Cheap Flights from Belfast to Madrid

This information is correct as of June 2016

Airlines that fly from Belfast to Madrid

There are currently no direct flights from either of Belfast's airports to Madrid. Indirect flights are available through KLM via Amsterdam and British Airways/Iberia with a stopover at London Heathrow.

An alternative option is to book flights from Dublin to Madrid.

Terminal Information – Departing

This is only a guideline. Always check your boarding pass for up-to-date terminal information.

Connecting flights to Madrid usually depart from George Best Belfast City Airport. The airport has one terminal. Although it's small it's fully functional with a good range of places to eat and drink. There's an O'Briens Sandwich Bar for a quick bite, a Harvest Market for something more substantial, and the Bushmills Bar for pub grub. There's also a Costa and an Espression Lavazza if you need a caffeine hit. Shops include House of Ireland, Boots, WH Smith and World Duty Free. Free Wi-Fi is available throughout the terminal. Passengers flying business class with British Airways can use the BA Lounge, while everyone else can check into the Aspire Lounge for a fee.

Terminal Information – Arriving

Adolfo Suárez Madrid-Barajas Airport is huge. It's well served by public transport and there are plenty of signposts to keep you on the right track. Metro stations are available in each terminal. Underground trains take about 15 minutes to reach Nuevos Ministerios train station in the city centre, and from here you can hop on another line to reach your destination. It's a good idea to plan your route before arriving at the airport so that you don't get lost or confused. Buses from the airport include line 203 to Atocha train station, line 200 to Avenida de America transport hub and line 101 to Canillejas transport hub. Metered cabs are available. Note that fares are higher during evenings, weekends and public holidays. Another option is car hire from Madrid Airport, a great option if you want to explore outside the city.

Practical Information

You need a valid passport to fly to Madrid from Belfast. We recommend arriving at the airport at least 90 minutes before scheduled departure: earlier if you have luggage to check in.

What to expect in Madrid

Madrid is one hour ahead of Belfast and the currency is the Euro (€). Although most people can speak English, Spanish is a lot more common in the country's capital. We recommend learning a few key phrases before you travel, or make sure you have a good translate app on your phone. Madrid is warmer than Belfast, especially during summer when temperatures can soar to 33°C. It can be quite chilly during winter, although it's generally more sunny than Belfast so you'll still get your vitamin D fix. Prices in Madrid are generally lower than in Belfast, although not by much. Although it's not a cheap holiday destination you can still save money: especially if you read our Top 11 Things to do in Madrid on a Budget.

Our Local's Guide to Madrid has plenty of top tips, too.

*Prices subject to change