What percentage of Madrid to Washington, D.C. flights are direct?

Across the trailing 90 days, approximately 16.6% of flights from Madrid to Washington, D.C. were direct. For flights that included stopovers, the median number of stopovers was 1. This indicates that while direct options are available, connecting flights are more common on this route.

How many hours is the flight from Madrid to Washington, D.C.?

A direct flight from Madrid to Washington, D.C. typically has a median duration of 9 hours and 10 minutes. For flights with one stop, the median flight time increases to 15 hours and 5 minutes. The distance covered on this route is approximately 6126 kilometers.

How often do cheap flights from Madrid to Washington, D.C. come up?

Historically, cheap flights from Madrid to Washington, D.C. come up with regular frequency. This route is consistently observed to have favorable pricing opportunities for travelers. The availability of deals has been steady across the trailing 30 days.

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December 3 - December 9

Cheapest

Best

MAD - Washington, D.C.

628 €

426 €

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September 8 - September 19

MAD - Washington, D.C.

460 €

429 €

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September 9 - September 20

MAD - Washington, D.C.

458 €

429 €

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September 8 - September 15

MAD - Washington, D.C.

480 €

429 €

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September 7 - September 14

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481 €

429 €

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October 12 - October 19

MAD - Washington, D.C.

563 €

429 €

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December 24 - December 31

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622 €

429 €

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January 14 - January 18

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541 €

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September 23 - September 28

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490 €

429 €

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October 7 - October 13

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560 €

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Madrid to Washington, D.C.: Overview

Insights for flights from Madrid to Washington, D.C.

When planning cheap flights from Madrid to Washington, D.C., you'll find that February stands out as the most affordable month, with a median fare of $417. Other cost-effective options include November, with a median of $463, and September, where the median fare is $515. These months offer significantly lower prices compared to other times of the year.

Fares for this route typically range from $734–$1360, with a median price of $950. Right now, current fares are above the typical level for this route. Unfortunately, recent fares classified as a good price are 0%, indicating that finding exceptional deals may require careful timing and flexibility. New deals for this route show up several times a week, so keeping an eye on price changes can be beneficial.

Most itineraries for flights from Madrid to Washington, D.C. connect at least once, with only 16.6% of recent fares being non-stop. For connecting flights, the typical number of stopovers is 1. This means you should generally expect a layover as part of your journey.

A typical journey from Madrid to Washington, D.C., including connections, takes approximately 18h 25m. This duration accounts for the common layovers travelers experience on this route, reflecting the overall travel time rather than just the in-air flight.

The distance between Madrid and Washington, D.C. is approximately 6098 kilometers. This classifies the route as a long-haul journey, indicating a significant travel distance that typically involves extended flight times and often requires connections.

How much is a round trip from Madrid to Washington, D.C.

Regular price: €420 - €957

Prices are currently within the regular range for flights from Madrid to Washington, D.C.

The regular price range for flights from Madrid to Washington, D.C. is between 420 EUR and 957 EUR. The current lowest deal is 427 EUR with TAP Portugal, for travel from Sep 8-Sep 19.

now 427 €

Low 420 €

High 957 €

The cheapest time to fly from Madrid to Washington, D.C.

The cheapest month to fly from Madrid to Washington, D.C. is February, with a median price of $417. The most expensive month is August, with a median price of $1010. Prices are generally lower from January to December.

February

Cheapest

Flights from 417 €

August

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Flights from 1,010 €

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Direct flights from Madrid to Washington, D.C.

Finnair

Last-minute flights going from Madrid to Washington, D.C.

Fri, Jul 24

⌛ Last-Minute

MAD - Washington, D.C.

Madrid (MAD) - Washington, D.C. (DCA)

JetBlue Airways

836 €

501 €

One-way

Wed, Aug 26

⌛ Last-Minute

MAD - Washington, D.C.

Madrid (MAD) - Washington, D.C. (IAD)

TAP Portugal

565 €

442 €

One-way

Thu, Aug 27

⌛ Last-Minute

MAD - Washington, D.C.

Madrid (MAD) - Washington, D.C. (IAD)

TAP Portugal

581 €

430 €

One-way

Thu, Aug 27

⌛ Last-Minute

MAD - Washington, D.C.

Madrid (MAD) - Washington, D.C. (DCA)

JetBlue Airways

807 €

476 €

One-way

Fri, Aug 28

⌛ Last-Minute

MAD - Washington, D.C.

Madrid (MAD) - Washington, D.C. (IAD)

TAP Portugal

581 €

430 €

One-way

Tue, Sep 1

⌛ Last-Minute

MAD - Washington, D.C.

Madrid (MAD) - Washington, D.C. (IAD)

TAP Portugal

458 €

430 €

One-way

Biggest price drops on these dates for flights from Madrid to Washington, D.C.

4 nights

Aug 26 - Aug 30

812 € → 470 €

42%

3 nights

Jan 8 - Jan 11

702 € → 450 €

36%

5 nights

Jan 8 - Jan 13

697 € → 449 €

35%

5 nights

Nov 25 - Nov 30

669 € → 429 €

36%

Popular Airports to fly from Madrid to Washington, D.C.

Madrid - Washington, D.C. route insights

💸 Price insights

Recent fares are above the typical level

Recent fares from Madrid to Washington, D.C. are above the typical level at $950.

📅 Best time to fly

Fly in February for the best prices

Historically, February offers the lowest median prices at $417 for this route.

⏱️ Flight duration

Expect a long-haul flight of 18h 25m

Flights from Madrid to Washington, D.C. typically take 18h 25m with connecting flights.

✈️ Airlines & availability

Connecting flights are dominant for this route

Only 16.6% of recent flights are direct, with most connecting flights having 1 stopover.

🏆 Airline highlight

Finnair offers direct flights

Finnair is one airline that has offered direct flights on this route recently.

🎯 Booking tip

Deals are available regularly

Deals for flights from Madrid to Washington, D.C. are available on a regular basis.

Madrid main airports to depart from

Adolfo Suárez Madrid–Barajas (MAD)

Cheapest

Adolfo Suárez Madrid–Barajas Airport offers direct flights to Washington, D.C., making it a convenient departure point.

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

💸 Flights from ~$503

Washington, D.C. main airports to arrive at

Washington Dulles International (IAD)

Cheapest

Washington Dulles International Airport is a good option for flights from Madrid to Washington, D.C.

📍 ~35 km from city center (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$503

Baltimore–Washington International (BWI)

Baltimore–Washington International Airport is an alternative for flights from Madrid to Washington, D.C.

📍 ~50 km from city center (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$615

Ronald Reagan Washington National (DCA)

Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport is a convenient option for flights from Madrid to Washington, D.C.

📍 ~5 km from city center (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$601

Airports nearby Washington, D.C. used as alternative

Philadelphia International (PHL)

Cheapest

Philadelphia International is a major international hub with extensive connectivity and often viable for trans-Atlantic routes.

📍 ~200 km from Washington, D.C. (reachable by car, train)

💸 Flights from ~$601

Richmond International (RIC)

Richmond International is the largest airport in Virginia outside the D.C. metro area with a strong domestic network.

📍 ~150 km from Washington, D.C. (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$735

Harrisburg International (MDT)

Harrisburg International is a convenient alternative for travelers in northern D.C. suburbs or Maryland.

📍 ~150 km from Washington, D.C. (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$958

Norfolk International (ORF)

Norfolk International offers significant passenger volume and good flight availability to major East Coast hubs.

📍 ~290 km from Washington, D.C. (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$732

Charlottesville–Albemarle (CHO)

Charlottesville–Albemarle provides reliable regional service with connections to major hubs like Charlotte and Atlanta.

📍 ~160 km from Washington, D.C. (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$1114

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Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Washington, D.C.

Historically, the optimal booking window for flights from Madrid to Washington, D.C. is typically 14-27 days before departure. During this period, the average price observed was $893. Booking within 0-6 days of departure saw average prices around $954, while booking 7-13 days out had an average price of $955. Prices tended to be higher further out, with flights booked 28-59 days in advance averaging $1141 and those booked 60+ days out averaging $1050.

Across the trailing quarter, a good price for a flight from Madrid to Washington, D.C. was considered to be $734 or less. The median price for this route during the same period was $950. Prices historically ranged, with 75% of observed fares being $1360 or less.

Historically, the cheapest months to fly from Madrid to Washington, D.C. include February, with a median price of $417, and November, with a median price of $463. September also offered competitive prices, with a median of $515. These prices are significantly lower than the annual median price for the route, which stands at $950.

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