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Flight deals from Madrid to Cardiff

Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from Madrid Airport to Cardiff Airport? If you want to travel next month, return fares start from £100. Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.

Cardiff.£35 per passenger.Departing Sun, 13 Dec.One-way flight with Ryanair.Outbound indirect flight with Ryanair, departs from Madrid on Sun, 13 Dec, arriving in Cardiff.Price includes taxes and charges.From £35, select.

Cardiff.£44 per passenger.Departing Sun, 29 Nov.One-way flight with Ryanair.Outbound indirect flight with Ryanair, departs from Madrid on Sun, 29 Nov, arriving in Cardiff.Price includes taxes and charges.From £44, select.

Cardiff.£59 per passenger.Departing Tue, 20 Oct.One-way flight with Ryanair.Outbound indirect flight with Ryanair, departs from Madrid on Tue, 20 Oct, arriving in Cardiff.Price includes taxes and charges.From £59, select.

Cardiff.£63 per passenger.Departing Sat, 9 Jan.One-way flight with Iberia.Outbound indirect flight with Iberia, departs from Madrid on Sat, 9 Jan, arriving in Cardiff.Price includes taxes and charges.From £63, select.

Cardiff.£68 per passenger.Departing Fri, 26 Feb.One-way flight with Iberia.Outbound indirect flight with Iberia, departs from Madrid on Fri, 26 Feb, arriving in Cardiff.Price includes taxes and charges.From £68, select.

Cardiff.£83 per passenger.Departing Fri, 17 Sep.One-way flight with Ryanair.Outbound indirect flight with Ryanair, departs from Madrid on Fri, 17 Sep, arriving in Cardiff.Price includes taxes and charges.From £83, select.

Cardiff.£85 per passenger.Departing Sat, 8 May.One-way flight with Iberia.Outbound indirect flight with Iberia, departs from Madrid on Sat, 8 May, arriving in Cardiff.Price includes taxes and charges.From £85, select.

Cardiff.£85 per passenger.Departing Sat, 13 Mar.One-way flight with Iberia.Outbound indirect flight with Iberia, departs from Madrid on Sat, 13 Mar, arriving in Cardiff.Price includes taxes and charges.From £85, select.

Cardiff.£97 per passenger.Departing Thu, 3 Jun.One-way flight with Iberia.Outbound indirect flight with Iberia, departs from Madrid on Thu, 3 Jun, arriving in Cardiff.Price includes taxes and charges.From £97, select.

Cardiff.£107 per passenger.Departing Fri, 9 Jul.One-way flight with Iberia Express.Outbound indirect flight with Iberia Express, departs from Madrid on Fri, 9 Jul, arriving in Cardiff.Price includes taxes and charges.From £107, select.

Cardiff.£117 per passenger.Departing Mon, 9 Aug.One-way flight with Iberia Express.Outbound indirect flight with Iberia Express, departs from Madrid on Mon, 9 Aug, arriving in Cardiff.Price includes taxes and charges.From £117, select.

What’s the cheapest month to fly from Madrid Airport to Cardiff Airport?

Right now, flights from Madrid Airport to Cardiff Airport are cheapest in December, with prices from £35. That's £82 less than you’d pay in August.

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Cheapest month:December

Most expensive month:August

When’s the best time to visit Cardiff?

We analysed thousands of flight and hotel prices, plus a whole heap of weather data, to show you what Cardiff is typically like each month. If you're after a great deal, November currently has the lowest return flights from £100. But if you're searching for sunshine, July and August are the warmest months, with average temperatures of 14°C - 20°C.

October

Temperature10°C - 15°C

RainfallWet

(121–250mm)

Cheapest return flight£106

Cheapest 3-star hotel£68

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November

Temperature7°C - 11°C

RainfallWet

(121–250mm)

Cheapest return flight£100

Cheapest 3-star hotel£67

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December

Temperature5°C - 9°C

RainfallWet

(121–250mm)

Cheapest return flight£116

Cheapest 3-star hotel£55

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January

Temperature3°C - 7°C

RainfallModerate

(61–120mm)

Cheapest return flight£126

Cheapest 3-star hotel£47

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February

Temperature4°C - 9°C

RainfallModerate

(61–120mm)

Cheapest return flight£156

Cheapest 3-star hotel£60

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March

Temperature5°C - 10°C

RainfallModerate

(61–120mm)

Cheapest return flight£165

Cheapest 3-star hotel£65

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April

Temperature6°C - 12°C

RainfallModerate

(61–120mm)

Cheapest return flight£194

Cheapest 3-star hotel£75

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May

Temperature9°C - 16°C

RainfallModerate

(61–120mm)

Cheapest return flight£166

Cheapest 3-star hotel£81

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June

Temperature12°C - 19°C

RainfallModerate

(61–120mm)

Cheapest return flight£169

Cheapest 3-star hotel£63

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July

Temperature14°C - 20°C

RainfallModerate

(61–120mm)

Cheapest return flight£214

Cheapest 3-star hotel£77

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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 found	£35
Cheapest month to fly	December

Finding cheap flights from Madrid to Cardiff: Frequently asked questions

How much are return flights from Madrid to Cardiff?

The best price we found for a return flight from Madrid to Cardiff is £93. 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.

Which airlines fly direct from Madrid to Cardiff?

Currently, there are no airlines that fly direct from Madrid to Cardiff. But we found flights with one or more stops from £93.

How many flights are there a week from Madrid to Cardiff?

As of October 2026, there are no flights flying from Madrid to Cardiff.

When is the cheapest time to fly from Madrid to Cardiff?

The cheapest month to fly from Madrid to Cardiff is usually November.

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

After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Madrid Airport to Cardiff Airport on Thursday, 26 November 2026.

Can I get a direct flight from Madrid Airport to Cardiff Airport?

No airlines currently offer direct flights between Madrid Airport and Cardiff Airport. Most routes have one or more stops.

How can I find the best flight deal to Cardiff?

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.

When is the best time to book flights to Cardiff?

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.

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

Currently, Ryanair offers the cheapest flight tickets to Cardiff.

Flying from Madrid Airport (MAD) to Cardiff Airport (CWL): what you need to know

Cardiff is one hour behind Madrid and is in the UTC+0 timezone.
Your MAD to CWL flight won't wait if you're running 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.
During popular months such as July, it's a good idea to get to the airport earlier than usual. Plan to arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead of international flights when you travel during peak periods in general.
If you'd like to split up your journey, simply deselect 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Madrid Airport to Cardiff Airport. Here are the most popular stopovers between MAD and CWL:
- Dublin Airport
- Malaga Airport
- Alicante Airport

How to find the cheapest flights from Madrid Airport (MAD) to Cardiff Airport (CWL)

£35 is the lowest price for a one-way Madrid Airport to Cardiff Airport flight. Return flights start from £93. These fares can change based on demand.
Don't leave everything to the last moment. You're more likely to get cheap tickets from MAD to CWL if you book ahead. Airlines often have some terrific early bird discounts.
Getting cheap flights from Madrid Airport to Cardiff Airport is easier if you're flexible with your trip dates. Use the 'Whole month' function to see the best prices across each month and score a great deal.
There's no need to check every day to see if fares have dropped when you create a Price Alert. We'll send you an update as soon as a special offer becomes available on cheap flights from MAD to CWL.
Choose your preferred arrival and departure times, number of stops and airlines with the filters. Or sort your results by 'Cheapest' to get the best deals on flights from Madrid Airport to Cardiff Airport.

Handy information about Madrid Airport (MAD)

When it comes to Madrid Airport's on-time performance, 77% of flights meet their scheduled arrival time.
To reach Madrid Airport from central Madrid, it takes around 20 minutes if you're planning to drive. This depends on traffic though. It's approximately 13 kms (8 miles) from the airport to the city centre.
You can expect a journey time of roughly 30 minutes when using public transport.
Get your journey off to a stress-free start by staying near MAD. Whether you have an early flight from Madrid Airport to Cardiff Airport or want to avoid feeling rushed, these hotels have you covered:

Arriving at Cardiff Airport (CWL)

If you have a late Madrid Airport to Cardiff Airport flight, nothing tops the convenience of staying near the terminal. Pick up your bags from the carousel and then be resting soon after at one of these hotels near CWL:
Grab a Cardiff Airport rental car and explore Cardiff and beyond with your own wheels. Europcar, Keddy By Europcar and Enterprise are top outlets to choose from here.
Booking your vehicle from Cardiff Airport around four weeks ahead gives you the best chance of locking in a great deal.

Getting from Cardiff Airport (CWL) to central Cardiff

From Cardiff Airport, Cardiff is approximately 19 kms (12 miles) away. It takes around 25 minutes to reach the centre driving.
It takes around 40 minutes if you're travelling by public transport.

When to fly to Cardiff Airport (CWL)

The quietest month for a flight from Madrid Airport to Cardiff Airport is November, while June is the most popular. Pick the best time to go to Cardiff based on whether you prefer a more relaxed vibe or a faster pace.
Book your flight from Madrid Airport to Cardiff Airport for July if you'd like to visit Cardiff during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures of between 11ºC and 22ºC.
Search for cheap tickets from MAD to CWL in January if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 0ºC and 9ºC on average.

Explore more of the United Kingdom

You've done Cardiff, now it's time to explore more of the United Kingdom. Journey around 209 kms (130 miles) east to London to check off its must-visit sights. From The British Museum to Westminster Abbey and Big Ben, there's plenty to keep you on the go.
If you're interested in discovering another major stop in the United Kingdom, consider Manchester, roughly 225 kms (140 miles) north of Cardiff. Manchester United Museum & Stadium Tour, The Homes of Football and Museum of Science and Industry are key highlights.