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July 6 - July 13

Cheapest

CWL - Madrid

$295

$141

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September 14 - September 18

CWL - Madrid

$276

$155

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July 12 - July 15

Best

CWL - Madrid

$301

$156

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July 15 - July 20

CWL - Madrid

$295

$156

Round trip

September 1 - September 30

CWL - Madrid

$235

$161

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December 12 - December 14

CWL - Madrid

$292

$161

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July 1 - July 13

Earliest

CWL - Madrid

$272

$161

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July 1 - July 20

Earliest

CWL - Madrid

$261

$162

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July 1 - July 6

Earliest

CWL - Madrid

$301

$162

Round trip

July 1 - July 15

Earliest

CWL - Madrid

$270

$164

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Insights for flights from Cardiff to Madrid

The journey from Cardiff to Madrid covers a distance of 1212 kilometers, classifying it as a short-haul route. For travelers seeking cheap flights from Cardiff to Madrid, fares typically range from $170–$292, with a median of $234. Right now, current fares are below the typical level, and approximately 34% of recent fares were classified as a good price. New deals appear almost daily for this route.

When is the cheapest time to fly from Cardiff to Madrid? The most affordable months to fly are June, with a median fare of $204, followed by July at a median of $217. May also offers competitive pricing, with a median fare of $233.

Regarding direct flights from Cardiff to Madrid, most itineraries connect at least once, as 0% of recent fares were non-stop. For connecting itineraries, the typical number of connections is 1.

A typical journey from Cardiff to Madrid, including connections, takes approximately 13h 40m. This duration reflects the common travel patterns for this route, where most itineraries involve at least one stopover.

How much is a round trip from Cardiff to Madrid

Regular price: $233 - $615

Prices are currently below the regular range for flights from Cardiff to Madrid.

The regular price range for flights from Cardiff to Madrid is $233 to $615. The current lowest deal is $141 with Ryanair, for travel from Jul 6 to Jul 13.

now $141

Low $233

High $615

The cheapest time to fly from Cardiff to Madrid

The cheapest month to fly from Cardiff to Madrid is June, with a median price of $204. The most expensive month is March, with a median price of $315. Prices are generally lower from April to October.

June

Cheapest

Flights from $204

March

Most Expensive

Flights from $315

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Direct flights from Cardiff to Madrid

Ryanair

Vueling Airlines

Air Europa

Iberia Airlines

Last-minute flights going from Cardiff to Madrid

Mon, Jun 22

⌛ Last-Minute

CWL - Madrid

Cardiff (CWL) - Madrid (MAD)

TUI Airways, Iberia Express

$291

$228

One-way

Mon, Jun 22

⌛ Last-Minute

CWL - Madrid

Cardiff (CWL) - Madrid (MAD)

TUI Airways, Iberia Express

$291

$231

One-way

Mon, Jun 22

⌛ Last-Minute

CWL - Madrid

Cardiff (CWL) - Madrid (MAD)

TUI Airways, Iberia Express

$307

$242

One-way

Thu, Jun 25

⌛ Last-Minute

CWL - Madrid

Cardiff (CWL) - Madrid (MAD)

TUI Airways

$340

$252

One-way

Fri, Jun 26

⌛ Last-Minute

CWL - Madrid

Cardiff (CWL) - Madrid (MAD)

Ryanair

$339

$220

One-way

Tue, Jun 30

⌛ Last-Minute

CWL - Madrid

Cardiff (CWL) - Madrid (MAD)

Vueling Airlines, Air Europa

$268

$194

One-way

Biggest price drops on these dates for flights from Cardiff to Madrid

7 nights

Jul 6 - Jul 13

$295 → $141

52%

3 nights

Jul 12 - Jul 15

$301 → $156

48%

5 nights

Jul 15 - Jul 20

$295 → $156

47%

5 nights

Jul 1 - Jul 6

$301 → $162

46%

Popular Airports to fly from Cardiff to Madrid

Cardiff - Madrid route insights

💸 Price insights

Recent fares are below the typical level

Recent fares from Cardiff to Madrid are below the typical level, with 34% good prices.

📅 Best time to fly

June is historically the cheapest month to fly

Historically, June is the cheapest month to fly from Cardiff to Madrid, with a median price of $204.

⏱️ Flight duration

Connecting flights take 13h 40m on average

Flights from Cardiff to Madrid typically involve one stop, with a median flight time of 13h 40m.

✈️ Airlines & availability

Connecting flights are dominant for this route

Connecting flights are dominant for this route, with Ryanair, Vueling Airlines, Air Europa, and Iberia Airlines offering deals.

🏆 Airline highlight

Ryanair offers the most deals for this route

Ryanair has historically offered the most deals for flights from Cardiff to Madrid, with 56 deals.

🎯 Booking tip

Deals are frequent for this route

Deals for flights from Cardiff to Madrid are frequent, with 0.5 deals per day recently.

Cardiff main airports to depart from

Cardiff (CWL)

Cheapest

Cardiff Airport is a good option for flights to Madrid, offering competitive prices.

📍 ~18 km from Cardiff city center (reachable by car or train)

💸 Flights from ~$141

Madrid main airports to arrive at

Adolfo Suárez Madrid–Barajas (MAD)

Cheapest

Adolfo Suárez Madrid–Barajas Airport is a key arrival point for flights from Cardiff to Madrid.

📍 ~13 km from Madrid city center (reachable by public transport or car)

💸 Flights from ~$141

Airports nearby Madrid used as alternative

Valencia (VLC)

Valencia Airport is a major international hub with a wide range of European and domestic connections.

📍 ~360 km from Madrid (reachable by high-speed train)

💸 Flights from ~$141

Barcelona–El Prat (BCN)

Barcelona–El Prat is Spain's largest alternative hub with an extensive international flight network.

📍 ~500 km from Madrid (reachable by high-speed train)

💸 Flights from ~$134

Málaga (AGP)

Cheapest

Málaga Airport is a major international gateway, especially for low-cost carriers, with high flight volume.

📍 ~410 km from Madrid (reachable by high-speed train)

💸 Flights from ~$49

Alicante–Elche (ALC)

Alicante–Elche Airport offers significant international flights, particularly to Northern Europe and the UK.

📍 ~360 km from Madrid (reachable by high-speed train)

💸 Flights from ~$50

Seville (SVQ)

Seville Airport is the primary hub for Southern Spain with good domestic and European coverage.

📍 ~400 km from Madrid (reachable by high-speed train)

💸 Flights from ~$205

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Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Madrid

To find more affordable flights, consider being flexible with your travel dates and times. Comparing prices across different airlines and booking sites can also reveal better deals. Sometimes, flying on weekdays or during off-peak seasons may result in lower fares.

Booking in advance often provides more options and potentially lower prices, especially for popular routes. However, last-minute deals can sometimes appear, though they are less predictable. Monitoring price trends can help you decide the optimal booking time.

Comparing nearby airports can sometimes lead to more economical flight options. While it may involve additional travel time to and from these airports, the savings on airfare can be significant. It's often worth checking if alternative departure or arrival points offer better deals.

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