$248 Cheap Flights from Madrid (MAD) to Frankfurt am Main (FRA) in 2025

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Frankfurt.$248 per passenger.Departing Sat, 29 Nov, returning Mon, 1 Dec.Return flight with Lufthansa.Outbound direct flight with Lufthansa departs from Madrid on Sat, 29 Nov, arriving in Frankfurt am Main.Inbound direct flight with Lufthansa departs from Frankfurt am Main on Mon, 1 Dec, arriving in Madrid.Price includes taxes and charges.From $248, select.

Frankfurt.$248 per passenger.Departing Fri, 26 Sep, returning Sat, 4 Oct.Return flight with Lufthansa.Outbound direct flight with Lufthansa departs from Madrid on Fri, 26 Sep, arriving in Frankfurt am Main.Inbound direct flight with Lufthansa departs from Frankfurt am Main on Sat, 4 Oct, arriving in Madrid.Price includes taxes and charges.From $248, select.

Frankfurt.$248 per passenger.Departing Wed, 29 Oct, returning Sat, 1 Nov.Return flight with Lufthansa.Outbound direct flight with Lufthansa departs from Madrid on Wed, 29 Oct, arriving in Frankfurt am Main.Inbound direct flight with Lufthansa departs from Frankfurt am Main on Sat, 1 Nov, arriving in Madrid.Price includes taxes and charges.From $248, select.

Frankfurt.$248 per passenger.Departing Thu, 2 Oct, returning Sat, 4 Oct.Return flight with Lufthansa.Outbound direct flight with Lufthansa departs from Madrid on Thu, 2 Oct, arriving in Frankfurt am Main.Inbound direct flight with Lufthansa departs from Frankfurt am Main on Sat, 4 Oct, arriving in Madrid.Price includes taxes and charges.From $248, select.

Frankfurt.$248 per passenger.Departing Sun, 7 Dec, returning Wed, 10 Dec.Return flight with Lufthansa.Outbound direct flight with Lufthansa departs from Madrid on Sun, 7 Dec, arriving in Frankfurt am Main.Inbound direct flight with Lufthansa departs from Frankfurt am Main on Wed, 10 Dec, arriving in Madrid.Price includes taxes and charges.From $248, select.

Frankfurt.$248 per passenger.Departing Tue, 9 Sep, returning Tue, 16 Sep.Return flight with Lufthansa.Outbound direct flight with Lufthansa departs from Madrid on Tue, 9 Sep, arriving in Frankfurt am Main.Inbound direct flight with Lufthansa departs from Frankfurt am Main on Tue, 16 Sep, arriving in Madrid.Price includes taxes and charges.From $248, select.

Frankfurt.$248 per passenger.Departing Sun, 16 Nov, returning Sat, 22 Nov.Return flight with Lufthansa.Outbound direct flight with Lufthansa departs from Madrid on Sun, 16 Nov, arriving in Frankfurt am Main.Inbound direct flight with Lufthansa departs from Frankfurt am Main on Sat, 22 Nov, arriving in Madrid.Price includes taxes and charges.From $248, select.

Frankfurt.$249 per passenger.Departing Sat, 17 Jan, returning Sun, 15 Mar.Return flight with Lufthansa.Outbound direct flight with Lufthansa departs from Madrid on Sat, 17 Jan, arriving in Frankfurt am Main.Inbound direct flight with Lufthansa departs from Frankfurt am Main on Sun, 15 Mar, arriving in Madrid.Price includes taxes and charges.From $249, select.

Find the cheapest month to fly from Madrid to Frankfurt am Main

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

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Madrid to Frankfurt am Main: Alternative routes

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Madrid to Frankfurt: Flight information

The things to know before you go.

Cheapest flight found	$248
Cheapest month to fly	November
Average flight time	2 hrs, 40 mins
Most popular airline	Lufthansa
Average flights per week	288

Finding cheap flights from Madrid to Frankfurt am Main: Frequently asked questions

How much are return flights from Madrid to Frankfurt am Main?

The best price we found for a return flight from Madrid to Frankfurt am Main is $248. 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 Madrid to Frankfurt am Main?

2 hours and 40 minutes is the average flight time from Madrid to Frankfurt am Main.

Which airlines fly direct from Madrid to Frankfurt am Main?

Lufthansa, Austrian Airlines and Iberia fly direct from Madrid to Frankfurt am Main.

How many flights are there a week from Madrid to Frankfurt am Main?

As of July 2025, there are 288 flights per week flying from Madrid to Frankfurt am Main.

When is the cheapest time to fly from Madrid to Frankfurt am Main?

The cheapest month to fly from Madrid to Frankfurt am Main is usually November.

Which upcoming date is cheapest to fly from Madrid Airport to Frankfurt am Main Airport on?

After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Madrid Airport to Frankfurt am Main Airport on Sunday, 16 November 2025.

Can I get a direct flight from Madrid Airport to Frankfurt am Main Airport?

Yes – the average flight time is 2 hours and 40 minutes.

How can I find the best flight deal to Frankfurt am Main?

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 Frankfurt am Main 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 Frankfurt?

We crunched all the numbers in our flight calendar and it looks like the cheapest time to book a flight to Frankfurt 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 Frankfurt am Main with?

Currently, Lufthansa offers the cheapest flight tickets to Frankfurt am Main.

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

Book a direct flight from Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport to Frankfurt Airport and you'll be in the air for an average of 2 hours 40 minutes.
Madrid and Frankfurt are in the UTC+1 timezone. That means you won't have to change your watch when you arrive.
Flights from MAD to FRA start from 05:55 — the earliest with Lufthansa. The last service of the day is at 19:55 with Iberia. Overall, you can choose from 84 weekly Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport to Frankfurt Airport flights.
Your MAD to FRA flight won't wait if you're late, so get to the airport with time to spare. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead for international travel.
During popular months like July, it's best to get to the airport even earlier. 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 Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport to Frankfurt Airport available from numerous airlines, flying to Frankfurt (and then other corners of Germany) is a snap. Here's who you can fly nonstop with:
The airline that serves the most passengers on this route is Iberia.
Iberia leads the way as the most punctual carrier for MAD to FRA flights, with 89.6% of its services arriving on schedule.
If you'd like to include a stop along the way, just uncheck 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport to Frankfurt Airport. Here are the top stopovers between MAD and FRA:
- Bordeaux Airport
- Zurich Airport
- Bilbao Airport

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

$114 is currently the best price for a one-way Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport to Frankfurt Airport flight. A return flight starts from $248. These fares may change depending on demand and availability.
Book six months before you want to fly. After looking at the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you should book ahead to find cheap tickets from MAD to FRA.
May is the cheapest month for flights from Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport to Frankfurt Airport. If you need to fly at a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will give you the lowest airfares for every month.
Snapping up cheap flights from MAD to FRA is easy with Price Alerts. Simply create one of these automatic alerts and we'll notify you as soon as a lower fare pops up.
Find the ideal flight for you with the help of the filters. To see the 'Cheapest,' 'Best' or 'Fastest' flights from Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport to Frankfurt Airport, use the 'Sort by' tool. You can also filter by airline, arrival and departure times, and number of stops.

Handy information about Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport (MAD)

78.23% of flights leaving from Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport reach their destination on schedule.
To get to Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport from central Madrid, it takes around 25 minutes if you're planning to drive. This depends on traffic though. It's approximately 18 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
Planning to take public transport? You can expect a journey time of around 35 minutes.
Need a handy hotel close to MAD? If you're catching an early flight from Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport to Frankfurt Airport, these stays will have you moments from your check-in counter:

Arriving at Frankfurt Airport (FRA)

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To get the best deal, reserve your vehicle from Frankfurt Airport about three weeks before you travel.

Getting from Frankfurt Airport (FRA) to central Frankfurt

Frankfurt Airport is approximately 14 kilometres from central Frankfurt. Driving there takes about 20 minutes.
Getting there on public transport takes about 35 minutes.

When to fly to Frankfurt Airport (FRA)

April is the most popular month for flights from Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport to Frankfurt Airport. To steer clear of the crowds, go to Frankfurt in January.
Lock in your flight from Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport to Frankfurt Airport for July if you'd like to visit Frankfurt during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 12ºC (54ºF) and 28ºC (82ºF).
January has average temperatures of between -4ºC (25ºF) and 7ºC (45ºF). Search for cheap tickets from MAD to FRA sometime then if you want to travel in cooler conditions.

Explore more of Germany

Frankfurt is easy to fall in love with, but there are so many other corners of Germany just waiting to be explored. About 418 kilometres north-east of Frankfurt, a visit to Berlin will keep your itinerary packed. Don't miss top attractions like Brandenburg Gate, Berlin Wall Memorial and East Side Gallery.
Hamburg is another essential stop in Germany and is around 386 kilometres north of Frankfurt. No journey is complete without visiting Miniatur Wunderland, Elbphilharmonie Hamburg and Port of Hamburg.