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Madrid.40 € per passenger.Departing Thu, 1 Jan, returning Mon, 12 Jan.Return flight with Ryanair.Outbound direct flight with Ryanair departs from London Stansted on Thu, 1 Jan, arriving in Madrid.Inbound direct flight with Ryanair departs from Madrid on Mon, 12 Jan, arriving in London Stansted.Price includes taxes and charges.From 40 €, select.

Madrid.40 € per passenger.Departing Tue, 2 Dec, returning Wed, 10 Dec.Return flight with Ryanair.Outbound direct flight with Ryanair departs from London Stansted on Tue, 2 Dec, arriving in Madrid.Inbound direct flight with Ryanair departs from Madrid on Wed, 10 Dec, arriving in London Stansted.Price includes taxes and charges.From 40 €, select.

Madrid.41 € per passenger.Departing Sat, 22 Nov, returning Wed, 10 Dec.Return flight with Ryanair.Outbound direct flight with Ryanair departs from London Stansted on Sat, 22 Nov, arriving in Madrid.Inbound direct flight with Ryanair departs from Madrid on Wed, 10 Dec, arriving in London Stansted.Price includes taxes and charges.From 41 €, select.

Madrid.44 € per passenger.Departing Sat, 22 Nov, returning Sun, 23 Nov.Return flight with Ryanair.Outbound direct flight with Ryanair departs from London Stansted on Sat, 22 Nov, arriving in Madrid.Inbound direct flight with Ryanair departs from Madrid on Sun, 23 Nov, arriving in London Stansted.Price includes taxes and charges.From 44 €, select.

Madrid.44 € per passenger.Departing Fri, 23 Jan, returning Wed, 4 Feb.Return flight with Ryanair.Outbound direct flight with Ryanair departs from London Stansted on Fri, 23 Jan, arriving in Madrid.Inbound direct flight with Ryanair departs from Madrid on Wed, 4 Feb, arriving in London Stansted.Price includes taxes and charges.From 44 €, select.

Madrid.48 € per passenger.Departing Sat, 21 Feb, returning Thu, 5 Mar.Return flight with Ryanair.Outbound direct flight with Ryanair departs from London Stansted on Sat, 21 Feb, arriving in Madrid.Inbound direct flight with Ryanair departs from Madrid on Thu, 5 Mar, arriving in London Stansted.Price includes taxes and charges.From 48 €, select.

Madrid.48 € per passenger.Departing Tue, 3 Feb, returning Wed, 4 Feb.Return flight with Ryanair.Outbound direct flight with Ryanair departs from London Stansted on Tue, 3 Feb, arriving in Madrid.Inbound direct flight with Ryanair departs from Madrid on Wed, 4 Feb, arriving in London Stansted.Price includes taxes and charges.From 48 €, select.

Madrid.48 € per passenger.Departing Mon, 2 Mar, returning Thu, 5 Mar.Return flight with Ryanair.Outbound direct flight with Ryanair departs from London Stansted on Mon, 2 Mar, arriving in Madrid.Inbound direct flight with Ryanair departs from Madrid on Thu, 5 Mar, arriving in London Stansted.Price includes taxes and charges.From 48 €, select.

Find the cheapest month to fly from London Stansted to Madrid

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

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Direct flights from London Stansted to Madrid

London Stansted to Madrid: Alternative routes

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

London to Madrid: Flight information

The things to know before you go.

Cheapest flight found	40 €
Cheapest month to fly	January
Average flight time	2 hrs, 30 mins
Most popular airline	Ryanair
Average flights per week	31

Finding cheap flights from London Stansted to Madrid: Frequently asked questions

How much are return flights from London Stansted to Madrid?

The best price we found for a return flight from London Stansted to Madrid is 40 €. 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 London Stansted to Madrid?

2 hours and 30 minutes is the average flight time from London Stansted to Madrid.

Which airlines fly direct from London Stansted to Madrid?

Ryanair, Malta Air and Ryanair UK Ltd. fly direct from London Stansted to Madrid.

How many flights are there a week from London Stansted to Madrid?

As of November 2025, there are 31 flights per week flying from London Stansted to Madrid.

When is the cheapest time to fly from London Stansted to Madrid?

The cheapest month to fly from London Stansted to Madrid is usually January.

Which upcoming date is cheapest to fly from London Stansted Airport to Madrid Airport on?

After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from London Stansted Airport to Madrid Airport on Thursday, 1 January 2026.

Can I get a direct flight from London Stansted Airport to Madrid Airport?

Yes – the average flight time is 2 hours and 30 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.

Which is the cheapest airline to fly from London Stansted Airport to Madrid with?

Currently, Ryanair offers the cheapest flight tickets to Madrid.

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

Around 2 hours 25 minutes is how long you can expect to be in the air on a direct flight from Stansted Airport to Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport.
Madrid is one hour ahead of London and is in the UTC+1 timezone.
Flights from STN to MAD start at 05:45 — the earliest with Ryanair. The latest departure is at 21:10 with Ryanair. Overall, you can take your pick of 33 weekly Stansted Airport to Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport flights.
Get to the airport on time so you don't miss your STN to MAD flight. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid any last-minute rush.
You can expect bigger queues during popular months such as August. Arriving up to four hours in advance for international flights and two hours for domestic departures is a smart move.
Ryanair offers direct flights from Stansted Airport to Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport. Book with this popular airline, then get ready to discover the sights in Madrid — and maybe even more of Spain if time allows.
The airline with the highest passenger demand on this route is Ryanair.
The carrier with the best on-time arrival rate for STN to MAD flights is Ryanair.
Think about adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Stansted Airport to Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport. Just uncheck 'Direct flights only' to break up your trip, or maybe even explore a new city along the way. Here are some options between STN and MAD:
- Porto Airport
- Valencia Airport
- Barcelona-El Prat Airport

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

Right now, 20 € is the lowest price we've seen for a one-way Stansted Airport to Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport flight. The best price for a return ticket is 40 €. Remember that fares can change due to demand at the time of booking.
To secure cheap tickets from STN to MAD, reserve your journey two months before your departure date.
The cheapest month for flights from Stansted Airport to Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport is January. Use the 'Whole month' tool to find the lowest prices if you have a flexible travel schedule.
You don't need to check every day to find out if fares have dropped when you create a Price Alert. We'll let you know the moment the price changes on cheap flights from STN to MAD.
Pick your ideal arrival and departure times, airlines and number of stops with the filters. Alternatively, sort your results by 'Cheapest' to see the best deals on flights from Stansted Airport to Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport.

Handy information about Stansted Airport (STN)

64.73% of flights leaving from Stansted Airport arrive at their destination on schedule.
To reach Stansted Airport from central London, it'll take around 1 hour by car. This depends on traffic though. It's approximately 64 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
The journey when using public transport typically takes 1 hour 25 minutes.
Looking for a handy hotel close to STN? If you've booked an early flight from Stansted Airport to Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport, these accommodation options will put you moments from your departure gate:

Arriving at Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport (MAD)

If you're coming in on a late Stansted Airport to Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport flight, few things top the convenience of being near the terminal. Pick up your bags from the carousel and then be showered and snoozing soon after at one of these hotels near MAD:
Say yes to new adventures by picking up an Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Record Go, Goldcar or Click and Rent and explore beyond Madrid's main sights.
Booking your vehicle from Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport around one week in advance boosts your odds of scoring a great price.

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

Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport is roughly 18 kilometres from central Madrid. Driving there takes about 25 minutes.
It takes around 35 minutes if you're using public transport.

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

It's time to work out your travel dates for your flight from Stansted Airport to Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport. July is the busiest month to visit Madrid. If you want a more low-key vibe, go in April.
When reserving your flight from Stansted Airport to Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport, consider the kind of weather you enjoy. July is the warmest month in Madrid, with the temperature ranging from 17ºC (63ºF) to 36ºC (97ºF).
If you want to travel in cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from STN to MAD in January. Temperatures average between 0ºC (32ºF) and 11ºC (52ºF) then.

Explore more of Spain

Madrid has its own special appeal, but there are so many other parts of Spain just waiting to be explored. Around 274 kilometres north-east of Madrid, a trip to Zaragoza will keep you on the go. Start with popular sights like Puente de Piedra, Museo Pablo Gargallo and El Tubo.
If you're interested in discovering another major destination in Spain, head for Salamanca, about 177 kilometres west of Madrid. Plaza Mayor, S.O.U. Servicio de Orientación al Universitario. Universidad de Salamanca and Pontifical University of Salamanca are the start of reasons to visit.