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Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from Madrid Airport to Seoul? If you want to travel next month, return fares start from £450. Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.
Seoul.£171 per passenger.Departing Sun, 7 Jun.One-way flight with Wizz Air Malta.Outbound indirect flight with Wizz Air Malta, departs from Madrid on Sun, 7 Jun, arriving in Incheon International.Price includes taxes and charges.From £171, select.
Seoul.£272 per passenger.Departing Wed, 27 May.One-way flight with Hainan Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Hainan Airlines, departs from Madrid on Wed, 27 May, arriving in Incheon International.Price includes taxes and charges.From £272, select.
Seoul.£283 per passenger.Departing Mon, 7 Sep.One-way flight with Sichuan Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Sichuan Airlines, departs from Madrid on Mon, 7 Sep, arriving in Incheon International.Price includes taxes and charges.From £283, select.
Seoul.£289 per passenger.Departing Mon, 31 Aug.One-way flight with Sichuan Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Sichuan Airlines, departs from Madrid on Mon, 31 Aug, arriving in Incheon International.Price includes taxes and charges.From £289, select.
Seoul.£293 per passenger.Departing Thu, 1 Oct.One-way flight with Hainan Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Hainan Airlines, departs from Madrid on Thu, 1 Oct, arriving in Incheon International.Price includes taxes and charges.From £293, select.
Seoul.£294 per passenger.Departing Fri, 6 Nov.One-way flight with Sichuan Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Sichuan Airlines, departs from Madrid on Fri, 6 Nov, arriving in Incheon International.Price includes taxes and charges.From £294, select.
Seoul.£323 per passenger.Departing Sat, 4 Jul.One-way flight with Hainan Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Hainan Airlines, departs from Madrid on Sat, 4 Jul, arriving in Incheon International.Price includes taxes and charges.From £323, select.
Seoul.£342 per passenger.Departing Mon, 7 Dec.One-way flight with Wizz Air Malta.Outbound indirect flight with Wizz Air Malta, departs from Madrid on Mon, 7 Dec, arriving in Incheon International.Price includes taxes and charges.From £342, select.
Seoul.£359 per passenger.Departing Sat, 9 Jan.One-way flight with China Southern.Outbound indirect flight with China Southern, departs from Madrid on Sat, 9 Jan, arriving in Incheon International.Price includes taxes and charges.From £359, select.
Seoul.£382 per passenger.Departing Wed, 3 Feb.One-way flight with Wizz Air UK.Outbound indirect flight with Wizz Air UK, departs from Madrid on Wed, 3 Feb, arriving in Incheon International.Price includes taxes and charges.From £382, select.
Seoul.£383 per passenger.Departing Fri, 2 Apr.One-way flight with Iberia.Outbound indirect flight with Iberia, departs from Madrid on Fri, 2 Apr, arriving in Incheon International.Price includes taxes and charges.From £383, select.
Seoul.£386 per passenger.Departing Mon, 1 Mar.One-way flight with Iberia Express.Outbound indirect flight with Iberia Express, departs from Madrid on Mon, 1 Mar, arriving in Incheon International.Price includes taxes and charges.From £386, select.
Seoul.£402 per passenger.Departing Sat, 15 May.One-way flight with Air China.Outbound indirect flight with Air China, departs from Madrid on Sat, 15 May, arriving in Incheon International.Price includes taxes and charges.From £402, select.
Seoul.£772 per passenger.Departing Thu, 1 Oct.One-way flight with Korean Air.Outbound direct flight with Korean Air departs from Madrid on Thu, 1 Oct, arriving in Incheon International.Price includes taxes and charges.From £772, select.
Seoul.£772 per passenger.Departing Tue, 1 Sep.One-way flight with Korean Air.Outbound direct flight with Korean Air departs from Madrid on Tue, 1 Sep, arriving in Incheon International.Price includes taxes and charges.From £772, select.
Seoul.£772 per passenger.Departing Fri, 20 Nov.One-way flight with Korean Air.Outbound direct flight with Korean Air departs from Madrid on Fri, 20 Nov, arriving in Incheon International.Price includes taxes and charges.From £772, select.

Find the cheapest month to fly from Madrid to Seoul

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Madrid to Seoul flights are currently cheapest in June.
May
from £272
Jun
from £171
Jul
from £323
Aug
from £289
Sep
from £283
Oct
from £293
Nov
from £294
Dec
from £342
Jan
from £359
Feb
from £382
Mar
from £386
Apr
from £383

Direct flights from Madrid to Seoul

Alternative Madrid to Seoul routes

Looking for the cheapest, fastest or easiest route from Madrid to Seoul? You could fly into the following airports instead.

Gimpo International

11 miles from central Seoul
Closest
from £324
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Incheon International

30 miles from central Seoul
Cheapest
from £171
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Madrid to Seoul: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight found£171
Cheapest month to flyJune
Average flight time12 hrs, 50 mins
Most popular airlineAerolíneas Argentinas
Average flights per week46

Finding cheap flights from Madrid to Seoul: Frequently asked questions

There are 2 airports in Seoul: Gimpo International and Incheon International.
The best price we found for a return flight from Madrid to Seoul is £450. 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.
12 hours and 50 minutes is the average flight time from Madrid to Seoul.
Aerolíneas Argentinas, Korean Air and Air Europa fly direct from Madrid to Seoul.
As of May 2026, there are 23 flights per week flying from Madrid to Seoul.
The cheapest month to fly from Madrid to Seoul is usually June.
If you're flying from Madrid Airport, the cheapest airport near Seoul is Incheon International – which is 29.7 miles away from the centre of Seoul. We've found flights into this airport from £450.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Madrid Airport to Seoul on Tuesday, 16 June 2026.
Yes – the average flight time is 12 hours and 50 minutes.
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 Seoul 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.
We crunched all the numbers in our flight calendar and it looks like the cheapest time to book a flight to Seoul is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.
In May, the average temperature is usually around 15°C. August is typically the warmest month in Seoul, when it usually averages around 28°C. You can expect the least rain in January. The coldest month is January, with temperatures averaging -8°C. The rainiest month is July.
Currently, Wizz Air Malta and Korean Air offer the cheapest flight tickets to Seoul.

Flying from Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport (MAD) to Seoul: what you need to know

  • Take a direct flight from Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport to Seoul and you'll be travelling for around 15 hours 10 minutes.

  • Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport is located in Madrid. Following the UTC+9 timezone, Seoul is eight hours ahead of Madrid.

  • The busiest route is from Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport (MAD) to Seoul Incheon International Airport (ICN). Choose from four weekly services between these two airports. Korean Air offers a 20:00 departure between MAD and ICN.

  • For a relaxed start to your MAD to Seoul flight, allow plenty of time for things like check-in and baggage drop. Turning up two hours before international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the standard rule.

  • Travelling over a peak time like July? School holidays and other popular seasons can mean longer lines and delays at security. Play it safe and get there up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours before a domestic departure.

  • Begin your journey at MAD and travel nonstop to Seoul Incheon International Airport (ICN). That's where you can expect to touch down when searching for Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport to Seoul tickets.

  • Look out for promotions from Korean Air. This carrier operates direct flights from Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport to Seoul.

  • Stopovers are the perfect opportunity to break up your trip and perhaps even explore another city. When searching for plane tickets from MAD to Seoul, uncheck the 'Direct flights only' box to see where you can visit along the way. Top options include:

    • Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK)

    • Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG)

    • Munich Franz Joseph Strauss Airport (MUC)

  • The journey from central Madrid to MAD takes around 30 minutes on public transport. If you ride-share, drive or take a taxi, you'll cover the 13 kms (8 miles) in 20 minutes or so, depending on traffic conditions.

  • In search of a hotel near MAD? If you're boarding an early flight from Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport to Seoul, these accommodation options will put you moments from your departure gate:

  • Of the flights that depart from Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport, 77% touch down on time at their destination.

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

  • £171 is currently the best price for a one-way Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport to Seoul flight. Return plane tickets start at £450. These fares can change depending on demand and availability.

  • Don't leave everything to the last minute. You're more likely to find cheap flights from MAD to Seoul if you book ahead. Airlines often offer some amazing early bird deals.

  • If you can be flexible with your travel plans, use the 'Whole month' tool. It'll give you the cheapest price across every month when searching for a Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport to Seoul ticket.

  • Snapping up a cheap flight from MAD to Seoul is easy with Price Alerts. All you need to do is create one of these automatic notifications and we'll let you know as soon as a better deal is available.

  • Tailor your flights with filters. Pick your arrival and departure times, airlines and total journey duration. You can also sort the results by 'Fastest,' 'Best' or 'Cheapest' flights from Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport to Seoul.

Airports in Seoul

Seoul Incheon International Airport (ICN)

  • Seoul Incheon International Airport (ICN) is around 48 kms (30 miles) from the centre of Seoul. If you're catching a taxi or a ride-share, the drive will take roughly 1 hour 5 minutes.

  • If you're taking public transport, expect a journey time of about 50 minutes.

  • Think about booking a hotel near ICN if you have a late flight from Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport to Seoul. Choose one of these accommodation options and make your first night all about catching up on rest:

  • For the best deal, book your vehicle from Seoul Incheon International Airport about four weeks in advance of your flight from MAD to Seoul.

Seoul Gimpo International Airport (GMP)

  • Seoul Gimpo International Airport (GMP) is around 16 kms (10 miles) from central Seoul. After your flight from Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport to Seoul, it'll take you around 30 minutes to reach the heart of the city in a taxi or ride-share.

  • If you travel by public transport, you'll reach the centre in 35 minutes or so.

  • There are some great places to drop your things at near GMP. Unwind and get cosy after your MAD to Seoul flight at any of these well-located options:

  • Secure your first choice, not your last resort. Securing your ride from GMP one week ahead of time often means lower prices and a greater range of vehicles.

Best time to go to Seoul

  • December is the quietest month for flights from Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport to Seoul, while January is the most popular. Work out the ideal time to visit Seoul based on whether you prefer a bustling atmosphere or a more laid-back vibe.

  • Book a Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport to Seoul plane ticket with a departure in August if you're eager to experience the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures to range from 19ºC to 32ºC.

  • If you'd rather travel in cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from MAD to Seoul in January when temperatures average between -12ºC and 4ºC.

More about Seoul

  • Once you've booked your flight from Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport to Seoul, find a hotel that keeps you close to what you want to see. Make one of these options your base for exploring Seoul:

  • There are so many things to see and do in this city it can be tricky to know where to begin. Bukchon Hanok Village, Gyeongbokgung Palace and N Seoul Tower are top sights which should be on any good Seoul itinerary.

Explore more of South Korea

  • You've seen Seoul, now it's time to discover other parts of South Korea. Journey about 322 kms (200 miles) southeast to Busan to check off its top attractions. From Gamcheon Culture Village to Haeundae Beach and Beautiful View Busan - Diamond Bridge, you'll have a packed itinerary ahead.

  • Daegu is another well-known destination in South Korea and is around 241 kms (150 miles) southeast of Seoul. No journey is complete without visiting Alive Aquarium Daegu, Nature Park and Seonsa Historical Park.

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