Travelling from Munich Airport (MUC) to Madrid Airport (MAD): what you need to know
Jump on a direct flight from Munich Airport to Madrid Airport and you'll be travelling for an average of 2 hours 45 minutes.
Munich and Madrid share the UTC+1 timezone. This means there's no time difference to consider.
You can choose from 59 weekly Munich Airport to Madrid Airport flights.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are golden rules for hassle-free flying. Show up at the airport on time to board your MUC to MAD flight.
Travelling during a peak month such as September? Major public holidays and other popular seasons can result in longer lines and delays at airport checkpoints. Play it safe and arrive up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours before a domestic departure.
A number of airlines offer direct flights from Munich Airport to Madrid Airport, so getting to Madrid (and then discovering more of Spain!) is easy. The most popular carriers that fly nonstop include:
Most passengers choose to travel with Iberia on this route.
Air Europa is the most punctual carrier that operates MUC to MAD flights. A dependable 84.3% of its services on this route arrive as scheduled.
We make it a breeze to book a flight with a stopover. To see your options for tickets from Munich Airport to Madrid Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, pick a flight with a stop long enough to tour your chosen city. Some great stopovers between MUC and MAD include:
Frankfurt am Main Airport
Zurich Airport
Palma - Majorca Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Munich Airport (MUC) to Madrid Airport (MAD)
$163 is the lowest price for a one-way Munich Airport to Madrid Airport flight. A return flight starts from $297. These prices may change based on demand.
Score cheap tickets from MUC to MAD by booking at least one month ahead. Based on our research, that's the sweet spot for landing a bargain.
Plan your trip for June. That's the cheapest month for flights from Munich Airport to Madrid Airport. If your travel dates are flexible, try out the 'Whole month' tool to see the cheapest price across each month.
You don't need to check back in every day to find out if fares have gone down when you create a Price Alert. We'll let you know the moment the price changes on cheap flights from MUC to MAD.
Find the right flight for you by using the filters. To see the 'Fastest,' 'Cheapest' or 'Best' flights from Munich Airport to Madrid Airport, use the 'Sort by' function. You can also filter by airline, departure and arrival times, and number of stops.
Handy information about Munich Airport (MUC)
79% of flights leaving from Munich Airport land at their destination on schedule.
To reach Munich Airport from central Munich, it takes about 40 minutes if you're planning to drive. This depends on traffic though. It's approximately 40 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
You can expect a journey time of about 40 minutes on public transport.
Taking an early flight from Munich Airport to Madrid Airport? Avoid the stress of rushing to the airport (and enjoy a little extra shut-eye) by choosing one of these stays near MUC:
Arriving at Madrid Airport (MAD)
If you're arriving on a late Munich Airport to Madrid Airport flight, nothing beats the convenience of being near the terminal. Pick up your bags from the carousel and then be showered and snoozing soon after at one of these hotels near MAD:
Fast-track your adventure by picking up a Madrid Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Record Go, Goldcar or Click and Rent and experience the lesser-explored corners of Madrid and beyond.
For the best deal, reserve your vehicle from Madrid Airport around one week before you travel.
Getting from Madrid Airport (MAD) to central Madrid
Madrid Airport is roughly 13 kilometres from central Madrid. The drive time takes around 20 minutes.
When travelling by public transport, expect a journey of around 30 minutes.
When to fly to Madrid Airport (MAD)
July is the most popular month for flights from Munich Airport to Madrid Airport. To avoid the crowds, travel to Madrid in March.
The warmest month in Madrid is July, with the temperature ranging between 18ºC and 37ºC. Book your flights from Munich Airport to Madrid Airport in this month if you like this kind of weather.
Look for cheap tickets from MUC to MAD in January if you like travelling in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 0ºC and 12ºC on average.
Explore more of Spain
You've seen Madrid, now it's time to discover more of Spain. Journey about 274 kilometres north-east to Zaragoza to tick off its must-visit sights. From Plaza del Pilar to La Seo del Salvador and Basílica de Nuestra Senora del Pilar, you'll have a packed itinerary ahead.
If you're looking to explore another side of Spain, consider Salamanca, about 177 kilometres west of Madrid. Catedral de Salamanca, Salamanca, Casco Historico and Plaza Mayor are among the biggest draws.