Madrid to Newark (MAD–EWR) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections
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No nonstop flights on this route. connecting options below.
MAD–EWR is served by 2 airlines with nonstop service. Iberia and United Airlines lead the route. The flight covers 3,597 miles in approximately 8h 20m. Beyond nonstop, 90 hubs offer 1-stop connections.
Airline Landscape
| Airline | Freq/wk | Aircraft | Duration | Dep OTP | Alliance | Codeshares |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| IB Iberia Also: AY, BA, EI | 8 | A21N | 8h20-8h50 | – | Oneworld | AY, BA, EI |
| UA United Airlines Also: AC | 7 | 764 | 8h40 | – | Star Alliance | AC |
Weekly Schedule Pattern
Connection Landscape
Other ways to reach Newark from Madrid
| Metric | MAD→EWR | VLC→EWR |
|---|---|---|
| Distance from MAD | – | 178 mi |
| Nonstop airlines | 2 | 1 |
| Weekly flights | 43 | – |
| Flight time | 8h 20m | 7h 44m |
Travel Essentials
MAD: CEST · EWR: EDT
When it's 6:00 PM in Madrid, it's 12:00 PM in Newark.
Spain is part of the US Visa Waiver Program. Spanish passport holders can enter the US for tourism or business for up to 90 days with an approved ESTA (Electronic System for Travel Authorization). Apply at esta.cbp.dhs.gov at least 72 hours before departure. The fee is USD 21. The ESTA is valid for 2 years or until your passport expires, whichever comes first. It covers multiple entries.
Your passport must be machine-readable and, for VWP travel, must be an ePassport (the kind with the chip symbol on the cover). Spanish passports issued after 2006 meet this requirement. The 90-day ESTA stay cannot be extended and cannot be changed to another visa status from inside the US. If you need more than 90 days, apply for a B-1/B-2 visa at the US Embassy in Madrid.
US border officers have wide discretion. Have your return flight, hotel address, and a general itinerary ready. ESTA approval does not guarantee entry. The CBP officer makes the final decision at the port of entry. Global Entry (USD 100, 5-year membership) speeds up arrivals significantly at US airports if you travel frequently.
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).
AirTrain connects terminals to Newark Airport rail station ($5.50 one-way, paid at the station). NJ Transit trains then run to New York Penn Station (25–30 min, $13.50) or Newark Penn Station (5 min). Total to Midtown Manhattan: $19 and about 45 minutes.
Taxis carry a flat $55 rate to Manhattan (plus tolls and tip). Ride-shares are typically $45–75. Shared shuttle vans to Midtown hotels run around $25–30 per person. Car rentals are on-site in the P4 garage.
Humid continental climate. Summers are hot and muggy (28–34°C) with afternoon thunderstorms that generate frequent ground delays June through August. Winters are cold (−4 to 4°C) with snow and ice storms several times per season. Nor'easters can close EWR for hours.
Spring brings variable conditions with frost possible into April. Fall is the most reliable travel season. Fog off Newark Bay occasionally reduces visibility in autumn and winter.
MAD–EWR Quick Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
Flights from MAD to EWR
Adolfo Suárez Madrid–Barajas Airport (MAD) and Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR) are connected by nonstop service from Iberia and United Airlines. With 43 weekly departures, this is a heavily served route.
MAD to EWR Flight Duration and Schedule
Nonstop flight time from MAD to EWR ranges from 8 hours 20 minutes to 8 hours 50 minutes. The route covers a distance of 3,597 miles (5,788 km). There are approximately 43 weekly flights outbound and 35 return, totaling 78 flights per week in both directions.
Connecting Options and Alternatives
90 one-stop connections are available, with the fastest taking approximately 9 hours via YQB. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs. Nearby alternative airports include Valencia (VLC).