Cheap flights from Abu Dhabi to Madrid

January tends to offer the lowest fares for this journey. Outside that window prices shift gradually rather than swinging sharply, so flexibility matters less in peak periods. Booking well ahead usually works better than last-minute searches regardless of season.

Etihad Airways provides connections from its Abu Dhabi hub along with several other carriers offering one-stop options. Low-cost choices like Wizz Air and Pegasus sit alongside full-service airlines such as Turkish Airlines and Qatar Airways that include meals and checked bags in standard tickets. Budget carriers may charge extra for luggage while traditional carriers build those costs into their base fare.

Barajas sits roughly twenty kilometres north of central Madrid with good transit links to the city centre. Metro Line Eight reaches the terminal directly, and regional trains also serve passengers arriving at either end of the airport. Taxis are available outside both terminals though fares vary depending on time of day.

Currency

EUR (€)

Power sockets

Type C, F · 230 V

Language

Spanish

Emergency number

112, 061, 091

Driving side

right

Calling code

+34

Internet domain

.es

EU / Schengen

EU member, Schengen area

Population of Madrid

3.5 M (2025)

Time zone

UTC+01 (Europe/Madrid)

Country facts: Wikidata

• Confirm which airport you depart from since Abu Dhabi has only one main terminal for international flights.
• Check baggage allowances carefully when booking with low-cost carriers as fees add up quickly.
• Verify document requirements if your journey involves multiple countries during connections.
• Compare airlines that route through different hubs to find the most convenient schedule.
• Consider whether travel insurance covers delays on connecting flights booked separately.