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Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from London Gatwick Airport to Madrid Airport? If you want to travel next month, return fares start from $93. Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.

Madrid.$93 per passenger.Departing Mon, 21 Sep, returning Tue, 22 Sep.Return flight with easyJet.Outbound direct flight with easyJet departs from London Gatwick on Mon, 21 Sep, arriving in Madrid.Inbound direct flight with easyJet departs from Madrid on Tue, 22 Sep, arriving in London Gatwick.Price includes taxes and charges.From $93, select.

Madrid.$95 per passenger.Departing Tue, 22 Sep, returning Tue, 20 Oct.Return flight with easyJet.Outbound direct flight with easyJet departs from London Gatwick on Tue, 22 Sep, arriving in Madrid.Inbound direct flight with easyJet departs from Madrid on Tue, 20 Oct, arriving in London Gatwick.Price includes taxes and charges.From $95, select.

Madrid.$103 per passenger.Departing Tue, 22 Sep, returning Thu, 10 Dec.Return flight with easyJet.Outbound direct flight with easyJet departs from London Gatwick on Tue, 22 Sep, arriving in Madrid.Inbound direct flight with easyJet departs from Madrid on Thu, 10 Dec, arriving in London Gatwick.Price includes taxes and charges.From $103, select.

Madrid.$103 per passenger.Departing Mon, 28 Sep, returning Sun, 8 Nov.Return flight with easyJet.Outbound direct flight with easyJet departs from London Gatwick on Mon, 28 Sep, arriving in Madrid.Inbound direct flight with easyJet departs from Madrid on Sun, 8 Nov, arriving in London Gatwick.Price includes taxes and charges.From $103, select.

Madrid.$112 per passenger.Departing Thu, 1 Oct, returning Fri, 2 Oct.Return flight with easyJet.Outbound direct flight with easyJet departs from London Gatwick on Thu, 1 Oct, arriving in Madrid.Inbound direct flight with easyJet departs from Madrid on Fri, 2 Oct, arriving in London Gatwick.Price includes taxes and charges.From $112, select.

Madrid.$120 per passenger.Departing Wed, 28 Oct, returning Thu, 26 Nov.Return flight with easyJet.Outbound direct flight with easyJet departs from London Gatwick on Wed, 28 Oct, arriving in Madrid.Inbound direct flight with easyJet departs from Madrid on Thu, 26 Nov, arriving in London Gatwick.Price includes taxes and charges.From $120, select.

Madrid.$120 per passenger.Departing Sun, 4 Oct, returning Tue, 15 Dec.Return flight with easyJet.Outbound direct flight with easyJet departs from London Gatwick on Sun, 4 Oct, arriving in Madrid.Inbound direct flight with easyJet departs from Madrid on Tue, 15 Dec, arriving in London Gatwick.Price includes taxes and charges.From $120, select.

Madrid.$121 per passenger.Departing Sun, 1 Nov, returning Thu, 12 Nov.Return flight with easyJet.Outbound direct flight with easyJet departs from London Gatwick on Sun, 1 Nov, arriving in Madrid.Inbound direct flight with easyJet departs from Madrid on Thu, 12 Nov, arriving in London Gatwick.Price includes taxes and charges.From $121, select.

Madrid.$124 per passenger.Departing Tue, 24 Nov, returning Sun, 6 Dec.Return flight with easyJet.Outbound direct flight with easyJet departs from London Gatwick on Tue, 24 Nov, arriving in Madrid.Inbound direct flight with easyJet departs from Madrid on Sun, 6 Dec, arriving in London Gatwick.Price includes taxes and charges.From $124, select.

Madrid.$126 per passenger.Departing Tue, 1 Dec, returning Tue, 8 Dec.Return flight with easyJet.Outbound direct flight with easyJet departs from London Gatwick on Tue, 1 Dec, arriving in Madrid.Inbound direct flight with easyJet departs from Madrid on Tue, 8 Dec, arriving in London Gatwick.Price includes taxes and charges.From $126, select.

Madrid.$139 per passenger.Departing Sun, 1 Nov, returning Tue, 27 Apr.Return flight with easyJet and Iberia.Outbound direct flight with easyJet departs from London Gatwick on Sun, 1 Nov, arriving in Madrid.Inbound direct flight with Iberia departs from Madrid on Tue, 27 Apr, arriving in London Gatwick.Price includes taxes and charges.From $139, select.

Madrid.$141 per passenger.Departing Tue, 23 Feb, returning Wed, 17 Mar.Return flight with easyJet.Outbound direct flight with easyJet departs from London Gatwick on Tue, 23 Feb, arriving in Madrid.Inbound direct flight with easyJet departs from Madrid on Wed, 17 Mar, arriving in London Gatwick.Price includes taxes and charges.From $141, select.

Madrid.$141 per passenger.Departing Mon, 21 Sep, returning Mon, 31 May.Return flight with easyJet.Outbound direct flight with easyJet departs from London Gatwick on Mon, 21 Sep, arriving in Madrid.Inbound direct flight with easyJet departs from Madrid on Mon, 31 May, arriving in London Gatwick.Price includes taxes and charges.From $141, select.

Madrid.$144 per passenger.Departing Sun, 15 Nov, returning Tue, 23 Mar.Return flight with easyJet.Outbound direct flight with easyJet departs from London Gatwick on Sun, 15 Nov, arriving in Madrid.Inbound direct flight with easyJet departs from Madrid on Tue, 23 Mar, arriving in London Gatwick.Price includes taxes and charges.From $144, select.

Madrid.$149 per passenger.Departing Mon, 21 Sep, returning Tue, 1 Jun.Return flight with easyJet.Outbound direct flight with easyJet departs from London Gatwick on Mon, 21 Sep, arriving in Madrid.Inbound direct flight with easyJet departs from Madrid on Tue, 1 Jun, arriving in London Gatwick.Price includes taxes and charges.From $149, select.

Madrid.$151 per passenger.Departing Tue, 27 Oct, returning Fri, 15 Jan.Return flight with easyJet.Outbound direct flight with easyJet departs from London Gatwick on Tue, 27 Oct, arriving in Madrid.Inbound direct flight with easyJet departs from Madrid on Fri, 15 Jan, arriving in London Gatwick.Price includes taxes and charges.From $151, select.

Find the cheapest month to fly from London Gatwick to Madrid

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like London Gatwick to Madrid flights are currently cheapest in September.

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London Gatwick to Madrid: Alternative routes

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London to Madrid: Flight information

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Cheapest flight found	$93
Cheapest month to fly	September
Average flight time	2 hrs, 30 mins
Most popular airline	Iberia
Average flights per week	93

Finding cheap flights from London Gatwick to Madrid: Frequently asked questions

How much are return flights from London Gatwick to Madrid?

The best price we found for a return flight from London Gatwick to Madrid 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.

How long does it take to fly from London Gatwick to Madrid?

2 hours and 30 minutes is the average flight time from London Gatwick to Madrid.

Which airlines fly direct from London Gatwick to Madrid?

Iberia, easyJet and Vueling Airlines fly direct from London Gatwick to Madrid.

How many flights are there a week from London Gatwick to Madrid?

As of August 2026, there are 92 flights per week flying from London Gatwick to Madrid.

When is the cheapest time to fly from London Gatwick to Madrid?

The cheapest month to fly from London Gatwick to Madrid is usually September.

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

After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from London Gatwick Airport to Madrid Airport on Monday, 21 September 2026.

Can I get a direct flight from London Gatwick Airport to Madrid Airport?

Yes – the average flight time is 2 hours and 30 minutes.

How can I find the best flight deal to Madrid?

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 Madrid 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 Madrid?

We crunched all the numbers in our flight calendar and it looks like the cheapest time to book a flight to Madrid is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.

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

Currently, easyJet offers the cheapest flight tickets to Madrid.

Flying from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Madrid Airport (MAD): what you need to know

Hop on a direct flight from London Gatwick Airport to Madrid Airport and you'll be in the air for an average of 2 hours 30 minutes.
The timezone in Madrid is UTC+1, which is one hour ahead of London.
Flights from LGW to MAD start from 06:00 — the earliest with easyJet. The last service of the day is at 20:40 with Iberia. In total, you can take your pick of 37 weekly London Gatwick Airport to Madrid Airport flights.
Your LGW to MAD flight won't wait if you're late, so don't forget to check in on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead for international travel.
During popular months like August, you'll want to get to the airport even earlier. Plan to arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead for international flights whenever you're flying during a peak period in general.
With direct flights from London Gatwick Airport to Madrid Airport available through various airlines, flying to Madrid (and then other parts of Spain) is a snap. You can travel nonstop with these carriers:
The airline with the highest number of bookings on this route is Air Europa.
Air Europa is the most punctual carrier operating LGW to MAD flights. An exceptional 94.21% of its services on this route arrive on time.
Think about adding a stopover when booking your ticket from London Gatwick Airport to Madrid Airport. Simply deselect 'Direct flights only' to break up your journey, or perhaps see a new city along the way. Here's where you can stop between LGW and MAD:
- Barcelona Airport
- Bilbao Airport
- Asturias Airport

How to find the cheapest flights from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Madrid Airport (MAD)

$34 is currently the lowest price for a one-way London Gatwick Airport to Madrid Airport flight. Return flights start from $93. These fares can change based on availability and demand.
Get cheap tickets from LGW to MAD by booking at least six months ahead. Based on our research, that's the sweet spot for picking up a bargain.
November is the cheapest month for flights from London Gatwick Airport to Madrid Airport. If you prefer to fly at a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will give you the lowest prices for every month.
Picking up cheap flights from LGW to MAD is a piece of cake with Price Alerts. Simply set up one of these automatic alerts and we'll get in touch when fares go down.
Choose your ideal arrival and departure times, airlines and number of stops with the filters. Or sort your results by 'Cheapest' to see the best deals on flights from London Gatwick Airport to Madrid Airport.

Handy information about London Gatwick Airport (LGW)

82% of flights leaving London Gatwick Airport reach their destination as planned. Given its strong on-time performance, you're unlikely to face delays when taking off from LGW.
Central London to London Gatwick Airport is around 48 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take you about 1 hour 5 minutes to get there if you're ride-sharing, catching a taxi or driving.
The trip on public transport typically takes 45 minutes.
Have an early flight from London Gatwick Airport to Madrid Airport? Avoid the stress of rushing to the terminal (and get some extra shut-eye) by picking one of these stays near LGW:

Arriving at Madrid Airport (MAD)

The last thing you want is a long journey to your hotel if you're landing late on a London Gatwick Airport to Madrid Airport flight. Stay at one of these accommodation options near MAD instead:
Travel at your own speed with a Madrid Airport rental car. Pick up your wheels from Record Go, Goldcar or Click and Rent and discover more of Madrid and beyond.
Booking your vehicle from Madrid Airport about one week in advance can help you secure the lowest rate.

Getting from Madrid Airport (MAD) to central Madrid

Madrid Airport is roughly 13 kilometres from the centre of Madrid. The drive time takes about 20 minutes.
It'll take around 30 minutes to get there by public transport.

When to fly to Madrid Airport (MAD)

It's time to plan your trip dates for your flight from London Gatwick Airport to Madrid Airport. July is the most popular month to head to Madrid. If you prefer a more laid-back vibe, go in March.
The warmest month in Madrid is July, with temperatures ranging between 18ºC (64ºF) and 37ºC (99ºF). Lock in your flights from London Gatwick Airport to Madrid Airport in this month if this is the type of weather you like.
Search for cheap tickets from LGW to MAD in January if you like cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 0ºC (32ºF) and 12ºC (54ºF) on average.

Explore more of Spain

Zaragoza is just one of the many places in Spain waiting to be explored after you've seen Madrid. Around 274 kilometres away to the north-east, top sights here include Plaza del Pilar, La Seo del Salvador and Basílica de Nuestra Senora del Pilar.
Salamanca is another well-known destination in Spain and is around 177 kilometres west of Madrid. No trip is complete without visiting Catedral de Salamanca, Salamanca, Casco Historico and Plaza Mayor.