Madrid to London (MAD–LCY) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections
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No scheduled airline flights on this route — it's flown by charter / private operators (). No nonstop flights on this route. connecting options below.
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.
MAD–LCY is served by 1 airline with nonstop service. British Airways leads the route. The flight covers 780 miles in approximately 2h 20m. Beyond nonstop, 1-stop connecting options are also available.
Airline Landscape
| Airline | Freq/wk | Aircraft | Duration | Dep OTP | Alliance | Codeshares |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| BA British Airways Also: IB | 11 | E90 | 2h20 | – | Oneworld | IB |
Weekly Schedule Pattern
Connection Landscape
Travel Essentials
MAD: CEST · LCY: BST
When it's 6:00 PM in Madrid, it's 5:00 PM in London.
Spanish passport holders enter the UK visa-free for up to 6 months as tourists or business visitors. Since Brexit, you must use a passport. Spanish national ID cards are no longer accepted for entry. Your passport must be valid for the duration of your stay. No minimum validity period beyond that is required.
You will pass through UK Border Force on arrival. Have your return ticket and accommodation details ready. The officer may ask about your purpose and funds. For visits under 6 months, no advance application is needed. You cannot work on a tourist entry, even unpaid volunteering in most cases.
The UK is rolling out an Electronic Travel Authorisation (ETA) system. As of 2025, EU nationals including Spanish citizens do not yet need an ETA, but this is expected to change. Check gov.uk before booking. If you had pre-settled or settled status from living in the UK before Brexit, you enter under those rights instead of as a visitor.
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–LCY Quick Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
Flights from MAD to LCY
Adolfo Suárez Madrid–Barajas Airport (MAD) and London City Airport (LCY) are connected by nonstop service from British Airways. With 22 weekly departures, this is a well served route.
MAD to LCY Flight Duration and Schedule
Nonstop flight time from MAD to LCY is about 2 hours 20 minutes gate to gate. The route covers a distance of 780 miles (1,256 km). There are approximately 22 weekly flights outbound and 22 return, totaling 44 flights per week in both directions.
Connecting Options and Alternatives
1-stop connecting options are also available, commonly via San Sebastián, Amsterdam and Ibiza. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs.