Madrid to Barcelona (MAD–BCN) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections
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Madrid to Barcelona
4 carriers, 524 flights/week nonstop.
4 Airlines
524 Flights/wk
300 mi
1h 15m nonstop
158 1-stop hubs
MAD–BCN is served by 4 airlines with nonstop service. Air Europa, Royal Jordanian and Tunisair lead the route. The flight covers 300 miles in approximately 1h 15m. Beyond nonstop, 158 hubs offer 1-stop connections.
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Airline Landscape
All carriers operating nonstop MAD–BCN service, compared side by side.
| Airline | Freq/wk | Aircraft | Duration | Dep OTP | Alliance | Codeshares |
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| UX Air Europa Also: ET, EY, JU, KE, ME, SV | 14 | 788, 789 | 1h25 | – | SkyTeam | ET, EY, JU, KE, ME, SV |
| RJ Royal Jordanian | 1 | – | – | – | Oneworld | – |
| TU Tunisair | 1 | – | – | – | – | – |
| NE Nesma Airlines | 0 | – | – | – | – | – |
Aircraft on this route
OTP based on airport-level delay snapshots. Duration ranges reflect seasonal/directional variation.
Schedule
Weekly Schedule Pattern
Nonstop flight frequency by day of week, MAD to BCN direction.
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Connections computed from published schedules with minimum connection time verification. Use the interactive explorer above the fold to filter by airline, tier, and layover time.
Alternatives
Other ways to reach Barcelona from Madrid
Nearby airports with service to Josep Tarradellas Barcelona-El Prat Airport.
| Metric | MAD→BCN | VLL→BCN | VIT→BCN |
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| Distance from MAD | – | 107 mi | 171 mi |
| Nonstop airlines | 4 | 2 | 1 |
| Weekly flights | 524 | 3 | 4 |
| Flight time | 1h 15m | 1h 25m | 1h |
Valladolid (VLL) to Barcelona flights · Alava (VIT) to Barcelona flights · Valencia (VLC) to Barcelona flights
Airports within 200 miles of MAD with service to Josep Tarradellas Barcelona-El Prat Airport.
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Travel Essentials
Practical planning for this route.
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MAD: CEST · BCN: CEST
When it's 6:00 PM in Madrid, it's 6:00 PM in Barcelona.
MAD: CEST · BCN: CEST
When it's 6:00 PM in Madrid, it's 6:00 PM in Barcelona.
Distance & Flight Time
300 mi / 483 km
Nonstop flight time is approximately 1h 15m to 1h 26m.
Getting to MAD
Metro Line 8 runs from Nuevos Ministerios (central Madrid) to T1/T2/T3 in 12–15 minutes (€6, including the airport supplement). T4 requires an additional free shuttle from T2; add 10 minutes. The Cercanías commuter train (Line C-1) reaches T4 from Atocha station in 25 minutes (€2.60, no supplement).Taxis have a fixed fare of €30 from central Madrid zones. The ride is typically 20–35 minutes depending on traffic. Avenida de América bus hub serves several airport bus routes (€5).
Getting from BCN
Aerobus coaches depart T1 and T2 every 5 minutes to Plaça de Catalunya (35 min, €6.75). Running from 5:00am to 1:00am, they serve the widest range of city-centre destinations. RENFE R2 Nord commuter trains serve T2 only (T1 requires a free inter-terminal bus); trains to Sants take 19 minutes (€4.60).Taxis use a fixed rate: €39 to the city centre (all zones, flat rate). Ride-shares vary. Car rental desks are in T1 arrivals. T1 and T2 are separate buildings; confirm your terminal before booking transport.
Barcelona Climate
Mediterranean climate. Summers are hot and sunny (28–32°C) with low humidity and rare disruptions. July and August are peak travel season with reliable flying weather. Winters are mild (8–15°C) with occasional rain, rarely cold enough for frost or snow.
Spring and fall bring the highest rainfall risk. October can see heavy downpours. Sea fog in early morning occasionally reduces visibility at the airport but clears quickly.
Facts
MAD–BCN Quick Facts
Key statistics for the Madrid to Barcelona route.
Route details
Distance300 mi / 483 km
Flight time1h 15m to 1h 26m
Time difference0 hours
Airlines (nonstop)4
Weekly flights524 out / 545 return
1-stop connections158 hubs
Origin: MAD
Full nameAdolfo Suárez Madrid–Barajas Airport
IATA / ICAOMAD / LEMD
TimezoneEurope/Madrid
Passengers/yr66.1M
Elevation1,998 ft / 609 m
FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about MAD to BCN flights.
Nonstop flights from Adolfo Suárez Madrid–Barajas Airport to Josep Tarradellas Barcelona-El Prat Airport take approximately 1h 15m to 1h 26m. The route covers 300 miles.
4 airlines operate nonstop service: Nesma Airlines, Royal Jordanian, Tunisair and Air Europa. Plus 16 codeshare partners.
There are approximately 524 nonstop flights per week from MAD to BCN. The return direction has about 545 weekly flights.
Yes, 1-stop connections are available through TTU, VRN, ERH, ESU, AGA, SKP, TSR, CRA, ALG, SXB, VIT, LIN, TOS, XRY, FEZ, OSL, BOD, LEI, WMI, IBZ, LCG, RJL, SVQ, CTA, EDI, BEG, EAS, NTE, ALC, MAH, BUD, SCQ, GRX, TNG, VGO, GVA, OPO, LIS, PMI, AGP, RAK, BRU, OVD, CDG, BIO, HEL, MRS, MXP, BLQ, AMS, LGW, FCO, GDN, FAO, FRA, MAN, NCE, VLC, STN, BSL, DUB, LYS, BHX, PUJ, SJU, FUE, KTW, ZRH, RBA, KRK, TFN, BGY, ZAG, VCE, SOF, BER, ORY, ATH, MLN, LTN, CPH, DUS, MUC, SDR, DBV, CMN, CRL, RIX, LPA, BOS, IAD, IST, WAW, YYZ, CAI, LHR, AHO, HAM, NAP, JFK, SPU, VIE, BRI, PRG, ACE, OTP, SAW, MLA, ADB, CAG, DXB, FLR, PMO, BRS, ESB, JED, TUN, XPL, AUH, MIA, ORD, TRN, BVA, TLV, YUL, DOH, WRO, KWI, AMM, IAS, TIA, CLJ, BJZ, ATL, KUT, LUX, MTY, NDR, EIN, LCY, ARN, LPL, SFO, GRU, SPC, SZX, LAX, MEX, EWR, PEK, EZE, BOG, PHL, SCL, DFW, PVG, HKG and ICN. These options provide additional schedule flexibility.
Yes, return flights from BCN to MAD are available. Use the direction toggle at the top to view the return schedule.
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Route data is updated regularly from official airline schedules. On-time performance data comes from recent airport delay snapshots.
The Puente Aéreo shuttle between Madrid and Barcelona departs from Terminal 4 at Barajas. Iberia operates the bulk of shuttle flights from T4 and its satellite T4S. Vueling uses Terminal 1. At El Prat in Barcelona, most MAD–BCN flights arrive at Terminal 1, which is the main international pier. Vueling uses T1 as well. The shuttle concept means frequent departures throughout the day without advance seat assignment on some fare classes.
The AVE takes about 2 hours 30 minutes city center to city center between Atocha in Madrid and Sants in Barcelona. The flight is 1 hour 20 minutes in the air, but airport-to-city time at both ends adds 45–60 minutes each way. For many travelers, total door-to-door time is similar. The train drops you directly in central Barcelona rather than at an airport 12 km from the city. Renfe Ouigo and Iryo also run competing high-speed services on the corridor, keeping fares competitive.
Combined across Iberia, Vueling, Air Europa, and Ryanair, MAD–BCN operates roughly 25–35 departures per day in each direction. Iberia's shuttle model means flights leave every 30–60 minutes during peak morning and evening windows. The route is one of the highest-frequency short-haul corridors in Europe by departure count. Seat availability even on same-day booking is typically high outside peak holiday periods.
Madrid to Barcelona: Spain's Most Competitive Short-Haul Route
MAD–BCN is one of the busiest air routes in Europe by passenger count, operating between Spain's two largest cities and their respective international hubs. Iberia runs the historic Puente Aéreo shuttle from Terminal 4 at Barajas, with departures timed to provide near-continuous service throughout the day. Vueling, the Barcelona-based carrier, adds significant capacity from its El Prat base. Air Europa and Ryanair both serve the route, driving price competition across all cabin types. Block time is 1 hour 20 minutes. The route feeds both airports' long-haul networks, with Barajas serving as Iberia's transatlantic hub and El Prat as Vueling's intercontinental gateway.
Modal Competition and Passenger Mix
The high-speed AVE rail connection has captured a significant share of the Madrid–Barcelona intercity market since its launch, but the air route has held its own through frequency and the connecting passenger segment. Travelers originating at or connecting through MAD or BCN to international destinations remain the core air market. Pure point-to-point leisure travelers increasingly choose the train for city-center access. Airlines on this corridor operate with very high seat density to keep unit costs competitive against rail. The combined effect is one of Europe's most price-transparent and operationally mature short-haul markets.