Newark to Madrid (EWR–MAD) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections
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No nonstop flights on this route. connecting options below.
EWR–MAD is served by 2 airlines with nonstop service. Iberia and United Airlines lead the route. The flight covers 3,597 miles in approximately 7h 22m. Beyond nonstop, 92 hubs offer 1-stop connections.
Airline Landscape
| Airline | Freq/wk | Aircraft | Duration | Dep OTP | Alliance | Codeshares |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| IB Iberia | 7 | 32Q | 7h35 | Oneworld | – | |
| UA United Airlines Also: AC, LX, SN | 7 | 764 | 7h22 | Star Alliance | AC, LX, SN |
Weekly Schedule Pattern
Connection Landscape
Other ways to reach Madrid from Newark
| Metric | EWR→MAD | TEB→MAD | JFK→MAD |
|---|---|---|---|
| Distance from EWR | – | 13 mi | 21 mi |
| Nonstop airlines | 2 | 4 | 8 |
| Weekly flights | 35 | – | 108 |
| Flight time | 7h 22m | 6h 27m | 5h 50m |
| Departure OTP | 88% | – | – |
Travel Essentials
EWR: EDT · MAD: CEST
When it's 6:00 PM in Newark, it's 12:00 AM (next day) in Madrid.
US passport holders enter Spain visa-free for stays up to 90 days within any 180-day period. This falls under the Schengen area rules, so the 90-day limit is shared across all Schengen countries. No advance application is needed. Passport must be valid for at least 3 months beyond the planned departure from the Schengen area.
NJ Transit train from New York Penn Station to Newark Airport station takes 25–30 minutes ($13.50); an AirTrain connection ($5.50 more) links to the terminals. From Midtown Manhattan, the journey costs around $19 total.Ride-shares from Manhattan run $45–80 depending on traffic; add the $17.50 Lincoln Tunnel toll. Taxis from Manhattan carry a flat $55 rate plus tolls and tip. Allow 60–90 minutes from Midtown during peak hours.
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.
EWR–MAD Quick Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
Flights from EWR to MAD
Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR) and Adolfo Suárez Madrid–Barajas Airport (MAD) are connected by nonstop service from Iberia and United Airlines. With 35 weekly departures, this is a heavily served route.
EWR to MAD Flight Duration and Schedule
Nonstop flight time from EWR to MAD ranges from 7 hours 22 minutes to 7 hours 35 minutes. The route covers a distance of 3,597 miles (5,788 km). There are approximately 35 weekly flights outbound and 43 return, totaling 78 flights per week in both directions.
Connecting Options and Alternatives
92 one-stop connections are available, with the fastest taking approximately 9 hours via IBZ. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs. Nearby alternative airports include Teterboro (TEB), New York (JFK) and Philadelphia (PHL).