Cheap Flights from Rome (ROME) to Madrid (MAD)

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We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Rome to Madrid flights are currently cheapest in September.

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Rome to Madrid: Alternative routes

Compare routes from Rome to Madrid below. You may find an airport to fly into that's cheaper, faster, or easier than Madrid.

Rome to Madrid: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight found£32
Cheapest month to flySeptember
Average flight time2 hrs, 36 mins
Most popular airlineIberia
Average flights per week376

Finding cheap flights from Rome to Madrid: Frequently asked questions

The best price we found for a return flight from Rome to Madrid is £32. This is an estimate based on information collected from different airlines and travel providers over the last 4 days and is subject to change and availability.
2 hours and 36 minutes is the average flight time from Rome to Madrid.
Iberia, Vueling Airlines and LATAM Airlines fly direct from Rome to Madrid.
As of July 2025, there are 774 flights per week flying from Rome to Madrid.
The cheapest month to fly from Rome to Madrid is usually September.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it is currently cheapest to fly from Rome to Madrid Airport on Tuesday, 16 September 2025.
Yes – the average flight time is 2 hours and 36 minutes.
We show every price from over 1,200 airlines and travel agents, comparing them all so you don’t have to. If you know you want to fly to Madrid but you’re not ready to book, set up a Price Alert. We’ll track prices for you, and let you know when they rise or fall.
We crunched all the numbers in our flight calendar and it looks like the cheapest time to book a flight to Madrid is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.
The cheapest airline that flies to Madrid is Wizz Air Malta .

Travelling from Rome to Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport (MAD): What you need to know

  • There are a couple of airports you can fly out of in Rome. Check out your options departing from Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport (FCO) or Ciampino-G. B. Pastine International Airport (CIA) when organising your flight from Rome to Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport (MAD).

  • The average length of a direct Rome to Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport flight is 2 hours 35 minutes.

  • Rome and Madrid (where Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport is located) share the UTC+1 timezone. That means you won't have to adjust your watch once you land.

  • With 111 direct weekly flights between the two airports, Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport (FCO) to Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport (MAD) is the most popular route. Ryanair operates the earliest flight at 5:45am. If you're eager to make the most of your day before you fly, the latest departure from FCO to MAD is with Ryanair at 10:35pm.

  • Leave enough time to make your flight from Rome to MAD. As a general rule, turn up at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.

  • In high season, allow for longer queues and get there earlier. Aim for at least two hours ahead for domestic flights and up to four hours for international trips.

Airports in Rome

Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport (FCO)

  • Take the express route from Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport (FCO). Nonstop flights from Rome to Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport (MAD) are available from here.

  • These are some of the well-known airlines offering direct flights from Rome to Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport departing from FCO:

  • Most travellers choose to book seats with Iberia from FCO to MAD.

  • Iberia is the leading carrier for punctuality on this route.

  • FCO is about 32 kms (20 miles) from central Rome. If you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving from the centre, it'll take 40 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic. If you're taking public transport, expect the travel time to be around 50 minutes.

  • Catching an early flight from Rome to Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the terminal (and get some bonus sleep) by staying at one of these hotels close to Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport:

  • When it comes to Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport's on-time performance, data shows 70.57% of flights complete their journey on time.

Ciampino-G. B. Pastine International Airport (CIA)

  • Split up your flight from Rome to Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport with a stop so you can stretch your legs or perhaps go somewhere you've never been before. Some popular stopovers between Ciampino-G. B. Pastine International Airport and MAD are:

    • Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport (BUD)

    • Porto Airport (OPO)

    • Brussels S. Charleroi Airport (CRL)

  • You can arrive at CIA from central Rome in about 40 minutes by car, depending on traffic conditions. The ride on public transport takes roughly 1 hour 40 minutes to cover the 18 kms (11 miles) or so.

  • Want to enjoy an extra night away before boarding your Rome to MAD flight? Unwind in a hotel near Ciampino-G. B. Pastine International Airport before your trip officially starts. These stays are calling your name:

  • When it comes to keeping flights on track, Ciampino-G. B. Pastine International Airport has an on-time arrival performance of 73.18%.

About Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport (MAD)

Getting from Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport (MAD) to central Madrid

  • Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport is roughly 8 miles from central Madrid. How long it takes to get there by car hire or cab will depend on the time of day. Do a little research before you go.

  • When travelling by public transport, expect a journey of about 35 minutes.

How to find the cheapest flights from Rome to Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport (MAD)

  • £15 is currently the lowest price for a one-way ticket from Rome to Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport. Return flights start at £32. These prices can change based on availability and demand.

  • Book one month before you travel. Pricing trends show that this is the ideal window for finding cheap flights from Rome to MAD.

  • June is when you're most likely to find a fantastic deal on a Rome to Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport ticket. If you'd like to travel during a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will give you the lowest prices for each month.

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The best time to fly from Rome to Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport (MAD)

  • April is the quietest month for flights from Rome to Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport (MAD), while July is the busiest. Figure out the best time to go to Madrid based on whether you like a laid-back vibe or a more bustling atmosphere.

  • The warmest month in Madrid is July, with temperatures ranging between 17ºC (63ºF) and 36ºC (97ºF). Lock in your Rome to MAD plane ticket then if that's your definition of good weather.

  • Look for cheap tickets from Rome to Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport in January if you'd rather travel during cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 0ºC (32ºF) and 11ºC (52ºF).

More about Madrid

  • Once you've booked your flight from Rome to Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport, find a hotel that keeps you close to what you want to see. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring Madrid:

  • Your trip to Madrid should come with a side of sightseeing. Big-name attractions you won't want to miss include Museo del Prado, Plaza Mayor and Museo Nacional Thyssen-Bornemisza.

Explore more of Spain

  • Madrid has plenty going for it, but there are so many other corners of Spain just waiting to be explored. Around 274 kms (170 miles) north-east of Madrid, a visit to Zaragoza will keep you busy. Start with leading sights like Plaza España, Plaza del Pilar and La Seo del Salvador.

  • If you're looking to explore another corner of Spain, head for Salamanca, about 193 kms (120 miles) west of Madrid. Salamanca, Casco Historico, Catedral de Salamanca and Plaza Mayor are among its highlights.

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