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Flight deals from Manchester to Madrid

Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from Manchester Airport to Madrid Airport? If you want to travel next month, return fares start from $158. Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.

Find the cheapest month to fly from Manchester to Madrid

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Manchester to Madrid flights are currently cheapest in October.

Direct flights from Manchester to Madrid

Manchester to Madrid: Alternative routes

Compare routes from Manchester to Madrid below. You may find an airport to fly into that's cheaper, faster, or easier than Madrid.

Manchester to Madrid: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight found$109
Cheapest month to flyOctober
Average flight time2 hrs, 36 mins
Most popular airlineRyanair
Average flights per week25

Finding cheap flights from Manchester to Madrid: Frequently asked questions

The best price we found for a return flight from Manchester to Madrid is $109. This is an estimate based on information collected from different airlines and travel providers over the last 4 days and is subject to change and availability.
2 hours and 36 minutes is the average flight time from Manchester to Madrid.
Ryanair, easyJet and Iberia fly direct from Manchester to Madrid.
As of June 2026, there are 25 flights per week flying from Manchester to Madrid.
The cheapest month to fly from Manchester to Madrid is usually October.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Manchester Airport to Madrid Airport on Wednesday, 7 October 2026.
Yes – the average flight time is 2 hours and 36 minutes.
We show every price from over 1,200 airlines and travel agents, comparing them all so you don’t have to. If you know you want to fly to Madrid but you’re not ready to book, set up a Price Alert. We’ll track prices for you, and let you know when they rise or fall.

We crunched all the numbers in our flight calendar and it looks like the cheapest time to book a flight to Madrid is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.

Currently, easyJet offers the cheapest flight tickets to Madrid.

Travelling from Manchester Airport (MAN) to Madrid Airport (MAD): what you need to know

  • Around 2 hours 40 minutes is how long you'll be travelling on a direct flight from Manchester Airport to Madrid Airport.

  • Madrid's timezone is UTC+1, which makes Madrid one hour ahead of Manchester.

  • Pack your bags and choose from 14 weekly Manchester Airport to Madrid Airport flights.

  • Your MAN to MAD flight won't wait if you're late, so get to the airport with time to spare. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead when you're travelling internationally.

  • Flying during a peak time like August? Public holidays and other high seasons can result in longer lines at security. Play things extra safe and arrive up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours before domestic departures.

  • With direct flights from Manchester Airport to Madrid Airport operated by a number of airlines, getting to Madrid (and then other destinations in Spain) is a snap. You can travel nonstop with these carriers:

  • Most passengers choose to travel with Ryanair on this route.

  • Ryanair is the most punctual carrier that offers MAN to MAD flights. An impressive 86.67% of its departures on this route arrive without delay.

  • We make it a piece of cake to book a flight with a stopover. To see all your options for tickets from Manchester Airport to Madrid Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, pick a flight with a stop long enough to visit your chosen city. Worthwhile stopovers between MAN and MAD include:

    • London Heathrow Airport

    • Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport

    • Bilbao Airport

How to find the cheapest flights from Manchester Airport (MAN) to Madrid Airport (MAD)

  • $64 is currently the best price for a one-way Manchester Airport to Madrid Airport flight. Return flights start at $109. These prices may change based on availability.

  • Score cheap tickets from MAN to MAD by booking at least eight months ahead. Based on our research, that's the sweet spot for picking up a bargain.

  • Organise your trip for January. That's the cheapest month for flights from Manchester Airport to Madrid Airport. If you're flexible on when you fly, try out the 'Whole month' tool to find the cheapest price across each month.

  • Save time looking for cheap flights from MAN to MAD by creating a Price Alert. We'll send you an email or notification through the app when a lower fare pops up.

  • Discover the ideal flight for you by using the filters. To see the 'Cheapest,' 'Fastest' or 'Best' flights from Manchester Airport to Madrid Airport, use the 'Sort by' function. You can also filter results by airline, departure and arrival times, and journey duration.

Handy information about Manchester Airport (MAN)

  • Of all flights leaving Manchester Airport, 65% arrive as scheduled at their destination.

  • Manchester Airport is around 14 kilometres from central Manchester. If you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a taxi from the centre, it'll take 25 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic.

  • You can expect a journey time of around 20 minutes when using public transport.

  • Get your journey off to a relaxed start by staying near MAN. Whether you're boarding an early flight from Manchester Airport to Madrid Airport or just don't want to be rushed, these hotels are the answer:

Arriving at Madrid Airport (MAD)

  • If you're coming in on a late Manchester Airport to Madrid Airport flight, few things beat the convenience of being close to the terminal. Grab your luggage from the carousel and then be showered and resting soon after at one of these hotels near MAD:

  • Grab a Madrid Airport rental car and discover Madrid and beyond with your own wheels. Record Go, Goldcar and Click and Rent are well-known companies you can book with here.

  • Booking your ride from Madrid Airport around one week ahead can help you secure the lowest rate.

When to fly to Madrid Airport (MAD)

  • July is the most popular month for flights from Manchester Airport to Madrid Airport. To skip the crowds, travel to Madrid in March.

  • When reserving your flight from Manchester Airport to Madrid Airport, consider the type of weather you enjoy. July is the warmest month in Madrid, with temperatures ranging from 18ºC to 37ºC.

  • If you want to travel in cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from MAN to MAD in January. Average temperatures are between 0ºC and 12ºC then.

Explore more of Spain

  • You've visited Madrid, now it's time to explore other parts of Spain. Journey about 274 kilometres north-east to Zaragoza to tick off its leading attractions. From Plaza del Pilar to La Seo del Salvador and Basílica de Nuestra Senora del Pilar, you've got a jam-packed schedule ahead.

  • Around 177 kilometres west of Madrid, Salamanca is another essential stop in Spain. Start your sightseeing at Catedral de Salamanca, Salamanca, Casco Historico and Plaza Mayor.

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