Question 1

How long is the flight from London Gatwick to Madrid?

Accepted Answer

A direct flight from London Gatwick to Madrid typically takes around 2 hours 30 minutes. If you choose a connecting flight, you should allow more time. Typical one-stop journeys take around 5 hours 15 minutes. For the quickest journey, a direct flight is usually the most comfortable choice.

Question 2

Are there direct flights from London Gatwick to Madrid?

Accepted Answer

Yes, there are direct flights from London Gatwick to Madrid, with an average of around 4 to 5 flights per day, operated by, among others, Iberia, easyJet and Iberia Express. If you want to travel without a stopover, it is worth filtering specifically for direct flights when searching.

Question 3

Which airlines fly from London Gatwick to Madrid?

Accepted Answer

Direct flights from London Gatwick to Madrid are operated by, among others, Iberia, easyJet and Iberia Express. There are also connecting flights with one stop, for example with Air France (via Paris - Charles de Gaulle) and TAP Portugal (via Lisbon). If a short travel time matters to you, a direct flight is usually the most convenient option. Connecting flights often give you more choice of departure times and airlines.

Question 4

On which days are there direct flights from London Gatwick to Madrid?

Accepted Answer

Direct flights from London Gatwick to Madrid operate daily. The schedule may vary by season, so it is worth comparing several travel dates. If your preferred day has no direct service, nearby departure days or short connecting flights may be a good alternative.

Question 5

How many flights are there per day from London Gatwick to Madrid?

Accepted Answer

On the route from London Gatwick to Madrid there are on average around 4 to 5 flights per day. The number of services can vary by day of the week and season. If you are flexible with your dates, it is worth comparing several departure days.

Question 6

How many flights per week are there from London Gatwick to Madrid?

Accepted Answer

From London Gatwick to Madrid there are around 29 to 30 flights per week. This means you usually have suitable connections to choose from on several days and at various times. As well as price, it is worth comparing flight duration, airline and any potential additional charges.

Question 7

When does the first flight from London Gatwick to Madrid depart?

Accepted Answer

The earliest direct flight from London Gatwick to Madrid usually departs at 06:00. The exact departure time may vary by day of the week and airline. Early flights are particularly useful if you want to make the most of your arrival day in Madrid.

Question 8

When does the last flight from London Gatwick to Madrid depart?

Accepted Answer

The last direct flight from London Gatwick to Madrid usually departs at 20:40. Late flights can be convenient if you want to travel after work or in the evening. Do check whether it is a direct flight, as a connecting service could push the arrival time significantly later.

Question 9

Which airports near London Gatwick are frequently used for flights to Madrid?

Accepted Answer

As well as London Gatwick airport, users also frequently search for flights from Birmingham, London Stansted and London Heathrow to Madrid. Alternative departure airports can offer more choice of flight times, airlines or prices. Do also check how accessible each airport is for you.

	Outbound	Return	Airlines	Baggage	Price
London Gatwick Madrid	Outbound 01/12/26 direct UX1014 02h 30min	Return 08/12/26 direct UX1015 02h 25min	Air Europa Lineas Aereas		£86
Best option London Gatwick Madrid	Outbound 01/12/26 direct IB0984 02h 20min	Return 08/12/26 direct UX1015 02h 25min	Iberia		£94
London Gatwick Madrid	Outbound 08/08/26 direct IB1864 02h 19min	Return 15/08/26 direct IB1861 02h 20min	Iberia		£300
London Gatwick Madrid	Outbound 01/12/26 direct UX1014 02h 30min	Return 08/12/26 direct UX1015 02h 25min	Air Europa Lineas Aereas		£87
London Gatwick Madrid	Outbound 01/12/26 direct U28019 02h 40min	Return 08/12/26 direct UX1013 02h 25min	easyJet		£90
London Gatwick Madrid	Outbound 01/12/26 direct UX1014 02h 30min	Return 08/12/26 direct UX1015 02h 25min	Air Europa Lineas Aereas		£91
London Gatwick Madrid	Outbound 01/12/26 direct U28019 02h 40min	Return 08/12/26 direct U28022 02h 25min	easyJet	?	£95
London Gatwick Madrid	Outbound 01/12/26 direct UX1014 02h 30min	Return 08/12/26 direct UX1015 02h 25min	Air Europa Lineas Aereas		£110
London Gatwick Madrid	Outbound 01/12/26 direct UX1014 02h 30min	Return 08/12/26 direct UX1015 02h 25min	Air Europa Lineas Aereas	?	£129
London Gatwick Madrid	Outbound 01/12/26 direct IB0984 02h 20min	Return 08/12/26 direct IB0985 02h 20min	Iberia		£150

Outbound and return from	£85.99
Flight duration	min. 02:15 / max. 02:35
Return flight duration	min. 02:15/ max. 02:25
Distance	1214 km
Flights per week	76
Departure airport	Airport London Gatwick (LGW)
Arrival airport	Airport Madrid Barajas (MAD)
Destination country	Flights to Spain
City-Code - Arrival airport	London - Madrid Barajas
Departure airport - Destination country	London Gatwick - Spain

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