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Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from Washington D.C. to Madrid Airport? If you want to travel next month, return fares start from $716. Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.

Madrid.$716 per passenger.Departing Sun, 26 Apr, returning Mon, 4 May.Return flight with TAP Air Portugal.Outbound indirect flight with TAP Air Portugal, departs from Washington Dulles on Sun, 26 Apr, arriving in Madrid.Inbound indirect flight with TAP Air Portugal, departs from Madrid on Mon, 4 May, arriving in Washington Dulles.Price includes taxes and charges.From $716, select.

Madrid.$716 per passenger.Departing Sun, 19 Apr, returning Thu, 30 Apr.Return flight with TAP Air Portugal.Outbound indirect flight with TAP Air Portugal, departs from Washington Dulles on Sun, 19 Apr, arriving in Madrid.Inbound indirect flight with TAP Air Portugal, departs from Madrid on Thu, 30 Apr, arriving in Washington Dulles.Price includes taxes and charges.From $716, select.

Madrid.$825 per passenger.Departing Mon, 16 Mar, returning Thu, 16 Apr.Return flight with TAP Air Portugal.Outbound indirect flight with TAP Air Portugal, departs from Washington Dulles on Mon, 16 Mar, arriving in Madrid.Inbound indirect flight with TAP Air Portugal, departs from Madrid on Thu, 16 Apr, arriving in Washington Dulles.Price includes taxes and charges.From $825, select.

Madrid.$829 per passenger.Departing Wed, 3 Feb, returning Wed, 10 Feb.Return flight with TAP Air Portugal.Outbound indirect flight with TAP Air Portugal, departs from Washington Dulles on Wed, 3 Feb, arriving in Madrid.Inbound indirect flight with TAP Air Portugal, departs from Madrid on Wed, 10 Feb, arriving in Washington Dulles.Price includes taxes and charges.From $829, select.

Madrid.$829 per passenger.Departing Mon, 17 Aug, returning Thu, 27 Aug.Return flight with TAP Air Portugal.Outbound indirect flight with TAP Air Portugal, departs from Washington Dulles on Mon, 17 Aug, arriving in Madrid.Inbound indirect flight with TAP Air Portugal, departs from Madrid on Thu, 27 Aug, arriving in Washington Dulles.Price includes taxes and charges.From $829, select.

Madrid.$831 per passenger.Departing Tue, 28 Jul, returning Tue, 1 Sep.Return flight with TAP Air Portugal.Outbound indirect flight with TAP Air Portugal, departs from Washington Dulles on Tue, 28 Jul, arriving in Madrid.Inbound indirect flight with TAP Air Portugal, departs from Madrid on Tue, 1 Sep, arriving in Washington Dulles.Price includes taxes and charges.From $831, select.

Madrid.$831 per passenger.Departing Tue, 28 Jul, returning Mon, 31 Aug.Return flight with TAP Air Portugal.Outbound indirect flight with TAP Air Portugal, departs from Washington Dulles on Tue, 28 Jul, arriving in Madrid.Inbound indirect flight with TAP Air Portugal, departs from Madrid on Mon, 31 Aug, arriving in Washington Dulles.Price includes taxes and charges.From $831, select.

Madrid.$834 per passenger.Departing Mon, 4 Jan, returning Mon, 11 Jan.Return flight with TAP Air Portugal.Outbound indirect flight with TAP Air Portugal, departs from Washington Dulles on Mon, 4 Jan, arriving in Madrid.Inbound indirect flight with TAP Air Portugal, departs from Madrid on Mon, 11 Jan, arriving in Washington Dulles.Price includes taxes and charges.From $834, select.

Madrid.$834 per passenger.Departing Wed, 4 Nov, returning Fri, 4 Dec.Return flight with TAP Air Portugal.Outbound indirect flight with TAP Air Portugal, departs from Washington Dulles on Wed, 4 Nov, arriving in Madrid.Inbound indirect flight with TAP Air Portugal, departs from Madrid on Fri, 4 Dec, arriving in Washington Dulles.Price includes taxes and charges.From $834, select.

Madrid.$834 per passenger.Departing Wed, 18 Nov, returning Tue, 24 Nov.Return flight with TAP Air Portugal.Outbound indirect flight with TAP Air Portugal, departs from Washington Dulles on Wed, 18 Nov, arriving in Madrid.Inbound indirect flight with TAP Air Portugal, departs from Madrid on Tue, 24 Nov, arriving in Washington Dulles.Price includes taxes and charges.From $834, select.

Madrid.$843 per passenger.Departing Sun, 12 Apr, returning Wed, 22 Apr.Return flight with Finnair.Outbound direct flight with Finnair departs from Washington Dulles on Sun, 12 Apr, arriving in Madrid.Inbound direct flight with Finnair departs from Madrid on Wed, 22 Apr, arriving in Washington Dulles.Price includes taxes and charges.From $843, select.

Madrid.$861 per passenger.Departing Wed, 21 Oct, returning Sat, 16 Jan.Return flight with TAP Air Portugal.Outbound indirect flight with TAP Air Portugal, departs from Washington Dulles on Wed, 21 Oct, arriving in Madrid.Inbound indirect flight with TAP Air Portugal, departs from Madrid on Sat, 16 Jan, arriving in Washington Dulles.Price includes taxes and charges.From $861, select.

Madrid.$864 per passenger.Departing Thu, 3 Dec, returning Tue, 8 Dec.Return flight with TAP Air Portugal.Outbound indirect flight with TAP Air Portugal, departs from Washington Dulles on Thu, 3 Dec, arriving in Madrid.Inbound indirect flight with TAP Air Portugal, departs from Madrid on Tue, 8 Dec, arriving in Washington Dulles.Price includes taxes and charges.From $864, select.

Madrid.$870 per passenger.Departing Thu, 22 Oct, returning Tue, 24 Nov.Return flight with TAP Air Portugal.Outbound indirect flight with TAP Air Portugal, departs from Washington Dulles on Thu, 22 Oct, arriving in Madrid.Inbound indirect flight with TAP Air Portugal, departs from Madrid on Tue, 24 Nov, arriving in Washington Dulles.Price includes taxes and charges.From $870, select.

Madrid.$875 per passenger.Departing Mon, 21 Sep, returning Tue, 6 Oct.Return flight with Royal Air Maroc.Outbound indirect flight with Royal Air Maroc, departs from Washington Dulles on Mon, 21 Sep, arriving in Madrid.Inbound indirect flight with Royal Air Maroc, departs from Madrid on Tue, 6 Oct, arriving in Washington Dulles.Price includes taxes and charges.From $875, select.

Madrid.$875 per passenger.Departing Sun, 18 Oct, returning Sat, 24 Oct.Return flight with Royal Air Maroc.Outbound indirect flight with Royal Air Maroc, departs from Washington Dulles on Sun, 18 Oct, arriving in Madrid.Inbound indirect flight with Royal Air Maroc, departs from Madrid on Sat, 24 Oct, arriving in Washington Dulles.Price includes taxes and charges.From $875, select.

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Cheapest flight found	$716
Cheapest month to fly	April
Average flight time	7 hrs, 48 mins
Most popular airline	Air Canada
Average flights per week	54

Finding cheap flights from Washington D.C. to Madrid: Frequently asked questions

How much are return flights from Washington D.C. to Madrid?

The best price we found for a return flight from Washington D.C. to Madrid is $716. 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.

How long does it take to fly from Washington D.C. to Madrid?

7 hours and 48 minutes is the average flight time from Washington D.C. to Madrid.

Which airlines fly direct from Washington D.C. to Madrid?

Air Canada, Lufthansa and United fly direct from Washington D.C. to Madrid.

How many flights are there a week from Washington D.C. to Madrid?

As of March 2026, there are 108 flights per week flying from Washington D.C. to Madrid.

When is the cheapest time to fly from Washington D.C. to Madrid?

The cheapest month to fly from Washington D.C. to Madrid is usually April.

Which upcoming date is cheapest to fly from Washington D.C. to Madrid Airport on?

After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it is currently cheapest to fly from Washington D.C. to Madrid Airport on Sunday, 19 April 2026.

Can I get a direct flight from Washington D.C. to Madrid Airport?

Yes – the average flight time is 7 hours and 48 minutes.

How can I find the best flight deal to Madrid?

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.

When is the best time to book flights to Madrid?

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.

Flying from Washington DC to Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport (MAD): What you need to know

Planning your holiday begins with figuring out where you'll fly out of in Washington DC. Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD) is the city's main base, so explore your options for booking a flight from Washington DC to Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport (MAD) jetting off from here.
Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport is located in Madrid. The city operates on the UTC+1 timezone and is six hours ahead of Washington DC.
For a stress-free journey, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This way, you'll have plenty of time to board your flight from Washington DC to MAD.
Peak months like April or holiday periods such as Christmas and New Year will mean bigger queues at check-in and security. Travelling then? Play it safe and get to the terminal even earlier. Arriving two hours before domestic flights and up four hours ahead of an international flight is a wise idea.

Airports in Washington DC

Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport (DCA)

A stopover is the ideal opportunity to break up your trip and perhaps even tour another city. When browsing cheap flights from Washington DC to MAD leaving from Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport (DCA), deselect the 'Direct flights only' box to find out where you can stop along the way. Here's where you could connect through:
- Charlotte Douglas International Airport (CLT)
- Boston Logan International Airport (BOS)
- Philadelphia International Airport (PHL)
Located around 6 kilometres from central Washington DC, DCA can be reached in about 10 minutes by car, depending on traffic. The journey by public transport takes roughly 25 minutes.
Want an easy start to your journey? Stay near Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport. Whether you're catching an early flight from Washington DC to Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport or prefer not to rush, these hotels have you covered:
Of the departures from Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport, 76% land on schedule at their destination.
DCA is located at 1 Aviation Circle.

Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD)

Think about setting out from Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD). You can book a direct Washington DC to Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport (MAD) plane ticket with departures from here.
Iberia offers direct flights from Washington DC to MAD leaving from IAD. Book your favourite aisle (or window) seat and reach your destination without any detours.
Iberia takes the lead in bookings on the IAD to MAD route.
United is the most consistently on-time carrier operating flights between Washington Dulles International Airport and Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport.
Knock a new city off your list or just take a moment to reset with a stopover. If you'd like to break up your flight from Washington DC to Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport, check out these options when heading out from Washington Dulles International Airport:
- London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
- Dublin Airport (DUB)
- Lisbon Humberto Delgado Airport (LIS)
IAD is around 40 kilometres from central Washington DC. It takes 45 minutes or so to get to the airport if you're driving from the city centre. Public transport takes roughly 1 hour 10 minutes.
Start your holiday sooner with an extra night away from home. Before your Washington DC to MAD flight, stay in one of these hotels close to Washington Dulles International Airport:
When it comes to keeping flights punctual, Washington Dulles International Airport has an on-time arrival performance of 74%.
The street address for IAD is 1 Saarinen Circle.

Baltimore Washington International Airport (BWI)

You can book a plane ticket from Washington DC to Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport (MAD) with one or more stops leaving from Baltimore Washington International Airport (BWI). Here are some of the most popular stopovers between BWI and MAD:
- Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson International Airport (ATL)
- Charlotte Douglas International Airport (CLT)
- London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
From central Washington DC, BWI is around 48 kilometres away. It takes roughly 40 minutes to get there by car and 50 minutes or so if you take public transport.
Skip the rush on your departure day — stay near Baltimore Washington International Airport and know you'll be at the terminal with time to spare. Settle in at one of these hotels the day before if you have an early Washington DC to Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport flight:
Flights that leave from BWI reach their destination within the expected time frame 77% of the time.

About Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport (MAD)

The last thing you need is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late flight from Washington DC to Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport. Book one of these accommodation options near MAD instead:
Hit the road running by picking up a Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Record Go, Goldcar or Click and Rent to explore Madrid and beyond.
For the best deal, book your ride around one week ahead of your Washington DC to Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport flight.

Getting from Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport (MAD) to central Madrid

From Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport, central Madrid is around 13 kilometres away. It takes about 20 minutes to reach the city centre by car.
If you're taking public transport, expect a journey of roughly 30 minutes.

How to find the cheapest flights from Washington DC to Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport (MAD)

The cheapest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Washington DC to Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport is $560. For a return flight on this route, the best price is $716. Depending on how early you book and the availability, these fares can change.
Book five months before your departure date. Pricing trends show that this is the ideal window for finding cheap flights from Washington DC to MAD.
Organise your trip for October. That's the best month for landing a great bargain on Washington DC to Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport tickets. If you're flexible with your travel dates, use the 'Whole month' tool to find the cheapest price across each month.
Stay on top of deals for plane tickets from Washington DC to MAD by setting up a Price Alert. We'll send you an email or push notification on the app when fares go down.
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The best time to fly from Washington DC to Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport (MAD)

June is when most people book flights from Washington DC to Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport (MAD). Plan your visit to Madrid in January for a more low-key escape.
Before locking in your Washington DC to MAD plane ticket, consider the weather you're most comfortable in. July is the warmest month in Madrid, with temperatures ranging from 17ºC to 36ºC.
January has temperatures of between 0ºC and 11ºC. Look for cheap tickets from Washington DC to Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport around that time if you'd rather travel in cooler conditions.

More about Madrid

Once you've booked your flight from Washington DC to Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport, find a hotel that offers the right mix of comfort and location. Make one of these options your base for exploring Madrid:
Museo del Prado and Thyssen-Bornemisza National Museum are just the start of the major attractions to add to your Madrid itinerary. Keep the momentum going by heading to Plaza Mayor.

Explore more of Spain

You've done Madrid, now it's time to discover other corners of Spain. Journey around 274 kilometres northeast to Zaragoza to tick off its popular sights. From Plaza España to Plaza del Pilar and La Seo del Salvador, you've got a jam-packed schedule ahead.
Salamanca is another standout destination in Spain and is around 193 kilometres west of Madrid. No journey is complete without seeing Catedral de Salamanca, Salamanca, Casco Historico and Plaza Mayor.