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$372+ Cheap flights from Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl, Brazil (GIG) 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 10/28. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
GIG — MAD
oct. 17 — oct. 241
vie. 10/17
vie. 10/24
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl to Madrid Barajas are usually found in February or November, booked 13 days in advance, depart on a Thursday or Wednesday and return on a Thursday

Cheap flight deals from Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl to Madrid

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl (GIG) 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 septiembre 17, 2025.

Round-trip from

$668
(GOL)

One-way from

$372
(Priceline)

Popular in

July

Cheapest in

February

Average price

$880

Good round-trip deal

$1,038 or less

Good one-way deal

$659 or less
From Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl to Madrid Barajas
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Cheapest flights from Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl to Madrid
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl to Madrid. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on septiembre 17, 2025.

This GOL deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/16. 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 GOL is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
lun. 11/38:50 pmGIG - MAD
1 stop22h 35mGOL
mar. 11/258:30 pmMAD - GIG
1 stop26h 10mGOL
Deal found 9/16$668
This GOL deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/16. 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 GOL is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
lun. 11/178:45 pmGIG - MAD
1 stop14h 35mGOL
vie. 11/288:30 pmMAD - GIG
1 stop26h 10mGOL
Deal found 9/16$669
This GOL deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/15. 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 GOL is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
mié. 11/198:50 pmGIG - MAD
1 stop22h 35mGOL
mar. 12/96:00 amMAD - GIG
1 stop19h 05mGOL
Deal found 9/15$672
This ITA Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/15. 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 ITA Airways is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
mar. 11/43:35 pmGIG - MAD
1 stop21h 35mITA Airways
mié. 11/266:00 pmMAD - GIG
1 stop16h 40mITA Airways
Deal found 9/15$673
This KLM deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/16. 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 KLM is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
mar. 11/118:50 pmGIG - MAD
1 stop22h 35mMultiple Airlines
mié. 12/310:00 amMAD - GIG
1 stop15h 05mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 9/16$678
This TAP AIR PORTUGAL deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/15. 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 TAP AIR PORTUGAL is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
lun. 11/310:05 pmGIG - MAD
1 stop15h 05mTAP AIR PORTUGAL
mié. 11/1910:20 amMAD - GIG
1 stop13h 45mTAP AIR PORTUGAL
Deal found 9/15$681
This GOL deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/16. 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 GOL is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
lun. 10/278:50 pmGIG - MAD
1 stop22h 35mGOL
dom. 11/168:05 pmMAD - GIG
1 stop26h 20mGOL
Deal found 9/16$682

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Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Fly to

Madrid

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Depart

Return

Price

Rio de JaneiroMadrid

GIG - MAD

GIGMAD

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

mar. 11/11

8:50 pm-11:25 pm

1 stop22h 35m

Madrid Barajas

mar. 11/25

8:05 pm-9:05 pm

1 stop29h 00m

$691

Rio de JaneiroMadrid

GIG - MAD

GIGMAD

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

mar. 11/11

8:50 pm-4:05 pm

1 stop15h 15m

Madrid Barajas

mié. 11/26

6:00 am-9:05 pm

1 stop19h 05m

$699

Rio de JaneiroMadrid

GIG - MAD

GIGMAD

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

lun. 11/3

8:50 pm-11:25 pm

1 stop22h 35m

Madrid Barajas

lun. 11/10

8:30 pm-6:40 pm

1 stop26h 10m

$734

Rio de JaneiroMadrid

GIG - MAD

GIGMAD

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

jue. 11/13

4:35 pm-2:05 pm

1 stop17h 30m

Madrid Barajas

sáb. 11/22

9:10 pm-8:05 pm

1 stop26h 55m

$839

Rio de JaneiroMadrid

GIG - MAD

GIGMAD

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

mié. 11/19

10:05 pm-5:10 pm

1 stop15h 05m

Madrid Barajas

dom. 11/23

7:40 am-8:05 pm

1 stop16h 25m

$843

Rio de JaneiroMadrid

GIG - MAD

GIGMAD

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

mar. 12/2

8:45 pm-5:40 pm

1 stop16h 55m

Madrid Barajas

vie. 1/30

6:00 am-6:40 pm

1 stop16h 40m

$871

Rio de JaneiroMadrid

GIG - MAD

GIGMAD

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

dom. 11/23

4:35 pm-8:20 pm

1 stop23h 45m

Madrid Barajas

mar. 11/25

9:10 pm-8:05 pm

1 stop26h 55m

$881

Rio de JaneiroMadrid

GIG - MAD

GIGMAD

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

lun. 11/24

4:35 pm-11:20 am

1 stop14h 45m

Madrid Barajas

mar. 11/25

9:10 pm-8:05 pm

1 stop26h 55m

$881

Rio de JaneiroMadrid

GIG - MAD

GIGMAD

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

mié. 10/15

4:15 pm-7:50 pm

1 stop22h 35m

Madrid Barajas

mar. 11/4

2:00 pm-6:00 am

1 stop20h 00m

$976

Rio de JaneiroMadrid

GIG - MAD

GIGMAD

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

mié. 1/21

9:55 pm-9:15 am

2 stops31h 20m

Madrid Barajas

mié. 1/28

11:15 am-9:35 am

2 stops50h 20m

$1,021

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Best time to book a flight from Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl to Madrid

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport to Madrid

How far ahead should I book a flight from Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport to Madrid?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl to Madrid. Price data was last updated on September 12, 2025.

Booking 13 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights from Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport to Madrid. The general trend is that the closer you book to the departure date, the more expensive your flight will be.

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport to Madrid?

Currently, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport to Madrid (average of $543). Flying from Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport to Madrid in June is currently the most expensive (average of $1,054). 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 GIG to MAD?

Find hourly flight availability from Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl 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 septiembre 17, 2025.

A simple way to save on the total cost of your ticket is to fly from Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport to Madrid in the morning. If you’re flexible enough to do this you can expect to save up to 20% on your trip compared to booking a flight in the evening.

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 septiembre 17, 2025.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with LATAM Airlines, TAP AIR PORTUGAL, and Iberia from Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport to Madrid by reading reviews from past customers. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
LATAM Airlines
7.5
Good
1,849 reviews

Entertainment

7.0

Food

6.7

Overall

7.5

Comfort

7.4

Crew

8.0

Boarding

7.6

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Darrel,Sep 2025

LIM - GRU

The Wi-Fi was not working, so there was no in-flight entertainment. The biggest disappointment was that my Delta diamond status did not transfer any status to my LATAM flight. I WOULD’VE THOUGHT THAT THERE WOULD BE A BETTER WORKING AGREEMENT BETWEEN THE AIRLINES.
LATAM Airlines
7.5
Good
1,849 reviews
LATAM Airlines
7.5
Good
1,849 reviews

Entertainment

7.0

Food

6.7

Overall

7.5

Comfort

7.4

Crew

8.0

Boarding

7.6

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Darrel,Sep 2025

LIM - GRU

The Wi-Fi was not working, so there was no in-flight entertainment. The biggest disappointment was that my Delta diamond status did not transfer any status to my LATAM flight. I WOULD’VE THOUGHT THAT THERE WOULD BE A BETTER WORKING AGREEMENT BETWEEN THE AIRLINES.
TAP AIR PORTUGAL
7.1
Good
1,977 reviews
LATAM Airlines
7.5
Good
1,849 reviews

Entertainment

7.0

Food

6.7

Overall

7.5

Comfort

7.4

Crew

8.0

Boarding

7.6

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Darrel,Sep 2025

LIM - GRU

The Wi-Fi was not working, so there was no in-flight entertainment. The biggest disappointment was that my Delta diamond status did not transfer any status to my LATAM flight. I WOULD’VE THOUGHT THAT THERE WOULD BE A BETTER WORKING AGREEMENT BETWEEN THE AIRLINES.
Iberia
7.0
Good
2,925 reviews
LATAM Airlines
7.5
Good
1,849 reviews

Entertainment

7.0

Food

6.7

Overall

7.5

Comfort

7.4

Crew

8.0

Boarding

7.6

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Darrel,Sep 2025

LIM - GRU

The Wi-Fi was not working, so there was no in-flight entertainment. The biggest disappointment was that my Delta diamond status did not transfer any status to my LATAM flight. I WOULD’VE THOUGHT THAT THERE WOULD BE A BETTER WORKING AGREEMENT BETWEEN THE AIRLINES.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl to Madrid. 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 into for flights to Madrid from Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl?

    If you book a flight to Madrid from Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl, 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 4 flights from Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl to Barajas per day from 3 different airlines.

  • How long is the flight from Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport to Madrid?

    GOL and TAP AIR PORTUGAL can get you from Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport to Madrid in just under 15h 05m. Your travel time can differ by up to 10m. The distance from Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport to Madrid is about 5058 mi. This flight may include one or multiple stops.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport to Madrid round-trip?

    Flying on LATAM Airlines is currently your cheapest option to Madrid, with prices starting at $99. Additional round-trip tickets that might be worth considering are offered by TAP AIR PORTUGAL and Iberia, with the lowest prices starting at $579 and $674, respectively. LATAM Airlines is 88% cheaper than the average price of flights available within the next 90 days to this destination.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport to Madrid one-way?

    For one-way options, check prices for Azul. According to our data, you can fly for as low as $385. Users have also found prices from $416 and $428 on ITA Airways and United Airlines, respectively.

  • What are the most reliable airlines from Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport to Madrid?

    Looking for the most reliable airlines to get you to your destination on time? Our data shows these are most likely to get you from Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport to Madrid on time: Qatar Airways (85%), Finnair (85%), Iberia (85%).

  • What are the cheapest flights from Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport to Madrid?

    On average you can expect to pay $951 for a flight from Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport to Madrid. The cheapest flight overall is $578 while the most popular route, (Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl - Madrid Barajas) is currently priced at $710.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl to Madrid that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl to Madrid flights, Cheapflights offers vacation packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl to Madrid?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl to Madrid.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl to Madrid?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl 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 Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport to Madrid?

    Currently, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport to Madrid (average of $543). Flying from Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport to Madrid in June is currently the most expensive (average of $1,054). 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 Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl to Madrid

Discover the top 3 airlines that operate flights from Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl 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 septiembre 17, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
LATAM AirlinesCheapest$99Average$929FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
TAP AIR PORTUGALCheapest$579Average$740FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
IberiaCheapest$674Average$869FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%

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