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$232+ 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 1/25. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
HOU — MAD
Jan 15 — Jan 221
Thu 1/15
Thu 1/22
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 40 days in advance, depart on a Tuesday or Wednesday and return on a Wednesday

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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 December 16, 2025.

This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/15. 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 oojo is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 12/303:50 pmIAH - MAD
1 stop21h 10mBritish Airways
Tue 1/271:00 pmMAD - IAH
1 stop16h 49mBritish Airways
Deal found 12/15$591
This KLM deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/16. 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.
Sat 12/273:30 pmIAH - MAD
1 stop15h 10mKLM
Mon 1/121:05 pmMAD - IAH
1 stop31h 25mKLM
Deal found 12/16$653
This Finnair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/14. 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.
Wed 12/242:50 pmIAH - MAD
1 stop15h 15mMultiple Airlines
Wed 12/314:25 pmMAD - IAH
1 stop15h 33mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/14$660
This Ovago deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/15. 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 Ovago is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 12/238:20 pmHOU - MAD
1 stop30h 05mBritish Airways
Wed 1/2112:40 pmMAD - HOU
1 stop17h 06mBritish Airways
Deal found 12/15$698
This Ovago deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/15. 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 Ovago is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 12/237:27 pmIAH - MAD
1 stop30h 58mBritish Airways
Wed 1/2110:00 amMAD - IAH
1 stop18h 22mBritish Airways
Deal found 12/15$698
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/14. 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.
Tue 12/306:38 pmIAH - MAD
2 stops17h 32mDelta
Tue 1/271:05 pmMAD - IAH
2 stops17h 51mDelta
Deal found 12/14$703
This Finnair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/14. 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.
Wed 12/242:50 pmIAH - MAD
1 stop15h 15mMultiple Airlines
Tue 12/3012:40 pmMAD - IAH
1 stop14h 46mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/14$791
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/15. 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 oojo is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 12/238:20 pmHOU - MAD
1 stop30h 05mBritish Airways
Sun 12/288:35 pmMAD - HOU
2 stops30h 09mBritish Airways
Deal found 12/15$897
This Finnair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/14. 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.
Wed 12/2412:09 pmHOU - MAD
1 stop14h 16mMultiple Airlines
Tue 12/3012:40 pmMAD - HOU
1 stop14h 04mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/14$952
This Ovago deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/15. 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 Ovago is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 12/238:20 pmHOU - MAD
1 stop30h 05mMultiple Airlines
Sun 12/2812:40 pmMAD - HOU
1 stop14h 04mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/15$974
This Ovago deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/15. 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 Ovago is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 12/3012:09 pmHOU - MAD
1 stop14h 16mMultiple Airlines
Sat 1/101:00 pmMAD - HOU
1 stop16h 46mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/15$995
This Expedia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/15. 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 Expedia is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 12/2212:09 pmHOU - MAD
2 stops16h 46mIberia
Mon 12/2912:40 pmMAD - HOU
1 stop26h 52mIberia
Deal found 12/15$996

Find 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 December 16, 2025.

Round-trip from

$525
(oojo)

One-way from

$232
(Kiwi.com)

Popular in

June

Cheapest in

January

Average price

$957
From Houston to Madrid Barajas
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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 December 16, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Houston to Madrid that are best for you.

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Depart

Return

Price

HoustonMadrid

HOU - MAD

HOUMAD

Houston Hobby

Tue 1/13

10:35 am-6:15 am

1 stop12h 40m

Madrid Barajas

Tue 1/20

1:00 pm-10:46 pm

1 stop16h 46m

$527

HoustonMadrid

IAH - MAD

IAHMAD

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Thu 2/12

4:05 pm-11:30 am

1 stop12h 25m

Madrid Barajas

Tue 2/17

6:00 am-1:30 pm

1 stop14h 30m

$531

HoustonMadrid

IAH - MAD

IAHMAD

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Thu 1/15

3:30 pm-4:05 pm

1 stop17h 35m

Madrid Barajas

Thu 1/29

6:00 am-1:30 pm

1 stop14h 30m

$537

HoustonMadrid

HOU - MAD

HOUMAD

Houston Hobby

Wed 1/28

5:45 am-9:15 am

1 stop20h 30m

Madrid Barajas

Sun 2/8

6:00 am-10:33 pm

2 stops23h 33m

$542

HoustonMadrid

HOU - MAD

HOUMAD

Houston Hobby

Fri 1/30

5:45 am-8:00 am

2 stops19h 15m

Madrid Barajas

Fri 2/6

10:00 am-10:33 pm

2 stops19h 33m

$543

HoustonMadrid

HOU - MAD

HOUMAD

Houston Hobby

Wed 1/28

5:45 am-9:15 am

1 stop20h 30m

Madrid Barajas

Sun 2/8

10:00 am-10:33 pm

2 stops19h 33m

$543

HoustonMadrid

IAH - MAD

IAHMAD

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Wed 2/4

12:49 pm-5:40 pm

2 stops21h 51m

Madrid Barajas

Sat 2/14

6:00 am-11:33 pm

2 stops24h 33m

$546

HoustonMadrid

HOU - MAD

HOUMAD

Houston Hobby

Mon 2/2

5:45 am-9:15 am

1 stop20h 30m

Madrid Barajas

Mon 2/16

1:05 pm-12:20 pm

2 stops30h 15m

$547

HoustonMadrid

HOU - MAD

HOUMAD

Houston Hobby

Mon 2/2

12:47 pm-9:25 am

1 stop13h 38m

Madrid Barajas

Mon 2/16

12:40 pm-7:55 pm

1 stop14h 15m

$570

HoustonMadrid

IAH - MAD

IAHMAD

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Wed 2/25

3:50 pm-4:55 pm

1 stop18h 05m

Madrid Barajas

Sun 3/1

8:35 pm-2:05 pm

1 stop24h 30m

$571

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Best time to book a flight from Houston to Madrid

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to Madrid from Houston with our price prediction graph.
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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 December 12, 2025.

The best time to book flights from Houston to Madrid is 40 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, October is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Houston to Madrid (average of $387). Flying from Houston to Madrid in June is currently the most expensive (average of $779). 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 December 16, 2025.

It’s optimal to fly from Houston to Madrid in the evening. By choosing this option you can save up to 38% 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 mornings flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

How often are flights from Houston to Madrid delayed?

About 100% of weekly flights between Houston and Madrid have experienced delays in the past year, with the average delay time being 437 minutes.

What is the most punctual flight time for Houston to Madrid flights?

Historically, flights departing at night are less likely to be delayed, whereas flights leaving at night tend to experience delays more often.

What day of the week experiences the fewest flight delays on this route?

Saturday tends to have the lowest number of delays on this route, whereas Saturday has historically faced a higher average of delays compared to other days of the week.

Which airline has the best punctuality record on Houston to Madrid flights?

Over the last year, Iberia have had the lowest number of delays on this route, with just 100% of flights being delayed.

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 December 16, 2025.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown United Airlines, American Airlines, and Air Canada from Houston to Madrid. Users can see the overall rating for each airline as well as how each is rated in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,092 reviews

Food

6.6

Crew

8.1

Boarding

7.7

Entertainment

7.1

Overall

7.4

Comfort

7.3

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Sunderesh,Dec 2025

AUS - EWR

Smooth flight from Austin to Newark. The crew was friendly.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,092 reviews
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,092 reviews

Food

6.6

Crew

8.1

Boarding

7.7

Entertainment

7.1

Overall

7.4

Comfort

7.3

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Sunderesh,Dec 2025

AUS - EWR

Smooth flight from Austin to Newark. The crew was friendly.
American Airlines
7.2
Good
11,049 reviews
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,092 reviews

Food

6.6

Crew

8.1

Boarding

7.7

Entertainment

7.1

Overall

7.4

Comfort

7.3

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Sunderesh,Dec 2025

AUS - EWR

Smooth flight from Austin to Newark. The crew was friendly.
Air Canada
7.1
Good
10,531 reviews
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,092 reviews

Food

6.6

Crew

8.1

Boarding

7.7

Entertainment

7.1

Overall

7.4

Comfort

7.3

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Sunderesh,Dec 2025

AUS - EWR

Smooth flight from Austin to Newark. The crew was friendly.
Iberia
7.0
Good
3,051 reviews
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,092 reviews

Food

6.6

Crew

8.1

Boarding

7.7

Entertainment

7.1

Overall

7.4

Comfort

7.3

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Sunderesh,Dec 2025

AUS - EWR

Smooth flight from Austin to Newark. The crew was friendly.
British Airways
6.7
Okay
7,583 reviews
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,092 reviews

Food

6.6

Crew

8.1

Boarding

7.7

Entertainment

7.1

Overall

7.4

Comfort

7.3

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Sunderesh,Dec 2025

AUS - EWR

Smooth flight from Austin to Newark. The crew was friendly.

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 11 different airlines.

  • How long is the flight from Houston to Madrid?

    Delta, Virgin Atlantic, and British Airways can get you from Houston to Madrid in just under 12h 25m. Your travel time can differ by up to 6h 50m. There are 4992 mi between Houston and Madrid. When browsing for deals, the options you’ll see will be for both nonstop flights and flights with stops.

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

    According to our current data, JetBlue ($210), Delta ($487), and United Airlines ($487) offers the cheapest pricing from Houston to Madrid. JetBlue is currently priced 71% 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 $247. British Airways flights start at $330 while deals on Turkish Airlines start at $355 one-way.

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

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

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

    The majority of Dallas visitors spend their time at American Airlines Center, Dallas World Aquarium, and Dos Equis Pavilion. Those on a layover in Dallas interested in visiting American Airlines Center, Dallas World Aquarium, or Dos Equis Pavilion can do so by traveling 15.0 mi, 15.5 mi, and 18.3 mi, respectively from Dallas/Fort Worth. Travelers can rent a car at Dallas/Fort Worth for an average daily rate of $50 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 London 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, October is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Houston to Madrid (average of $387). Flying from Houston to Madrid in June is currently the most expensive (average of $779). 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 December 16, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
JetBlueCheapest$210Average$211FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
DeltaCheapest$487Average$766FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
United AirlinesCheapest$487Average$788FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
American AirlinesCheapest$489Average$850FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
British AirwaysCheapest$491Average$739FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
IberiaCheapest$495Average$751FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
Air CanadaCheapest$503Average$890FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
Air FranceCheapest$531Average$743FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
KLMCheapest$560Average$736FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
LufthansaCheapest$575Average$826FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%

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