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Overview: Santiago de Compostela to Madrid flight
Flights from Santiago de Compostela to Madrid depart on average 3 times per day, taking around 1h 32m. Cheap flight tickets for this journey start at £57 but you can travel from only £20 by coach.
There are 3 flights per day. The earliest flight runs at 06:00, the last at 23:50. The fastest flight covers the 487 km distance in 1h 15m. July is the cheapest month to fly.
Distance 487 km |
Average flight duration 1h 32m |
Cheapest ticket price £57 |
Flights per day 3 |
Direct flights 3 |
Fastest flight 1h 15m |
Cheapest month to travel July |
First flight 06:00 |
Last flight 23:50 |
The cheapest and fastest flights from Santiago de Compostela to Madrid
Cheapest price
£300
Average price
£329
Fastest journey
1 h 15 m
Average duration
1 h 15 m
Flights per day
2
Distance
487 km
The best way to find a cheap flight ticket from Santiago de Compostela to Madrid is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Santiago de Compostela to Madrid will cost around £329 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap flight tickets today for only £300.
Of the 2 flights that leave Santiago de Compostela for Madrid 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 487 km distance in an average of 1 h 15 m but if you time it right, some flights will get you there in just 1 h 15 m .
The slowest flights will take 1 h 15 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.
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Compare train, coach and flight for Santiago de Compostela to Madrid
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Santiago de Compostela to Madrid among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £20. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 32m. 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 coach costs an average of £20, and a flight costs an average of £57.
Distance: 487 km
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| Flight | Most popular Train | Coach |
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£214 Average Price | £70 Average Price | £50 Average Price Cheapest |
4h 32m Average total duration Fastest 1h 32m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 3h 51m Average total duration 3h 21m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 9h 18m Average total duration 8h 48m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
1.5 - 2.9kg CO2 emissions | 0.1 - 0.4kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.5 - 1.2kg CO2 emissions |
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Live departures
Santiago de Compostela to Madrid flight times
The table below shows live departures for Santiago de Compostela to Madrid flights for today, Tuesday 2 December. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated flight journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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IB518 | 08:25 Santiago de Compostela Airport | 1h15 | 09:40 Madrid Barajas Airport | 0 changesdirect | |
IB520 | 12:45 Santiago de Compostela Airport | 1h15 | 14:00 Madrid Barajas Airport | 0 changesdirect | |
IB1138 | 20:45 Santiago de Compostela Airport | 1h15 | 22:00 Madrid Barajas Airport | 0 changesdirect | |
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FAQs: Santiago de Compostela to Madrid flights
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Santiago de Compostela to Madrid 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 Madrid, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Flights from Santiago de Compostela to Madrid generally leave from Santiago de Compostela Airport and arrive in Madrid Barajas Airport.
Santiago de Compostela Airport is 18.3 km away from Santiago de Compostela city centre and Madrid Barajas Airport is 15.9 km from Madrid city centre.
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Important Stations and Airports in Santiago de Compostela and Madrid
- Free Wi-Fi available throughout the airport.
- Shops available, including duty-free and local products shop in the terminal.
- Parking available, short-term parking costs around 1.5€ per hour.
- Available outside the terminal.
- Elevators, ramps, toilets.
- Available throughout the airport.
- Lounge available, VIP Lounge with snacks and drinks.
- Located in the main terminal.
- Buses: 6A, 6
- Train: NA
- Metro: NA
- 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
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