Cheap flights from Leipzig/Halle to Madrid

Madrid's summer heat and the Christmas and New Year period pull demand up on this route, while school holidays can tighten availability and raise fares. January is the cheapest month among the months with prices shown, and February, April, May, July, October, November and December also have dated fares to compare. Book earlier for peak periods, consider midweek departures when your dates are flexible, and check how a longer or shorter connection affects the total journey.

Lufthansa sits at the centre of this list, with Lufthansa Cityline and Air Dolomiti alongside it, while Austrian and Turkish Airlines add further connecting options. Pegasus, Sun Express and Braathens Regional Aviation sit at the other end of the fare spectrum, so the included baggage, meals and seat choice can vary sharply. Because every flight connects, focus on the whole itinerary: fare rules, connection time, terminal changes and whether the segments are on one ticket.

Barajas is a large airport, so allow extra time for terminal transfers, security and boarding, especially when your connection uses a different terminal. Into central Madrid you can use metro, commuter rail, airport bus or taxi, with the right option depending on your terminal and luggage. Check the terminal on your booking before you travel, because walking or shuttle times between terminals can be significant.

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

• Check whether checked baggage, seat selection and meals are included in the fare or charged separately.
• Confirm which terminal at Barajas your arrival and departure use, and allow time between them.
• Because there are no direct flights, check the connection time and whether both segments are on one ticket.
• Check passport and entry requirements for Spain before you book.
• Compare January with the other months that have fares shown if your dates are flexible.