New York to Madrid (JFK–MAD) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections
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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.
JFK–MAD is served by 4 airlines with nonstop service. Iberia, Air Europa and American Airlines lead the route. The flight covers 3,580 miles in approximately 7h 31m. Beyond nonstop, 1-stop connecting options are also available.
Airline Landscape
| Airline | Freq/wk | Aircraft | Duration | Dep OTP | Alliance | Codeshares |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| IB Iberia Also: AY, BA, EI, PC | 22 | 330, 333, 359, 772 | 7h15-7h35 | Oneworld | AY, BA, EI, PC | |
| UX Air Europa Also: KQ | 14 | 333, 788, 789 | 6h36-7h35 | SkyTeam | KQ | |
| AA American Airlines Also: AY, BA, RJ | 7 | 772 | 7h01 | Oneworld | AY, BA, RJ | |
| DL Delta Air Lines | 7 | 339 | 7h35 | SkyTeam | – |
Weekly Schedule Pattern
Connection Landscape
On-Time Performance
Other ways to reach Madrid from New York
| Metric | JFK→MAD | TEB→MAD | EWR→MAD |
|---|---|---|---|
| Distance from JFK | – | 21 mi | 21 mi |
| Nonstop airlines | 4 | 12 | 9 |
| Weekly flights | 116 | 1 | 42 |
| Flight time | 7h 31m | 6h 23m | 7h 25m |
| Departure OTP | 48% | – | – |
Travel Essentials
JFK: EDT · MAD: CEST
When it's 6:00 PM in New York, 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.
The AirTrain connects JFK to the NYC subway and Long Island Rail Road at Jamaica Station (Howard Beach is the other connection point). Subway fare plus AirTrain totals $9.25 from midtown Manhattan; allow 60–75 minutes. LIRR from Penn Station takes 25–30 minutes to Jamaica, then 8–10 minutes on AirTrain; total fare around $10–15 depending on time of day.Taxis from Manhattan to JFK are a flat rate of $70 plus tolls and tip ($85–95 all-in). Ride-shares cost $45–80 depending on traffic and time of day. A dedicated express rail (JFK Connect) has been proposed but does not exist yet.
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.
JFK–MAD Quick Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
Flights from JFK to MAD
John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK) and Adolfo Suárez Madrid–Barajas Airport (MAD) are connected by nonstop service from Iberia, Air Europa, American Airlines and Delta Air Lines. With 116 weekly departures, this is a heavily served route.
JFK to MAD Flight Duration and Schedule
Nonstop flight time from JFK to MAD is about 7 hours 31 minutes gate to gate. The route covers a distance of 3,580 miles (5,760 km). There are approximately 116 weekly flights outbound and 144 return, totaling 260 flights per week in both directions.
Connecting Options and Alternatives
1-stop connecting options are also available, commonly via Francisco de Sá Carneiro, Lisbon Humberto Delgado and Boston Logan. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs. Nearby alternative airports include Teterboro (TEB), Newark (EWR) and White Plains (HPN).