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$217+ Cheap flights from Washington, D.C. (WAS) 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 11/12. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
WAS — MAD
Nov 13 — Nov 201
Thu 11/13
Thu 11/20
1 adult, Economy
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This Expedia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/13. 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.
Wed 12/38:35 pmBWI - MAD
1 stop11h 40mBritish Airways
Thu 12/1812:50 pmMAD - BWI
1 stop11h 55mBritish Airways
Deal found 10/13$433
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/13. 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.
Sun 11/912:16 pmBWI - MAD
1 stop14h 59mDelta
Thu 11/2011:15 amMAD - BWI
1 stop15h 29mDelta
Deal found 10/13$438
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/13. 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.
Mon 12/112:16 pmBWI - MAD
1 stop14h 59mDelta
Thu 12/1110:00 amMAD - BWI
2 stops19h 03mDelta
Deal found 10/13$443
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/12. 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 FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 11/48:35 pmBWI - MAD
1 stop12h 15mBritish Airways
Wed 11/121:00 pmMAD - BWI
1 stop16h 35mBritish Airways
Deal found 10/12$445
This Gurufare deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/12. 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 11/118:35 pmBWI - MAD
1 stop15h 50mBritish Airways
Thu 11/201:00 pmMAD - BWI
1 stop12h 30mBritish Airways
Deal found 10/12$460
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/13. 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.
Sun 11/912:16 pmBWI - MAD
1 stop14h 59mDelta
Tue 11/1812:35 pmMAD - BWI
2 stops16h 25mDelta
Deal found 10/13$462
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/12. 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.
Mon 10/131:50 pmBWI - MAD
1 stop13h 45mDelta
Tue 10/216:00 amMAD - BWI
2 stops16h 54mDelta
Deal found 10/12$463
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/13. 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.
Mon 10/208:05 amBWI - MAD
2 stops17h 45mDelta
Fri 10/3112:35 pmMAD - BWI
2 stops15h 27mDelta
Deal found 10/13$467
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Wed 10/158:05 amBWI - MAD
2 stops17h 45mDelta
Tue 10/216:00 amMAD - BWI
2 stops16h 54mDelta
Deal found 10/13$468
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Thu 12/46:00 pmIAD - MAD
Nonstop7h 40mIberia
Thu 12/1112:50 pmMAD - IAD
Nonstop9h 40mIberia
Deal found 10/12$469
This Iberia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/12. 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.
Wed 12/36:20 pmIAD - MAD
1 stop13h 55mIberia
Sun 12/712:50 pmMAD - IAD
Nonstop9h 40mIberia
Deal found 10/12$470
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Tue 11/2511:10 amDCA - MAD
2 stops17h 05mDelta
Wed 12/1011:15 amMAD - DCA
1 stop17h 25mDelta
Deal found 10/13$470

Cheap flight deals from Washington, D.C. to Madrid

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Washington, D.C. (WAS) 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 October 14, 2025.

Most accurate provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$429
(oojo)

One-way from

$217
(oojo)

Popular in

June

Cheapest in

February

Average price

$568

Good round-trip deal

$601 or less

Good one-way deal

$389 or less
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One-way flight from Washington, D.C. (WAS) to Madrid Barajas
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 19% potential increase in price ($165 potential increase over avg. RT price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 3% potential price decrease ($26 potential savings vs. average RT price).
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Average for round-trip flights in October 2025
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Customize your flight search to find flights from Washington, D.C. 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 October 14, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Washington, D.C. to Madrid that are best for you.

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Route

Depart

Return

Price

BaltimoreMadrid

BWI - MAD

BWIMAD

Baltimore/Washington

Mon 2/2

2:10 pm-9:15 am

1 stop13h 05m

Madrid Barajas

Wed 2/11

10:00 am-10:59 pm

2 stops18h 59m

$443

Washington, D.C.Madrid

IAD - MAD

IADMAD

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Tue 10/21

12:09 pm-9:10 am

2 stops15h 01m

Madrid Barajas

Wed 10/29

6:00 am-8:15 pm

1 stop19h 15m

$471

Washington, D.C.Madrid

DCA - MAD

DCAMAD

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Sun 11/16

4:10 pm-8:00 am

1 stop9h 50m

Madrid Barajas

Fri 12/5

1:35 pm-9:56 pm

1 stop14h 21m

$473

BaltimoreMadrid

BWI - MAD

BWIMAD

Baltimore/Washington

Wed 12/3

8:35 pm-2:15 pm

1 stop11h 40m

Madrid Barajas

Sun 12/7

1:00 pm-7:25 pm

1 stop12h 25m

$480

Washington, D.C.Madrid

IAD - MAD

IADMAD

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Tue 11/11

9:45 pm-6:25 pm

1 stop14h 40m

Madrid Barajas

Tue 11/18

7:25 pm-7:55 pm

1 stop30h 30m

$483

BaltimoreMadrid

BWI - MAD

BWIMAD

Baltimore/Washington

Tue 11/11

8:35 pm-6:25 pm

1 stop15h 50m

Madrid Barajas

Wed 11/19

12:50 pm-6:45 pm

1 stop11h 55m

$483

Washington, D.C.Madrid

IAD - MAD

IADMAD

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Thu 11/6

6:00 pm-7:40 am

Nonstop7h 40m

Madrid Barajas

Thu 11/20

1:00 pm-7:20 pm

1 stop12h 20m

$484

Washington, D.C.Madrid

DCA - MAD

DCAMAD

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Wed 11/26

4:21 pm-11:45 am

2 stops13h 24m

Madrid Barajas

Wed 12/3

5:55 am-3:31 pm

2 stops15h 36m

$485

BaltimoreMadrid

BWI - MAD

BWIMAD

Baltimore/Washington

Mon 1/12

10:05 am-8:00 am

2 stops15h 55m

Madrid Barajas

Tue 1/27

6:00 am-9:41 pm

3 stops21h 41m

$487

Washington, D.C.Madrid

IAD - MAD

IADMAD

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Mon 11/17

3:35 pm-9:15 am

1 stop11h 40m

Madrid Barajas

Sun 11/23

10:00 am-7:08 pm

1 stop15h 08m

$488

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Use the table below to compare price accuracy, trust ratings, and cancellation policies for each provider offering flight deals from Washington, D.C. to Madrid in October.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
ExpediaPrice Accuracy2 starsTrust Score*3 stars
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
eDreamsPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
AranGrantPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
OvagoPrice Accuracy2 starsTrust Score*2 stars
CheapfaremartPrice Accuracy-Trust Score*1 star
oojoPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
GotogatePrice Accuracy2 starsTrust Score*2 stars
CheapflightsfaresPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*1 star
SmartFaresPrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*1 star

*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 Washington, D.C.-Madrid flights, users find the pricing of FlightHub to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub Users can find the same prices on Washington, D.C.-Madrid flight deals on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from Washington, D.C.-Madrid flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on Washington, D.C.-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 Washington, D.C.-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 Washington, D.C. to Madrid

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to Madrid from Washington, D.C. with our price prediction graph.
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Everything you need to know about your flight from Washington, D.C. to Madrid

How far ahead should I book a flight from Washington, D.C. to Madrid?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Washington, D.C. to Madrid. Price data was last updated on October 10, 2025.

The price you pay for your flight from Washington, D.C. to Madrid may vary depending on when you book. For the best chance of a lower fare, look to book 44 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 Washington, D.C. to Madrid?

Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Washington, D.C. to Madrid (average of $353). Flying from Washington, D.C. to Madrid in April is currently the most expensive (average of $505). 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 WAS to MAD?

Find hourly flight availability from Washington, D.C. 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 October 14, 2025.

A simple way to save on the total cost of your ticket is to fly from Washington, D.C. to Madrid in the evening. If you’re flexible enough to do this you can expect to save up to 12% on your trip compared to booking a flight in the morning.

What is the cheapest day to fly from Washington, D.C. to Madrid?

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

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Washington, D.C. to Madrid flight should consider departing on Sunday 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.

Weekly flight availability from Washington, D.C. to Madrid

Explore weekly flight availability from Washington, D.C. to Madrid. Discover flights operating on different days of the week, giving you the flexibility to choose a travel day that best fits your plans. Compare info to find the most convenient option for your journey. Data last updated October 14, 2025.

The most flights from WAS to MAD are scheduled on a Monday (11 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Saturday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (5 on average).

What’s the top layover airport for flights from Washington, D.C. to Madrid?

Share of 1-stop round-trip flights from Washington, D.C. to Madrid chosen by Cheapflights users in the past 12 months, using the same layover each way.

Lisbon (LIS) – chosen by Cheapflights users on 69% of 1-stop itineraries from Washington, D.C. to Madrid on Cheapflights.

What’s the cheapest layover airport for flights from Washington, D.C. to Madrid?

Average round-trip fare for 1-stop flights from Washington, D.C. to Madrid, chosen by Cheapflights users in the past 12 months, with the same layover each way.

Dublin (DUB) is the most affordable 1-stop option, with an average round-trip price of $828.

What’s the fastest layover option from Washington, D.C. to Madrid?

Shortest average travel time for 1-stop one-way flights from Washington, D.C. to Madrid, based on itineraries clicked by Cheapflights users over the past 12 months, grouped by layover airport.

Flights via Lisbon (LIS) have the shortest average one-way travel time for 1-stop routes: 10h 18m.

Which airport typically offers the quickest layover for flights from Washington, D.C. to Madrid?

Average layover duration for 1-stop one-way flights from Washington, D.C. to Madrid, chosen by Cheapflights users in the last 12 months, grouped by stopover airport.

Flights via Dublin (DUB) offer the fastest connection on this route, with an average layover time of 2h 13m.

The best insider tips for Washington, D.C. to Madrid flights

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Cheapflights partnered with top experts to bring you the best recommendations for your Washington, D.C. to Madrid trip
Airports
IAD

Expect long security queues at IAD, especially in the afternoon and evening. Plan extra time for check-in and navigating between terminals.

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MAD

Upon arrival at MAD, use public transport like the metro or Renfe trains for quick access to Madrid's city center.

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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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Ramsey Qubein

An avid traveler and aviation expert who has visited 173 countries, all 50 states and seven continents, Ramsey Qubein flies nearly 400,000 miles a year. As a North Carolina-based freelance journalist for publications including Conde Nast Traveler, Forbes, USA Today and Bloomberg among others, he explores the latest trends in aviation, hospitality, cruises and business.

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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 October 14, 2025.
Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown with United Airlines, American Airlines, and TAP AIR PORTUGAL from Washington, D.C. to Madrid to help guide your decision. You can also see how each airline stacks up in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,975 reviews

Food

6.6

Comfort

7.3

Crew

8.1

Boarding

7.7

Entertainment

7.1

Overall

7.4

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Tim,Sep 2025

IAD - GSP

This was pretty bad. It’s chaos at the Dulles boarding gates for the small regional jets because they use one gate to board 3-4 flights at a time. So, it’s difficult knowing where and when to go. There is little space for any size of carrry-on, so most had to gate check their bags. However, the worst of it was that our single flight attendant fell asleep before we took off and the pilot couldn’t do so until she responded to his messages. My wife had to wake her up! So we were a little late leaving. Not to be thwarted, the flight attendant fell asleep right after take off and there was no sight of her during the flight. When the aircraft touched down, a tray of unsecured canned drinks came crashing onto the aisle up front. I can only assume someone didn’t do what they were supposed to. The pilot was great, but I’m sure he must not be happy with this crew member.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,975 reviews
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,975 reviews

Food

6.6

Comfort

7.3

Crew

8.1

Boarding

7.7

Entertainment

7.1

Overall

7.4

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Tim,Sep 2025

IAD - GSP

This was pretty bad. It’s chaos at the Dulles boarding gates for the small regional jets because they use one gate to board 3-4 flights at a time. So, it’s difficult knowing where and when to go. There is little space for any size of carrry-on, so most had to gate check their bags. However, the worst of it was that our single flight attendant fell asleep before we took off and the pilot couldn’t do so until she responded to his messages. My wife had to wake her up! So we were a little late leaving. Not to be thwarted, the flight attendant fell asleep right after take off and there was no sight of her during the flight. When the aircraft touched down, a tray of unsecured canned drinks came crashing onto the aisle up front. I can only assume someone didn’t do what they were supposed to. The pilot was great, but I’m sure he must not be happy with this crew member.
American Airlines
7.2
Good
11,043 reviews
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,975 reviews

Food

6.6

Comfort

7.3

Crew

8.1

Boarding

7.7

Entertainment

7.1

Overall

7.4

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Tim,Sep 2025

IAD - GSP

This was pretty bad. It’s chaos at the Dulles boarding gates for the small regional jets because they use one gate to board 3-4 flights at a time. So, it’s difficult knowing where and when to go. There is little space for any size of carrry-on, so most had to gate check their bags. However, the worst of it was that our single flight attendant fell asleep before we took off and the pilot couldn’t do so until she responded to his messages. My wife had to wake her up! So we were a little late leaving. Not to be thwarted, the flight attendant fell asleep right after take off and there was no sight of her during the flight. When the aircraft touched down, a tray of unsecured canned drinks came crashing onto the aisle up front. I can only assume someone didn’t do what they were supposed to. The pilot was great, but I’m sure he must not be happy with this crew member.
TAP AIR PORTUGAL
7.1
Good
2,013 reviews
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,975 reviews

Food

6.6

Comfort

7.3

Crew

8.1

Boarding

7.7

Entertainment

7.1

Overall

7.4

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Tim,Sep 2025

IAD - GSP

This was pretty bad. It’s chaos at the Dulles boarding gates for the small regional jets because they use one gate to board 3-4 flights at a time. So, it’s difficult knowing where and when to go. There is little space for any size of carrry-on, so most had to gate check their bags. However, the worst of it was that our single flight attendant fell asleep before we took off and the pilot couldn’t do so until she responded to his messages. My wife had to wake her up! So we were a little late leaving. Not to be thwarted, the flight attendant fell asleep right after take off and there was no sight of her during the flight. When the aircraft touched down, a tray of unsecured canned drinks came crashing onto the aisle up front. I can only assume someone didn’t do what they were supposed to. The pilot was great, but I’m sure he must not be happy with this crew member.
Iberia
7.0
Good
2,988 reviews
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,975 reviews

Food

6.6

Comfort

7.3

Crew

8.1

Boarding

7.7

Entertainment

7.1

Overall

7.4

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Tim,Sep 2025

IAD - GSP

This was pretty bad. It’s chaos at the Dulles boarding gates for the small regional jets because they use one gate to board 3-4 flights at a time. So, it’s difficult knowing where and when to go. There is little space for any size of carrry-on, so most had to gate check their bags. However, the worst of it was that our single flight attendant fell asleep before we took off and the pilot couldn’t do so until she responded to his messages. My wife had to wake her up! So we were a little late leaving. Not to be thwarted, the flight attendant fell asleep right after take off and there was no sight of her during the flight. When the aircraft touched down, a tray of unsecured canned drinks came crashing onto the aisle up front. I can only assume someone didn’t do what they were supposed to. The pilot was great, but I’m sure he must not be happy with this crew member.
British Airways
6.7
Okay
7,454 reviews
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,975 reviews

Food

6.6

Comfort

7.3

Crew

8.1

Boarding

7.7

Entertainment

7.1

Overall

7.4

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Tim,Sep 2025

IAD - GSP

This was pretty bad. It’s chaos at the Dulles boarding gates for the small regional jets because they use one gate to board 3-4 flights at a time. So, it’s difficult knowing where and when to go. There is little space for any size of carrry-on, so most had to gate check their bags. However, the worst of it was that our single flight attendant fell asleep before we took off and the pilot couldn’t do so until she responded to his messages. My wife had to wake her up! So we were a little late leaving. Not to be thwarted, the flight attendant fell asleep right after take off and there was no sight of her during the flight. When the aircraft touched down, a tray of unsecured canned drinks came crashing onto the aisle up front. I can only assume someone didn’t do what they were supposed to. The pilot was great, but I’m sure he must not be happy with this crew member.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Washington, D.C. 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 Washington, D.C.?

    Madrid Barajas (MAD), located 8.5 mi from the city center, is the airport you fly into when you book flights from Washington, D.C. to Madrid. 16 airlines have flights to Barajas from Washington, D.C. on a regular basis. Booking flights from Washington, D.C. to Madrid Barajas should not be difficult; the airport handles an average of 9 inbound flights from Washington, D.C. per day.

  • How long is the flight from Washington, D.C. to Madrid?

    A quick flight from Washington, D.C. to Madrid can take about 9h 50m. Delta provides one of the quickest options available for as low as $473. Airlines will cover a distance of 3787 mi. This flight may include one or multiple stops.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Washington, D.C. to Madrid round-trip?

    According to our current data, Brussels Airlines ($198), TAP AIR PORTUGAL ($339), and Air Canada ($353) offers the cheapest pricing from Washington, D.C. to Madrid. Brussels Airlines is currently priced 70% below the average price you’ll pay for this route.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Washington, D.C. to Madrid one-way?

    For one-way options, check prices for TAP AIR PORTUGAL. According to our data, you can fly for as low as $217. Users have also found prices from $391 and $394 on Air Canada and United Airlines, respectively.

  • What are the most popular routes from Washington, D.C. to Madrid?

    The most popular flight routes from Washington, D.C. to Madrid are Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl - Madrid Barajas, Washington, D.C. Reagan-National - Madrid Barajas and Baltimore/Washington - Madrid Barajas.

  • What are the most reliable airlines from Washington, D.C. 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 Washington, D.C. to Madrid on time: American Airlines (88%), Qatar Airways (88%), Aer Lingus (88%).

  • What are the cheapest flights from Washington, D.C. to Madrid?

    Looking for the cheapest flight from Washington, D.C. to Madrid? While on average our users pay $1,062, our data indicates the cheapest price to be $374. The most popular route (Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl - Madrid Barajas), is priced around $323.

  • Where are the most common layover locations when flying from Washington, D.C. to Madrid?

    Most of the time, Washington, D.C. to Madrid flights that have layovers will stop in Lisbon. Lisbon is followed by London in terms of the most popular layover location on flights from Washington, D.C. to Madrid. New York follows London in terms of the most frequent layover location on Washington, D.C. to Madrid flights.

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

    If you're on a layover in Lisbon and looking for things to do, consider visiting Chiado, Praça do Marquês de Pombal, or Londres. Chiado, Praça do Marquês de Pombal, and Londres are located about 4.5 mi, 3.6 mi, and 2.3 mi, respectively from Lisbon Humberto Delgado. Travelers in need of a car in Lisbon can rent one for about $17 per day.

  • What are some popular points of interest to see during a layover in London?

    London travelers tend to visit Hyde Park, Buckingham Palace, and Piccadilly Circus more than any other notable places. Travelers on a layover in London can visit Hyde Park, Buckingham Palace, and Piccadilly Circus, by traveling 12.5 mi, 13.7 mi, and 14.1 mi, respectively after landing at London Heathrow. Those looking to explore during their layover in London can rent a car from London Heathrow for about $36 per day.

  • What are points of interest worth seeing during a layover in New York?

    Times Square, New York City Center, and Madison Square Garden are the most popular attractions in New York if you're in need of something to do during your layover. Times Square, New York City Center, and Madison Square Garden can be accessed by traveling approximately 13.6 mi, 13.6 mi, and 13.6 mi, respectively from New York John F Kennedy Intl. Travelers can book a car rental at New York John F Kennedy Intl for about $62 per day to make their sightseeing more efficient.

  • Where are the least popular layover locations for Washington, D.C. to Madrid flights?

    Washington, D.C. to Madrid flights have a layover in Philadelphia least often. Charlotte is the second least popular location for layovers on flights from Washington, D.C. to Madrid.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Washington, D.C. to Madrid that include hotel bookings?

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

  • How can I find direct flights from Washington, D.C. to Madrid?

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

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Washington, D.C. to Madrid?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Washington, D.C. 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 Washington, D.C. to Madrid?

    Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Washington, D.C. to Madrid (average of $353). Flying from Washington, D.C. to Madrid in April is currently the most expensive (average of $505). 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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Discover the top 10 airlines that operate flights from Washington, D.C. 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 October 14, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Brussels AirlinesCheapest$198Average$733FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
PLAYCheapest$293Average$398FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
TAP AIR PORTUGALCheapest$339Average$599FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
Air CanadaCheapest$353Average$733FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
United AirlinesCheapest$363Average$706FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
IberiaCheapest$390Average$756FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
KLMCheapest$409Average$667FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
FinnairCheapest$448Average$586FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
British AirwaysCheapest$452Average$614FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
DeltaCheapest$475Average$645FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A

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