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

Direct flights offer convenience and save travel time, but they are not always the most economical choice. Flights with one or more layovers can often be cheaper, though they will extend your journey. Your preference for convenience versus cost will usually determine the best option for you.

Can flexible travel dates help on Southampton to Madrid flights?

Yes, being flexible with your travel dates can often lead to finding more affordable flights. Prices for airfare can vary significantly depending on the day of the week or the time of year. Shifting your departure or return by a few days may unlock better deals.

What extra costs should I check before booking Southampton 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. Being aware of these additional fees can help you accurately budget for your trip.

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SOU - Madrid
81% AI deal score
£177
£99
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£201
£99
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SOU - Madrid
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£196
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£213
£103
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SOU - Madrid
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£191
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SOU - Madrid
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£195
£103
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£105
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£170
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SOU - Madrid
81% AI deal score
£195
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Southampton to Madrid: Overview

Insights for flights from Southampton to Madrid

A typical journey from Southampton to Madrid takes about 12h 15m, including connections. This duration accounts for itineraries that are not direct, as most flights on this route involve at least one stopover. Given the distance, this travel time reflects the need for connecting flights.

For travelers seeking cheap flights from Southampton to Madrid, prices typically range from $103–$321, with a median of $121. Right now, current fares are significantly below the typical level, with 52% of recent fares classified as a good price. New deals appear almost daily, offering frequent opportunities to find favorable prices.

The cheapest time to fly from Southampton to Madrid is often in October, with a median fare of $89. Other affordable months include December and January, both showing median fares of $102. Planning your trip during these months can lead to more economical travel.

When flying from Southampton to Madrid, most itineraries connect at least once, as 0% of recent fares were non-stop. For those connecting flights, the typical number of stopovers is 1. This means you should expect to make at least one stop on your journey.

The route from Southampton to Madrid covers a distance of 1175 kilometers. This classifies the journey as a short-haul flight. Despite being a short-haul route, the lack of direct options contributes to the longer overall journey times.

How much is a round trip from Southampton to Madrid

Regular price: £144 - £354

Prices are currently below the regular range.

The regular price range for flights from Southampton to Madrid is 144 GBP to 354 GBP. The current lowest deal is 99 GBP with easyJet UK, for travel from Oct 5-Oct 14.

now £99

Low £144

High £354

The cheapest time to fly from Southampton to Madrid

Flights from Southampton to Madrid are cheapest in October, with a median price of $89. The most expensive month to fly is June, with a median price of $345. Prices are generally lower from January to December.

October

Cheapest

Flights from £89

June

Most Expensive

Flights from £345

Jan

Feb

Apr

May

Jun

Jul

Aug

Sep

Oct

Dec

Direct flights from Southampton to Madrid

easyJet UK

Iberia Airlines

Aer Lingus

Iberia Express

Last-minute flights going from Southampton to Madrid

Tue, Sep 15

⌛ Last-Minute

SOU - Madrid

Southampton (SOU) - Madrid (MAD)

easyJet UK

£291

£153

One-way

Tue, Sep 15

⌛ Last-Minute

SOU - Madrid

Southampton (SOU) - Madrid (MAD)

easyJet UK

£293

£242

One-way

Thu, Sep 17

⌛ Last-Minute

SOU - Madrid

Southampton (SOU) - Madrid (MAD)

easyJet UK

£238

£173

One-way

Thu, Sep 17

⌛ Last-Minute

SOU - Madrid

Southampton (SOU) - Madrid (MAD)

easyJet UK

£259

£179

One-way

Sat, Sep 19

⌛ Last-Minute

SOU - Madrid

Southampton (SOU) - Madrid (MAD)

Aer Lingus

£289

£262

One-way

Mon, Sep 21

⌛ Last-Minute

SOU - Madrid

Southampton (SOU) - Madrid (MAD)

easyJet UK, Iberia Express

£213

£118

One-way

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

2 nights

Sep 14 - Sep 16

£293 → £111

62%

4 nights

Sep 14 - Sep 18

£290 → £183

37%

3 nights

Sep 14 - Sep 17

£292 → £191

35%

2 nights

Oct 5 - Oct 7

£200 → £100

50%

Popular Airports to fly from Southampton to Madrid

Southampton - Madrid route insights

💸 Price insights

Recent fares are below the typical level

Recent fares from Southampton to Madrid are below the typical level at $99.

📅 Best time to fly

Fly in October for the best prices

Historically, October, December, and January offer the lowest median prices for this route.

⏱️ Flight duration

Connecting flights average 12h 15m

Flights from Southampton to Madrid typically involve connecting, with a median duration of 12h 15m.

✈️ Airlines & availability

Connecting flights are dominant

This route primarily features connecting flights, with frequent deals available over the past 30 days.

🏆 Airline highlight

easyJet UK has frequent deals

easyJet UK has historically offered 88 deals on this route, making it a frequent option.

🎯 Booking tip

Deals are frequent on this route

Historically, deals for flights from Southampton to Madrid have been frequent in the last 30 days.

Southampton main airports to depart from

Southampton (SOU)

Cheapest

Southampton Airport is a convenient option for flights from Southampton to Madrid.

📍 ~6 km from city center (reachable by car or train)

💸 Flights from ~£100

Madrid main airports to arrive at

Adolfo Suárez Madrid–Barajas (MAD)

Cheapest

Adolfo Suárez Madrid–Barajas Airport is a primary gateway for flights arriving in Madrid.

📍 ~14 km from Madrid city center (reachable by car or public transport).

💸 Flights from ~£106

Airports nearby Madrid used as alternative

Valencia (VLC)

Valencia Airport can be a useful alternative arrival airport, offering excellent high-speed rail connectivity from Madrid.

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

💸 Flights from ~£109

Business & First Class Flight Deals to Madrid

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Best Elite deals to Madrid

Exclusive daily First Class, Business Class, and Premium Economy flight deals, refreshed every 24 hours.

From SOU

Elite

Oct 11

Madrid, Spain

70% AI deal score

$1,277

$950

Save $327

KLM

Business Class

From SOU

Elite

Sep 25

Madrid, Spain

65% AI deal score

$1,493

$1,398

Save $95

KLM, +1

Business Class

From SOU

Elite

Sep 25

Madrid, Spain

49% AI deal score

$1,425

$1,411

Save $14

KLM, +1

Business Class

From SOU

Elite

Sep 25

Madrid, Spain

42% AI deal score

$1,411

KLM, +1

Business Class

From SOU

Elite

Sep 25

Madrid, Spain

42% AI deal score

$1,411

KLM, +1

Business Class

From SOU

Elite

Oct 03

Madrid, Spain

41% AI deal score

$1,472

KLM, +1

Business Class

From SOU

Elite

Oct 23

Madrid, Spain

41% AI deal score

$1,516

KLM, +1

Business Class

From SOU

Elite

Sep 18

Madrid, Spain

41% AI deal score

$1,760

KLM, +1

Business Class

From SOU

Elite

Sep 26

Madrid, Spain

41% AI deal score

$1,779

KLM, +1

Business Class

From SOU

Elite

Sep 18

Madrid, Spain

40% AI deal score

$1,705

KLM, +1

Business Class

From SOU

Elite

Nov 13

Madrid, Spain

39% AI deal score

$1,552

KLM, +1

Business Class

From SOU

Elite

Oct 03

Madrid, Spain

39% AI deal score

$1,790

KLM, +1

Business Class

Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Madrid

To find more affordable flights, consider being flexible with your travel dates and times. Comparing prices across different airlines and booking platforms can often reveal better deals. Looking into flights with layovers instead of direct routes may also present cheaper options.

Booking flights in advance, often several months before your intended departure, can sometimes lead to lower prices. However, prices can fluctuate, so monitoring fares over time may help you identify an opportune moment to book. Weekday bookings might also offer different pricing compared to weekend bookings.

Comparing nearby airports can be a good strategy to potentially find more flight options or better prices. Sometimes, flying from or to an alternative airport in the region can result in significant savings. Remember to factor in the cost and time of ground transportation to and from these alternative airports.

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Southampton to Madrid: Overview

Insights for flights from Southampton to Madrid

How much is a round trip from Southampton to Madrid

Regular price: £144 - £354

Prices are currently below the regular range.

The regular price range for flights from Southampton to Madrid is 144 GBP to 354 GBP. The current lowest deal is 99 GBP with easyJet UK, for travel from Oct 5-Oct 14.

now £99

Low £144

High £354

The cheapest time to fly from Southampton to Madrid

October

Cheapest

Flights from £89

June

Most Expensive

Flights from £345

Jan

Feb

Apr

May

Jun

Jul

Aug

Sep

Oct

Dec

Direct flights from Southampton to Madrid

easyJet UK

Iberia Airlines

Aer Lingus

Iberia Express

Last-minute flights going from Southampton to Madrid

Tue, Sep 15

⌛ Last-Minute

SOU - Madrid

Southampton (SOU) - Madrid (MAD)

easyJet UK

£291

£153

One-way

Tue, Sep 15

⌛ Last-Minute

SOU - Madrid

Southampton (SOU) - Madrid (MAD)

easyJet UK

£293

£242

One-way

Thu, Sep 17

⌛ Last-Minute

SOU - Madrid

Southampton (SOU) - Madrid (MAD)

easyJet UK

£238

£173

One-way

Thu, Sep 17

⌛ Last-Minute

SOU - Madrid

Southampton (SOU) - Madrid (MAD)

easyJet UK

£259

£179

One-way

Sat, Sep 19

⌛ Last-Minute

SOU - Madrid

Southampton (SOU) - Madrid (MAD)

Aer Lingus

£289

£262

One-way

Mon, Sep 21

⌛ Last-Minute

SOU - Madrid

Southampton (SOU) - Madrid (MAD)

easyJet UK, Iberia Express

£213

£118

One-way

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

2 nights

Sep 14 - Sep 16

£293 → £111

62%

4 nights

Sep 14 - Sep 18

£290 → £183

37%

3 nights

Sep 14 - Sep 17

£292 → £191

35%

2 nights

Oct 5 - Oct 7

£200 → £100

50%

Popular Airports to fly from Southampton to Madrid

Southampton - Madrid route insights

💸 Price insights

Recent fares are below the typical level

Recent fares from Southampton to Madrid are below the typical level at $99.

📅 Best time to fly

Fly in October for the best prices

Historically, October, December, and January offer the lowest median prices for this route.

⏱️ Flight duration

Connecting flights average 12h 15m

Flights from Southampton to Madrid typically involve connecting, with a median duration of 12h 15m.

✈️ Airlines & availability

Connecting flights are dominant

This route primarily features connecting flights, with frequent deals available over the past 30 days.

🏆 Airline highlight

easyJet UK has frequent deals

easyJet UK has historically offered 88 deals on this route, making it a frequent option.

🎯 Booking tip

Deals are frequent on this route

Historically, deals for flights from Southampton to Madrid have been frequent in the last 30 days.

Southampton main airports to depart from

Southampton (SOU)

Cheapest

Southampton Airport is a convenient option for flights from Southampton to Madrid.

📍 ~6 km from city center (reachable by car or train)

💸 Flights from ~£100

Madrid main airports to arrive at

Adolfo Suárez Madrid–Barajas (MAD)

Cheapest

Adolfo Suárez Madrid–Barajas Airport is a primary gateway for flights arriving in Madrid.

📍 ~14 km from Madrid city center (reachable by car or public transport).

💸 Flights from ~£106

Airports nearby Madrid used as alternative

Valencia (VLC)

Valencia Airport can be a useful alternative arrival airport, offering excellent high-speed rail connectivity from Madrid.

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

💸 Flights from ~£109

Business & First Class Flight Deals to Madrid

Discover luxury on the budget with premium cabin class on flights from Southampton to Madrid.

Elite

Best Elite deals to Madrid

Exclusive daily First Class, Business Class, and Premium Economy flight deals, refreshed every 24 hours.

From SOU

Elite

Oct 11

Madrid, Spain

70% AI deal score

$1,277

$950

Save $327

KLM

Business Class

From SOU

Elite

Sep 25

Madrid, Spain

65% AI deal score

$1,493

$1,398

Save $95

KLM, +1

Business Class

From SOU

Elite

Sep 25

Madrid, Spain

49% AI deal score

$1,425

$1,411

Save $14

KLM, +1

Business Class

From SOU

Elite

Sep 25

Madrid, Spain

42% AI deal score

$1,411

KLM, +1

Business Class

From SOU

Elite

Sep 25

Madrid, Spain

42% AI deal score

$1,411

KLM, +1

Business Class

From SOU

Elite

Oct 03

Madrid, Spain

41% AI deal score

$1,472

KLM, +1

Business Class

From SOU

Elite

Oct 23

Madrid, Spain

41% AI deal score

$1,516

KLM, +1

Business Class

From SOU

Elite

Sep 18

Madrid, Spain

41% AI deal score

$1,760

KLM, +1

Business Class

From SOU

Elite

Sep 26

Madrid, Spain

41% AI deal score

$1,779

KLM, +1

Business Class

From SOU

Elite

Sep 18

Madrid, Spain

40% AI deal score

$1,705

KLM, +1

Business Class

From SOU

Elite

Nov 13

Madrid, Spain

39% AI deal score

$1,552

KLM, +1

Business Class

From SOU

Elite

Oct 03

Madrid, Spain

39% AI deal score

$1,790

KLM, +1

Business Class

Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Madrid

Cheap Flights from Southampton to Madrid

Today’s best flight deals from Southampton to Madrid

Southampton to Madrid: Overview

Insights for flights from Southampton to Madrid

How much is a round trip from Southampton to Madrid

The cheapest time to fly from Southampton to Madrid

Direct flights from Southampton to Madrid

Last-minute flights going from Southampton to Madrid

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

Popular Airports to fly from Southampton to Madrid

Southampton - Madrid route insights

Recent fares are below the typical level

Fly in October for the best prices

Connecting flights average 12h 15m

Connecting flights are dominant

easyJet UK has frequent deals

Deals are frequent on this route

Southampton 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

Oct 11

Sep 25

Sep 25

Sep 25

Sep 25

Oct 03

Oct 23

Sep 18

Sep 26

Sep 18

Nov 13

Oct 03

Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Madrid

How can I find cheap flights from Southampton to Madrid?

When should I book flights from Southampton to Madrid?

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

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

Can flexible travel dates help on Southampton to Madrid flights?

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

Related routes

More routes from Southampton

Flights to Madrid from other cities

Southampton to Madrid: Overview

Insights for flights from Southampton to Madrid

How much is a round trip from Southampton to Madrid

The cheapest time to fly from Southampton to Madrid

Direct flights from Southampton to Madrid

Last-minute flights going from Southampton to Madrid

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

Popular Airports to fly from Southampton to Madrid

Southampton - Madrid route insights

Recent fares are below the typical level

Fly in October for the best prices

Connecting flights average 12h 15m

Connecting flights are dominant

easyJet UK has frequent deals

Deals are frequent on this route

Southampton 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

Oct 11

Sep 25

Sep 25

Sep 25

Sep 25

Oct 03

Oct 23

Sep 18

Sep 26

Sep 18

Nov 13

Oct 03

Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Madrid

How can I find cheap flights from Southampton to Madrid?

When should I book flights from Southampton to Madrid?

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