Q: Can I fly back to London Gatwick from Madrid Barajas?

Returning to London Gatwick from Madrid Barajas COVID-19 testing requirements Visitors from Madrid Barajas must present a negative RT-PCR (NAAT) or Antigen (quick-test) test taken 72 hours before departing to London Gatwick. Quarantine requirements Visitors from Madrid Barajas are not required to quarantine after entering London Gatwick.

Question 1

How far in advance should I book a flight from London Gatwick Airport to Madrid?

Accepted Answer

When searching for a good deal, it’s best to be prepared for potential fluctuations in price. We recommend booking at least 53 days in advance, which can save you up to 63% on flights from London Gatwick Airport to Madrid compared to booking the week you need them. Waiting 53 days out may not be for everyone, so we have options available for flights within the next two weeks, with the lowest price starting at £104. For sooner than that we have options available in the next 3 days from £144.

Question 2

What are the cheapest airlines to fly from London Gatwick Airport to Madrid one-way?

Accepted Answer

For one-way options, check prices for easyJet. According to our data, you can fly for as low as £22. Users have also found prices from £23 and £26 on easyJet and Ryanair, respectively.

Question 3

Can I fly to Madrid Barajas from London Gatwick right now?

Accepted Answer

Information is based on travel restrictions from London Gatwick to Madrid Barajas

Most visitors from London Gatwick need to provide a negative COVID-19 test result and/or quarantine to enter Madrid Barajas.

COVID-19 testing requirements
Visitors from London Gatwick must present a negative RT-PCR (NAAT) or Antigen (quick-test) test taken 72 for rt-pcr (naat) and 48 for antigen (quick-test) hours before departing to Madrid Barajas.

Quarantine requirements
Visitors from London Gatwick are not required to quarantine after entering Madrid Barajas.

Question 4

How many flights depart from London Gatwick Airport to Madrid on average per day?

Accepted Answer

Travellers can expect 14 flights from London Gatwick Airport to Madrid on average per day.
Morning (6am - Midday) - 71% of flight departures
Afternoon (Midday - 6pm) - 29% of flight departures

Question 5

What airport do you fly into for flights to Madrid from London Gatwick?

Accepted Answer

Located just 8.5 mi from the city centre, Madrid Barajas is the airport most travellers will use when flying to Madrid from London Gatwick. Booking flights from London Gatwick to Barajas (MAD) should be relatively easy as there are 3 daily inbound flights from London Gatwick from 10 different airlines.

Question 6

What are the most reliable airlines from London Gatwick Airport to Madrid?

Accepted Answer

No one likes to see their flight delayed. When booking a flight from London Gatwick Airport to Madrid consider choosing Aerolineas Argentinas(100%), Air Europa(100%) or Aeromexico(100%), as they are the most reliable in getting you off to your destination on time.

Question 7

What are the cheapest airlines flying from London Gatwick Airport to Madrid return?

Accepted Answer

Currently priced at £37, easyJet will fly you from London Gatwick Airport to Madrid and back. In addition to easyJet, many other airlines offer competitively priced options for your trip. Check Cheapflights for deals on Air Europa for as low as £44. These flights start at 58% lower than the current average price 3 months from now.

Question 8

Which airlines flying from London Gatwick to Madrid Barajas have flexible cancellations due to COVID-19?

Accepted Answer

Some of the carriers operating flights from London Gatwick to Madrid Barajas that may be offering flexible cancellation policies are easyJet, Air Europa, and Iberia Express. Our site will let you filter for all airlines offering greater flexibility due to COVID-19.

Question 9

Can I fly back to London Gatwick from Madrid Barajas?

Accepted Answer

Returning to London Gatwick from Madrid Barajas

COVID-19 testing requirements
Visitors from Madrid Barajas must present a negative RT-PCR (NAAT) or Antigen (quick-test) test taken 72 hours before departing to London Gatwick.

Quarantine requirements
Visitors from Madrid Barajas are not required to quarantine after entering London Gatwick.

Question 10

What is the cheapest month to fly from London Gatwick Airport to Madrid?

Accepted Answer

Flights from London Gatwick Airport to Madrid lean towards being more expensive in December. Prices are generally better when you fly from London Gatwick Airport to Madrid in August, with the cheapest ticket starting at £37.

Question 11

What are the most popular airlines that fly from London Gatwick Airport to Madrid?

Accepted Answer

The most popular airlines flying from London Gatwick Airport to Madrid are British Airways, Norwegian Air International and Norwegian. Something to consider prior to booking your flight.

Question 12

What are the cheapest flights from London Gatwick Airport to Madrid?

Accepted Answer

On average you can expect to pay £147 for a flight from London Gatwick Airport to Madrid. The cheapest flight overall is £28 while the most popular route, (London Gatwick - Madrid Barajas) is currently priced at £36.

Question 13

Are there last-minute flights available from London Gatwick Airport to Madrid for under £100?

Accepted Answer

There are currently 20+ open flights from London Gatwick Airport to Madrid within the next 7 days for less than £100.

Question 14

How long is the flight from London Gatwick Airport to Madrid?

Accepted Answer

easyJet and Air Europa can get you from London Gatwick Airport to Madrid in just under 2h 25m. Your travel time will be generally consistent. Airlines will cover a distance of 759 mi. Generally, flights for this route are direct.

Question 15

Are there direct flights from London Gatwick Airport to Madrid for under £100 on Cheapflights?

Accepted Answer

Cheapflights has 20 direct flights from London Gatwick Airport to Madrid under £100. A good price for a direct flight from London Gatwick Airport to Madrid is less than £43.

Question 16

What days are direct flights available from London Gatwick Airport to Madrid?

Accepted Answer

Days when direct flights are available for this flight are: Sunday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday.

Question 17

When is the cheapest time to fly from London Gatwick Airport to Madrid (LGW - MAD)?

Accepted Answer

Regardless of the time of day you decide to fly, the ticket price will remain around the same. Book flights from London Gatwick Airport to Madrid as you normally would.

Question 18

Can I find flights from London Gatwick Airport to Madrid for under £100 on Cheapflights?

Accepted Answer

Yes, there are multiple flights from London Gatwick Airport to Madrid for under £100. The cheapest flight booked recently is on Multiple Airlines for just £36, but on average you can expect to pay £43.

LGW - MAD	Price	£80 - £220
MAD	Temperature	5 - 25 °C
MAD	Precipitation	10 - 60 mm

1%of flight departures	Early morningMidnight to 6 am
79%of flight departures	Morning6 am to noon
20%of flight departures	AfternoonNoon to 6 pm
0%of flight departures	Evening6 pm to midnight

Sunday	2daily flights
Monday	3daily flights
Tuesday	3daily flights
Wednesday	6daily flights
Thursday	1daily flight
Friday	3daily flights
Saturday	5daily flights

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