How to find cheap flights from London Airport (YXU) to Spain
$1,413 is currently the cheapest price for a return flight from London Airport (YXU) to Spain.
You'll be travelling from YXU into Madrid in Madrid with that fare.
$694 is the lowest price we've found for a one-way trip.
Want to let the lowest fares decide your next stop? Select 'Spain' in the 'To' field to discover the cheapest deals by city.
With roughly 30 international airports, Spain has plenty of options on where to land.
Expand your search by selecting 'Add nearby airports.' This will compare prices across the airports closest to both your origin and destination, which could help you cut costs.
For a better deal, aim to book about one month before travelling. If your trip falls during a busy period, it's worth booking even earlier.
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Best time to fly from London Airport (YXU) to Spain
November is typically the cheapest month to hop on a flight from London Airport (YXU) to Spain, with prices starting from $1,413.
Tuesdays and Wednesdays are often the most affordable days to fly in general, with fares coming in lower during midweek when it's quieter.
July, August and September mark the busiest months to fly to Spain, with July the most popular of the three. You'll generally pay higher fares at this time.
If you want a more leisurely pace, April, May and June are the least popular months to fly. May is the quietest month, making cheaper tickets easier to find.
Popular places to visit in Spain
Your London to Spain flights are taken care of. Next, it's time to decide what your itinerary will look like.
Barcelona
Located in Catalonia, this city is one of the most popular destinations for flights departing London Airport for Spain. Get your sightseeing underway at unmissable attractions like Sagrada Familia, Park Güell and FC Barcelona Museum.
Barcelona-El Prat Airport (BCN) is Barcelona's busiest airport.
When it's time to find somewhere comfortable to stay, explore the lineup of hotels in Barcelona.
Madrid
The biggest highlights in this Community of Madrid city include Prado Museum, Thyssen-Bornemisza National Museum and Plaza Mayor.
Land at Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport (MAD) and go straight from arrivals to discovering the sights.
Explore hotels in Madrid and find a stay that lines up with your plans.
Palma
Major attractions to squeeze in while you're in this part of Balearic Islands include Cathedral de Mallorca, Plaza de Espana and Palma Beach.
You can reach the city through its main airport, Palma de Mallorca Airport (PMI).
Whether you want something no frills or full of flair, hotels in Palma offer options for every type of trip.
Visiting Spain for the first time? Here's what you need to know
Entry rules can vary depending on your passport, travel plans and length of stay, so double-check before you travel. Official embassy sites and airlines will have the most up-to-date advice on visas or any other documentation you may need.
Euro (EUR) is the main currency. Paying for purchases is easy, with debit and credit cards accepted almost everywhere.
Spain has a population of about 49 million. The capital city is Madrid.
Standard time zones in this destination vary, from UTC+0 to UTC+1.
Weather can shape everything from how you explore to what you pack, so choose your season wisely. July is Spain's warmest month, with average high temperatures reaching 33ºC.
Conditions are often coolest around January, when average lows drop to 2ºC. Check the weather before you travel.
October tends to be the wettest time of year, while July is the driest.
The Carnival of Spain, Las Fallas spring festival and the Running of the Bulls are some of the headline events here. Think about booking your trip around moments like these for a travel experience beyond the ordinary.
Complete your trip with hotels and a car rental
Booked that cheap flight from London Airport (YXU) to Spain? Now decide where you'll stay and how you'll travel around. Check out the range of hotels in Spain and filter your search by review score, star rating and more. You can also browse the car rental options in Spain and choose from pickup locations in cities or right at the airport.