Doha to Madrid (DIA–MAD) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections
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No scheduled airline flights on this route — it's flown by charter / private operators (). No nonstop flights on this route. connecting options below.
Most recently operated nonstop flights — the month shown is when each was last scheduled. Most destinations remain reachable with a connection.
No discontinued nonstop flights on record for this route.
DIA–MAD had nonstop service from Qatar Airways, last on the schedule in June 2026. There's no nonstop on it right now, so today you'd fly it with one stop. The connecting options below are sorted by layover. Nonstop, it's about 3,311 miles in 7h 35m.
Airline Landscape
| Airline | Freq/wk | Aircraft | Duration | Dep OTP | Alliance | Codeshares |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| QR Qatar Airways | 1 | – | – | – | Oneworld | – |
Connection Landscape
Other ways to reach Madrid from Doha
| Metric | DIA→MAD | DOH→MAD |
|---|---|---|
| Distance from DIA | – | 3 mi |
| Nonstop airlines | – | 6 |
| Weekly flights | – | 91 |
| Flight time | 7h 35m | 7h 10m |
Travel Essentials
DIA: +03 · MAD: CEST
When it's 6:00 PM in Doha, it's 5:00 PM in Madrid.
Qatari passport holders need a Schengen visa to enter Spain. Apply through the Spanish embassy or a BLS International center. Processing takes around 10 to 15 working days. Required documents include a completed application form, passport-size photos, travel insurance with minimum EUR 30,000 coverage, proof of accommodation, a flight itinerary, and evidence of sufficient funds.
The Schengen visa allows stays up to 90 days within any 180-day period and is valid across all Schengen member states.
Metro Line 8 from T1/T2/T3 to Nuevos Ministerios takes 12–15 minutes (€6 with airport supplement). T4 travelers take the free inter-terminal shuttle to T2 first. Cercanías C-1 from T4 to Atocha (€2.60, 25 min) is cheaper. Taxis to the city centre have a €30 fixed tariff.
Rental car agencies are at T4. Express Aeropuerto buses run 24 hours to Avenida de América (€5, 25–40 min). Ride-hail apps (Cabify, Uber) typically cost €25–40 depending on destination.
Hot semi-arid climate at 600m altitude. Summers are hot and dry (30–38°C) with almost no rain and very low humidity. Heat rarely disrupts flights but ground crews work in extreme heat. Winters are cold for a southern European capital (1–9°C) with occasional snow. MAD handles light snow well but heavy falls can close runways.
Spring and autumn are pleasant (12–20°C) and offer the most stable weather. Dust storms from the Sahara occasionally reduce visibility in spring. No fog risk comparable to northern European airports.
DIA–MAD Quick Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
Flights from DIA to MAD
Doha International Airport (DIA) and Adolfo Suárez Madrid–Barajas Airport (MAD) had nonstop service from Qatar Airways, last on the schedule in June 2026. The nonstop is dormant right now, so the way to fly it today is one connection, and the options above are sorted by layover.
DIA to MAD Flight Duration and Schedule
Nonstop flight time from DIA to MAD is about 7 hours 35 minutes gate to gate. The route covers a distance of 3,311 miles (5,328 km).
Connecting Options and Alternatives
1-stop connecting options are also available. Nearby alternative airports include Doha (DOH).