Are direct flights from Reykjavik to Madrid always the best option?

Direct flights offer convenience by minimizing travel time and avoiding layovers, which can be appealing to many travelers. However, connecting flights may sometimes be more affordable, especially if you are willing to spend extra time in transit. The 'best' option often depends on your priorities regarding cost versus convenience.

Can flexible travel dates help on Reykjavik to Madrid flights?

Yes, being flexible with your travel dates can significantly impact the price of flights. Mid-week travel or flying during off-peak seasons often results in lower fares compared to weekends or popular holiday periods. Adjusting your departure or return by even a few days may lead to considerable savings.

What extra costs should I check before booking Reykjavik to Madrid flights?

Before booking, always check for potential extra costs such as baggage fees, seat selection charges, and in-flight services. Some airlines may also charge for printing boarding passes at the airport. Factor these into your total travel budget to avoid surprises.

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2027-01-20 – 2027-01-28
REK - Madrid
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$222
$147
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REK - Madrid
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Reykjavik to Madrid: Overview

Insights for flights from Reykjavik to Madrid

Fares for flights from Reykjavik to Madrid typically range from $235–$612, with a median price of $377. Right now, fares are above the typical level, and only 5% of recent fares were classified as a good price. New deals show up several times a week, suggesting a regular cadence for price changes.

When is the cheapest time to fly from Reykjavik to Madrid? The most affordable month to fly is typically February, with a median fare of $195. Other cost-effective options include September, with a median of $227, and October, where the median fare is $234.

Most itineraries for cheap flights from Reykjavik to Madrid connect at least once, with only 11.1% of recent fares being non-stop. For connecting flights, the typical number of stopovers is 2, which significantly extends the travel time compared to direct routes.

A typical journey from Reykjavik to Madrid takes approximately 4h 25m, including connections. This route covers a distance of 2890 km, classifying it as a medium-haul flight.

How much is a round trip from Reykjavik to Madrid

Regular price: $190 - $563

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

The regular price range for this route is $190-$563. The current lowest deal is $147 with Aero Services Executive, for travel from Jan 20-Jan 28.

now $147

Low $190

High $563

The cheapest time to fly from Reykjavik to Madrid

The cheapest month to fly from REK to MAD is February, with a median price of 195 USD. The most expensive month is November, with a median price of 641 USD. Prices are generally lower from February to December.

February

Cheapest

Flights from $195

November

Most Expensive

Flights from $641

Jan

Feb

Jul

Aug

Sep

Oct

Nov

Dec

Direct flights from Reykjavik to Madrid

Icelandair

Last-minute flights going from Reykjavik to Madrid

Sun, Nov 1

⌛ Last-Minute

KEF - Madrid

Reykjavik (KEF) - Madrid (MAD)

Wizz Air

$308

$248

One-way

Sun, Nov 1

⌛ Last-Minute

KEF - Madrid

Reykjavik (KEF) - Madrid (MAD)

easyJet UK

$308

$301

One-way

Tue, Nov 3

⌛ Last-Minute

KEF - Madrid

Reykjavik (KEF) - Madrid (MAD)

easyJet UK

$303

$220

One-way

Thu, Nov 5

⌛ Last-Minute

KEF - Madrid

Reykjavik (KEF) - Madrid (MAD)

easyJet UK

$279

$238

One-way

Thu, Nov 5

⌛ Last-Minute

KEF - Madrid

Reykjavik (KEF) - Madrid (MAD)

easyJet UK

$302

$274

One-way

Wed, Nov 11

⌛ Last-Minute

KEF - Madrid

Reykjavik (KEF) - Madrid (MAD)

easyJet UK

$267

$207

One-way

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

7 nights

Dec 3 - Dec 10

$310 → $172

45%

7 nights

Dec 9 - Dec 16

$306 → $174

43%

14 nights

Dec 2 - Dec 16

$281 → $154

45%

4 nights

Dec 11 - Dec 15

$321 → $195

39%

Popular Airports to fly from Reykjavik to Madrid

Reykjavik - Madrid route insights

💸 Price insights

Recent fares are above the typical level

Recent fares from Reykjavik to Madrid are above the typical level, with 5% good prices.

📅 Best time to fly

February is historically cheapest at $195

Historically, February is the cheapest month to fly, with a median price of $195.

⏱️ Flight duration

Direct flights take 4h 25m

Direct flights to Madrid typically take 4h 25m, while connecting flights average 16h 15m.

✈️ Airlines & availability

Connecting flights are dominant

Connecting flights are dominant on this route, with 11.1% direct flights available.

🏆 Airline highlight

Iberia Express offers direct flights

Iberia Express is an airline offering direct flights from Reykjavik to Madrid.

🎯 Booking tip

Deals appear regularly

Deals on flights from Reykjavik to Madrid appear regularly, typically every 30 days.

Reykjavik main airports to depart from

Keflavík International (KEF)

Cheapest

Keflavík International is a good option for flights from Reykjavik to Madrid.

📍 ~41 km from Reykjavik city center (reachable by car or bus).

💸 Flights from ~$146

Reykjavík (RKV)

Reykjavík Airport offers an alternative departure point for your trip to Madrid.

📍 ~6 km from Reykjavik city center (reachable by car or bus).

💸 Flights from ~$782

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 Reykjavik to Madrid.

📍 ~14 km from city center (reachable by car, metro, bus)

💸 Flights from ~$144

Airports nearby Madrid used as alternative

Valencia (VLC)

Consider Valencia as an alternative arrival airport, offering excellent high-speed rail connectivity to Madrid.

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

💸 Flights from ~$140

Business & First Class Flight Deals to Madrid

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Mar 18

Madrid, Spain

83% AI deal score

$1,002

$812

Save $190

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Business Class

From KEF

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Mar 18

Madrid, Spain

83% AI deal score

$997

$812

Save $185

Finnair

Business Class

From KEF

Elite

Apr 20

Madrid, Spain

83% AI deal score

$1,064

$841

Save $223

Iberia Airlines

Business Class

From KEF

Elite

Apr 22

Madrid, Spain

82% AI deal score

$1,030

$840

Save $190

Iberia Airlines

Business Class

From KEF

Elite

Apr 22

Madrid, Spain

82% AI deal score

$1,055

$840

Save $215

Iberia Airlines

Business Class

From KEF

Elite

Apr 20

Madrid, Spain

82% AI deal score

$1,081

$881

Save $200

Iberia Airlines

Business Class

From KEF

Elite

Mar 20

Madrid, Spain

78% AI deal score

$1,004

$833

Save $171

Finnair

Business Class

From KEF

Elite

Mar 20

Madrid, Spain

77% AI deal score

$1,004

$833

Save $171

Finnair

Business Class

From KEF

Elite

Mar 19

Madrid, Spain

77% AI deal score

$1,006

$840

Save $166

Iberia Airlines

Business Class

From KEF

Elite

Mar 14

Madrid, Spain

77% AI deal score

$1,015

$840

Save $175

Iberia Airlines

Business Class

From KEF

Elite

Mar 14

Madrid, Spain

77% AI deal score

$999

$840

Save $159

Iberia Airlines

Business Class

From KEF

Elite

Apr 01

Madrid, Spain

77% AI deal score

$999

$840

Save $159

Iberia Airlines

Business Class

Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Madrid

To find more affordable flights, consider being flexible with your travel dates and times. Using flight comparison sites can help you compare options from various airlines and online travel agencies. Setting price alerts may also notify you when fares drop for your desired route.

Booking flights in advance often provides more competitive prices, though the ideal booking window can vary. Generally, purchasing tickets several weeks or months before your departure date may result in better deals. Last-minute bookings can sometimes be more expensive.

Comparing nearby airports can sometimes uncover different flight options or potentially lower fares. While not always necessary, it may be a useful strategy if your travel plans allow for flexibility in your departure or arrival location. Always consider the additional travel time and cost to reach these alternative airports.

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Reykjavik to Madrid: Overview

Insights for flights from Reykjavik to Madrid

A typical journey from Reykjavik to Madrid takes approximately 4h 25m, including connections. This route covers a distance of 2890 km, classifying it as a medium-haul flight.

How much is a round trip from Reykjavik to Madrid

Regular price: $190 - $563

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

The regular price range for this route is $190-$563. The current lowest deal is $147 with Aero Services Executive, for travel from Jan 20-Jan 28.

now $147

Low $190

High $563

The cheapest time to fly from Reykjavik to Madrid

February

Cheapest

Flights from $195

November

Most Expensive

Flights from $641

Jan

Feb

Jul

Aug

Sep

Oct

Nov

Dec

Direct flights from Reykjavik to Madrid

Icelandair

Last-minute flights going from Reykjavik to Madrid

Sun, Nov 1

⌛ Last-Minute

KEF - Madrid

Reykjavik (KEF) - Madrid (MAD)

Wizz Air

$308

$248

One-way

Sun, Nov 1

⌛ Last-Minute

KEF - Madrid

Reykjavik (KEF) - Madrid (MAD)

easyJet UK

$308

$301

One-way

Tue, Nov 3

⌛ Last-Minute

KEF - Madrid

Reykjavik (KEF) - Madrid (MAD)

easyJet UK

$303

$220

One-way

Thu, Nov 5

⌛ Last-Minute

KEF - Madrid

Reykjavik (KEF) - Madrid (MAD)

easyJet UK

$279

$238

One-way

Thu, Nov 5

⌛ Last-Minute

KEF - Madrid

Reykjavik (KEF) - Madrid (MAD)

easyJet UK

$302

$274

One-way

Wed, Nov 11

⌛ Last-Minute

KEF - Madrid

Reykjavik (KEF) - Madrid (MAD)

easyJet UK

$267

$207

One-way

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

7 nights

Dec 3 - Dec 10

$310 → $172

45%

7 nights

Dec 9 - Dec 16

$306 → $174

43%

14 nights

Dec 2 - Dec 16

$281 → $154

45%

4 nights

Dec 11 - Dec 15

$321 → $195

39%

Popular Airports to fly from Reykjavik to Madrid

Reykjavik - Madrid route insights

💸 Price insights

Recent fares are above the typical level

Recent fares from Reykjavik to Madrid are above the typical level, with 5% good prices.

📅 Best time to fly

February is historically cheapest at $195

Historically, February is the cheapest month to fly, with a median price of $195.

⏱️ Flight duration

Direct flights take 4h 25m

Direct flights to Madrid typically take 4h 25m, while connecting flights average 16h 15m.

✈️ Airlines & availability

Connecting flights are dominant

Connecting flights are dominant on this route, with 11.1% direct flights available.

🏆 Airline highlight

Iberia Express offers direct flights

Iberia Express is an airline offering direct flights from Reykjavik to Madrid.

🎯 Booking tip

Deals appear regularly

Deals on flights from Reykjavik to Madrid appear regularly, typically every 30 days.

Reykjavik main airports to depart from

Keflavík International (KEF)

Cheapest

Keflavík International is a good option for flights from Reykjavik to Madrid.

📍 ~41 km from Reykjavik city center (reachable by car or bus).

💸 Flights from ~$146

Reykjavík (RKV)

Reykjavík Airport offers an alternative departure point for your trip to Madrid.

📍 ~6 km from Reykjavik city center (reachable by car or bus).

💸 Flights from ~$782

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 Reykjavik to Madrid.

📍 ~14 km from city center (reachable by car, metro, bus)

💸 Flights from ~$144

Airports nearby Madrid used as alternative

Valencia (VLC)

Consider Valencia as an alternative arrival airport, offering excellent high-speed rail connectivity to Madrid.

Madrid, Spain

77% AI deal score

$999

$840

Save $159

Iberia Airlines

Business Class

Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Madrid

Cheap Flights from Reykjavik to Madrid

Today’s best flight deals from Reykjavik to Madrid

Reykjavik to Madrid: Overview

Insights for flights from Reykjavik to Madrid

How much is a round trip from Reykjavik to Madrid

The cheapest time to fly from Reykjavik to Madrid

Direct flights from Reykjavik to Madrid

Last-minute flights going from Reykjavik to Madrid

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

Popular Airports to fly from Reykjavik to Madrid

Reykjavik - Madrid route insights

Recent fares are above the typical level

February is historically cheapest at $195

Direct flights take 4h 25m

Connecting flights are dominant

Iberia Express offers direct flights

Deals appear regularly

Reykjavik main airports to depart from

Madrid main airports to arrive at

Airports nearby Madrid used as alternative

Business & First Class Flight Deals to Madrid

Best Elite deals to Madrid

Mar 18

Mar 18

Apr 20

Apr 22

Apr 22

Apr 20

Mar 20

Mar 20

Mar 19

Mar 14

Mar 14

Apr 01

Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Madrid

How can I find cheap flights from Reykjavik to Madrid?

When should I book flights from Reykjavik to Madrid?

Should I compare nearby airports for flights from Reykjavik to Madrid?

Are direct flights from Reykjavik to Madrid always the best option?

Can flexible travel dates help on Reykjavik to Madrid flights?

What extra costs should I check before booking Reykjavik to Madrid flights?

Related routes

More routes from Reykjavik

Flights to Madrid from other cities

Reykjavik to Madrid: Overview

Insights for flights from Reykjavik to Madrid

How much is a round trip from Reykjavik to Madrid

The cheapest time to fly from Reykjavik to Madrid

Direct flights from Reykjavik to Madrid

Last-minute flights going from Reykjavik to Madrid

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

Popular Airports to fly from Reykjavik to Madrid

Reykjavik - Madrid route insights

Recent fares are above the typical level

February is historically cheapest at $195

Direct flights take 4h 25m

Connecting flights are dominant

Iberia Express offers direct flights

Deals appear regularly

Reykjavik main airports to depart from

Madrid main airports to arrive at

Airports nearby Madrid used as alternative

Business & First Class Flight Deals to Madrid

Best Elite deals to Madrid

Mar 18

Mar 18

Apr 20

Apr 22

Apr 22

Apr 20

Mar 20

Mar 20

Mar 19

Mar 14

Mar 14

Apr 01

Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Madrid

How can I find cheap flights from Reykjavik to Madrid?

When should I book flights from Reykjavik to Madrid?

Should I compare nearby airports for flights from Reykjavik to Madrid?