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Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from Dublin to Madrid? Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.

Find the cheapest month to fly from Dublin to Madrid

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

Direct flights from Dublin to Madrid

Dublin to Madrid: Alternative routes

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

Dublin to Madrid: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight found58 €
Cheapest month to flySeptember
Average flight time2 hrs, 36 mins
Most popular airlineAer Lingus
Average flights per week84

Finding cheap flights from Dublin to Madrid: Frequently asked questions

The best price we found for a return flight from Dublin to Madrid is 58 €. 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 Dublin to Madrid.
Aer Lingus, Iberia and Ryanair fly direct from Dublin to Madrid.
As of June 2025, there are 85 flights per week flying from Dublin to Madrid.
The cheapest month to fly from Dublin to Madrid is usually June 2025.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Dublin Airport to Madrid Airport on Tuesday, 16 September 2025.
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, Ryanair offers the cheapest flight tickets to Madrid.

Travelling from Dublin Airport (DUB) to Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport (MAD): what you need to know

  • The average time for a direct flight from Dublin Airport to Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport is 2 hours 40 minutes.

  • Madrid is one hour ahead of Dublin and is in the UTC+1 timezone.

  • Take your pick of 52 weekly Dublin Airport to Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport flights. The 06:20 departure with Aer Lingus is the earliest available. Ryanair operates the last service of the day at 21:30.

  • Arrive at the airport on time so you don't miss your DUB to MAD flight. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid a last-minute sprint to the gate.

  • During popular months such as August, you'll want to get to the airport well in advance. Plan to arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead for international flights when you fly during a high season in general.

  • With direct flights from Dublin Airport to Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport available from numerous airlines, flying to Madrid (and then other destinations in Spain) is a snap. You can travel nonstop with these carriers:

  • The airline that tops the list for bookings on this route is Aer Lingus.

  • Iberia is the most punctual carrier that offers DUB to MAD flights. An impressive 85.11% of its services on this route arrive without delay.

  • Think about adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Dublin Airport to Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport. Simply deselect 'Direct flights only' to break up your journey, or enjoy a detour to a new and interesting place. Check out these options between DUB and MAD:

    • London Gatwick Airport

    • London Heathrow Airport

    • Bilbao Airport

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

  • At the moment, 28 € is the cheapest price we've found for a one-way Dublin Airport to Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport flight. The best price for a return plane ticket is 58 €. Keep in mind that fares may change due to demand at the time of booking.

  • To secure cheap tickets from DUB to MAD, reserve your trip seven months before your departure date.

  • Plan your trip for June. That's the cheapest month for flights from Dublin Airport to Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport. If you're flexible with your travel dates, use the 'Whole month' tool to find the cheapest price across each month.

  • You won't have to check back in every day to find out if fares have dropped when you create a Price Alert. We'll update you as soon as the price changes on cheap flights from DUB to MAD.

  • Pick your ideal departure and arrival times, airlines and number of stops with the filters. Or sort your results by 'Cheapest' to find the best deals on flights from Dublin Airport to Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport.

Handy information about Dublin Airport (DUB)

  • Of the departures from Dublin Airport, 72.87% land on time at their destination.

  • Central Dublin to Dublin Airport is approximately 21 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take about 30 minutes to get there if you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving.

  • Catching public transport? Expect a trip time of around 2 hours 10 minutes.

  • Booked an early flight from Dublin Airport to Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the terminal (and enjoy a little extra shut-eye) by choosing one of these hotels close to DUB:

Arriving at Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport (MAD)

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

  • Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport to the centre of Madrid has a drive time of around 25 minutes. It's approximately 18 kilometres away.

  • When travelling on public transport, expect a journey of around 35 minutes.

When to fly to Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport (MAD)

  • July is the busiest month for flights from Dublin Airport to Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport. To skip the crowds, visit Madrid in April.

  • Book your flight from Dublin Airport to Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport for July if you'd like to visit Madrid during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures of between 17ºC (63ºF) and 36ºC (97ºF).

  • Search for cheap tickets from DUB to MAD in January if you'd rather travel during cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 0ºC (32ºF) and 11ºC (52ºF) on average.

Explore more of Spain

  • You've visited Madrid, now it's time to discover other parts of Spain. Travel about 274 kilometres north-east to Zaragoza to check off its leading sights. From Puente de Piedra to Museo Pablo Gargallo and El Tubo, you'll have a packed itinerary ahead.

  • Salamanca is another must-experience destination in Spain and is around 177 kilometres west of Madrid. No journey is complete without visiting Plaza Mayor, S.O.U. Servicio de Orientación al Universitario. Universidad de Salamanca and Pontifical University of Salamanca.

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