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

Madrid to Cardiff: Alternative routes

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

Madrid to Cardiff: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight found123 €
Cheapest month to flyJuly

Finding cheap flights from Madrid to Cardiff: Frequently asked questions

The best price we found for a return flight from Madrid to Cardiff is 123 €. 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.
Currently, there are no airlines that fly direct from Madrid to Cardiff. But we found flights with one or more stops from 123 €.
As of July 2025, there are no flights flying from Madrid to Cardiff.
The cheapest month to fly from Madrid to Cardiff is usually July.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Madrid Airport to Cardiff Airport on Tuesday, 22 July 2025.
No airlines currently offer direct flights between Madrid Airport and Cardiff Airport. Most routes have one or more stops.
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 Cardiff 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 Cardiff is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.
Currently, Iberia offers the cheapest flight tickets to Cardiff.

Flying from Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport (MAD) to Cardiff Airport (CWL): what you need to know

  • Cardiff's timezone is UTC+0, which makes Cardiff one hour behind Madrid.

  • Your MAD to CWL flight won't wait if you're late, so show up at the airport on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead when you're flying internationally.

  • Travelling during a peak time like July? Major public holidays and other high seasons can result in longer lines and delays at airport checkpoints. Be extra cautious and get there up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours before a domestic departure.

  • Consider adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport to Cardiff Airport. Simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' to break up your journey, or perhaps see a new city along the way. Here's where you can stop between MAD and CWL:

    • Dublin Airport

    • Alicante-Elche Airport

    • Malaga Airport

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

  • 63 € is the best price for a one-way Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport to Cardiff Airport flight. A return flight starts from 123 €. These prices can change depending on availability.

  • It's often best to book as early as possible if you want to get cheap tickets from MAD to CWL. That's because airlines change prices based on demand, which tends to rise closer to departure.

  • Getting cheap flights from Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport to Cardiff Airport is easier if you're flexible with your dates. Use the 'Whole month' tool to see the best prices throughout the month and score a great deal.

  • Picking up cheap flights from MAD to CWL is easy with Price Alerts. All you need to do is set up one of these automatic alerts and we'll let you know as soon as a new discounted fare appears.

  • Lock in the perfect flight for you with the help of the filters. To see the 'Cheapest,' 'Best' or 'Fastest' flights from Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport to Cardiff Airport, use the 'Sort by' tool. You can also filter by departure and arrival times, airline, and journey duration.

Handy information about Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport (MAD)

  • 78.23% of flights that depart Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport arrive at their destination on time.

  • Central Madrid to Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport is around 18 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take about 25 minutes to get there if you're driving, catching a cab or ride-sharing.

  • The journey on public transport takes about 35 minutes.

  • Have an early flight from Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport to Cardiff Airport? Avoid rushing to the airport (and get some extra shut-eye) by choosing one of these hotels near MAD:

Arriving at Cardiff Airport (CWL)

  • The last thing you want is a lengthy trip to your hotel if you're landing late on an Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport to Cardiff Airport flight. Reserve one of these accommodation options near CWL instead:

  • Get on the fast track to adventure by picking up a Cardiff Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Europcar, Keddy By Europcar or Enterprise and experience the lesser-explored corners of Cardiff and beyond.

  • Get the best deal by booking your ride from Cardiff Airport about four weeks before your departure date.

Getting from Cardiff Airport (CWL) to central Cardiff

  • From Cardiff Airport, Cardiff is approximately 27 kilometres away. It takes around 30 minutes to drive to the centre.

  • It takes roughly 1 hour 5 minutes to get there using public transport.

When to fly to Cardiff Airport (CWL)

  • The quietest month for a flight from Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport to Cardiff Airport is April, while June is the busiest. Pick the ideal time to visit Cardiff based on whether you prefer a more fast-paced or easygoing experience.

  • When booking your flight from Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport to Cardiff Airport, consider the type of weather you enjoy. July is the warmest month in Cardiff, with the temperature ranging from 11ºC (52ºF) to 22ºC (72ºF).

  • Search for cheap tickets from MAD to CWL in January if you like travelling in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 0ºC (32ºF) and 9ºC (48ºF) on average.

Explore more of United Kingdom

  • London is just one of the many places in United Kingdom waiting to be discovered once you've seen Cardiff. Around 209 kilometres away to the east, top sights here include Big Ben, The British Museum and Buckingham Palace.

  • Birmingham is another essential stop in United Kingdom and is around 145 kilometres north-east of Cardiff. No journey is complete without seeing Cadbury World, The Library of Birmingham and National Sea Life Centre.

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