What percentage of Madrid to Rio de Janeiro flights are direct?

Across the trailing quarter, only a small percentage of flights from Madrid to Rio de Janeiro are direct, specifically 2.1%. The vast majority of travelers on this route will typically have connecting flights. For those with connecting flights, the median number of stopovers observed was 2. This indicates that direct flights are a less common option for this route.

What's the flight time from Madrid to Rio de Janeiro?

The direct flight time from Madrid to Rio de Janeiro is typically 10 hours and 0 minutes, covering a distance of 8148 kilometers. Flights with one stop, however, have a significantly longer median duration, averaging 18 hours and 45 minutes. Travelers should account for this difference when planning their journey. The presence of stopovers can considerably extend the total travel time.

Are there frequently good prices on flights from Madrid to Rio de Janeiro?

Historically, good prices on flights from Madrid to Rio de Janeiro are considered frequent. This indicates that travelers have regular opportunities to find favorable fares for this route. The consistent availability of good prices makes it a route where diligent searching can often yield value. This pattern has been observed across the trailing 30 days.

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Madrid to Rio de Janeiro: Overview

Insights for flights from Madrid to Rio de Janeiro

For flights from Madrid to Rio de Janeiro, fares typically range from $930 to $1661, with a median of $1194. Right now, fares to Rio de Janeiro are below the typical level, and only 2% of recent fares were classified as a good price. New deals appear almost daily, suggesting frequent opportunities for finding competitive pricing.

When is the cheapest time to fly from Madrid to Rio de Janeiro? You'll find the most affordable options in April, with a median fare of $334. Following closely, March offers a median fare of $526, and February presents a median of $528, making these months generally more economical for this route.

A typical journey from Madrid to Rio de Janeiro takes approximately 24h 0m, including connections. This is a long-haul route, covering a significant distance of 8148 km between the two cities. Given that most itineraries connect at least once, this extended travel time is common.

Most itineraries for flights from Madrid to Rio de Janeiro connect at least once, with only 2.1% of recent fares being non-stop. For connecting flights, the typical number of stopovers is 2. This means travelers should generally expect to make multiple stops on their journey.

How much is a round trip from Madrid to Rio de Janeiro

Regular price: €695 - €1,319

Prices for flights from Madrid to Rio de Janeiro are currently below the regular range.

The regular price range for flights from Madrid to Rio de Janeiro is typically between 695 EUR and 1319 EUR. The current lowest deal is 613 EUR from kayak for travel between Sep 3-Sep 10.

now 613 €

Low 695 €

High 1,319 €

The cheapest time to fly from Madrid to Rio de Janeiro

The cheapest month to fly from Madrid to Rio de Janeiro is April, with a median price of $334. The most expensive month is December, with a median price of $1524. Prices are generally lower from February to November.

April

Cheapest

Flights from 334 €

December

Most Expensive

Flights from 1,524 €

Jan

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Direct flights from Madrid to Rio de Janeiro

Iberia Airlines

Last-minute flights going from Madrid to Rio de Janeiro

Fri, Aug 21

⌛ Last-Minute

MAD - Rio de Janeiro

Madrid (MAD) - Rio de Janeiro (SDU)

887 €

686 €

One-way

Sat, Aug 22

⌛ Last-Minute

MAD - Rio de Janeiro

Madrid (MAD) - Rio de Janeiro (GIG)

KLM

784 €

646 €

One-way

Sat, Aug 22

⌛ Last-Minute

MAD - Rio de Janeiro

Madrid (MAD) - Rio de Janeiro (SDU)

895 €

677 €

One-way

Sat, Aug 22

⌛ Last-Minute

MAD - Rio de Janeiro

Madrid (MAD) - Rio de Janeiro (SDU)

887 €

722 €

One-way

Sun, Aug 23

⌛ Last-Minute

MAD - Rio de Janeiro

Madrid (MAD) - Rio de Janeiro (GIG)

791 €

669 €

One-way

Sun, Aug 23

⌛ Last-Minute

MAD - Rio de Janeiro

Madrid (MAD) - Rio de Janeiro (GIG)

784 €

669 €

One-way

Biggest price drops on these dates for flights from Madrid to Rio de Janeiro

21 nights

Aug 24 - Sep 14

895 € → 648 €

28%

6 nights

Dec 2 - Dec 8

952 € → 708 €

26%

29 nights

Aug 24 - Sep 22

887 € → 648 €

27%

7 nights

Dec 2 - Dec 9

952 € → 720 €

24%

Popular Airports to fly from Madrid to Rio de Janeiro

Madrid - Rio de Janeiro route insights

💸 Price insights

Recent fares are below the typical level

Recent fares from Madrid to Rio de Janeiro are below the typical level at $613.

📅 Best time to fly

April is historically cheapest at $334

Historically, April is the cheapest month to fly from Madrid to Rio de Janeiro, at $334.

⏱️ Flight duration

Median flight time is 24h 0m

The median flight time from Madrid to Rio de Janeiro is 24h 0m, a long-haul route.

✈️ Airlines & availability

Connecting flights are dominant

Direct flights are available on this route, but connecting flights are more common.

🏆 Airline highlight

Iberia Airlines offers direct flights

Iberia Airlines has offered direct flights from Madrid to Rio de Janeiro recently.

🎯 Booking tip

Deals are frequent on this route

Deals for flights from Madrid to Rio de Janeiro are frequent, appearing often.

Madrid main airports to depart from

Adolfo Suárez Madrid–Barajas (MAD)

Cheapest

Adolfo Suárez Madrid–Barajas Airport is a top choice for flights from Madrid to Rio de Janeiro.

📍 ~15 km from city center (reachable by car or train)

💸 Flights from ~$723

Rio de Janeiro main airports to arrive at

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão International (GIG)

Cheapest

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão International is a key arrival airport for flights from Madrid to Rio de Janeiro.

📍 ~10 km from Rio de Janeiro city center.

💸 Flights from ~$723

Airports nearby Rio de Janeiro used as alternative

São Paulo–Guarulhos International (GRU)

Cheapest

This airport is a primary international gateway, offering the most extensive route network if Rio flights are unavailable.

📍 ~340 km from Rio de Janeiro (reachable by separate flight or 5-6 hour drive, subject to heavy traffic).

💸 Flights from ~$676

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Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Rio de Janeiro

Historically, the optimal booking window for flights from Madrid to Rio de Janeiro is typically 7-13 days before departure. During this period, the average price observed was $593. Booking too early, such as 60+ days out, saw average prices around $1353. Similarly, booking within 6 days of departure typically resulted in higher average prices, reaching approximately $1491.

Across the trailing quarter, a good price for a flight from Madrid to Rio de Janeiro is considered to be $930 or less. The median price for this route has been observed at $1194. Prices can vary, with 75% of observations falling below $1661. Travelers aiming for a more economical fare should target prices at or below the $930 threshold.

Historically, April has been the cheapest month to fly from Madrid to Rio de Janeiro, with a median price of $334. March also offered competitive fares, with a median price of $526. The annual median price for this route is $1194, indicating significant savings are possible by traveling in these months. February, while sometimes offering lower prices, had a median of $528.

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Madrid to Rio de Janeiro: Overview

Insights for flights from Madrid to Rio de Janeiro

How much is a round trip from Madrid to Rio de Janeiro

Regular price: €695 - €1,319

Prices for flights from Madrid to Rio de Janeiro are currently below the regular range.

The regular price range for flights from Madrid to Rio de Janeiro is typically between 695 EUR and 1319 EUR. The current lowest deal is 613 EUR from kayak for travel between Sep 3-Sep 10.

now 613 €

Low 695 €

High 1,319 €

The cheapest time to fly from Madrid to Rio de Janeiro

April

Cheapest

Flights from 334 €

December

Most Expensive

Flights from 1,524 €

Jan

Feb

Mar

Apr

May

Jun

Jul

Aug

Sep

Oct

Nov

Dec

Direct flights from Madrid to Rio de Janeiro

Iberia Airlines

Last-minute flights going from Madrid to Rio de Janeiro

Fri, Aug 21

⌛ Last-Minute

MAD - Rio de Janeiro

Madrid (MAD) - Rio de Janeiro (SDU)

887 €

686 €

One-way

Sat, Aug 22

⌛ Last-Minute

MAD - Rio de Janeiro

Madrid (MAD) - Rio de Janeiro (GIG)

KLM

784 €

646 €

One-way

Sat, Aug 22

⌛ Last-Minute

MAD - Rio de Janeiro

Madrid (MAD) - Rio de Janeiro (SDU)

895 €

677 €

One-way

Sat, Aug 22

⌛ Last-Minute

MAD - Rio de Janeiro

Madrid (MAD) - Rio de Janeiro (SDU)

887 €

722 €

One-way

Sun, Aug 23

⌛ Last-Minute

MAD - Rio de Janeiro

Madrid (MAD) - Rio de Janeiro (GIG)

791 €

669 €

One-way

Sun, Aug 23

⌛ Last-Minute

MAD - Rio de Janeiro

Madrid (MAD) - Rio de Janeiro (GIG)

784 €

669 €

One-way

Biggest price drops on these dates for flights from Madrid to Rio de Janeiro

21 nights

Aug 24 - Sep 14

895 € → 648 €

28%

6 nights

Dec 2 - Dec 8

952 € → 708 €

26%

29 nights

Aug 24 - Sep 22

887 € → 648 €

27%

7 nights

Dec 2 - Dec 9

952 € → 720 €

24%

Popular Airports to fly from Madrid to Rio de Janeiro