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$81+ Cheap flights from Madrid, Spain (MAD) to Frankfurt (FRA)

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 10/7. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
MAD — FRA
Aug 27 — Sep 31
Thu 8/27
Thu 9/3
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Madrid Barajas to Frankfurt am Main are usually found in January or November, booked 83 days in advance, depart on a Wednesday or Sunday and return on a Thursday

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Cheapest flights from Madrid to Frankfurt
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Madrid to Frankfurt. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on July 28, 2026.

This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/28. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 9/249:55 am
MAD
-
FRA
1 stop6h 05m
Multiple Airlines
Sun 9/279:40 pm
FRA
-
MAD
1 stop11h 30m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 7/28$186
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/26. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 9/37:00 am
MAD
-
FRA
Nonstop2h 45m
Air Europa
Mon 9/77:10 pm
FRA
-
MAD
Nonstop2h 45m
Air Europa
Deal found 7/26$187
This Air Europa deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/28. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Air Europa is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 9/153:15 pm
MAD
-
FRA
Nonstop2h 40m
Air Europa
Tue 9/2210:55 am
FRA
-
MAD
Nonstop2h 45m
Air Europa
Deal found 7/28$188
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/26. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 9/39:55 am
MAD
-
FRA
1 stop9h 25m
Multiple Airlines
Mon 9/78:10 pm
FRA
-
MAD
1 stop13h 00m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 7/26$189
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/28. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 9/163:15 pm
MAD
-
FRA
Nonstop2h 40m
Multiple Airlines
Tue 9/229:00 pm
FRA
-
MAD
1 stop11h 40m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 7/28$193
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/27. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 8/223:15 pm
MAD
-
FRA
Nonstop2h 40m
Multiple Airlines
Mon 8/248:10 pm
FRA
-
MAD
1 stop13h 00m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 7/27$194
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/26. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 9/259:55 am
MAD
-
FRA
1 stop10h 15m
Multiple Airlines
Mon 9/289:50 pm
FRA
-
MAD
1 stop11h 20m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 7/26$200
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/28. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 9/2510:45 pm
MAD
-
FRA
1 stop9h 35m
Multiple Airlines
Sun 9/276:30 am
FRA
-
MAD
Nonstop2h 50m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 7/28$203
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/27. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 9/153:15 pm
MAD
-
FRA
Nonstop2h 40m
Multiple Airlines
Mon 10/58:20 pm
FRA
-
MAD
1 stop15h 20m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 7/27$205
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/27. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 9/98:20 pm
MAD
-
FRA
1 stop11h 50m
Multiple Airlines
Mon 9/149:00 pm
FRA
-
MAD
1 stop11h 40m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 7/27$207
This Air Serbia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/28. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Air Serbia is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 9/2912:30 pm
MAD
-
FRA
1 stop7h 00m
Air Serbia
Thu 10/18:20 pm
FRA
-
MAD
1 stop21h 40m
Air Serbia
Deal found 7/28$208

Find flight deals from Madrid to Frankfurt

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Madrid (MAD) to Frankfurt (FRA). 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 July 28, 2026.

Most accurate provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$187
(Kiwi.com)

One-way from

$81
(Air Europa)

Popular in

May

Cheapest in

January

Average price

$248

Good round-trip deal

$331 or less

Good one-way deal

$199 or less
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease ($4 potential savings vs. average RT price).
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Customize your flight search to find flights from Madrid to Frankfurt 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 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated July 28, 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Madrid to Frankfurt am Main Airport that are best for you.

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Fly to

Route

Depart

Return

Price

Cheapest round-trip

MadridFrankfurt am Main

MAD - FRA

MADFRA

Madrid Barajas

Fri 10/2

7:00 am-9:45 am

Nonstop2h 45m

Frankfurt am Main

Mon 10/5

7:10 pm-9:55 pm

Nonstop2h 45m

$211
Quickest round-trip

MadridFrankfurt am Main

MAD - FRA

MADFRA

Madrid Barajas

Tue 9/1

3:15 pm-5:55 pm

Nonstop2h 40m

Frankfurt am Main

Mon 9/7

7:10 pm-9:55 pm

Nonstop2h 45m

$211

MadridFrankfurt am Main

MAD - FRA

MADFRA

Madrid Barajas

Fri 10/2

3:15 pm-5:55 pm

Nonstop2h 40m

Frankfurt am Main

Tue 10/6

7:10 pm-9:55 pm

Nonstop2h 45m

$233

MadridFrankfurt am Main

MAD - FRA

MADFRA

Madrid Barajas

Fri 10/9

3:15 pm-5:55 pm

Nonstop2h 40m

Frankfurt am Main

Mon 10/12

10:55 am-1:40 pm

Nonstop2h 45m

$233

MadridFrankfurt am Main

MAD - FRA

MADFRA

Madrid Barajas

Sat 10/10

12:30 pm-7:30 pm

1 stop7h 00m

Frankfurt am Main

Mon 10/12

9:50 am-11:40 am

1 stop25h 50m

$250

MadridFrankfurt am Main

MAD - FRA

MADFRA

Madrid Barajas

Tue 9/15

12:30 pm-7:30 pm

1 stop7h 00m

Frankfurt am Main

Wed 10/7

8:20 pm-6:00 pm

1 stop21h 40m

$250

MadridFrankfurt am Main

MAD - FRA

MADFRA

Madrid Barajas

Fri 9/25

7:00 am-9:45 am

Nonstop2h 45m

Frankfurt am Main

Sun 9/27

7:10 pm-9:55 pm

Nonstop2h 45m

$256

MadridFrankfurt am Main

MAD - FRA

MADFRA

Madrid Barajas

Mon 9/7

6:45 pm-7:30 pm

1 stop24h 45m

Frankfurt am Main

Fri 9/11

9:50 am-6:00 pm

1 stop8h 10m

$289

MadridFrankfurt am Main

MAD - FRA

MADFRA

Madrid Barajas

Wed 8/19

3:45 pm-10:35 pm

1 stop6h 50m

Frankfurt am Main

Thu 8/27

6:40 am-12:40 pm

1 stop6h 00m

$290
Cheapest one-way
Quickest one-way

MadridFrankfurt am Main

MAD - FRA

MADFRA

Madrid Barajas

Wed 10/7

3:15 pm-5:55 pm

Nonstop2h 40m

$81

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Provider information is updated monthly. Please note that these providers often have deals for this flight, but the availability may vary on a day-by-day basis on Cheapflights.
Use the table below to compare price accuracy, trust ratings, and cancellation policies for each provider offering flight deals from Madrid to Frankfurt in July.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
Thrive TravelPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*2 stars
GotogatePrice Accuracy2 starsTrust Score*3 stars
eDreamsPrice Accuracy2 starsTrust Score*3 stars

*The Trust Score is based on feedback from users after their booking experience. It measures overall satisfaction, helping us identify issues like hidden fees, problems during the ticketing process, and the quality of customer service. This score is our best indicator of the provider's quality and reliability.

  • Most accurate provider: When it comes to deals on Madrid-Frankfurt am Main Airport flights, users find the pricing of FlightHub to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub Users can find the same prices on Madrid-Frankfurt am Main Airport flight deals on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from Madrid-Frankfurt am Main Airport flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on Madrid-Frankfurt am Main Airport flights, Cheapflights users trust FlightHub the most. FlightHub has received a user feedback score of 3 out of 3 stars (3 being the best), meaning they have been trusted the most by Cheapflights users looking for Madrid-Frankfurt am Main Airport flight deals. Provider user feedback score is based on Cheapflights searches over the past month and is updated monthly.

Best time to book a flight from Madrid to Frankfurt

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Cheapflights Insights

Everything you need to know about your flight from Madrid to Frankfurt am Main Airport

How far ahead should I book a flight from Madrid to Frankfurt am Main Airport?

The price you pay for your flight from Madrid to Frankfurt am Main Airport may vary depending on when you book. For the best chance of a lower fare, look to book 82 days in advance of your trip. Fares are likely to increase a fortnight or so before your departure date.

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Madrid to Frankfurt am Main Airport?

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Madrid to Frankfurt am Main Airport (average of $223). Flying from Madrid to Frankfurt am Main Airport in May is currently the most expensive (average of $305). 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.

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

Find hourly flight availability from Madrid to Frankfurt. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated July 28, 2026.

One of the essential ways to save on airfare from Madrid to Frankfurt am Main Airport is to remain as flexible as possible. Flights that are in the morning tend to be the most expensive. A flight in the afternoon could potentially save you up to 39% on airfare.

What is the cheapest day to fly from Madrid to Frankfurt am Main Airport?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from Madrid to Frankfurt. Price data was last updated on July 25, 2026.

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Madrid to Frankfurt am Main Airport flight should consider departing on Tuesday evenings when fares are most often at their lowest. Friday mornings flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

How much does it cost to fly round-trip from Madrid to Frankfurt am Main Airport?

Airfare is below average for this route at the moment.

Madrid to Frankfurt am Main Airport flights typically cost between $242 and $326 in September.
The cheapest round-trip price found within the last 5 days was $186 on Multiple Airlines (Sep 24-Sep 27).

The best insider tips for Madrid to Frankfurt am Main Airport flights

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Cheapflights partnered with top experts to bring you the best recommendations for your Madrid to Frankfurt am Main Airport trip
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Lori Zaino

Lori Zaino

Expert on MAD

US-born but now based in Spain, Lori's visited 60 countries---and written about them for publications like CNN, Forbes, The Points Guy, NBC, and TripAdvisor. She loves combining affordable adventures with luxury travel experiences and feels equally at home salsa dancing in Colombia, sipping wine in a French castle, or backpacking through Malaysia.

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Blane Bachelor

Expert on FRA

Blane Bachelor is a journalist and editor specializing in travel and aviation who writes regularly for top global outlets. Born and raised in Florida, Blane has worked and lived in four countries, including the Netherlands, where she’s currently based with her family. Her favorite way to get to know a new destination is by running or riding a bike around town – or hearing a spooky ghost story about local history. She will always choose the window seat.

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Reviews of airlines servicing Frankfurt

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Frankfurt. 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 Frankfurt. Reviews last updated July 28, 2026.
See what other customers who have flown with Air Europa,Iberia, andLufthansa from Madrid to Frankfurt am Main Airport have to say. You can also see how each airline compares in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Air Europa
7.0
Good
629 reviews

Food

6.3

Boarding

7.1

Comfort

6.9

Crew

7.5

Entertainment

6.5

Overall

7.0

Reviews

1 / 16
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Jul 2026

FCO - MAD

Crew was very nice and attentive. Comfortable plane Better movies selection
Air Europa
7.0
Good
629 reviews
Air Europa
7.0
Good
629 reviews

Food

6.3

Boarding

7.1

Comfort

6.9

Crew

7.5

Entertainment

6.5

Overall

7.0

Reviews

1 / 16
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Jul 2026

FCO - MAD

Crew was very nice and attentive. Comfortable plane Better movies selection
Iberia
7.0
Good
3,259 reviews
Air Europa
7.0
Good
629 reviews

Food

6.3

Boarding

7.1

Comfort

6.9

Crew

7.5

Entertainment

6.5

Overall

7.0

Reviews

1 / 16
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Jul 2026

FCO - MAD

Crew was very nice and attentive. Comfortable plane Better movies selection
Lufthansa
6.8
Okay
8,164 reviews
Air Europa
7.0
Good
629 reviews

Food

6.3

Boarding

7.1

Comfort

6.9

Crew

7.5

Entertainment

6.5

Overall

7.0

Reviews

1 / 16
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Jul 2026

FCO - MAD

Crew was very nice and attentive. Comfortable plane Better movies selection

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Madrid to Frankfurt. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

  • What airport do you fly from for flights from Madrid to Frankfurt am Main?

    Most people fly from Madrid Barajas (MAD) if they book a flight from Madrid to Frankfurt am Main. On average, Barajas has 34 outbound flights to Frankfurt am Main per day from 3 airlines. Madrid Barajas is conveniently located just 8.5 mi from Madrid’s city center.

  • How long is the flight from Madrid to Frankfurt am Main Airport?

    A quick flight from Madrid to Frankfurt am Main Airport can take about 2h 45m. Air Europa provides one of the quickest options available for as low as $211. Madrid and Frankfurt am Main Airport are separated by a distance of 882 mi. Both multi-stop and nonstop flights can be found to your destination and back.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Madrid to Frankfurt am Main Airport round-trip?

    Flying on Lufthansa is currently your cheapest option to Frankfurt am Main Airport, with prices starting at $171. Additional round-trip tickets that might be worth considering are offered by Air Europa and Iberia, with the lowest prices starting at $173 and $174, respectively. Lufthansa is 36% cheaper than the average price of flights available within the next 90 days to this destination.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Madrid to Frankfurt am Main Airport one-way?

    The cheapest airlines for a one-way flight from Madrid to Frankfurt am Main Airport are Air Europa ($56), Iberia ($78), and Lufthansa ($110).

  • What are the most reliable airlines from Madrid to Frankfurt am Main Airport?

    Consider LOT (98%), China Airlines (95%) or Vietnam Airlines (95%) when booking your flight. These represent the most reliable airlines when flying from Madrid to Frankfurt am Main Airport.

  • What are the cheapest flights from Madrid to Frankfurt am Main Airport?

    On average you can expect to pay $1,189 for a flight from Madrid to Frankfurt am Main Airport. The cheapest flight overall is $108 while the most popular route, (Madrid Barajas - Frankfurt am Main) is currently priced at $187.

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

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

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

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

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

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

  • What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Madrid to Frankfurt am Main Airport?

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Madrid to Frankfurt am Main Airport (average of $223). Flying from Madrid to Frankfurt am Main Airport in May is currently the most expensive (average of $305). 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 3 airlines flying from Madrid to Frankfurt

Discover the top 3 airlines that operate flights from Madrid to Frankfurt. Compare their services, reliability, and customer satisfaction ratings to choose the airline that best suits your travel preferences and needs. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated July 28, 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
LufthansaCheapest$171Average$286FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
Air EuropaCheapest$173Average$264FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time83%
IberiaCheapest$174Average$273FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%

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