667 € Cheap Flights from Rio de Janeiro Internacional to Madrid

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Flight deals from Rio de Janeiro Internacional to Madrid

Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from Rio de Janeiro Internacional Airport to Madrid Airport? If you want to travel next month, return fares start from 884 €. Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.

Find the cheapest month to fly from Rio de Janeiro Internacional to Madrid

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

Direct flights from Rio de Janeiro Internacional to Madrid

Rio de Janeiro Internacional to Madrid: Alternative routes

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

Rio de Janeiro to Madrid: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight found667 €
Cheapest month to flyNovember
Average flight time9 hrs, 45 mins
Most popular airlineLATAM Airlines
Average flights per week39

Finding cheap flights from Rio de Janeiro Internacional to Madrid: Frequently asked questions

The best price we found for a return flight from Rio de Janeiro Internacional to Madrid is 667 €. 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.
9 hours and 45 minutes is the average flight time from Rio de Janeiro Internacional to Madrid.
Qatar Airways, LATAM Airlines and Cathay Pacific fly direct from Rio de Janeiro Internacional to Madrid.
As of June 2026, there are 59 flights per week flying from Rio de Janeiro Internacional to Madrid.
The cheapest month to fly from Rio de Janeiro Internacional to Madrid is usually November.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Rio de Janeiro Internacional Airport to Madrid Airport on Friday, 6 November 2026.
Yes – the average flight time is 9 hours and 45 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, Iberia offers the cheapest flight tickets to Madrid.

Travelling from Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport (GIG) to Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport (MAD): what you need to know

  • Around 10 hours 15 minutes is how long you can expect to be travelling on a direct flight from Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport to Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport.

  • Madrid is four hours ahead of Rio De Janeiro and follows the UTC+1 timezone.

  • Each week, there are 12 Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport to Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport flights. To be on board as early as possible, pick the 19:15 Iberia flight. If you're eager to make the most of your time before flying, the latest flight is at 20:15 with Iberia.

  • For a stress-free journey, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This ensures you have enough time to board your GIG to MAD flight.

  • Flying during a peak time like July? Major public holidays and other high seasons can mean longer queues and delays at check-in and security. Play things extra safe and get there up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours before a domestic departure.

  • Flying into Madrid (and then seeing more of Spain!) is a snap with Iberia. This popular airline offers direct flights from Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport to Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport.

  • Iberia is the airline most travellers choose for this route.

  • Among carriers operating GIG to MAD flights, Iberia has the best record for on-time arrivals.

  • Consider adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport to Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport. Simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' to break up your journey, or perhaps explore a new destination along the way. Here are some options between GIG and MAD:

    • London Heathrow Airport

    • Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport

    • Charles de Gaulle Airport

How to find the cheapest flights from Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport (GIG) to Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport (MAD)

  • 382 € is the lowest price for a one-way Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport to Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport flight. A return flight starts from 667 €. These prices can change based on availability.

  • To find cheap tickets from GIG to MAD, book ahead. Airlines tend to offer their most competitively priced fares when flights are first made available.

  • Schedule your trip for November. That's the cheapest month for flights from Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport to Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport. If your travel dates are flexible, try out the 'Whole month' tool to see the lowest airfare across each month.

  • You don't need to check every day to find out if fares have gone down when you set up a Price Alert. We'll update you as soon as a special offer becomes available on cheap flights from GIG to MAD.

  • Choose your ideal arrival and departure times, number of stops and airlines with the filters. Alternatively, sort your results by 'Cheapest' to see the best deals on flights from Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport to Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport.

Handy information about Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport (GIG)

  • When it comes to Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport's on-time performance, data shows 79.57% of flights stick to their scheduled arrival time.

  • Central Rio De Janeiro to Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport is around 18 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take about 20 minutes to get there if you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving.

  • The trip when using public transport will take about 1 hour 5 minutes.

  • Have an early flight from Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport to Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport? Avoid the last-minute rush to the airport (and sneak in some extra snooze time) by choosing one of these hotels near GIG:

Arriving at Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport (MAD)

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

  • From Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport, Madrid is approximately 18 kilometres away. It takes around 25 minutes to get to the centre driving.

  • If you're taking public transport, expect a journey time of roughly 35 minutes.

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

  • It's time to choose your dates for your flight from Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport to Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport. July is the busiest month to visit Madrid. If you want a more laid-back vibe, go in April.

  • The warmest month in Madrid is July, with temperatures ranging between 17ºC (63ºF) and 36ºC (97ºF). Lock in your flights from Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport to Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport in this month if you like this kind of weather.

  • For cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from GIG to MAD in January. Average temperatures are between 0ºC (32ºF) and 11ºC (52ºF) then.

Explore more of Spain

  • You've seen Madrid, now it's time to discover other parts of Spain. Journey around 274 kilometres north-east to Zaragoza to tick off its top attractions. From Puente de Piedra to Museo Pablo Gargallo and El Tubo, there's plenty to keep you on the go.

  • If there's time to check out another side of Spain, consider Salamanca, roughly 177 kilometres west of Madrid. Plaza Mayor, S.O.U. Servicio de Orientación al Universitario. Universidad de Salamanca and Pontifical University of Salamanca are among its highlights.

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