Cheap flights from Columbus (CMH) to Madrid (MAD) from $325

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 7/16. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel. Click the price to replicate the search for this deal.
CMH — MAD
Jun 7 — Jun 141

The best prices from Columbus to Madrid Barajas are usually found in November or January, booked 36 days in advance, depart on a Tuesday or Wednesday and return on a Tuesday

Cheap flight deals from Columbus to Madrid

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Columbus (CMH) to Madrid (MAD). Learn about various techniques such as flexible date searches, comparing prices across and setting up price alerts. Use these methods to find the cheapest flights available for your travel needs. Data last updated June 2, 2024.

Popular in

June

Cheapest in

November

Average price

$1,463

Round-trip from

$559
High demand for flights, 34% potential price rise
Best time to find cheap flights, 33% potential price drop
Average for round-trip flights in June 2024
From Columbus to Madrid Barajas

What is the cheapest day to fly round-trip from Columbus Airport to Madrid?

Users have found that flying from Columbus Airport to Madrid on a Friday typically leans towards higher prices. However, this doesn’t mean you still can’t find a deal. Flexibility with other aspects of your flight can still land a great price for your trip.

How far in advance should I book a flight from Columbus Airport to Madrid?

When searching for a good deal, it’s best to be prepared for potential fluctuations in price. We recommend booking at least 37 days in advance, which can save you up to 37% on flights from Columbus Airport to Madrid compared to booking the week you need them. Waiting 37 days out may not be for everyone, so we have options available for flights within the next two weeks, with the lowest price starting at $476. For sooner than that we have options available in the next 3 days from $622.

What is the cheapest month to fly from Columbus Airport to Madrid?

The best pricing can be found in the month of November. Prices to Madrid from Columbus Airport average $962. You can even find prices in November for less than $962, as users have found deals to Madrid from as low as $477. The month of June appears to be one of the more expensive times to travel to Madrid from Columbus Airport. Flying in the targeted month can save you up to 52%.

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from CMH to MAD?

It’s typically best to fly out from Columbus Airport to Madrid in the morning. Doing so could potentially save you 19% on the flight price compared to flying at noon, which is usually more expensive.

Cheap American Airlines flights from Columbus to Madrid

Explore cheap flight options specifically provided by American Airlines for the route between Columbus and Madrid. Find affordable fares and compare prices with other airlines to secure the best deal for your journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,810,401 searches. Data last updated June 2, 2024.
Take a peek at the cheapest American Airlines flights we've detected traveling from Columbus to Madrid. Make sure to check back often as deals are often changing.
Fri 10/189:01 amCMH - MAD
1 stop19h 09mAmerican Airlines
Mon 10/2810:45 amMAD - CMH
1 stop14h 43mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 6/2$697
Tue 8/272:49 pmCMH - MAD
1 stop11h 01mAmerican Airlines
Fri 9/1310:25 amMAD - CMH
2 stops14h 02mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 6/1$719
Wed 8/282:49 pmCMH - MAD
1 stop11h 01mAmerican Airlines
Sat 9/141:00 pmMAD - CMH
2 stops14h 54mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 6/1$769
Thu 8/2912:31 pmCMH - MAD
1 stop11h 39mAmerican Airlines
Sun 9/151:00 pmMAD - CMH
2 stops15h 49mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 6/1$819

Cheap British Airways flights from Columbus to Madrid

Explore cheap flight options specifically provided by British Airways for the route between Columbus and Madrid. Find affordable fares and compare prices with other airlines to secure the best deal for your journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,810,401 searches. Data last updated June 2, 2024.
To aid your search, here are some of the cheapest British Airways flights we've found from Columbus to Madrid. Deals are refreshing constantly so come back soon for more options.
Tue 11/511:30 amCMH - MAD
2 stops18h 20mBritish Airways
Wed 11/2010:45 amMAD - CMH
1 stop12h 36mBritish Airways
Deal found 6/1$472
Fri 10/181:10 pmCMH - MAD
2 stops24h 45mBritish Airways
Mon 10/287:20 pmMAD - CMH
2 stops30h 08mBritish Airways
Deal found 6/2$686
Fri 10/189:01 amCMH - MAD
1 stop17h 24mBritish Airways
Mon 10/287:20 pmMAD - CMH
2 stops30h 08mBritish Airways
Deal found 6/2$688
Sun 6/2311:24 amCMH - MAD
1 stop14h 46mBritish Airways
Fri 7/1912:00 pmMAD - CMH
1 stop11h 27mBritish Airways
Deal found 6/1$709
Sat 8/243:50 pmCMH - MAD
2 stops46h 05mBritish Airways
Tue 9/109:10 amMAD - CMH
2 stops31h 51mBritish Airways
Deal found 6/1$758
Mon 7/15:55 pmCMH - MAD
2 stops20h 00mBritish Airways
Sun 7/1412:00 pmMAD - CMH
1 stop33h 18mBritish Airways
Deal found 6/1$791
Mon 7/112:51 pmCMH - MAD
1 stop13h 19mBritish Airways
Sun 7/1412:00 pmMAD - CMH
1 stop33h 18mBritish Airways
Deal found 6/1$793
Sat 9/2112:30 pmCMH - MAD
1 stop13h 55mBritish Airways
Sat 9/2810:25 amMAD - CMH
1 stop12h 40mBritish Airways
Deal found 6/2$820
Sun 6/2312:51 pmCMH - MAD
1 stop13h 19mBritish Airways
Fri 7/1910:25 amMAD - CMH
1 stop12h 32mBritish Airways
Deal found 6/2$904

Cheap Columbus to Madrid flights in June & July 2024

Find cheap flight options from Columbus to Madrid specifically for the months of June and July 2024. Explore affordable fares based on user searches. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,810,401 searches. Prices were last updated on June 2, 2024.
These are some of the best deals we've found on flights to Madrid in 2024 at this time. Check back in a little while for more flight options.
Mon 6/311:20 amCMH - MAD
2 stops14h 45mUnited Airlines
Wed 6/1911:15 amMAD - CMH
1 stop28h 23mUnited Airlines
Deal found 6/2$702
Tue 6/48:33 amCMH - MAD
1 stop17h 52mBritish Airways
Tue 6/2512:00 pmMAD - CMH
1 stop11h 21mBritish Airways
Deal found 6/1$709
Sun 6/237:15 amCMH - MAD
2 stops22h 00mUnited Airlines
Fri 7/1912:45 pmMAD - CMH
1 stop32h 14mUnited Airlines
Deal found 6/1$710
Sun 6/237:15 amCMH - MAD
2 stops22h 00mUnited Airlines
Fri 7/1912:45 pmMAD - CMH
2 stops27h 24mUnited Airlines
Deal found 6/1$721
Sun 6/239:20 amCMH - MAD
2 stops20h 30mAir Canada
Fri 7/1912:45 pmMAD - CMH
1 stop32h 14mAir Canada
Deal found 6/2$731
Tue 6/48:33 amCMH - MAD
1 stop17h 52mBritish Airways
Tue 6/258:50 pmMAD - CMH
2 stops23h 54mBritish Airways
Deal found 6/1$748
Tue 6/412:46 pmCMH - MAD
1 stop13h 39mBritish Airways
Tue 6/258:50 pmMAD - CMH
2 stops26h 35mBritish Airways
Deal found 6/2$749
Wed 6/198:55 amCMH - MAD
1 stop17h 30mBritish Airways
Mon 6/248:50 pmMAD - CMH
2 stops31h 55mBritish Airways
Deal found 6/2$750
Tue 6/46:12 pmCMH - MAD
2 stops19h 23mMultiple Airlines
Tue 6/2510:10 amMAD - CMH
2 stops16h 39mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 6/2$771

Columbus to Madrid 2024 flight deals

Discover exclusive flight deals for travel between Columbus and Madrid in 2024. Find excellent offers based on user searches. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,810,401 searches. Data last updated June 2, 2024.
These are some of the best deals we've found on flights to Madrid in 2024 at this time. Check back in a little while for more flight options.
Wed 12/411:05 amCMH - MAD
2 stops16h 10mUnited Airlines
Fri 12/1312:15 pmMAD - CMH
2 stops31h 01mUnited Airlines
Deal found 6/1$456
Tue 11/511:00 amCMH - MAD
2 stops16h 10mAir Canada
Wed 11/2012:15 pmMAD - CMH
2 stops32h 02mAir Canada
Deal found 6/1$465
Tue 11/510:53 amCMH - MAD
1 stop16h 22mMultiple Airlines
Wed 11/2012:15 pmMAD - CMH
2 stops28h 02mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 5/31$470
Tue 11/511:30 amCMH - MAD
2 stops18h 20mBritish Airways
Wed 11/2010:45 amMAD - CMH
1 stop12h 36mBritish Airways
Deal found 6/1$472
Wed 12/411:05 amCMH - MAD
2 stops16h 10mMultiple Airlines
Fri 12/1312:15 pmMAD - CMH
2 stops28h 02mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 6/1$474
Tue 12/2411:18 amCMH - MAD
2 stops23h 37mBritish Airways
Sat 1/45:45 pmMAD - CMH
2 stops32h 33mBritish Airways
Deal found 6/1$681
Fri 10/181:10 pmCMH - MAD
2 stops24h 45mBritish Airways
Mon 10/287:20 pmMAD - CMH
2 stops30h 08mBritish Airways
Deal found 6/2$686
Fri 10/189:01 amCMH - MAD
1 stop17h 24mBritish Airways
Mon 10/287:20 pmMAD - CMH
2 stops30h 08mBritish Airways
Deal found 6/2$688
Fri 10/189:01 amCMH - MAD
1 stop19h 09mAmerican Airlines
Mon 10/2810:45 amMAD - CMH
1 stop14h 43mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 6/2$697

One-way flights to Madrid from Columbus

Search for one-way flight options from Columbus to Madrid. Find affordable one-way fares based on user searches. Compare prices and availability to plan your one-way journey according to your preferred dates and budget. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,810,401 searches. Data last updated June 2, 2024.
Take a look at some of the one-way flights we've detected from Columbus to Madrid. Those needing a return flight from Columbus to Madrid can use the search form above.
Tue 7/167:27 pmCMH - MAD
2 stops43h 43mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 6/1$325
Tue 7/168:51 amCMH - MAD
3 stops32h 04mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 6/1$396
Mon 8/195:30 amCMH - MAD
3 stops29h 20mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 5/31$486
Tue 7/1611:55 amCMH - MAD
1 stop11h 45mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 6/1$580
Mon 8/191:21 pmCMH - MAD
2 stops14h 54mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 5/31$605
Mon 8/194:16 pmCMH - MAD
1 stop9h 54mBritish Airways
Deal found 5/31$645
Mon 7/152:47 pmCMH - MAD
1 stop11h 18mUnited Airlines
Deal found 6/1$658
Sat 7/136:05 pmCMH - MAD
1 stop32h 05mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 6/1$672
Sat 7/138:45 amCMH - MAD
2 stops18h 35mUnited Airlines
Deal found 6/1$677

Find flights from Columbus to Madrid within your budget

Customize your flight search to find flights from Columbus to Madrid that fit within your specific budget. Explore options based on user searches and filter the results based on your desired price range. Find flights that match your budget for a cost-effective journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,810,401 searches. Data last updated June 2, 2024.

Fly from

Any airport

Fly to

Any airport

Budget

$465 - $926

Route

Depart

Return

Price

ColumbusMadrid Barajas

CMH - MAD

CMHMAD

Columbus

Tue 11/5

2 stops16h 10m

Madrid Barajas

Wed 11/20

2 stops32h 02m

$465

ColumbusMadrid Barajas

CMH - MAD

CMHMAD

Columbus

Tue 11/5

1 stop16h 22m

Madrid Barajas

Wed 11/20

2 stops28h 02m

$470

ColumbusMadrid Barajas

CMH - MAD

CMHMAD

Columbus

Tue 11/5

2 stops18h 20m

Madrid Barajas

Wed 11/20

1 stop12h 36m

$472

ColumbusMadrid Barajas

CMH - MAD

CMHMAD

Columbus

Tue 11/5

1 stop13h 40m

Madrid Barajas

Wed 11/20

1 stop13h 33m

$474

ColumbusMadrid Barajas

CMH - MAD

CMHMAD

Columbus

Fri 10/18

1 stop19h 09m

Madrid Barajas

Mon 10/28

1 stop14h 43m

$697

ColumbusMadrid Barajas

CMH - MAD

CMHMAD

Columbus

Sat 8/24

1 stop30h 14m

Madrid Barajas

Tue 9/10

1 stop32h 12m

$705

ColumbusMadrid Barajas

CMH - MAD

CMHMAD

Columbus

Sun 8/25

1 stop13h 41m

Madrid Barajas

Sun 9/15

1 stop12h 45m

$770

ColumbusMadrid Barajas

CMH - MAD

CMHMAD

Columbus

Mon 8/26

1 stop17h 45m

Madrid Barajas

Tue 9/17

1 stop16h 31m

$847

ColumbusMadrid Barajas

CMH - MAD

CMHMAD

Columbus

Fri 8/30

2 stops14h 42m

Madrid Barajas

Fri 9/13

1 stop18h 48m

$926

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How far ahead should I book a flight from Columbus Airport to Madrid?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Columbus to Madrid. Price data was last updated on May 31, 2024.
Booking 36 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights from Columbus Airport to Madrid. The general trend is that the closer you book to the departure date, the more expensive your flight will be.
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What is the cheapest day to fly from Columbus Airport to Madrid?

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Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Columbus Airport to Madrid flight should consider departing on Monday mornings when fares are most often at their lowest. Thursday at noon flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.
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Temperature and rainfall in Madrid by month

Plan your trip to Madrid by taking into account the average temperature and rainfall totals by month.

MAD

Temperature

41 - 77 °F

Reviews of airlines servicing Madrid

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Madrid. Read reviews, discover amenities, and learn about the overall travel experience offered by airlines. Use this information to make informed decisions when choosing an airline for your flight to Madrid. Reviews last updated June 2, 2024.
See what other customers who have flown with American Airlines, British Airways and United Airlines from Columbus to Madrid have to say. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
8.0
Very good
10,410 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

8.0

Food

7.4

Reviews

1 / 10

Bad experience with the staff boarding the gate. I couldn’t board with my carry on, personal item and a funny bag. I had to put my passport inside my pockets and put the funny bag inside the personal item. Then after passing the staff pull out everything again.

8.0
Very good
10,410 reviews
8.0
Very good
10,410 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

8.0

Food

7.4

Reviews

1 / 10

Bad experience with the staff boarding the gate. I couldn’t board with my carry on, personal item and a funny bag. I had to put my passport inside my pockets and put the funny bag inside the personal item. Then after passing the staff pull out everything again.

7.9
Good
1,507 reviews
8.0
Very good
10,410 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

8.0

Food

7.4

Reviews

1 / 10

Bad experience with the staff boarding the gate. I couldn’t board with my carry on, personal item and a funny bag. I had to put my passport inside my pockets and put the funny bag inside the personal item. Then after passing the staff pull out everything again.

7.5
Good
1,728 reviews
8.0
Very good
10,410 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

8.0

Food

7.4

Reviews

1 / 10

Bad experience with the staff boarding the gate. I couldn’t board with my carry on, personal item and a funny bag. I had to put my passport inside my pockets and put the funny bag inside the personal item. Then after passing the staff pull out everything again.

7.4
Good
10,755 reviews
8.0
Very good
10,410 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

8.0

Food

7.4

Reviews

1 / 10

Bad experience with the staff boarding the gate. I couldn’t board with my carry on, personal item and a funny bag. I had to put my passport inside my pockets and put the funny bag inside the personal item. Then after passing the staff pull out everything again.

7.3
Good
14,260 reviews
8.0
Very good
10,410 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

8.0

Food

7.4

Reviews

1 / 10

Bad experience with the staff boarding the gate. I couldn’t board with my carry on, personal item and a funny bag. I had to put my passport inside my pockets and put the funny bag inside the personal item. Then after passing the staff pull out everything again.

Related info for your journey

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  • What airport do you fly into for flights to Madrid from Columbus?

    If you book a flight to Madrid from Columbus, you will be flying to Barajas, which is the city’s only airport. Madrid Barajas (MAD) is located 8.5 mi from the center of Madrid. There are 0 flights from Columbus to Barajas per day from 8 different airlines.

  • Can I find flights from Columbus Airport to Madrid for under $500 on Cheapflights?

    Yes, there are multiple flights from Columbus Airport to Madrid for under $500. The cheapest flight booked recently is on Air Canada for just $465, but on average you can expect to pay $663.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Columbus Airport to Madrid round-trip?

    According to our current data, Air Canada ($465), British Airways ($472), and American Airlines ($697) offers the cheapest pricing from Columbus Airport to Madrid. Air Canada is currently priced 51% below the average price you’ll pay for this route.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Columbus Airport to Madrid one-way?

    To fly one-way, consider booking your trip with British Airways, which is currently one of the cheapest options available, starting at $645. United Airlines flights start at $658 while deals on American Airlines start at $672 one-way.

  • What does CMH to MAD mean?

    Columbus Airport is CMH and Madrid Barajas Airport is MAD. These codes are created by the International Air Transport Association (IATA) and airlines use them to identify the departing and arrival airports in the flight routes they service.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Columbus to Madrid that include extra baggage allowance?

    The amount of baggage you can bring on your Columbus to Madrid flight depends on the airline and the type of fare you've chosen. After entering your flight details, you'll be able to view the specific baggage policies for each deal in the search results. Keep in mind that certain deals may offer additional baggage allowance.

  • Can I find deals on flights from Columbus to Madrid with specific airlines?

    Yes, Cheapflights allows you to browse and filter Columbus to Madrid flight deals by airline. After entering your origin and destination, use the available filters to view flights offered by airlines.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Columbus to Madrid that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on Columbus to Madrid flights, Cheapflights offers vacation packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from Columbus to Madrid?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from Columbus to Madrid.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Columbus to Madrid?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Columbus to Madrid by cabin class. In addition to browsing deals, you can also filter by cabin class on the search results page after making a search.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Columbus to Madrid that allow pets onboard?

    Many airlines flying from Columbus to Madrid offer the option to travel with pets. After selecting a flight deal, you can find more information about the airline's pet policy on their official website or by contacting the airline directly. Please note that additional fees and restrictions may apply.

  • Can I find deals on last-minute flights from Columbus to Madrid?

    Yes, you can often find last-minute deals on Columbus to Madrid flights on Cheapflights. However, these deals can vary and may not always be available. We recommend checking back frequently or signing up for price alerts for the most up-to-date deals.

  • How recently were the Columbus Airport to Madrid flight deals updated?

    The Columbus Airport to Madrid flight deals you see on this page were last updated on 6/2.

  • What are the most popular airlines that fly from Columbus Airport to Madrid?

  • What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Columbus Airport to Madrid?

    Currently, December is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Columbus Airport to Madrid (average of $559). Flying from Columbus Airport to Madrid in June is currently the most expensive (average of $1,155). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

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Top 8 airlines flying from Columbus to Madrid

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DeltaCheapest$484Average$803FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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IberiaCheapest$507Average$807FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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KLMCheapest$511Average$860FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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British AirwaysCheapest$525Average$1,011FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
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United AirlinesCheapest$529Average$797FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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American AirlinesCheapest$593Average$1,059FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
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Air CanadaCheapest$869Average$1,396FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
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LufthansaCheapest$1,265Average$1,476FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
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