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Cheapest return flight
173 €
Typical prices: 211 €-337 €
Iberia
Fri 30.11.Fri 7.12.
FRA - MAD • Direct
Cheapest one-way flight
88 €
Typical prices: 128 €-242 €
Multiple Airlines
Mon 29.10.
FRA - MAD • 1 stop
Direct flights
You can fly direct with Lufthansa, Iberia, and Air Europa. Average duration is 2h 46m
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Avoid delays
Most punctual • 94% on-time
Best time • Fewest delays
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When to book
in advance
Our data shows that travellers who book at least 24 weeks in advance save around 15% compared to booking last minute.
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When to travel
Cheapest • 29% price drop
Most popular
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Top stopover airports
Cheapest • Avg 243 € (return)
Shortest trip • 4h 59m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Frankfurt to Madrid (FRA-MAD)

 
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Recent return flight deals from Frankfurt to Madrid

Mon, 30. Nov - Mon, 7. Dec
Iberia Logo
19:35 - 22:25FRA  Frankfurt am Main-MAD Madrid Barajas
2h 50mdirect
Iberia Logo
19:50 - 22:35MAD  Madrid Barajas-FRA Frankfurt am Main
2h 45mdirect
173 €Iberia
Mon, 30. Nov - Mon, 7. Dec
Lufthansa Logo
21:15 - 23:55FRA  Frankfurt am Main-MAD Madrid Barajas
2h 40mdirect
Lufthansa Logo
8:35 - 11:05MAD  Madrid Barajas-FRA Frankfurt am Main
2h 30mdirect
173 €Lufthansa
Tue, 15. Dec - Tue, 22. Dec
Lufthansa Logo
9:55 - 12:35FRA  Frankfurt am Main-MAD Madrid Barajas
2h 40mdirect
Lufthansa Logo
6:05 - 8:35MAD  Madrid Barajas-FRA Frankfurt am Main
2h 30mdirect
173 €Lufthansa
Sun, 6. Dec - Sun, 13. Dec
Multiple Airlines Logo
12:10 - 15:00FRA  Frankfurt am Main-MAD Madrid Barajas
2h 50mdirect
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9:55 - 19:30MAD  Madrid Barajas-FRA Frankfurt am Main
9h 35m1 stop Milan Malpensa
173 €Multiple Airlines
Sat, 21. Nov - Tue, 24. Nov
Multiple Airlines Logo
11:20 - 18:45FRA  Frankfurt am Main-MAD Madrid Barajas
7h 25m1 stop Zurich
Multiple Airlines Logo
6:05 - 8:35MAD  Madrid Barajas-FRA Frankfurt am Main
2h 30mdirect
173 €Multiple Airlines
Mon, 30. Nov - Mon, 7. Dec
Iberia Logo
19:35 - 22:25FRA  Frankfurt am Main-MAD Madrid Barajas
2h 50mdirect
Iberia Logo
19:50 - 22:35MAD  Madrid Barajas-FRA Frankfurt am Main
2h 45mdirect
174 €Iberia
Tue, 17. Nov - Sat, 21. Nov
Air Europa Logo
10:45 - 13:35FRA  Frankfurt am Main-MAD Madrid Barajas
2h 50mdirect
Air Europa Logo
7:00 - 9:45MAD  Madrid Barajas-FRA Frankfurt am Main
2h 45mdirect
175 €Air Europa
Thu, 3. Dec - Tue, 8. Dec
KLM Logo
10:15 - 16:05FRA  Frankfurt am Main-MAD Madrid Barajas
5h 50m1 stop Amsterdam Schiphol
KLM Logo
13:05 - 22:25MAD  Madrid Barajas-FRA Frankfurt am Main
9h 20m1 stop Amsterdam Schiphol
175 €KLM
Tue, 17. Nov - Sat, 21. Nov
Air Europa Logo
10:45 - 13:35FRA  Frankfurt am Main-MAD Madrid Barajas
2h 50mdirect
Air Europa Logo
7:00 - 9:45MAD  Madrid Barajas-FRA Frankfurt am Main
2h 45mdirect
176 €Air Europa
Thu, 10. Dec - Sun, 13. Dec
KLM Logo
10:15 - 16:05FRA  Frankfurt am Main-MAD Madrid Barajas
5h 50m1 stop Amsterdam Schiphol
KLM Logo
6:05 - 11:10MAD  Madrid Barajas-FRA Frankfurt am Main
5h 05m1 stop Amsterdam Schiphol
177 €KLM
Booking Insights

Price, demand, and travel trends for Frankfurt am Main Airport to Madrid flights

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How much is a return flight from Frankfurt am Main Airport to Madrid?

Return flights from Frankfurt am Main Airport to Madrid typically range from 211 € to 337 €. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was 173 € on Iberia.

What's the cheapest day of the week to fly from Frankfurt am Main Airport to Madrid?

Based on deals KAYAK users found in the last 12 months, Tuesday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Frankfurt am Main Airport to Madrid. It’s 7% cheaper than the average day, while Friday is the most expensive, with prices 8% higher.

What is the cheapest month to fly from Frankfurt am Main Airport to Madrid?

•January is the cheapest month to fly from Frankfurt am Main Airport to Madrid at 186 € return.
•December (317 €) and October (299 €) are the most expensive months.
•The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 70% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

When are flights from Frankfurt am Main Airport to Madrid the cheapest?

Flights from Frankfurt am Main Airport to Madrid are cheapest 24 weeks before departure. Booking in this window typically costs about 15% less than the average last-minute fare (within 2 weeks of the flight), based on KAYAK data.

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Expert advice for your flight from Frankfurt to Madrid

 
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Key details for Frankfurt am Main Airport to Madrid flights

Low season

January

Cheapest flight

88 €
Beat the crowds with an average 25% drop in traveller numbers.
The most popular month to fly with an average 31% increase in traveller numbers.
One-way flight from Frankfurt am Main Airport to Madrid

When to book flights from Frankfurt to Madrid

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Frankfurt to Madrid based on our flight data from the last year. Discover the cheapest month and even day to fly.
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Your Frankfurt am Main Airport to Madrid flight questions, answered

Find helpful answers about this route, including flight times, airports, airlines, and booking tips.

  • What are the earliest and latest flights from Frankfurt am Main Airport to Madrid?

    These are the earliest and latest flight times available from Frankfurt am Main Airport to Madrid:

    • Earliest: departs at 6:30 and lands at 9:16
    • Latest: departs at 21:15 and lands at 0:01.

    The flight takes about 2h 46m.

  • Which cabin classes can I book on flights from Frankfurt am Main Airport to Madrid?

    Two cabin classes are available on flights from Frankfurt am Main Airport to Madrid:

    • Economy class
    • Business Class

  • How long is a flight from Frankfurt am Main Airport to Madrid?

    A direct flight from Frankfurt am Main Airport to Madrid takes 2h 46m, covering 2.286 km.

  • Do I need a passport to fly from Frankfurt am Main Airport to Madrid?

    Yes, a valid passport is required for this international route. Many destinations require at least six months of validity beyond your travel dates. Check your passport expiry well before booking.

  • How much should I expect to pay for a Frankfurt am Main Airport to Madrid flight?

    Return flights from Frankfurt am Main Airport to Madrid range from 211 € to 337 €, with an average of 261 € over the past 12 months. Anything below 211 € counts as a good deal.

  • How expensive are last-minute Frankfurt am Main Airport to Madrid flights?

    Last-minute fares on this route (booked within two weeks of departure) run 9% above the 261 € route average. Book 24 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

  • How much can I save by having a stopover when flying from Frankfurt am Main Airport to Madrid?

    On this route, stopover flights are cheaper than direct options on average. Stopover fares average 243 € return via Rome Fiumicino (FCO), compared with 260 € for direct.

  • How does on-time performance compare across airlines flying from Frankfurt am Main Airport to Madrid?

    Air Europa is slightly above the route average for timely arrivals, while Iberia has a lower on-time arrival rate. On-time arrival rates on Frankfurt am Main Airport to Madrid flights are:

    • Air Europa: 94% on time
    • Iberia: 90% on time
    • Lufthansa: 84% on time

    On average, flights on this route are punctual 89% of the time.

  • What is the standard checked bag allowance on flights from Frankfurt am Main Airport to Madrid?

    There is no standard. Checked bag policies vary by airline on this route. Most carriers charge 21 €–89 € for the first checked bag in Economy. Premium fares and elite status bookings typically include a free checked bag.

  • Which aircraft model is used most often on flights from Frankfurt am Main Airport to Madrid?

    The Boeing 737 MAX 8 family is used most often on this route, operated mainly by Air Europa. Other aircraft seen on the route include Canadair (Bombardier) Regional Jet 1000 variants.

  • How are flight departures from Frankfurt am Main Airport to Madrid spread across the day?

    Morning is the busiest departure period on Frankfurt am Main Airport to Madrid flights, with 38% leaving in that window. Afternoon departures account for 25%, Evening flights for 25%, and Night flights for 12%.

  • How are flight prices from Frankfurt am Main Airport to Madrid looking right now?

    One-way fares from Frankfurt am Main Airport to Madrid are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about 100 €, which is 42% below the typical average for this route.

  • Which car hire options are available at Madrid Barajas Airport (MAD)?

    Madrid Barajas Airport (MAD) hosts 5 major car rental companies, with daily rates starting from around 2 € for economy cars. Top options include:

    • Record go
    • Goldcar Rental SP
    • CLICK RENT
    • Centauro
    • Alamo

  • Which airports can I use when flying from Frankfurt am Main Airport to Madrid?

    Flights from Frankfurt am Main Airport to Madrid usually depart from Frankfurt am Main (FRA) and arrive at Madrid Barajas (MAD).

  • What time of day has the fewest delays on flights from Frankfurt am Main Airport to Madrid?

    Morning flights have the fewest delays on this route, while afternoon departures tend to have the most.

  • At what point is a flight considered delayed on the route from Frankfurt am Main Airport to Madrid?

    A flight is considered delayed when it departs 15 minutes or more after its scheduled time. This is the standard used by the US Department of Transportation and most airline industry reporting. On the Frankfurt am Main Airport to Madrid route, 11% of flights were delayed in the past three months, with delays averaging 1h 59m.

  • Which airports do connecting flights from Frankfurt am Main Airport to Madrid pass through?

    One-stop flights from Frankfurt am Main Airport to Madrid most commonly connect through:

    • Amsterdam Schiphol (AMS) – 50% of one-stop connections
    • Paris Charles de Gaulle (CDG) – 13% of one-stop connections
    • Belgrade Nikola Tesla (BEG) – 8% of one-stop connections
    • Brussels Bruxelles-National (BRU) – 8% of one-stop connections

  • Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from Frankfurt am Main Airport to Madrid?

    Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 14% on flights from Frankfurt am Main Airport to Madrid. Tuesday is the cheapest departure day at 243 € return on average, while Friday is the most expensive at 283 €, a difference of 39 €.

    KAYAK's flexible dates feature shows options up to three days before and after your selected dates, making it easier to compare nearby fares.

  • Which airlines fly from Frankfurt am Main Airport to Madrid?

    3 airlines operate flights between Frankfurt am Main Airport and Madrid. The airlines offering direct flights on this route include:

    • Lufthansa
    • Iberia
    • Air Europa

  • How much time can I save by choosing a different stopover airport from Frankfurt am Main Airport to Madrid?

    Flying via Palma de Mallorca Son Sant Joan (PMI) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time of 4h 59m, compared to 5h 44m via Milan Linate (LIN) and 5h 59m via London Heathrow (LHR).

  • What popular places can I visit in Madrid?

    Some of the most popular sights in Madrid are IFEMA - Feria de Madrid, Estado Santiago Bernabéu, and Plaza Mayor. These are among the most viewed places in Madrid on KAYAK.

  • Which airlines offer extra legroom and free seat selection on Frankfurt am Main Airport to Madrid flights?

    Among airlines operating Frankfurt am Main Airport to Madrid flights:

    • Air Europa: offers extra legroom; offers free seat selection
    • Iberia: offers free seat selection

    Extra legroom and free seat selection availability depends on fare class and route.

  • Which airlines include bags at no extra cost on Frankfurt am Main Airport to Madrid flights?

    Here are some options for this route, based on selected ticket types and cabin classes:

    • Lufthansa: a cabin bag and a checked bag in Economy class
    • Air Europa: a cabin bag and a checked bag in Economy class
    • Iberia: a cabin bag and a checked bag in Economy class

    Baggage allowance can vary by ticket type, cabin class, route, and airline, so always check the fare details before booking.

Your guide to booking Frankfurt am Main Airport to Madrid flights

Get tips on when to book, when to fly, and what to know before your trip.
  • If your dates are flexible, aim for a Tuesday departure and avoid flying on Friday. On this route, Tuesday flights average 243 €, about 39 € less than Friday fares (14% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • For the best chance at a low fare, aim to book around 24 weeks before you fly. On this route, that window historically saves about 15% versus last-minute pricing (KAYAK booking data, last 12 months).
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Frankfurt am Main Airport to Madrid trip for January. Fares historically average 186 € return in that month – typically 131 € less than the most expensive month, which is December (based on the last 12 months).
  • For the best chance of arriving on time, fly with Air Europa. Over the past three months, 94% of Air Europa flights from Frankfurt am Main Airport to Madrid arrived on time, slightly above the route average of 89%. When flights on this route arrive late, they're delayed by an average of 1h 59m, so choosing an airline with strong on-time performance can make a difference if you're on a tight schedule.
  • If you have the time, taking a 1-stop flight through Rome Fiumicino Airport (FCO) can be cheaper than flying direct. The cheapest stopover option averages 243 € return on this route – about 17 € less than direct flights (based on the last 12 months).
  • If you're arriving late at night and need somewhere to stay, check out these hotels close to Madrid Barajas Airport.

    • Senator Barajas Hotel
    • Hotel Madrid Alameda Aeropuerto, Affiliated by Meliá
    • Melia Madrid Barajas

Prefer to fly direct from Frankfurt am Main to Madrid Barajas?

 
Find which airlines fly direct from Frankfurt am Main Airport to Madrid Barajas Airport, which days they fly and book direct flights.

Direct departures

Frankfurt am Main to Madrid Barajas

Monday

Air Europa,Iberia,Lufthansa

Air Europa,Iberia, +1 more

Tuesday

Air Europa,Iberia,Lufthansa

Air Europa,Iberia, +1 more

Wednesday

Air Europa,Iberia,Lufthansa

Air Europa,Iberia, +1 more

Thursday

Air Europa,Iberia,Lufthansa

Air Europa,Iberia, +1 more

Friday

Air Europa,Iberia,Lufthansa

Air Europa,Iberia, +1 more

Saturday

Air Europa,Iberia,Lufthansa

Air Europa,Iberia, +1 more

Sunday

Air Europa,Iberia,Lufthansa

Air Europa,Iberia, +1 more

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Direct returns

Madrid Barajas to Frankfurt am Main

Monday

Air Europa,Iberia,Lufthansa

Air Europa,Iberia, +1 more

Tuesday

Air Europa,Iberia,Lufthansa

Air Europa,Iberia, +1 more

Wednesday

Air Europa,Iberia,Lufthansa

Air Europa,Iberia, +1 more

Thursday

Air Europa,Iberia,Lufthansa

Air Europa,Iberia, +1 more

Friday

Air Europa,Iberia,Lufthansa

Air Europa,Iberia, +1 more

Saturday

Air Europa,Iberia,Lufthansa

Air Europa,Iberia, +1 more

Sunday

Air Europa,Iberia,Lufthansa

Air Europa,Iberia, +1 more

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