Cheap flights from Sao Paulo to Madrid

Madrid's winters are short on daylight and its summers are hot and late-running, so the city's rhythm changes the value of an arrival time. November is shown as the cheapest month on this route, and fares can shift around holiday periods. Weekday flights are often easier to find than weekend ones, and departures around Christmas, New Year and school holidays need earlier booking. If you want long evenings, aim for the warmer months and check whether the cheaper fare lands late at night.

The named carriers run from Iberia, Air Europa, TAP Portugal, ITA Airways and Air China to Azul, LATAM Airlines, Latam Airlines Brasil, EuroAtlantic Airways and Lanperu. Nonstop service exists on this route, while other itineraries change planes before Madrid. Fare inclusions vary by carrier and ticket type, so check baggage, seat choice and meals rather than comparing the headline price alone. A short connection can look efficient on paper but leave little room for a late arrival.

Madrid Barajas is a large airport, so walking distances, terminal changes and queues can add time between landing and the train. Barajas sits northeast of central Madrid, and metro, commuter rail, bus and taxi all run into town; the right choice depends on your terminal and how much luggage you carry. Late-night arrivals can mean fewer public transport options, so check the last service before you book. Watch for terminal changes if your connection leaves from a different building.

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 which Sao Paulo airport your ticket names, because Congonhas, Guarulhos International and Viracopos are different journeys.
• Check baggage size and weight before paying a low fare, especially when an airline charges for cabin bags.
• Check whether a connection is protected on one ticket or self-connected on separate tickets.
• Check passport and visa rules for Spain before you book, including transit countries on connecting itineraries.
• Check the arrival and departure times against Madrid transport hours.
• Check the price calendar for the same route across neighbouring dates.