airport
14:42Leipzig Hbf
£2221One-way
2 changes
Air FranceAF1401 · AF1734+Deutsche BahnIC 2174 · ICE 695
06:0012h42
Madrid Barajas Airport
18:42Leipzig Hbf
£2331One-way
3 changes

Travel Information

Compare train, coach and flight for Madrid to Leipzig

Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Madrid to Leipzig among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £85. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 3h 42m. 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 coach costs an average of £85, and a flight costs an average of £127.

Distance: 1732 km

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Flight
Most popular
Coach
Train

£378

Average Price

£161

Average Price

Cheapest

£302

Average Price

6h 42m

Average total duration

Fastest

3h 42m

Onboard

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3h 0m

Additional time*

32h 3m

Average total duration

31h 33m

Onboard

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30m

Additional time*

46h 30m

Average total duration

46h 0m

Onboard

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30m

Additional time*

5.2 - 10.4kg

CO2 emissions

1.7 - 4.3kg

CO2 emissions

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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.

Live departures

Madrid to Leipzig flight times

The table below shows live departures for Madrid to Leipzig flights for today, Saturday 20 December. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated flight journeys.

Last updated at 04:01
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesChanges
Tickets
lufthansaLH1121+lufthansa_citylineLH16005:00 Madrid Barajas Airport
12h10
17:10 Leipzig/Halle Airport1 change
lufthansaLH1121 · LH15805:00 Madrid Barajas Airport
7h15
12:15 Leipzig/Halle Airport1 change
lufthansaLH1121+lufthansa_citylineLH15605:00 Madrid Barajas Airport
4h25
09:25 Leipzig/Halle Airport1 change
klmKL1500 · KL1775+deutsche_bahnIC 2178 · ICE 69105:00 Madrid Barajas Airport
8h42
13:42 Leipzig Hbf3 changes
klmKL1500 · KL1775+deutsche_bahnIC 2174 · ICE 69505:00 Madrid Barajas Airport
12h42
17:42 Leipzig Hbf3 changes
klmKL1500 · KL1775+deutsche_bahnIC 2172 · ICE 69705:00 Madrid Barajas Airport
14h42
19:42 Leipzig Hbf3 changes
brussels_airlinesSN3732 · SN2581+deutsche_bahnIC 2172 · ICE 69705:25 Madrid Barajas Airport
14h17
19:42 Leipzig Hbf3 changes
brussels_airlinesSN3732 · SN2581+deutsche_bahnIC 2174 · ICE 69505:25 Madrid Barajas Airport
12h17
17:42 Leipzig Hbf3 changes
brussels_airlinesSN3732 · SN2581+deutsche_bahnIC 2178 · ICE 69105:25 Madrid Barajas Airport
8h17
13:42 Leipzig Hbf3 changes
lufthansaLH1807+lufthansa_citylineLH1940+deutsche_bahn21916 · ICE 60506:25 Madrid Barajas Airport
12h21
18:46 Leipzig Hbf3 changes
lufthansaLH1807+lufthansa_citylineLH109 · LH16006:25 Madrid Barajas Airport
10h45
17:10 Leipzig/Halle Airport2 changes
lufthansaLH1807+lufthansa_citylineLH1940+deutsche_bahnIC 2174 · ICE 69506:25 Madrid Barajas Airport
11h17
17:42 Leipzig Hbf3 changes
lufthansaLH1807+lufthansa_citylineLH1940+deutsche_bahnIC 2172 · ICE 69706:25 Madrid Barajas Airport
13h17
19:42 Leipzig Hbf3 changes
lufthansaLH1807 · LH111+lufthansa_citylineLH16006:25 Madrid Barajas Airport
10h45
17:10 Leipzig/Halle Airport2 changes
iberia_expressIB1801+deutsche_bahnIC 2174 · ICE 69506:40 Madrid Barajas Airport
11h02
17:42 Leipzig Hbf2 changes
iberia_expressIB1801+deutsche_bahnIC 2178 · ICE 69106:40 Madrid Barajas Airport
7h02
13:42 Leipzig Hbf2 changes
iberia_expressIB1801+deutsche_bahnIC 2172 · ICE 69706:40 Madrid Barajas Airport
13h02
19:42 Leipzig Hbf2 changes
lufthansaLH1123 · LH186+deutsche_bahnIC 2174 · ICE 69507:25 Madrid Barajas Airport
10h17
17:42 Leipzig Hbf3 changes
lufthansaLH1123 · LH15807:25 Madrid Barajas Airport
4h50
12:15 Leipzig/Halle Airport1 change
lufthansaLH1123 · LH186+deutsche_bahn21916 · ICE 60507:25 Madrid Barajas Airport
11h21
18:46 Leipzig Hbf3 changes
lufthansaLH1123+lufthansa_citylineLH16007:25 Madrid Barajas Airport
9h45
17:10 Leipzig/Halle Airport1 change
lufthansaLH1123 · LH186+deutsche_bahnIC 2172 · ICE 69707:25 Madrid Barajas Airport
12h17
19:42 Leipzig Hbf3 changes
malta_airFR 252808:55 Madrid Barajas Airport
3h15
12:10 Berlin Brandenburg Airport0 changesdirect
swissLX2027+air_balticLX970+deutsche_bahnIC 2172 · ICE 69709:10 Madrid Barajas Airport
10h32
19:42 Leipzig Hbf3 changes
swissLX2027 · LX980+deutsche_bahnIC 2174 · ICE 69509:10 Madrid Barajas Airport
8h32
17:42 Leipzig Hbf3 changes
swissLX2027 · LX980+deutsche_bahnIC 2172 · ICE 69709:10 Madrid Barajas Airport
10h32
19:42 Leipzig Hbf3 changes
klmKL1502 · KL1779+deutsche_bahnIC 2172 · ICE 69710:00 Madrid Barajas Airport
9h42
19:42 Leipzig Hbf3 changes
klmKL1502 · KL1781+deutsche_bahnIC 2172 · ICE 69710:00 Madrid Barajas Airport
9h42
19:42 Leipzig Hbf3 changes
klmKL1502 · KL1779+deutsche_bahnIC 2174 · ICE 69510:00 Madrid Barajas Airport
7h42
17:42 Leipzig Hbf3 changes
lufthansaLH1801+lufthansa_citylineLH1942+deutsche_bahn21918 · ICE 110511:00 Madrid Barajas Airport
8h15
19:15 Leipzig Hbf4 changes
lufthansaLH1801+lufthansa_citylineLH1942+deutsche_bahn21916 · ICE 60511:00 Madrid Barajas Airport
7h46
18:46 Leipzig Hbf3 changes
lufthansaLH1801+lufthansa_citylineLH1942+deutsche_bahnIC 2172 · ICE 69711:00 Madrid Barajas Airport
8h42
19:42 Leipzig Hbf3 changes
klmKL1504 · KL1781+deutsche_bahnIC 2172 · ICE 69712:05 Madrid Barajas Airport
7h37
19:42 Leipzig Hbf3 changes
swissLX2763+air_balticLX970+deutsche_bahnIC 2172 · ICE 69712:05 Madrid Barajas Airport
7h37
19:42 Leipzig Hbf3 changes
lufthansaLH1113 · LH16413:10 Madrid Barajas Airport
8h50
22:00 Leipzig/Halle Airport1 change
lufthansa04:00 Madrid
8h15
12:15 Leipzig0 changesdirect

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How far in advance should I book flight tickets from Madrid to Leipzig?

The best time to book your flight from Madrid to Leipzig is 35 days before departure. See how prices for flights change on the Madrid to Leipzig route.
Prices are for one-way tickets for one passenger from Madrid to Leipzig per month. Insights are sourced from fares found by Omio users in the last 12 months. Current prices may differ as prices vary depending on the time of day, class or how far in advance you book your flight from Madrid to Leipzig.

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Airlines: Lufthansa, Condor from Madrid to LeipzigFind the best flights between Madrid to Leipzig with Omio's travel partners Lufthansa, Condor from £85. We can find you the best deals, schedules and tickets when comparing and booking the best trip.

Lufthansa

About
Lufthansa is Germany’s largest airline and one of the leading carriers in Europe, connecting travelers to destinations worldwide from its main hubs in Frankfurt and Munich. Its modern fleet offers a wide choice of travel experiences, from Economy Class with affordable fares and onboard entertainment to Premium Economy, Business Class, and First Class with extra comfort, fine dining, and exclusive lounge access.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
4h 45m
Cheapest Price
£168
Lufthansa frequency
11 a day
Luggage included
1 carry-on bag (8 kg) and 1 personal item included in Economy Class
Additional luggage
Additional bags can be purchased, prices vary by route and fare type
Cancellation Policy
Refunds depend on fare type; most flexible fares offer full refund, basic fares are non-refundable
Pregnant on board
Lufthansa allows travel up to end of 36th week for single pregnancies, 32nd week for multiple pregnancies. Medical certificate required after 28th week
Unaccompagned minor
Unaccompanied minor service available for children aged 5-11 (mandatory) and 12-17 (optional). Service fee applies
Amenities on board the airplane
Wifi
Food sold onboard
USB plugs
Accessibility
Lufthansa provides wheelchair service and special assistance for passengers with reduced mobility
Pets
Small dogs and cats allowed in cabin or cargo hold, fees apply. Service animals travel free of charge
Entertaiment on board

Condor

About
Condor Flugdienst GmbH, commonly known as Condor, is a German leisure airline established in 1955 and based in Neu-Isenburg, Hesse, with its main hub at Frankfurt Airport. It offers scheduled and charter flights, operating medium-haul routes to the Mediterranean Basin and the Canary Islands, as well as long-haul flights to destinations in Africa, Asia, North America, South America, and the Caribbean. Condor is recognized for its customer-centric services, providing various travel classes and in-flight amenities to enhance the passenger experience. The airline is also focused on sustainability, continually updating its fleet with more fuel-efficient aircraft.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Luggage included
1 piece of hand luggage (max 8kg) included in all fares
Additional luggage
Up to 23kg checked baggage can be added for a fee
Cancellation Policy
Free cancellation within 24h of booking if flight is more than 8 days away, otherwise fees apply based on fare type
Pregnant on board
Up to end of 36th week for single pregnancy, up to end of 32nd week for multiple pregnancy. Medical certificate required after 28th week
Unaccompagned minor
Available for children aged 5-11, must be booked at least 48h in advance, service fee applies
Amenities on board the airplane
Wifi
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair assistance available, must be requested at least 48h before departure
Pets
Small pets in cabin (max 6kg including carrier), must be booked in advance, limited spots
Entertaiment on board

FAQs: Madrid to Leipzig flights

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Madrid to Leipzig 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 Leipzig, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

FAQs
Cheap plane tickets from Madrid to Leipzig can start from as little as £164 when you book in advance. The average flight ticket price for Madrid to Leipzig is £285; however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.
The average journey time by plane from Madrid to Leipzig is 4 h 50 min   to travel the 1073 mile long trip, with around there are 13 flights per day. Journey times can vary on weekends and holidays.
The earliest flight from Madrid to Leipzig leaves at 05: 55. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner   from Omio.
The latest flight from Madrid to Leipzig leaves at 22: 35.
There are 13 flights a day from Madrid to Leipzig which require at least one change with Lufthansa. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer flights.
When taking a flight from Madrid to Leipzig, you can count on Lufthansa for the best way to get you to Leipzig. You can also check all possible airlines who offer a service between Madrid and Leipzig and compare the amenities they offer before buying a plane ticket.
The cheapest month to travel from Madrid to Leipzig by plane is September.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 3 ways to travel to Leipzig from Madrid including taking a train, coach or flight.

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Important Stations and Airports in Madrid and Leipzig

Madrid
Leipzig
The major airport for departures in Madrid is Madrid Barajas Airport. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Madrid Barajas Airport for your trip from Madrid to Leipzig.
Amenities at airport
WifiWifi
ShoppingShopping
ParkingParking
ATMATM
TaxisTaxis
AccessibilityAccessibility
WCWC
ShowerShower
LoungeLounge
Lost and Found OfficeLost and Found Office
information
ticketOfficeHours
Distance to city center
12 km
carConnection
Car connection
M-14, exit 2
Wifi
Wifi
  • Free Wi-Fi available throughout the airport.
Shopping
Shopping
  • Shops in all terminals, including duty-free and fashion brands.
Parking
Parking
  • Parking available at all terminals, approximately 2.5€ per hour.
Taxis
Taxis
  • Available outside the terminal.
Accessibility
Accessibility
  • Ramps, assistance.
WC
WC
  • Available throughout the airport.
Shower
Shower
  • Yes
Lounge
Lounge
  • Lounges available in all terminals, including VIP lounges.
Lost and Found Office
Lost and Found Office
  • Located in Terminal 1, 2, and 4.
Public transport options for Madrid Barajas Airport
  • Metro: Line 8
  • Bus: Lines 101, 200, Exprés-203
  • Train: Cercanías C1, C10

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