Are there direct flights from Rio de Janeiro to Madrid?

Direct flights from Rio de Janeiro to Madrid are available, though they represent a smaller portion of the overall flight options. Historically, approximately 5.7% of flights on this route have been direct. For flights that include stopovers, travelers typically encounter a median of 2 stopovers across the trailing 90 days.

How long does it take to fly from Rio de Janeiro to Madrid?

The direct flight from Rio de Janeiro to Madrid typically takes about 9 hours and 40 minutes, covering a distance of 8148 kilometers. For flights with one stop, the median travel time increases to approximately 15 hours and 15 minutes. This difference highlights the convenience of direct routes for travelers.

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

Historically, good prices on flights from Rio de Janeiro to Madrid are considered frequent. This suggests that travelers often have opportunities to find favorable deals for this route. The consistent availability of good prices has been observed across the trailing 30-day period.

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August 8 - August 24

Cheapest

GIG - Madrid

$782

$713

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August 1 - August 27

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$768

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August 4 - August 25

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$780

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August 8 - August 25

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$780

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August 8 - August 27

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$778

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$786

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November 17 - November 25

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$817

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$768

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Rio de Janeiro to Madrid: Overview

Insights for flights from Rio de Janeiro to Madrid

Most itineraries for cheap flights from Rio de Janeiro to Madrid connect at least once, with only 5.7% of recent fares being non-stop. For connecting itineraries, the typical number of stopovers is 2.

A typical journey from Rio de Janeiro to Madrid takes about 24h 5m, including connections. This long-haul route covers a distance of 8148 km.

When is the cheapest time to fly from Rio de Janeiro to Madrid? The most affordable months to fly are December, with a median fare of $729, followed by June and March, both with median fares of $755.

Fares for flights from Rio de Janeiro to Madrid typically range from $784–$1541, with a median of $1217. Right now, fares are above the typical level. There are currently no recent fares classified as a good price, but new deals appear almost daily.

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

Regular price: $687 - $1,660

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

Regular prices for this route typically range from $687 to $1660. The current lowest deal is $711 with City Connexion Airlines, for travel from Aug 8-Aug 20.

now $711

Low $687

High $1,660

The cheapest time to fly from Rio de Janeiro to Madrid

The cheapest month to fly from Rio de Janeiro to Madrid is December, with a median price of $729. The most expensive month is September, with a median price of $1511. Prices are generally lower from January to December.

December

Cheapest

Flights from $729

September

Most Expensive

Flights from $1,511

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Direct flights from Rio de Janeiro to Madrid

Iberia Airlines

Last-minute flights going from Rio de Janeiro to Madrid

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GIG - Madrid

Rio de Janeiro (GIG) - Madrid (MAD)

City Connexion Airlines

$770

$716

One-way

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GIG - Madrid

Rio de Janeiro (GIG) - Madrid (MAD)

Air France

$777

$751

One-way

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GIG - Madrid

Rio de Janeiro (GIG) - Madrid (MAD)

Air France

$770

$772

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GIG - Madrid

Rio de Janeiro (GIG) - Madrid (MAD)

Air France

$770

$777

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GIG - Madrid

Rio de Janeiro (GIG) - Madrid (MAD)

Air France

$777

$781

One-way

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SDU - Madrid

Rio de Janeiro (SDU) - Madrid (MAD)

LATAM Chile

$887

$799

One-way

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

24 nights

Dec 4 - Dec 28

$1,021 → $803

21%

7 nights

Dec 23 - Dec 30

$1,044 → $839

20%

10 nights

Dec 3 - Dec 13

$986 → $787

20%

2 nights

Dec 4 - Dec 6

$1,057 → $858

19%

Popular Airports to fly from Rio de Janeiro to Madrid

Rio de Janeiro - Madrid route insights

💸 Price insights

Recent fares are above the typical level

Recent fares for Rio de Janeiro to Madrid are above the typical level at $711.

📅 Best time to fly

Fly in December for prices around $729

Historically, December is the cheapest month to fly, with median prices around $729.

⏱️ Flight duration

Typical flight time is 24h 5m

Flights from Rio de Janeiro to Madrid typically take 24h 5m, with 2 stopovers when connecting.

✈️ Airlines & availability

Direct flights are rare

Only 5.7% of recent flights from Rio de Janeiro to Madrid are direct.

🏆 Airline highlight

Iberia Airlines offers direct flights

Iberia Airlines has offered direct flights on the Rio de Janeiro to Madrid route.

🎯 Booking tip

Deals appear frequently

Deals for flights from Rio de Janeiro to Madrid appear frequently.

Rio de Janeiro main airports to depart from

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão International (GIG)

Cheapest

Galeão International Airport is a good option for flights from Rio de Janeiro to Madrid.

📍 ~10 km from city center (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$778

Jacarepaguá Airport (RRJ)

Jacarepaguá Airport offers another departure point for your trip from Rio de Janeiro to Madrid.

📍 ~20 km from city center (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$944

Santos Dumont (SDU)

Santos Dumont Airport provides an alternative for travelers flying from Rio de Janeiro to Madrid.

📍 ~1 km from city center (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$789

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 Rio de Janeiro to Madrid.

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

💸 Flights from ~$778

Airports nearby Madrid used as alternative

Valencia (VLC)

Valencia Airport can be a useful alternative due to its wide range of European and domestic connections.

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

💸 Flights from ~$860

Barcelona–El Prat (BCN)

Cheapest

Barcelona–El Prat Airport offers the most extensive international flight network as an alternative hub.

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

💸 Flights from ~$785

Málaga (AGP)

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

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

💸 Flights from ~$878

Alicante–Elche (ALC)

Alicante–Elche Airport is a reliable alternative for leisure-oriented routes with significant international flights.

📍 ~350 km from Madrid (reachable by high-speed train)

💸 Flights from ~$861

Seville (SVQ)

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

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

💸 Flights from ~$873

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77% AI deal score

$3,065

$3,035

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Madrid, Spain

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$5,094

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Madrid, Spain

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$5,164

Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Madrid

Historically, the optimal booking window for flights from Rio de Janeiro to Madrid is typically between 28 and 59 days prior to departure. During this period, the average price observed was $829. Booking within 0-6 days of departure generally sees prices rise significantly, averaging around $1237. Conversely, booking more than 60 days out also tends to be more expensive, with an average price of $1336 across the trailing quarter.

Across the trailing 90 days, a good price for a flight from Rio de Janeiro to Madrid has historically been around $784. The median price for this route was $1217. Prices can range, with 75% of observations falling below $1541, indicating that travelers can often find deals below this higher threshold.

Historically, the cheapest months to fly from Rio de Janeiro to Madrid include December and March, both with a median price of $729 and $755 respectively. June also shows a median price of $755. These prices are notably lower than the annual median price for this route, which stands at $1217 across the trailing 270 days.

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