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Airlines that fly from Manchester to Madrid

Currency and price comparison

TrainLocal, one-way ticket
34%Trains in Madrid are 34% cheaper than in Manchester.
Manchester£2.00
Madrid£1.31
MealMid-priced restaurant
7%A meal in Madrid is 7% cheaper than a meal in Manchester.
Manchester£15.00
Madrid£13.99
TaxiStandard daytime start rate
10%A taxi fare in Madrid is 10% cheaper than in Manchester.
Manchester£3.40
Madrid£3.06
CoffeeRegular cappuccino
33%Coffee in Madrid is 33% cheaper than in Manchester.
Manchester£3.58
Madrid£2.39
Exchange rate
1 GBP = 1.14 EUR
1 EUR = 0.89 GBP
Last checked on Thu 04/12
Distance: 905 miles
Manchester airports
Manchester International (MAN)How far from city centre: 9 miles
Madrid airports
Adolfo Suárez Madrid - Barajas (MAD)How far from city centre: 8 miles

Flights departing from Manchester

Manchester is the first city in the world to get industrialised, during the Industrial Revolution, and it is known for its architecture, scientific output and culture. The city is served by Manchester Airport, which is 14km away from the city centre. This airport has three terminals and is spread over an area of 1,400 acres.

Flights from Manchester to Madrid take off from Manchester Airport often. The city has a capacity for almost 50 million passengers yearly. However, the airport can handle only 61 aircrafts per hour and thus, it handles only half of its capacity for passengers. The airport is located in the Ringway area of Manchester.

Getting to Manchester airport

To catch one of those Manchester Madrid flights, make sure that you start early to avoid unnecessary traffic jams and delays. To reach quickly, head straight towards Manchester Piccadilly Station and hop on a TransPennine Express to the airport. You will directly reach Manchester Airport railway station. You can also get on the metro at Cornbrook Station. If you prefer to travel by bus and admire the city's architecture along the way, hop on bus 43, which can easily be found at Manchester city centre. There are also taxis and cabs available throughout the city, but they can be quite pricey.

Arriving to Madrid

Spain's capital, Madrid, is one of the largest cities in Europe and also one of the most beautiful. With baroque buildings and ancient palaces, Madrid never fails to please tourists and visitors with its charming ambience. Start your journey at the Royal Palace of Madrid, which is known for its unique architectural style, inspired by baroque movements. Next, go to the National Archaeological Museum to learn about Spanish and World history. Once you are done with all the sightseeing, you can go to Malasana, a hip and stylish neighbourhood with bars, cafes and restaurants. Puerta del Sol is perfect for those who like to party at nightclubs.

How to get to the city centre

Flights to Madrid from Manchester land at Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Baraja Airport. This airport is also known as Barajas Airport and is only 9km from Madrid city centre. If you would like to begin your nightly activities as soon as you arrive, head straight toward Puerta del Sol, which is 13km from the airport. The metro is the easiest way to get to central Madrid. Line 9 brings passengers to Nuevos Ministerios station in the heart of Madrid. There are also Expres Aeropuerto buses, which are express buses that run between the airport and the city all day and night.

Flight route information

Madrid is an enchanting city of contrasts with ancient and modern buildings existing side by side.

Frequently asked questions about flights from Manchester to Madrid

Is it possible to purchase a flexible ticket for my flight from Manchester to Madrid?
At Opodo we want to make sure that your travel plans are not affected by any cancelation as well as any possible restrictions Spain may apply when travelling from Manchester. Is your flight cancelled? We've got your back! With our flexible ticket guarantee you can decide if you want to book another flight - free of rebooking fee - or get a full refund!
How can I find cheap flights from Manchester to Madrid at Opodo?
The cheapest price for a flight from Manchester to Madrid is 14 £. At Opodo we use different machine learned based methodologies to find our costumers the best option available, considering airline combinations, stopovers and direct flights as well as different criteria for inbound and outbound journeys.
Is Madrid expensive to visit compared to Manchester?
If you compare transportation prices, the taxi ride in Madrid costs an average of 3.06 GBP, 10% cheaper than Manchester, with a fare of 3.40 GBP,
While train tickets costs 34% less in Madrid: 1.31 GBP against 2.00 GBP in Manchester.
If you compare the price of a lunch meal, however, you can find it from 13.99 GBP in Madrid, 7% less than the 15.00 GBP in Manchester.
The price of the coffee is around 33% cheaper in Madrid, with an average of 2.39 GBP, while in Manchester the coffee costs 3.58 GBP.
When is the best time to book a flight from Manchester to Madrid?
The most popular months to book a flight from Manchester to Madrid are May, March and April, based on the searches of our customers.
When is the best time to travel from Manchester to Madrid?
The best time of the year to go to Madrid when flying from Manchester depends on several preference factors like climate, seasonality and, of course, price. When it comes to popularity, May is the top 1º month to fly to Madrid from Manchester in terms of searches from our customer, followed by June and July. If you prefer to avoid high peaks of turism, however, and escape a crowded period, January, November and December are the months with less volume of searchs for the route Manchester - Madrid.
How long does the flight take to go from Manchester to Madrid?
The total flight time between Manchester and Madrid is of around 02:54 hours on average, considering an average distance of 1,559 km, for both direct and indirect flights for the route (which may have 1 or more stops in other cities in between).

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