Flying from Madrid Airport (MAD) to London Gatwick Airport (LGW): what you need to know
Book a direct flight from Madrid Airport to London Gatwick Airport and you'll be in the air for an average of 2 hours 25 minutes.
London's timezone is UTC+0, making London one hour behind Madrid.
Take your pick of 37 weekly Madrid Airport to London Gatwick Airport flights. The 07:35 departure with Air Europa is the earliest you can take. EasyJet operates the latest service of the day at 21:45.
To ensure you catch your MAD to LGW flight, allow plenty of time for things like baggage drop and finding your gate. Turning up two hours ahead of international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the standard rule.
You can expect longer queues in popular months like July. Arriving up to four hours in advance for international flights and two hours for domestic departures will help ensure a smooth travel experience.
A number of airlines operate direct flights from Madrid Airport to London Gatwick Airport, so jetting to London (and then visiting more of the United Kingdom!) is easy. The most popular carriers that fly nonstop include:
The airline with the highest number of bookings on this route is Air Europa.
Iberia is a leader in on-time performance for MAD to LGW flights, with 99.1% of its services reaching their destination on schedule.
If you want to add a stop to your trip, simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Madrid Airport to London Gatwick Airport. These are the most popular stopovers between MAD and LGW:
Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport
Bilbao Airport
Toulouse Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Madrid Airport (MAD) to London Gatwick Airport (LGW)
Rs10,095 is the lowest price for a one-way Madrid Airport to London Gatwick Airport flight. A return flight starts at Rs17,419. These fares may change based on availability.
Don't wait until the last moment. You're more likely to get cheap tickets from MAD to LGW if you book ahead. Airlines often have some excellent early bird deals.
May is the cheapest month for flights from Madrid Airport to London Gatwick Airport. If you prefer to travel at a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will give you the lowest prices for each month.
You don't need to check every day to find out if fares have dropped when you create a Price Alert. We'll update you as soon as a special offer becomes available on cheap flights from MAD to LGW.
Find the perfect flight for you by using the filters. To see the 'Best,' 'Cheapest' or 'Fastest' flights from Madrid Airport to London Gatwick Airport, use the 'Sort by' tool. You can also filter results by airline, departure and arrival times, and journey duration.
Handy information about Madrid Airport (MAD)
Of the flights that depart from Madrid Airport, 77% arrive on time at their destination.
Madrid Airport is about 13 kilometres from central Madrid. If you're driving, catching a taxi or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take you 20 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.
Expect a trip time of about 30 minutes when using public transport.
Have an early flight from Madrid Airport to London Gatwick Airport? Avoid rushing to the airport (and get some extra shut-eye) by choosing one of these stays near MAD:
Arriving at London Gatwick Airport (LGW)
The last thing you need is a long trip to your hotel if you're arriving on a late Madrid Airport to London Gatwick Airport flight. Check in to one of these accommodation options near LGW instead:
Say yes to new adventures by picking up a London Gatwick Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Green Motion, U-Save or Drivalia and explore beyond London's usual tourist stops.
Lock in the best deal by reserving your ride from London Gatwick Airport around three weeks ahead of your departure.
When to fly to London Gatwick Airport (LGW)
The quietest month for a flight from Madrid Airport to London Gatwick Airport is March, while August is the most popular. Pick the best time to go to London based on whether you prefer a more relaxed vibe or a faster pace.
When reserving your flight from Madrid Airport to London Gatwick Airport, think about the kind of weather you enjoy. July is the warmest month in London, with temperatures ranging from 11ºC to 26ºC.
January sees average temperatures of between 0ºC and 9ºC. Look for cheap tickets from MAD to LGW around that time if you'd rather travel in cooler conditions.
Explore more of the United Kingdom
Manchester is just one of the many places in the United Kingdom waiting to be discovered once you've seen London. Around 257 kilometres away to the north-west, top sights here include Manchester United Museum & Stadium Tour, The Homes of Football and Museum of Science and Industry.
If you're interested in discovering another side of the United Kingdom, consider Birmingham, about 161 kilometres north-west of London. Birmingham Museum & Art Gallery, Birmingham Hippodrome Theatre and Bournville Experience are among the biggest draws.