Madrid to Guayaquil (MAD–GYE) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections
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MAD–GYE is served by 2 airlines with nonstop service. Air Europa and Iberia lead the route. The flight covers 5,601 miles in approximately 11h 50m. Beyond nonstop, 1-stop connecting options are also available.
Airline Landscape
| Airline | Freq/wk | Aircraft | Duration | Dep OTP | Alliance | Codeshares |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| UX Air Europa | 5 | 788 | 10h34 | – | SkyTeam | – |
| IB Iberia Also: BA, LA | 3 | 332 | 11h50 | – | Oneworld | BA, LA |
Weekly Schedule Pattern
Connection Landscape
Travel Essentials
MAD: CEST · GYE: -05
When it's 6:00 PM in Madrid, it's 11:00 AM in Guayaquil.
Spanish passport holders enter Ecuador visa-free for up to 90 days. Your passport must be valid for at least 6 months from the date of entry. No advance paperwork or registration is needed. Immigration stamps you in at the airport.
The 90-day stay is the maximum within any 12-month period for visa-free visitors. Extensions are not available for tourist entries. If you need to stay longer, apply for a specific visa category (work, study, investor) at an Ecuadorian consulate before departure or at the Ministry of Foreign Affairs in Quito.
Ecuador uses the US dollar as its currency. There is no currency exchange needed if you already have dollars. ATMs in Quito and Guayaquil dispense USD. Bring proof of accommodation and a return ticket. Immigration rarely asks, but airlines sometimes check before boarding.
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).
MAD–GYE Quick Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
Flights from MAD to GYE
Adolfo Suárez Madrid–Barajas Airport (MAD) and José Joaquín de Olmedo International Airport (GYE) are connected by nonstop service from Air Europa and Iberia. With 13 weekly departures, this is a regularly served route.
MAD to GYE Flight Duration and Schedule
Nonstop flight time from MAD to GYE is about 11 hours 50 minutes gate to gate. The route covers a distance of 5,601 miles (9,014 km). There are approximately 13 weekly flights outbound and 15 return, totaling 28 flights per week in both directions.
Connecting Options and Alternatives
1-stop connecting options are also available, commonly via Mariscal Sucre, El Dorado and Tocumen. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs.