Cheap flights from Lisbon to Madrid

Start comparing dates far enough ahead to see the full price calendar, because January is the cheapest month in the dated fares, while December and summer holiday periods are usually dearer. The dated fares cover October through September, so flexible travellers can move their trip toward January or quieter midweek days. Weekdays outside school holidays are often calmer, while weekends and Christmas periods draw more demand. If your dates are fixed, compare surrounding days and months before booking, and treat the cheapest month as a guide when your trip must land on a specific week.

Start by checking what each fare includes, because Ryanair, Easyjet, EasyJet Europe and Vueling Airlines often charge separately for bags, seat selection and priority boarding, while Air Europa, TAP Portugal, Iberia and Air Nostrum may include more in higher fare families. APG Airlines and Portug also appear in results, and some itineraries connect rather than fly nonstop. Direct flights exist on this route, so compare a nonstop ticket with a connection only when the fare gap is worth the extra time. Read the baggage rules before paying, since the cheapest headline fare can grow once extras are added.

Arriving late in the day changes the first hours, because fewer transport options run and you may need to plan the ride into central Madrid before landing. Barajas is the airport for this route, and the usual ways into town are metro, suburban rail, bus or taxi. The first hours are easier if you know your terminal, follow signs to transport, and keep your hotel address handy. If you arrive after evening services thin out, check the last departures and consider a taxi or prearranged transfer. Watch for terminal changes, long walks between arrivals and transport, and the extra time needed to reach your accommodation.

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 what your fare includes, especially cabin and hold baggage, seat selection and priority boarding.
• Confirm the airport named on your ticket, since Lisbon Airport is the departure point and Madrid arrivals use Barajas.
• Compare January with your own dates before booking, especially around Christmas and school holidays.
• Check connection times and self-transfer rules if your itinerary is not nonstop.
• Have passport and any required entry documents ready before online check-in.
• Recheck the price calendar after choosing dates, because fares can move.