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Today’s best flight deals from Donostia / San Sebastián to Madrid

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November 15 - November 16

Cheapest

EAS - Madrid

$80

$77

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November 15 - November 17

Cheapest

EAS - Madrid

$80

$77

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November 15 - November 18

Cheapest

EAS - Madrid

$80

$77

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August 17 - August 23

EAS - Madrid

$88

$78

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August 18 - August 25

EAS - Madrid

$88

$78

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August 18 - August 26

EAS - Madrid

$85

$78

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August 18 - August 28

EAS - Madrid

$82

$78

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August 20 - August 26

EAS - Madrid

$88

$78

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August 4 - August 5

Best

Earliest

EAS - Madrid

$99

$78

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August 6 - August 12

EAS - Madrid

$90

$78

Round trip

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Insights for flights from Donostia / San Sebastián to Madrid

A typical journey from Donostia / San Sebastián to Madrid takes about 1h 10m, including connections. This short flight covers a distance of 351 kilometers, classifying it as a short-haul route. Given the proximity, many travelers find this a convenient route for quick trips between the two cities.

For travelers seeking cheap flights from Donostia / San Sebastián to Madrid, the fares typically range from $87 to $303, with a median price of $179. Right now, current fares are below the typical level, and about 2% of recent fares were classified as a good price. New deals appear almost daily, offering frequent opportunities to find competitive prices.

When is the cheapest time to fly from Donostia / San Sebastián to Madrid? The data indicates that February is often the most affordable month, with a median fare of just $56. Following closely are December, with a median of $58, and January, with a median of $60. Planning your trip during these months can lead to significant savings.

Regarding direct flights from Donostia / San Sebastián to Madrid, a meaningful share are non-stop, making up 61.5% of recent itineraries. For the remaining flights, most itineraries connect at least once, with a typical number of 1 stopover when a connection is involved. This mix provides flexibility for travelers, whether they prioritize speed or are open to a brief stop.

How much is a round trip from Donostia / San Sebastián to Madrid

Regular price: $58 - $155

Prices for flights from Donostia / San Sebastián to Madrid are currently within the regular range.

The regular price range for this route is between 58 USD and 155 USD. The current lowest deal is 77 USD with Iberia Airlines for travel from Nov 15-Nov 16.

now $77

Low $58

High $155

The cheapest time to fly from Donostia / San Sebastián to Madrid

The cheapest month to fly from San Sebastian to Madrid is February, with a median price of $56. The most expensive month is June, with a median price of $226. Prices are generally lower from January to December.

February

Cheapest

Flights from $56

June

Most Expensive

Flights from $226

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Direct flights from Donostia / San Sebastián to Madrid

Iberia Airlines

Last-minute flights going from Donostia / San Sebastián to Madrid

Mon, Aug 3

⌛ Last-Minute

EAS - Madrid

Donostia / San Sebastián (EAS) - Madrid (MAD)

Iberia Airlines

$99

$78

One-way

Mon, Aug 3

⌛ Last-Minute

EAS - Madrid

Donostia / San Sebastián (EAS) - Madrid (MAD)

Iberia Airlines

$85

$78

One-way

Tue, Aug 4

⌛ Last-Minute

EAS - Madrid

Donostia / San Sebastián (EAS) - Madrid (MAD)

Iberia Airlines

$99

$78

One-way

Tue, Aug 4

⌛ Last-Minute

EAS - Madrid

Donostia / San Sebastián (EAS) - Madrid (MAD)

Iberia Airlines

$98

$78

One-way

Tue, Aug 4

⌛ Last-Minute

EAS - Madrid

Donostia / San Sebastián (EAS) - Madrid (MAD)

Iberia Airlines

$75

$78

One-way

Wed, Aug 5

⌛ Last-Minute

EAS - Madrid

Donostia / San Sebastián (EAS) - Madrid (MAD)

Iberia Airlines

$75

$78

One-way

Biggest price drops on these dates for flights from Donostia / San Sebastián to Madrid

4 nights

Sep 10 - Sep 14

$185 → $126

32%

2 nights

Sep 16 - Sep 18

$182 → $124

32%

1 night

Sep 23 - Sep 24

$181 → $124

31%

7 nights

Sep 23 - Sep 30

$174 → $118

32%

Popular Airports to fly from Donostia / San Sebastián to Madrid

Donostia / San Sebastián - Madrid route insights

💸 Price insights

Recent fares are below the typical level.

Recent roundtrip fares from Donostia / San Sebastián to Madrid have been around $77.

📅 Best time to fly

February is historically the cheapest month to fly.

Historically, February has a median price of $56, which is the lowest for this route.

⏱️ Flight duration

Direct flights take 1h 10m.

The typical direct flight duration from Donostia / San Sebastián to Madrid is 1h 10m.

✈️ Airlines & availability

61.5% of deals are for direct flights.

Most deals are for direct flights, with 1 stopover being typical for connecting flights.

🏆 Airline highlight

Iberia Airlines offers direct flights.

Iberia Airlines is one of the airlines that historically offers direct flights on this route.

🎯 Booking tip

Deals appear frequently for this route.

Historically, deals for flights from Donostia / San Sebastián to Madrid appear frequently.

Donostia / San Sebastián main airports to depart from

San Sebastián (EAS)

Cheapest

San Sebastián Airport (EAS) is a convenient option for flights from Donostia / San Sebastián to Madrid.

📍 ~15 km from Donostia / San Sebastián city center.

💸 Flights from ~$77

Madrid main airports to arrive at

Adolfo Suárez Madrid–Barajas (MAD)

Cheapest

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

📍 ~13 km from Madrid city center (reachable by car, metro, bus, train).

💸 Flights from ~$79

Airports nearby Madrid used as alternative

Valencia (VLC)

Consider Valencia for its major international connections and excellent high-speed rail link from Madrid.

📍 ~300 km from Madrid (reachable by high-speed train)

💸 Flights from ~$116

Barcelona–El Prat (BCN)

Cheapest

Barcelona is Spain's largest alternative hub with extensive international flights, despite being the furthest.

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

💸 Flights from ~$54

Málaga (AGP)

Málaga is a major international gateway with high flight volume and a direct high-speed rail connection.

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

💸 Flights from ~$68

Alicante–Elche (ALC)

Alicante–Elche offers strong high-speed rail connectivity and significant international flight volume.

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

💸 Flights from ~$139

Seville (SVQ)

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

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

💸 Flights from ~$99

Business & First Class Flight Deals to Madrid

Madrid, Spain

33% AI deal score

$2,315

From EAS

Elite

Jul 07

Madrid, Spain

33% AI deal score

$2,315

Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Madrid

Historically, booking flights from Donostia / San Sebastián to Madrid at least 60 days in advance typically yields the best prices. Across the trailing quarter, the average price for flights booked 60+ days out was around $118. In contrast, flights booked within 0-6 days of departure had an average price of $302. Planning ahead by more than two months can lead to significant savings on this route.

A flight from Donostia / San Sebastián to Madrid is considered a good deal if it is priced at or below $87. This threshold is based on historical data from the trailing 90 days, where 25% of all observed prices were at or below this amount. The median price for this route during the same period was $179, indicating that prices can vary significantly.

Historically, February and December have offered the cheapest flights from Donostia / San Sebastián to Madrid, with median prices of $56 and $58 respectively. January also presents a good value, with a median price of $60. The annual median price for this route is $179, so flying in these months can result in substantial savings.

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