- Must visit
Museu Nacional Arqueològic de Tarragona
Main archaeology museum for Roman Tarragona, displaying sculptures, mosaics and finds that give context to the city's ancient monuments.
Flights from Madrid to Tarragona depart on average 34 times per day, taking around 1h 42m. Cheap flight tickets for this journey start at £24 but you can travel from only £10 by train.
There are 10 flights per day. The earliest flight runs at 05:45, the last at 23:45. The fastest flight covers the 424 km distance in 1h 15m. August is the cheapest month to fly.
Distance 424 km |
Average flight duration 1h 42m |
Cheapest ticket price £24 |
Flights per day 34 |
Direct flights 10 |
Fastest flight 1h 15m |
First flight 5:45 |
Last flight 23:45 |
Cheapest Month Aug |
Cheapest Day Sat |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Thu |
Least Busy Day Sun |
Best time to book 70 days |
Cheapest price on 02 Sept
£52
Average ticket price on 02 Sept
£257
Fastest journey on 02 Sept
1 h 20 m
Average journey duration on 02 Sept
1 h 20 m
Flights on 02 Sept
46
Distance
424 km
The best way to find a cheap flight ticket from Madrid to Tarragona is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Madrid to Tarragona will cost around £257 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap flight tickets today for only £52.
On Wed 02 Sept, we found 46 flights from Madrid to Tarragona, including 12 direct services.
These direct flights cover the 424 km distance in an average of 1 h 20 m but if you time it right, some flights will get you there in just 1 h 20 m .
The slowest flights will take 1 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.
UX7703
IB415
UX6031 · UX6102
UX6013 · UX6102
IB411
IB401
IB411
IB425
IB403
IB407Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Madrid to Tarragona among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the train, with an average ticket price of £41 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 3h 42m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.1 - 0.4kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a train costs an average of £41, while a flight costs an average of £87.
Distance: 424 km
| Flight | Most popular Train | Coach |
|---|---|---|
£87 Average Price | £41 Average Price Cheapest | £47 Average Price |
3h 42m Average total duration Fastest 1h 42m Onboard + 2h 0m Additional time* | 4h 21m Average total duration 3h 51m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 12m Average total duration 5h 42m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
1.3 - 2.5kg CO2 emissions | 0.1 - 0.4kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.4 - 1.1kg CO2 emissions |
![]() Most popular airline | ![]() Most popular train company | ![]() Most popular bus company |
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 Tarragona flights for today, Tuesday 1 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated flight journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
LH1115 · LH1138 | 17:00 Madrid Barajas Airport | 6h05 | 23:05 Barcelona El Prat Airport | 1 change | |
UX6079 · UX6006 | 17:05 Madrid Barajas Airport | 14h50 | 7:55 Barcelona El Prat Airport | 1 change | |
UX6079 · UX6102 | 17:05 Madrid Barajas Airport | 4h05 | 21:10 Barcelona El Prat Airport | 1 change | |
UX6079 · UX6156 | 17:05 Madrid Barajas Airport | 18h00 | 11:05 Barcelona El Prat Airport | 1 change | |
UX6079 · UX6060 | 17:05 Madrid Barajas Airport | 21h15 | 14:20 Barcelona El Prat Airport | 1 change | |
UX6079 · UX6072 | 17:05 Madrid Barajas Airport | 24h50 | 17:55 Barcelona El Prat Airport | 1 change | |
UX6097 · UX6072 | 19:00 Madrid Barajas Airport | 22h55 | 17:55 Barcelona El Prat Airport | 1 change | |
UX6097 · UX6156 | 19:00 Madrid Barajas Airport | 16h05 | 11:05 Barcelona El Prat Airport | 1 change | |
UX6097 · UX6060 | 19:00 Madrid Barajas Airport | 19h20 | 14:20 Barcelona El Prat Airport | 1 change | |
UX6097 · UX6102 | 19:00 Madrid Barajas Airport | 26h10 | 21:10 Barcelona El Prat Airport | 1 change | |
UX6097 · UX6006 | 19:00 Madrid Barajas Airport | 12h55 | 7:55 Barcelona El Prat Airport | 1 change | |
IB423 | 19:00 Madrid Barajas Airport | 1h20 | 20:20 Barcelona El Prat Airport | 0 changesdirect | |
LX2033+ LX1952 | 19:30 Madrid Barajas Airport | 13h20 | 8:50 Barcelona El Prat Airport | 1 change | |
IB425 | 20:00 Madrid Barajas Airport | 1h20 | 21:20 Barcelona El Prat Airport | 0 changesdirect | |
AT971 · AT960 | 20:10 Madrid Barajas Airport | 23h00 | 19:10 Barcelona El Prat Airport | 1 change | |
AT971 · AT964 | 20:10 Madrid Barajas Airport | 16h35 | 12:45 Barcelona El Prat Airport | 1 change | |
UX6049 · UX6156 | 21:45 Madrid Barajas Airport | 13h20 | 11:05 Barcelona El Prat Airport | 1 change | |
UX6049 · UX6060 | 21:45 Madrid Barajas Airport | 16h35 | 14:20 Barcelona El Prat Airport | 1 change | |
UX6049 · UX6006 | 21:45 Madrid Barajas Airport | 10h10 | 7:55 Barcelona El Prat Airport | 1 change | |
UX6049 · UX6102 | 21:45 Madrid Barajas Airport | 23h25 | 21:10 Barcelona El Prat Airport | 1 change | |
UX6049 · UX6072 | 21:45 Madrid Barajas Airport | 20h10 | 17:55 Barcelona El Prat Airport | 1 change | |
| Wednesday 2 September | |||||
LH1121 · LH1128 | 5:55 Madrid Barajas Airport | 7h10 | 13:05 Barcelona El Prat Airport | 1 change | |
IB401 | 6:40 Madrid Barajas Airport | 1h20 | 8:00 Barcelona El Prat Airport | 0 changesdirect | |
LH4165+ LH1818 | 7:00 Madrid Barajas Airport | 15h25 | 22:25 Barcelona El Prat Airport | 1 change | |
IB403 | 7:05 Madrid Barajas Airport | 1h20 | 8:25 Barcelona El Prat Airport | 0 changesdirect | |
UX4063 · UX4014 · UX6102 | 7:10 Madrid Barajas Airport | 14h00 | 21:10 Barcelona El Prat Airport | 2 changes | |
UX4063 · UX4008 · UX6060 | 7:10 Madrid Barajas Airport | 7h10 | 14:20 Barcelona El Prat Airport | 2 changes | |
UX7701 | 7:30 Madrid Barajas Airport | 1h25 | 8:55 Barcelona El Prat Airport | 0 changesdirect | |
UX6031 · UX6102 | 8:20 Madrid Barajas Airport | 12h50 | 21:10 Barcelona El Prat Airport | 1 change | |
UX6031 · UX6060 | 8:20 Madrid Barajas Airport | 6h00 | 14:20 Barcelona El Prat Airport | 1 change | |
UX6031 · UX6156 | 8:20 Madrid Barajas Airport | 2h45 | 11:05 Barcelona El Prat Airport | 1 change | |
UX6031 · UX6006 | 8:20 Madrid Barajas Airport | 23h35 | 7:55 Barcelona El Prat Airport | 1 change | |
IB407 | 8:25 Madrid Barajas Airport | 1h20 | 9:45 Barcelona El Prat Airport | 0 changesdirect | |
UX6021 · UX6006 | 9:20 Madrid Barajas Airport | 22h35 | 7:55 Barcelona El Prat Airport | 1 change | |
UX6021 · UX6060 | 9:20 Madrid Barajas Airport | 5h00 | 14:20 Barcelona El Prat Airport | 1 change | |
UX6013 · UX6102 | 10:15 Madrid Barajas Airport | 10h55 | 21:10 Barcelona El Prat Airport | 1 change | |
UX6013 · UX6060 | 10:15 Madrid Barajas Airport | 4h05 | 14:20 Barcelona El Prat Airport | 1 change | |
UX6013 · UX6006 | 10:15 Madrid Barajas Airport | 21h40 | 7:55 Barcelona El Prat Airport | 1 change | |
IB409 | 10:45 Madrid Barajas Airport | 1h20 | 12:05 Barcelona El Prat Airport | 0 changesdirect | |
IB411 | 11:25 Madrid Barajas Airport | 1h20 | 12:45 Barcelona El Prat Airport | 0 changesdirect | |
LH1801 · LH1818 | 11:50 Madrid Barajas Airport | 10h35 | 22:25 Barcelona El Prat Airport | 1 change | |
IB413 | 12:40 Madrid Barajas Airport | 1h20 | 14:00 Barcelona El Prat Airport | 0 changesdirect | |
SN3722+ SN3705 | 12:40 Madrid Barajas Airport | 7h50 | 20:30 Barcelona El Prat Airport | 1 change | |
LH1113 · LH1136 | 13:05 Madrid Barajas Airport | 6h40 | 19:45 Barcelona El Prat Airport | 1 change | |
LH1113 · LH1138 | 13:05 Madrid Barajas Airport | 10h00 | 23:05 Barcelona El Prat Airport | 1 change | |
AT973 · AT960 | 13:35 Madrid Barajas Airport | 5h35 | 19:10 Barcelona El Prat Airport | 1 change | |
LH4163+ LH1818 | 14:55 Madrid Barajas Airport | 7h30 | 22:25 Barcelona El Prat Airport | 1 change | |
IB415 | 15:05 Madrid Barajas Airport | 1h20 | 16:25 Barcelona El Prat Airport | 0 changesdirect | |
UX7703 | 15:10 Madrid Barajas Airport | 1h25 | 16:35 Barcelona El Prat Airport | 0 changesdirect | |
UX4065 · UX4014 · UX6102 | 15:15 Madrid Barajas Airport | 5h55 | 21:10 Barcelona El Prat Airport | 2 changes | |
IB417 | 15:55 Madrid Barajas Airport | 1h25 | 17:20 Barcelona El Prat Airport | 0 changesdirect | |
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Main archaeology museum for Roman Tarragona, displaying sculptures, mosaics and finds that give context to the city's ancient monuments.
Art museum in a historic building with Gothic and modern collections, religious works and temporary exhibitions in the old quarter.
Local history museum with Roman remains under the square and exhibits on Tarragona's urban development across different periods.
Seafront promenade lined with palms and balconies, popular for walks, sea views and easy access to the historic centre.
Broad pedestrian avenue between the station area and old town, known for shops, civic buildings and everyday city life.
Historic upper town of narrow lanes, small squares and stone façades, ideal for wandering between cathedral and Roman remains.
Romesco is Tarragona’s signature sauce of roasted peppers, tomatoes, almonds and olive oil, traditionally served with fish, calçots or seafood.
Calçots are sweet spring onions charred over flames and dipped in romesco. They are central to winter calçotades across Tarragona province.
Xató is a Catalan salad of escarole, salt cod, tuna, anchovies and olives with a nutty romesco-style dressing, popular along this coast.
Established harbour-side dining room specialising in Mediterranean seafood, paellas and market fish with a refined but relaxed atmosphere.
Well-known seafood restaurant in El Serrallo, popular for rice dishes, shellfish and classic coastal cooking in a polished setting.
Traditional tavern-style venue in the old town known for vermouth, tapas and Catalan small plates in a lively historic setting.
Moderate for Spain: dining and local transport are reasonable, while summer accommodation near the coast can raise overall trip costs versus smaller inland cities.
Tipping is modest. In restaurants, round up or leave 5-10% for very good service. In cafés, small change is enough. For taxis, round up the fare rather than tipping heavily.
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Madrid to Tarragona 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 Tarragona, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Madrid to Tarragona flights use the Madrid Barajas Airport to Barcelona El Prat Airport airport pair. Use this guide to compare Madrid and Tarragona 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.
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