Madrid to London (MAD–LHR) — 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–LHR is served by 2 airlines with nonstop service. Iberia and British Airways lead the route. The flight covers 773 miles in approximately 2h 25m. Beyond nonstop, 1-stop connecting options are also available.
Airline Landscape
| Airline | Freq/wk | Aircraft | Duration | Dep OTP | Alliance | Codeshares |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| IB Iberia Also: JL, LA, QR, VY | 91 | 319, 320, 32N, 777 | 2h15-2h30 | – | Oneworld | JL, LA, QR, VY |
| BA British Airways Also: JL, LA, QR | 42 | 319, 320, 32N, 777 | 2h15-2h25 | – | Oneworld | JL, LA, QR |
Weekly Schedule Pattern
Connection Landscape
Other ways to reach London from Madrid
| Metric | MAD→LHR | VLC→LHR | BIO→LHR |
|---|---|---|---|
| Distance from MAD | – | 178 mi | 197 mi |
| Nonstop airlines | 2 | 2 | 1 |
| Weekly flights | 232 | 11 | 7 |
| Flight time | 2h 25m | 2h 24m | 2h |
Travel Essentials
MAD: CEST · LHR: 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).
Heathrow Express runs every 15 minutes to Paddington (15 min, £25). Piccadilly line is slower (50–60 min) but £5.50 with Oyster. National Express coaches serve all terminals from Victoria (60–90 min, £6–10). Black cabs cost £50–90 to central London depending on traffic and time of day.
Mild maritime climate. Summers average 18–23°C with long daylight hours. Winters are 2–7°C, rarely below freezing. Rain is frequent year-round but rarely heavy. Pack layers and a waterproof jacket regardless of season. Fog can disrupt flights November through February.
MAD–LHR Quick Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
Flights from MAD to LHR
Adolfo Suárez Madrid–Barajas Airport (MAD) and London Heathrow Airport (LHR) are connected by nonstop service from Iberia and British Airways. With 232 weekly departures, this is a heavily served route.
MAD to LHR Flight Duration and Schedule
Nonstop flight time from MAD to LHR is about 2 hours 25 minutes gate to gate. The route covers a distance of 773 miles (1,244 km). There are approximately 232 weekly flights outbound and 266 return, totaling 498 flights per week in both directions.
Connecting Options and Alternatives
1-stop connecting options are also available, commonly via Bilbao, Toulouse-Blagnac and Brussels. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs. Nearby alternative airports include Valencia (VLC) and Bilbao (BIO).