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$37+ Cheap flights from Barcelona-El Prat (BCN) to Madrid, Spain (MAD)

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 3/5. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
BCN — MAD
Mar 11 — Mar 181
Wed 3/11
Wed 3/18
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Barcelona-El Prat to Madrid Barajas are usually found in March or January, booked 88 days in advance, depart on a Saturday or Wednesday and return on a Wednesday

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Cheapest flights from Barcelona-El Prat to Madrid
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Barcelona-El Prat to Madrid. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on February 9, 2026.

This Vueling Global deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/6. 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 Vueling Global is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 2/254:10 pm
BCN
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MAD
1 stop6h 45m
Multiple Airlines
Sat 2/287:10 am
MAD
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BCN
1 stop7h 40m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 2/6$86
This Vueling Global deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/8. 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 Vueling Global is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 3/254:10 pm
BCN
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MAD
1 stop6h 45m
Multiple Airlines
Thu 3/267:10 am
MAD
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BCN
1 stop4h 20m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 2/8$87
This Trip.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/8. 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 Trip.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 3/109:15 pm
BCN
-
MAD
Nonstop1h 25m
Iberia
Thu 3/1211:25 am
MAD
-
BCN
Nonstop1h 15m
Iberia
Deal found 2/8$90
This Vueling Global deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/7. 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 Vueling Global is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 3/124:10 pm
BCN
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MAD
1 stop6h 45m
Multiple Airlines
Mon 3/167:10 am
MAD
-
BCN
1 stop7h 40m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 2/7$92
This Vueling Global deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/8. 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 Vueling Global is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 2/172:30 pm
BCN
-
MAD
1 stop8h 25m
Multiple Airlines
Wed 2/183:45 pm
MAD
-
BCN
1 stop5h 20m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 2/8$97
This Vueling Global deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/7. 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 Vueling Global is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 2/194:10 pm
BCN
-
MAD
1 stop6h 45m
Multiple Airlines
Sat 2/219:30 am
MAD
-
BCN
Nonstop1h 15m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 2/7$98
This Vueling Global deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/7. 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 Vueling Global is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 2/162:30 pm
BCN
-
MAD
1 stop8h 25m
Multiple Airlines
Fri 2/209:30 pm
MAD
-
BCN
Nonstop1h 15m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 2/7$99
This Vueling Global deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/7. 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 Vueling Global is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 3/93:40 pm
BCN
-
MAD
1 stop7h 15m
Multiple Airlines
Mon 3/167:10 am
MAD
-
BCN
1 stop7h 40m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 2/7$100
This Iberia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/7. 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 Iberia is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 7/132:50 pm
BCN
-
MAD
Nonstop1h 25m
Iberia
Mon 7/139:35 pm
MAD
-
BCN
Nonstop1h 15m
Iberia
Deal found 2/7$101
This Vueling Global deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/7. 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 Vueling Global is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 3/2310:20 am
BCN
-
MAD
1 stop4h 25m
Multiple Airlines
Tue 3/247:10 am
MAD
-
BCN
1 stop4h 20m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 2/7$102
This Vueling Global deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/7. 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 Vueling Global is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 2/162:30 pm
BCN
-
MAD
1 stop8h 25m
Multiple Airlines
Wed 2/183:45 pm
MAD
-
BCN
1 stop5h 20m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 2/7$103
This Vueling Global deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/9. 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 Vueling Global is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 2/217:30 am
BCN
-
MAD
Nonstop1h 25m
Multiple Airlines
Tue 2/247:35 pm
MAD
-
BCN
1 stop4h 35m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 2/9$104

Find flight deals from Barcelona-El Prat to Madrid

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Barcelona-El Prat (BCN) 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 February 9, 2026.

Most accurate provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$86
(Vueling Global)

One-way from

$37
(Vueling Global)

Popular in

October

Cheapest in

March

Average price

$113

Good round-trip deal

$136 or less

Good one-way deal

$80 or less
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 7% potential increase in price ($9 potential increase over avg. RT price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 0% potential price decrease ($2 potential savings vs. average RT price).
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Average for round-trip flights in February 2026
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Customize your flight search to find flights from Barcelona-El Prat 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 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated February 9, 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Barcelona-El Prat Airport to Madrid that are best for you.

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Barcelona-El Prat

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BarcelonaMadrid

BCN - MAD

BCNMAD

Barcelona-El Prat

Wed 3/25

4:10 pm-10:55 pm

1 stop6h 45m

Madrid Barajas

Thu 3/26

7:10 am-11:30 am

1 stop4h 20m

$87

BarcelonaMadrid

BCN - MAD

BCNMAD

Barcelona-El Prat

Wed 3/4

4:10 pm-11:00 pm

1 stop6h 50m

Madrid Barajas

Sat 3/7

7:10 am-2:50 pm

1 stop7h 40m

$90

BarcelonaMadrid

BCN - MAD

BCNMAD

Barcelona-El Prat

Thu 3/12

4:10 pm-10:55 pm

1 stop6h 45m

Madrid Barajas

Mon 3/16

7:10 am-2:50 pm

1 stop7h 40m

$92

BarcelonaMadrid

BCN - MAD

BCNMAD

Barcelona-El Prat

Wed 3/18

6:20 pm-10:55 pm

1 stop4h 35m

Madrid Barajas

Sat 3/21

11:35 am-4:20 pm

1 stop4h 45m

$97

BarcelonaMadrid

BCN - MAD

BCNMAD

Barcelona-El Prat

Fri 2/27

2:30 pm-9:45 pm

1 stop7h 15m

Madrid Barajas

Mon 3/16

7:10 am-2:50 pm

1 stop7h 40m

$98

BarcelonaMadrid

BCN - MAD

BCNMAD

Barcelona-El Prat

Sat 3/14

1:50 pm-6:55 pm

1 stop5h 05m

Madrid Barajas

Mon 3/16

7:10 am-2:50 pm

1 stop7h 40m

$101

BarcelonaMadrid

BCN - MAD

BCNMAD

Barcelona-El Prat

Mon 3/23

10:20 am-2:45 pm

1 stop4h 25m

Madrid Barajas

Tue 3/24

7:10 am-11:30 am

1 stop4h 20m

$102

BarcelonaMadrid

BCN - MAD

BCNMAD

Barcelona-El Prat

Sat 2/28

2:30 pm-6:55 pm

1 stop4h 25m

Madrid Barajas

Sat 3/7

7:10 am-2:50 pm

1 stop7h 40m

$102

BarcelonaMadrid

BCN - MAD

BCNMAD

Barcelona-El Prat

Sat 2/21

7:30 am-8:55 am

Nonstop1h 25m

Madrid Barajas

Mon 2/23

7:10 am-2:50 pm

1 stop7h 40m

$103

BarcelonaMadrid

BCN - MAD

BCNMAD

Barcelona-El Prat

Mon 3/23

3:40 pm-11:00 pm

1 stop7h 20m

Madrid Barajas

Mon 3/30

5:30 pm-9:40 pm

1 stop4h 10m

$112

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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 Barcelona-El Prat to Madrid in February.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
eDreamsPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
Justfly.comPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
Kiwi.comPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
Trip.comPrice Accuracy1 starTrust 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 Barcelona-El Prat Airport-Madrid flights, users find the pricing of FlightHub to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub Users can find the same prices on Barcelona-El Prat Airport-Madrid flight deals on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from Barcelona-El Prat Airport-Madrid flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on Barcelona-El Prat Airport-Madrid 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 Barcelona-El Prat Airport-Madrid 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 Barcelona-El Prat to Madrid

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to Madrid from Barcelona-El Prat with our price prediction graph.
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Everything you need to know about your flight from Barcelona-El Prat Airport to Madrid

How far ahead should I book a flight from Barcelona-El Prat Airport to Madrid?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Barcelona-El Prat to Madrid. Price data was last updated on February 6, 2026.

The price you pay for your flight from Barcelona-El Prat Airport to Madrid may vary depending on when you book. For the best chance of a lower fare, look to book 88 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 Barcelona-El Prat Airport to Madrid?

Currently, March is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Barcelona-El Prat Airport to Madrid (average of $35). Flying from Barcelona-El Prat Airport to Madrid in October is currently the most expensive (average of $74). 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 BCN to MAD?

Find hourly flight availability from Barcelona-El Prat to Madrid. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated February 9, 2026.

One of the essential ways to save on airfare from Barcelona-El Prat Airport to Madrid is to remain as flexible as possible. Flights that are in the evening tend to be the most expensive. A flight in the afternoon could potentially save you up to 81% on airfare.

What is the cheapest day to fly from Barcelona-El Prat Airport to Madrid?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from Barcelona-El Prat to Madrid. Price data was last updated on February 7, 2026.

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Barcelona-El Prat Airport to Madrid flight should consider departing on Friday at noon when fares are most often at their lowest. Tuesday afternoons flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

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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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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 February 9, 2026.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from Barcelona-El Prat Airport to Madrid, such as Vueling, Iberia, and Air Europa. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Vueling
7.2
Good
1,240 reviews

Comfort

6.8

Boarding

7.2

Overall

7.2

Entertainment

5.9

Crew

7.7

Food

6.2

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Luis Alfonso,Feb 2026

BCN - ALC

In overall good. The crew were very nice as always. I must say it is the tidiest airline when it comes to disembarkation
Vueling
7.2
Good
1,240 reviews
Vueling
7.2
Good
1,240 reviews

Comfort

6.8

Boarding

7.2

Overall

7.2

Entertainment

5.9

Crew

7.7

Food

6.2

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Luis Alfonso,Feb 2026

BCN - ALC

In overall good. The crew were very nice as always. I must say it is the tidiest airline when it comes to disembarkation
Iberia
7.0
Good
3,110 reviews
Vueling
7.2
Good
1,240 reviews

Comfort

6.8

Boarding

7.2

Overall

7.2

Entertainment

5.9

Crew

7.7

Food

6.2

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Luis Alfonso,Feb 2026

BCN - ALC

In overall good. The crew were very nice as always. I must say it is the tidiest airline when it comes to disembarkation
Air Europa
6.9
Okay
588 reviews
Vueling
7.2
Good
1,240 reviews

Comfort

6.8

Boarding

7.2

Overall

7.2

Entertainment

5.9

Crew

7.7

Food

6.2

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Luis Alfonso,Feb 2026

BCN - ALC

In overall good. The crew were very nice as always. I must say it is the tidiest airline when it comes to disembarkation

Related info for your journey

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  • What airport do you fly into for flights to Madrid from Barcelona-El Prat?

    For a flight from Barcelona-El Prat to Madrid, you will be flying into Barajas. Madrid Barajas (MAD) is just 8.5 mi from the center of the city. Barajas is the only Madrid airport and it handles 71 inbound flights from Barcelona-El Prat per day. 3 airlines have flights to Madrid Barajas from Barcelona-El Prat on a regular basis.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Barcelona-El Prat Airport to Madrid round-trip?

    Cheapflights users have booked flights from Barcelona-El Prat Airport to Madrid round-trip from $46. Other airlines that can offer you cheap pricing are Air Europa, from $59, and Iberia, from $61. Vueling is priced at 62% lower than the current average price of a flight leaving 3 months from now.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Barcelona-El Prat Airport to Madrid one-way?

    $17 is the cheapest one-way deal found within the past few days, from Vueling. You may also be able to find cheap deals on Air Europa and Iberia, with prices starting from $25 and $33, respectively.

  • What are the most reliable airlines from Barcelona-El Prat Airport to Madrid?

    Consider Air Europa Express (100%), Japan Airlines (95%) or SAUDIA (93%) when booking your flight. These represent the most reliable airlines when flying from Barcelona-El Prat Airport to Madrid.

  • What are the cheapest flights from Barcelona-El Prat Airport to Madrid?

    On average you can expect to pay $390 for a flight from Barcelona-El Prat Airport to Madrid. The cheapest flight overall is $47 while the most popular route, (Barcelona-El Prat - Madrid Barajas) is currently priced at $89.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Barcelona-El Prat to Madrid that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on Barcelona-El Prat to Madrid flights, Cheapflights offers vacation packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from Barcelona-El Prat to Madrid?

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

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Barcelona-El Prat to Madrid?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Barcelona-El Prat 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.

  • What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Barcelona-El Prat Airport to Madrid?

    Currently, March is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Barcelona-El Prat Airport to Madrid (average of $35). Flying from Barcelona-El Prat Airport to Madrid in October is currently the most expensive (average of $74). 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 Barcelona-El Prat to Madrid

Discover the top 3 airlines that operate flights from Barcelona-El Prat to Madrid. 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 February 9, 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
VuelingCheapest$46Average$62FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time88%
Air EuropaCheapest$59Average$120FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time83%
IberiaCheapest$61Average$141FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%

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