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Museo Nacional del Prado
Spain’s premier art museum houses Velázquez, Goya and El Greco masterpieces, making it essential for understanding European painting.
Flights from Salou to Madrid depart on average 33 times per day, taking around 1h 59m. Cheap flight tickets for this journey start at £41 but you can travel from only £24 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 415 km distance in 1h 20m. December is the cheapest month to fly.
Distance 415 km |
Average flight duration 1h 59m |
Cheapest ticket price £41 |
Flights per day 33 |
Direct flights 10 |
Fastest flight 1h 20m |
First flight 5:45 |
Last flight 23:45 |
Cheapest Month Dec |
Cheapest Day Sat |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Tue |
Least Busy Day Fri |
Best time to book 56 days |
Cheapest price
£53
Average price
£375
Fastest journey
1 h 25 m
Average duration
1 h 25 m
Flights per day
46
Distance
415 km
The best way to find a cheap flight ticket from Salou to Madrid is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Salou to Madrid will cost around £375 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap flight tickets today for only £53.
Of the 46 flights that leave Salou for Madrid every day 11 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct flights cover the 415 km distance in an average of 1 h 25 m but if you time it right, some flights will get you there in just 1 h 25 m .
The slowest flights will take 1 h 25 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.
IB418
IB414
IB412
IB426
IB402
IB418
IB424
IB404
IB408
IB414Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Salou to Madrid among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from £24. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 59m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.4kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of £24, and a flight costs an average of £41.
Distance: 415 km
| Flight | Most popular Train | Coach |
|---|---|---|
£76 Average Price | £42 Average Price Cheapest | £48 Average Price |
4h 59m Average total duration Fastest 1h 59m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 5h 7m Average total duration 4h 37m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 26m Average total duration 5h 56m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
1.2 - 2.5kg CO2 emissions | 0.1 - 0.4kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.4 - 1.0kg CO2 emissions |
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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 Salou to Madrid flights for today, Tuesday 25 August. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated flight journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
LH4129+ LH1804 | 9:05 Barcelona El Prat Airport | 8h35 | 17:40 Madrid Barajas Airport | 1 change | |
IB404 | 9:15 Barcelona El Prat Airport | 1h25 | 10:40 Madrid Barajas Airport | 0 changesdirect | |
IB408 | 10:35 Barcelona El Prat Airport | 1h25 | 12:00 Madrid Barajas Airport | 0 changesdirect | |
UX7706 | 11:50 Barcelona El Prat Airport | 1h30 | 13:20 Madrid Barajas Airport | 0 changesdirect | |
LH4161 · LH4164 | 11:50 Barcelona El Prat Airport | 10h40 | 22:30 Madrid Barajas Airport | 1 change | |
LH4161+ LH1804 | 11:50 Barcelona El Prat Airport | 5h50 | 17:40 Madrid Barajas Airport | 1 change | |
UX6037 · UX6096 | 11:55 Barcelona El Prat Airport | 10h40 | 22:35 Madrid Barajas Airport | 1 change | |
UX6037 · UX6066 | 11:55 Barcelona El Prat Airport | 6h15 | 18:10 Madrid Barajas Airport | 1 change | |
UX6037 · UX6078 | 11:55 Barcelona El Prat Airport | 8h50 | 20:45 Madrid Barajas Airport | 1 change | |
LH1127 · LH1120 | 12:40 Barcelona El Prat Airport | 6h50 | 19:30 Madrid Barajas Airport | 1 change | |
IB412 | 13:35 Barcelona El Prat Airport | 1h25 | 15:00 Madrid Barajas Airport | 0 changesdirect | |
AT965 · AT970 | 13:45 Barcelona El Prat Airport | 5h25 | 19:10 Madrid Barajas Airport | 1 change | |
IB414 | 14:50 Barcelona El Prat Airport | 1h25 | 16:15 Madrid Barajas Airport | 0 changesdirect | |
SN3704 · SN3731 | 15:20 Barcelona El Prat Airport | 8h05 | 23:25 Madrid Barajas Airport | 1 change | |
UX6071 · UX6096 | 15:30 Barcelona El Prat Airport | 7h05 | 22:35 Madrid Barajas Airport | 1 change | |
UX6071 · UX6066 | 15:30 Barcelona El Prat Airport | 2h40 | 18:10 Madrid Barajas Airport | 1 change | |
UX6071 · UX6078 | 15:30 Barcelona El Prat Airport | 5h15 | 20:45 Madrid Barajas Airport | 1 change | |
LH1815+ LH4164 | 15:40 Barcelona El Prat Airport | 6h50 | 22:30 Madrid Barajas Airport | 1 change | |
IB418 | 18:15 Barcelona El Prat Airport | 1h25 | 19:40 Madrid Barajas Airport | 0 changesdirect | |
LH1817+ LH1800 | 18:40 Barcelona El Prat Airport | 16h25 | 11:05 Madrid Barajas Airport | 1 change | |
UX6073 · UX6096 | 18:45 Barcelona El Prat Airport | 3h50 | 22:35 Madrid Barajas Airport | 1 change | |
UX6073 · UX6022 | 18:45 Barcelona El Prat Airport | 13h45 | 8:30 Madrid Barajas Airport | 1 change | |
UX6073 · UX6012 | 18:45 Barcelona El Prat Airport | 14h40 | 9:25 Madrid Barajas Airport | 1 change | |
UX7708 | 20:00 Barcelona El Prat Airport | 1h25 | 21:25 Madrid Barajas Airport | 0 changesdirect | |
AT961 · AT5448 | 20:10 Barcelona El Prat Airport | 19h10 | 15:20 Madrid Barajas Airport | 1 change | |
AT961 · AT5303 | 20:10 Barcelona El Prat Airport | 24h30 | 20:40 Madrid Barajas Airport | 1 change | |
AT961 · AT970 | 20:10 Barcelona El Prat Airport | 23h00 | 19:10 Madrid Barajas Airport | 1 change | |
AT961 · AT972 | 20:10 Barcelona El Prat Airport | 16h25 | 12:35 Madrid Barajas Airport | 1 change | |
IB424 | 21:10 Barcelona El Prat Airport | 1h25 | 22:35 Madrid Barajas Airport | 0 changesdirect | |
UX6103 · UX6066 | 22:00 Barcelona El Prat Airport | 20h10 | 18:10 Madrid Barajas Airport | 1 change | |
UX6103 · UX6022 | 22:00 Barcelona El Prat Airport | 10h30 | 8:30 Madrid Barajas Airport | 1 change | |
UX6103 · UX6012 | 22:00 Barcelona El Prat Airport | 11h25 | 9:25 Madrid Barajas Airport | 1 change | |
UX6103 · UX6030 | 22:00 Barcelona El Prat Airport | 14h05 | 12:05 Madrid Barajas Airport | 1 change | |
UX6103 · UX6048 | 22:00 Barcelona El Prat Airport | 15h50 | 13:50 Madrid Barajas Airport | 1 change | |
| Wednesday 26 August | |||||
LH1139 · LH1114 | 6:40 Barcelona El Prat Airport | 9h30 | 16:10 Madrid Barajas Airport | 1 change | |
IB426 | 7:00 Barcelona El Prat Airport | 1h25 | 8:25 Madrid Barajas Airport | 0 changesdirect | |
LH1819 · LH1804 | 7:55 Barcelona El Prat Airport | 9h45 | 17:40 Madrid Barajas Airport | 1 change | |
LH1819+ LH4162 | 7:55 Barcelona El Prat Airport | 6h15 | 14:10 Madrid Barajas Airport | 1 change | |
LH1137 · LH1114 | 8:00 Barcelona El Prat Airport | 8h10 | 16:10 Madrid Barajas Airport | 1 change | |
UX6007 · UX6096 | 8:40 Barcelona El Prat Airport | 13h55 | 22:35 Madrid Barajas Airport | 1 change | |
UX6007 · UX6078 | 8:40 Barcelona El Prat Airport | 12h05 | 20:45 Madrid Barajas Airport | 1 change | |
UX6007 · UX6048 | 8:40 Barcelona El Prat Airport | 5h10 | 13:50 Madrid Barajas Airport | 1 change | |
UX6007 · UX6030 | 8:40 Barcelona El Prat Airport | 3h25 | 12:05 Madrid Barajas Airport | 1 change | |
IB402 | 8:50 Barcelona El Prat Airport | 1h25 | 10:15 Madrid Barajas Airport | 0 changesdirect | |
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Aeropuerto T4 -> Nuevos Ministerios
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Most Salou to Madrid flights use the Barcelona El Prat Airport to Madrid Barajas Airport airport pair. Use this guide to compare Salou and Madrid 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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