What percentage of Quito to Madrid flights are direct?

In the trailing 90 days, approximately 3.7% of flights from Quito to Madrid have been direct. This indicates that most travelers on this route will likely have connecting flights. For those flights that do include stopovers, the median number of stopovers observed is 2. Travelers should anticipate layovers when planning their journey between these two cities.

How many hours is the flight from Quito to Madrid?

The direct flight from Quito to Madrid typically takes approximately 10 hours and 25 minutes, covering a distance of 8737 kilometers. For flights with one stop, the median duration extends to about 15 hours and 45 minutes. Travelers should account for these differences in flight time when planning their itinerary, depending on whether they choose a direct or connecting service.

Should I set a price alert for Quito to Madrid flights?

Based on historical trends, deals for flights from Quito to Madrid are classified as frequent. This suggests that price fluctuations and opportunities for good fares occur regularly. Setting a price alert can be a beneficial strategy to monitor these frequent changes and secure a favorable price for your journey. Travelers can take advantage of the dynamic pricing on this route.

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September 11 - September 18

Cheapest

Best

UIO - Madrid

$995

$1,031

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September 10 - September 20

Cheapest

Best

UIO - Madrid

$972

$1,031

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November 10 - November 17

UIO - Madrid

$895

$1,044

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January 11 - January 22

Best

UIO - Madrid

$1,028

$1,049

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August 18 - September 15

Best

UIO - Madrid

$988

$1,049

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October 12 - October 19

UIO - Madrid

$959

$1,051

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September 5 - September 18

Best

UIO - Madrid

$965

$1,053

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September 12 - September 17

Best

UIO - Madrid

$1,016

$1,055

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August 7 - August 24

Best

Earliest

UIO - Madrid

$1,006

$1,056

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September 2 - September 20

Best

UIO - Madrid

$940

$1,056

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Quito to Madrid: Overview

Insights for flights from Quito to Madrid

Right now, fares for flights from Quito to Madrid are typically $1376–$1781, with a median of $1550. Currently, prices are below the typical level for this route. New deals appear almost daily for this long-haul journey.

When is the cheapest time to fly from Quito to Madrid? The data indicates that December is often the most affordable month, with a median fare of $757. Following December, April also presents cheaper options, with a median fare of $878, and May is another favorable month, showing a median of $972.

Most itineraries for direct flights from Quito to Madrid connect at least once, with only 3.7% of recent fares being non-stop. For the majority of flights that do include connections, the typical number of stopovers is 2.

How long is the flight from Quito to Madrid? A typical journey, including connections, takes about 36h 30m. This duration reflects the prevalence of connecting itineraries on this route.

The distance between Quito and Madrid is approximately 8737 kilometers, classifying this as a long-haul international route.

How much is a round trip from Quito to Madrid

Regular price: $911 - $1,526

Prices for flights from Quito to Madrid are currently within the regular range.

The regular price range for this route is $911 to $1526. The current lowest deal is $1030 with Avianca for travel from Sep 11-Sep 18.

now $1,030

Low $911

High $1,526

The cheapest time to fly from Quito to Madrid

The cheapest month to fly from UIO to MAD is December, with a median price of $757. The most expensive month is June, with a median price of $1735. Prices are generally lower from January to December.

December

Cheapest

Flights from $757

June

Most Expensive

Flights from $1,735

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Direct flights from Quito to Madrid

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Last-minute flights going from Quito to Madrid

Sat, Aug 1

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UIO - Madrid

Quito (UIO) - Madrid (MAD)

Avianca

$990

$1,091

One-way

Mon, Aug 3

⌛ Last-Minute

UIO - Madrid

Quito (UIO) - Madrid (MAD)

Avianca

$1,011

$1,080

One-way

Tue, Aug 4

⌛ Last-Minute

UIO - Madrid

Quito (UIO) - Madrid (MAD)

Avianca

$1,007

$1,069

One-way

Tue, Aug 4

⌛ Last-Minute

UIO - Madrid

Quito (UIO) - Madrid (MAD)

Copa Airlines

$1,007

$1,109

One-way

Wed, Aug 5

⌛ Last-Minute

UIO - Madrid

Quito (UIO) - Madrid (MAD)

Avianca

$1,008

$1,065

One-way

Wed, Aug 5

⌛ Last-Minute

UIO - Madrid

Quito (UIO) - Madrid (MAD)

Avianca

$1,025

$1,088

One-way

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

21 nights

Aug 2 - Aug 23

$998 → $1,018

13 nights

Aug 13 - Aug 26

$1,021 → $1,051

7 nights

Aug 21 - Aug 28

$1,063 → $1,093

12 nights

Dec 17 - Dec 29

$1,157 → $1,188

Popular Airports to fly from Quito to Madrid

Quito - Madrid route insights

💸 Price insights

Recent fares are below the typical level

Recent fares for flights from Quito to Madrid are below the typical level at $1030.

📅 Best time to fly

December is historically the cheapest month to fly

Historically, December is the cheapest month to fly, with a median price of $757.

⏱️ Flight duration

Connecting flights average 36h 30m

Flights from Quito to Madrid typically take 36h 30m, with 2 stopovers being common.

✈️ Airlines & availability

Connecting flights are dominant on this route

Connecting flights make up 96.3% of available flights from Quito to Madrid.

🏆 Airline highlight

Avianca offers a recent deal for $1030

Avianca recently offered a flight from Quito to Madrid for $1030.

🎯 Booking tip

Deals are frequent for this route

Historically, deals for flights from Quito to Madrid are frequent, appearing every 30 days.

Quito main airports to depart from

Mariscal Sucre International (UIO)

Cheapest

Mariscal Sucre International Airport is a convenient departure point for flights from Quito to Madrid.

📍 ~25 km from Quito (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$909

Madrid main airports to arrive at

Adolfo Suárez Madrid–Barajas (MAD)

Cheapest

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

📍 ~13 km from city center (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$908

Airports nearby Madrid used as alternative

Valencia (VLC)

Valencia Airport can be a useful alternative arrival airport with excellent high-speed rail connections to Madrid.

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

💸 Flights from ~$1067

Barcelona–El Prat (BCN)

Cheapest

Barcelona–El Prat is Spain's largest alternative hub, offering an extensive international flight network.

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

💸 Flights from ~$911

Málaga (AGP)

Málaga Airport is a major international gateway with direct high-speed rail connections from Madrid.

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

💸 Flights from ~$1072

Alicante–Elche (ALC)

Alicante–Elche Airport offers strong high-speed rail connectivity and significant international flight volume.

📍 ~360 km from Madrid (reachable by high-speed train)

💸 Flights from ~$1076

Seville (SVQ)

Seville Airport is a primary hub for Southern Spain with direct high-speed rail connections to Madrid.

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

💸 Flights from ~$1166

Business & First Class Flight Deals to Madrid

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Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Madrid

Historically, the optimal booking window for flights from Quito to Madrid is typically 14-27 days before departure. During this period, the average price for a ticket is around $1415. Booking within 0-6 days of departure sees prices rise to an average of $1779, while booking 7-13 days out averages $1684. Prices also tend to be higher for bookings made 28-59 days out, averaging $1563, and for those made 60+ days in advance, averaging $1609.

Across the trailing quarter, a flight from Quito to Madrid is generally considered a good deal if it is priced at or below $1376. The median price for this route over the same period was $1550. Prices can vary, with 75% of observed prices being $1781 or less. Therefore, aiming for a price below $1376 indicates a favorable fare.

Historically, December has been the cheapest month to fly from Quito to Madrid, with a median price of $757. April also offers competitive fares, with a median price of $878, followed by May at $972. These months typically present prices significantly lower than the annual median price of $1550 for this route. Travelers looking for the most economical options should consider these months.

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