How to get from Manchester to Madrid
- 1443 km as the crow flies
- Fastest: flight, 2h 35m
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Start with the whole journey.
We compared the ways to travel from Manchester to Madrid. The most useful option is a flight; the flight itself takes 2h 35m, not counting the trip to and from the airports. The two cities are about 1443 km apart in a straight line. The price and operators below come from a real route search.
The lowest we recorded in the last 14 days was €60, on Sun, Sep 27.
This fare comes from a search on September 26, 2026 and has not been refreshed since. Run a live search for today's price.
1443 km
Which way suits you?
| Transport | Observed fare | Duration and scope | Detail |
|---|---|---|---|
| Flight | €77Checked Sep 26 | 2h 35mFlight only | See Flight details |
| Bus | €127Omio catalogue, Oct 3 | 33h 55m2 transfers | See Bus details |
- Flight€77Checked Sep 262h 35m · Flight onlySee Flight details
- Bus€127Omio catalogue, Oct 333h 55m · 2 transfersSee Bus details
These figures were observed on different days. This table is not a live price ranking for your date.
Manchester to Madrid: cheapest or fastest?
All from the same recent search. Pick a tab: the legs, the timing and the difference from the others all change with it.
- 1Manchester Airport → Madrid–Barajasflight
Iberia Express·2h 35m
The best balance of price and time we found on this route.
The observed fares belong to earlier dates.
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The amounts on each day are fares seen earlier, not live offers. A day with no figure is one we have not priced, not one without a service.
Flight prices by day, Manchester to Madrid
The lowest fare we saw for each day over the next three months. Tap a day to search it live.
October 2026
€30November 2026
€20Departure and arrival
Ticket prices on this route
What each way of travelling costs, as the operator publishes it. These describe the route rather than a date you pick, and they refresh once a day. Booking opens at our partner Omio.
- Bus· 36h€127Book
Omio last refreshed these on Sat, Oct 3
Operators seen on these journeys
Iberia ExpressManchester Airport-Madrid–BarajasSee live options and dates →
FlixBusManchester-London Victoria Coach, London Victoria Coach-ParisBook →
BlaBlaCar BusParis-Madrid BarajasBook →On this route you travel with Iberia Express, FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus; Routavio does not add a booking fee.
How the trip from Manchester to Madrid works
Start with a Iberia Express flight from Manchester to Madrid, about 2h 35m. In total it's roughly €77 over 2h 35m, direct, no transfers.
Manchester to Madrid: common questions
How long does it take to get from Manchester to Madrid?
The most useful option is a flight; the flight itself takes about 2h 35m. Getting to and from the airports is on top of that.
How far is Madrid from Manchester?
About 1443 km in a straight line. The real route on the ground or in the air is longer.
How much does Manchester to Madrid cost?
Our latest search put the route we recommend at €77. Other options on this page can cost less, and the exact fare depends on your travel date.
Are there direct flights from Manchester to Madrid?
Yes. The best option we found flies without a transfer and takes about 2h 35m.
How long is the flight from Manchester to Madrid?
About 2h 35m, and that is the flight itself. Getting to and from the airports is on top of it.
What are the airport codes for Manchester and Madrid?
Manchester is MAN and Madrid is MAD, so this route is usually written MAN to MAD.
Which operators run Manchester to Madrid?
On this route you travel with Iberia Express, FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus.
What is the cheapest way to get from Manchester to Madrid?
Usually a flexible date, or leaving from a nearby airport. A live search puts every option for your dates side by side.
Can I book directly?
Yes. Routavio sends you straight to the operator or an independent third-party provider. We never add a booking fee. The final fare and availability are confirmed by that provider.
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Sources and method
Routes are calculated by Routavio's multimodal engine from operator timetables and flight data. Durations come from timetables, and prices are the most recent observation, not a guarantee.
Operators: Iberia Express
Route calculated: 26 Sep 2026
Prices checked: 26 Sep 2026