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$421+ Cheap flights from Houston 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 7/24. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
HOU — MAD
May 6 — May 131
Tue 5/6
Tue 5/13
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Houston to Madrid Barajas are usually found in January or November, booked 36 days in advance, depart on a Tuesday or Wednesday and return on a Wednesday

Cheap flight deals from Houston to Madrid

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Houston (HO1) 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 May 1, 2025.

Round-trip from

$667
(Delta)

One-way from

$421
(Kiwi.com)

Popular in

June

Cheapest in

January

Average price

$984
From Houston to Madrid Barajas
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Cheapest flights from Houston to Madrid
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Houston to Madrid. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on May 1, 2025.

This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/29. 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 Cheapflightsfares is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 9/410:09 amIAH - MAD
1 stop12h 21mIberia
Sun 9/144:00 pmMAD - IAH
1 stop14h 39mIberia
Deal found 4/29$665
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/30. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 8/110:02 amHOU - MAD
2 stops18h 18mDelta
Sat 9/610:05 amMAD - HOU
1 stop18h 30mDelta
Deal found 4/30$666
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/30. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 8/19:36 amIAH - MAD
2 stops18h 44mDelta
Sat 9/610:05 amMAD - IAH
1 stop20h 49mDelta
Deal found 4/30$666
This Finnair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/29. 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 Finnair is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 11/2510:19 amHOU - MAD
1 stop12h 56mMultiple Airlines
Mon 12/112:55 amMAD - HOU
1 stop15h 31mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 4/29$667
This Gotogate deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/30. 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 Gotogate is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 9/410:00 amIAH - MAD
2 stops16h 20mMultiple Airlines
Sat 9/2012:45 pmMAD - IAH
1 stop13h 57mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 4/30$670
This Air Canada deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/29. 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 Canada is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 9/1210:00 amIAH - MAD
1 stop13h 40mAir Canada
Tue 9/3012:45 pmMAD - IAH
1 stop13h 57mAir Canada
Deal found 4/29$673
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/29. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 5/147:20 amIAH - MAD
2 stops16h 20mUnited Airlines
Tue 5/2012:45 pmMAD - IAH
2 stops31h 55mUnited Airlines
Deal found 4/29$674
This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/30. 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 Cheapflightsfares is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 8/12:29 pmHOU - MAD
1 stop11h 36mIberia
Sat 9/64:00 pmMAD - HOU
1 stop14h 47mIberia
Deal found 4/30$679
This Lufthansa deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/29. 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 Lufthansa is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 9/143:35 pmIAH - MAD
2 stops19h 00mLufthansa
Tue 9/306:00 amMAD - IAH
1 stop14h 35mLufthansa
Deal found 4/29$679
This Gurufare deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/30. 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 Gurufare is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 10/72:35 pmHOU - MAD
1 stop11h 30mBritish Airways
Sat 10/2512:40 pmMAD - HOU
1 stop14h 29mBritish Airways
Deal found 4/30$690
This SWISS deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/29. 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 SWISS is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 9/1612:15 pmIAH - MAD
2 stops38h 05mSWISS
Mon 9/297:35 pmMAD - IAH
2 stops31h 38mSWISS
Deal found 4/29$710
This British Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/29. 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 British Airways is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 9/129:00 pmIAH - MAD
1 stop14h 05mBritish Airways
Mon 9/299:15 pmMAD - IAH
1 stop23h 25mBritish Airways
Deal found 4/29$724

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Customize your flight search to find flights from Houston 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 May 1, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Houston to Madrid that are best for you.

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HoustonMadrid

IAH - MAD

IAHMAD

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Fri 8/1

9:36 am-11:20 am

2 stops18h 44m

Madrid Barajas

Sat 9/6

10:05 am-11:54 pm

1 stop20h 49m

$666

HoustonMadrid

IAH - MAD

IAHMAD

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Thu 9/4

10:00 am-9:20 am

2 stops16h 20m

Madrid Barajas

Sat 9/20

12:45 pm-7:42 pm

1 stop13h 57m

$670

HoustonMadrid

HOU - MAD

HOUMAD

Houston Hobby

Wed 7/16

10:02 am-4:45 pm

2 stops23h 43m

Madrid Barajas

Wed 8/20

12:40 pm-12:05 pm

2 stops30h 25m

$670

HoustonMadrid

IAH - MAD

IAHMAD

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Thu 9/4

9:34 pm-6:40 am

2 stops26h 06m

Madrid Barajas

Sun 9/14

12:45 pm-7:42 pm

1 stop13h 57m

$682

HoustonMadrid

IAH - MAD

IAHMAD

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Thu 9/4

7:20 am-6:40 am

2 stops16h 20m

Madrid Barajas

Sun 9/14

12:45 pm-7:42 pm

1 stop13h 57m

$684

HoustonMadrid

IAH - MAD

IAHMAD

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Wed 10/15

5:48 am-5:35 am

1 stop16h 47m

Madrid Barajas

Mon 10/27

12:55 am-9:28 am

1 stop14h 33m

$705

HoustonMadrid

IAH - MAD

IAHMAD

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Sat 8/23

2:32 pm-9:05 am

1 stop11h 33m

Madrid Barajas

Sat 8/30

4:40 pm-11:31 pm

1 stop13h 51m

$717

HoustonMadrid

IAH - MAD

IAHMAD

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Mon 5/12

10:40 am-1:25 pm

1 stop19h 45m

Madrid Barajas

Thu 5/22

4:15 pm-11:55 pm

1 stop14h 40m

$747

HoustonMadrid

IAH - MAD

IAHMAD

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Mon 10/6

8:15 pm-6:45 pm

2 stops39h 30m

Madrid Barajas

Tue 10/14

7:35 pm-8:13 pm

2 stops31h 38m

$749

HoustonMadrid

IAH - MAD

IAHMAD

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Sun 8/24

5:05 pm-10:25 pm

2 stops22h 20m

Madrid Barajas

Sat 8/30

5:05 pm-1:35 pm

1 stop27h 30m

$757

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Best time to book a flight from Houston to Madrid

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Houston to Madrid

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Houston to Madrid. Price data was last updated on April 25, 2025.

The best time to book flights from Houston to Madrid is 36 days before your desired departure date. The cost of your flight will likely increase significantly if you book two weeks in advance of your flight.

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Houston to Madrid?

Currently, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Houston to Madrid (average of $543). Flying from Houston to Madrid in June is currently the most expensive (average of $1,086). 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 HOU to MAD?

Find hourly flight availability from Houston 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 May 1, 2025.

It’s optimal to fly from Houston to Madrid in the evening. By choosing this option you can save up to 12% on the cost of your flight, compared to a flight at noon.

What is the cheapest day to fly from Houston to Madrid?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from Houston to Madrid. Price data was last updated on December 16, 2024.

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

Rainfall in Madrid by month

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

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Madrid ranges from 0.4 - 2.4 inches per month. November is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 2.4 in. July is typically the driest time to visit Madrid when rainfall is around 0.4 in.

Temperature in Madrid by month

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

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Madrid, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, July is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 77.0 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 41.0 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 May 1, 2025.
To help decide which airline to fly from Houston to Madrid, see what other customers have to say about Delta, KLM and Finnair. In addition to providing an overall rating, users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,934 reviews

Entertainment

7.9

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.3

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

LAX - LHR

This was a flight operated by Virgin Atlantic in their Upper Class cabin. Overall, an outstanding experience.
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,934 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,934 reviews

Entertainment

7.9

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.3

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

LAX - LHR

This was a flight operated by Virgin Atlantic in their Upper Class cabin. Overall, an outstanding experience.
KLM
7.8
Good
1,334 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,934 reviews

Entertainment

7.9

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.3

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

LAX - LHR

This was a flight operated by Virgin Atlantic in their Upper Class cabin. Overall, an outstanding experience.
Finnair
7.6
Good
1,275 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,934 reviews

Entertainment

7.9

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.3

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

LAX - LHR

This was a flight operated by Virgin Atlantic in their Upper Class cabin. Overall, an outstanding experience.
Air France
7.4
Good
1,446 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,934 reviews

Entertainment

7.9

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.3

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

LAX - LHR

This was a flight operated by Virgin Atlantic in their Upper Class cabin. Overall, an outstanding experience.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,696 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,934 reviews

Entertainment

7.9

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.3

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

LAX - LHR

This was a flight operated by Virgin Atlantic in their Upper Class cabin. Overall, an outstanding experience.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Houston 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 Houston?

    If you book a flight to Madrid from Houston, 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 Houston to Barajas per day from 10 different airlines.

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

    According to our current data, Delta ($667), Iberia ($669), and United Airlines ($670) offers the cheapest pricing from Houston to Madrid. Delta is currently priced 10% below the average price you’ll pay for this route.

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

    To fly one-way, consider booking your trip with Iberia, which is currently one of the cheapest options available, starting at $428. Delta flights start at $432 while deals on Air Canada start at $436 one-way.

  • Where are the most common layover locations when flying from Houston to Madrid?

    Houston to Madrid flights have a layover in London most often.

  • What are some popular things to do or see while on a layover in London?

    The majority of London visitors spend their time at Hyde Park, Piccadilly Circus, and Buckingham Palace. Those on a layover in London interested in visiting Hyde Park, Piccadilly Circus, or Buckingham Palace can do so by traveling 12.5 mi, 14.1 mi, and 13.7 mi, respectively from London Heathrow. Travelers can rent a car at London Heathrow for an average daily rate of $53 to make sightseeing during their layover a little easier.

  • Where are the least popular layover locations for Houston to Madrid flights?

    Houston to Madrid flights have a layover in Dallas the least frequently.

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

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

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Houston 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 Houston to Madrid?

    Currently, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Houston to Madrid (average of $543). Flying from Houston to Madrid in June is currently the most expensive (average of $1,086). 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 10 airlines flying from Houston to Madrid

Discover the top 10 airlines that operate flights from Houston 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 May 1, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
IberiaCheapest$470Average$705FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
Air CanadaCheapest$470Average$919FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
American AirlinesCheapest$485Average$814FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
United AirlinesCheapest$487Average$873FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
British AirwaysCheapest$488Average$688FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
Air FranceCheapest$495Average$792FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
DeltaCheapest$509Average$870FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
KLMCheapest$521Average$799FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
LufthansaCheapest$611Average$1,142FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
Turkish AirlinesCheapest$653Average$717FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%

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