Question 1

How long is the flight from London Stansted to Madrid?

Accepted Answer

A direct flight from London Stansted 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 11 hours 40 minutes. For the quickest journey, a direct flight is usually the most comfortable choice.

Question 2

Are there direct flights from London Stansted to Madrid?

Accepted Answer

Yes, there are direct flights from London Stansted to Madrid, with an average of around 2 to 3 flights per day, operated by, among others, Ryanair. 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 Stansted to Madrid?

Accepted Answer

Direct flights from London Stansted to Madrid are operated by, among others, Ryanair. There are also connecting flights with one stop, for example with Turkish Airlines (via Istanbul) and Air Algérie (via Algiers). 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 Stansted to Madrid?

Accepted Answer

Direct flights from London Stansted 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 Stansted to Madrid?

Accepted Answer

On the route from London Stansted to Madrid there are on average around 2 to 3 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 Stansted to Madrid?

Accepted Answer

On the route from London Stansted to Madrid there are around 18 to 19 flights per week. The number of services can vary depending on the season and day of the week. If you have flexibility, it is worth looking at several departure days to find the best option.

Question 7

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

Accepted Answer

The earliest direct flight from London Stansted to Madrid usually departs at 05:55. 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 Stansted to Madrid depart?

Accepted Answer

The last direct flight from London Stansted to Madrid usually departs at 21:45. 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.

	Outbound	Return	Airlines	Baggage	Price
Best option London Stansted Madrid	Outbound 31/08/26 direct RK2628 02h 25min	Return 10/09/26 direct FR0498 02h 25min	Ryanair UK		£42 found yesterday
London Stansted Madrid	Outbound 31/08/26 1 Stopover (ALG) AH2057, AH2006 19h 30min	Return 10/09/26 1 Stopover (ALG) AH2007, AH2056 26h 00min	Air Algérie		£519 found yesterday
London Stansted Madrid	Outbound 31/08/26 direct RK2628 02h 25min	Return 10/09/26 direct FR0498 02h 25min	Ryanair UK		£47 found yesterday
London Stansted Madrid	Outbound 31/08/26 direct RK2628 02h 25min	Return 10/09/26 direct FR5995 02h 25min	Ryanair UK	?	£48 found yesterday
London Stansted Madrid	Outbound 04/10/26 direct FR0347 02h 30min	Return 20/10/26 direct FR5993 02h 25min	Ryanair		£53 found yesterday
London Stansted Madrid	Outbound 04/10/26 direct FR0347 02h 30min	Return 20/10/26 direct FR5993 02h 25min	Ryanair	?	£54 found yesterday
London Stansted Madrid	Outbound 31/08/26 direct RK2628 02h 25min	Return 10/09/26 direct FR5995 02h 25min	Ryanair UK	?	£55 found yesterday
London Stansted Madrid	Outbound 31/08/26 direct RK2628 02h 25min	Return 10/09/26 direct FR0498 02h 25min	Ryanair UK		£58 found yesterday
London Stansted Madrid	Outbound 04/10/26 direct FR0347 02h 30min	Return 20/10/26 direct FR5995 02h 25min	Ryanair	?	£59 found yesterday
London Stansted Madrid	Outbound 04/10/26 direct FR0347 02h 30min	Return 20/10/26 direct FR5995 02h 25min	Ryanair		£65 found yesterday

Outbound and return from	41,97 £
Distance	1301 km
Departure airport	Airport London Stansted (STN)
Arrival airport	Airport Madrid Barajas (MAD)
Destination country	Flights to Spain
City-Code - Arrival airport	London - Madrid Barajas
Departure airport - Destination country	London Stansted - Spain

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