Question 1

What day of the week experiences the fewest flight delays on this route?

Accepted Answer

Tuesday is statistically the day of the week that experiences the fewest delays on this flight route. Saturday has historically seen more delays on average compared to the rest of the week.

Question 2

What is the cheapest month to fly to Madrid?

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The month of January is, on average, the cheapest month to fly to Madrid from London Gatwick Airport, with most prices found around $173. If you aren’t able to travel during the month of January, then book flights to Madrid from London Gatwick Airport during March instead. Flights to Madrid in March, while not as cheap as those in January, still average around $234.

Question 3

What is the cheapest airline that flies from London Gatwick to Madrid Barajas?

Accepted Answer

easyJet is the most popular carrier operating from London Gatwick to Madrid Barajas

Question 4

Which airline has the best punctuality record on London to Madrid flights?

Accepted Answer

According to our data, easyJet have had the fewest delays on this route over the last 12 months, with about 8% of their flights experiencing any sort of delay.

Question 5

What is the cheapest time of day to depart on your flight to Madrid?

Accepted Answer

Flying to Madrid from London Gatwick Airport in the morning is the least expensive time of day to depart. momondo users have found prices as low as $435 when looking at flights departing in the morning. In contrast, the most expensive time of day to depart to Madrid is at midday when prices are around $936.

Question 6

What is the cheapest day to depart on your flight to Madrid?

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The cheapest day to depart on your flight to Madrid is on a Thursday when prices can be found for as low as $367. This is often the case because there is less demand to fly during this day of the week. If your travel schedule is flexible, try to avoid departing on a Tuesday because tickets tend to average around $547. These prices are subject to change though, so be sure to set up a Price Alert for flights to Madrid.

Question 7

How far in advance should I book a flight to Madrid?

Accepted Answer

You are more likely to see cheaper flights to Madrid from London Gatwick Airport when booking weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to Madrid for around $324 when searching weeks before you fly. However, flight prices might be lower outside of this timeframe. For example, people recently found flights to Madrid from London Gatwick Airport for as low as $204 on momondo.

Question 8

What is the cheapest London Gatwick to Madrid Barajas flight route?

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Fly from London Gatwick to Madrid Barajas for the best London Gatwick - Madrid Barajas flight prices

Question 9

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

Accepted Answer

The number of flights available between London Gatwick Airport and Madrid is 15 per day as of January 2026. The most frequent departure time is 10:00, with 54% of daily flights leaving at midday.

Question 10

What cabin class options are available on London Gatwick to Madrid Barajas flights?

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There are 3 cabin classes available to choose from on London Gatwick to Madrid Barajas flights. Cabin price and availability will vary by airline so perform a search above to find the right deals for you.

Question 11

How have London Gatwick Airport to Madrid flight prices changed over time?

Accepted Answer

As of January 2026, prices for London Gatwick Airport to Madrid flights are approximately 43% more expensive when compared to flights at the same time last year.

Question 12

How often are flights from London to Madrid delayed?

Accepted Answer

Historically, on average around 12% of flights between London and Madrid have experienced a delay on any given week. The average delay length over the past 12 months has been 116 minutes.

Question 13

What is the typical price of a round-trip flight between London Gatwick Airport and Madrid?

Accepted Answer

Prices are currently low for flights on this route.Typical prices usually range from $149 to $293.
The lowest price recently found on this route was $100.

Question 14

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

Accepted Answer

As of January 2026, 110 flights take off from London Gatwick Airport and land in Madrid each week. The most common flight departure day for this route is Mon, with 15% of weekly flights taking off on this day.

Question 15

What is the most punctual flight time for London to Madrid flights?

Accepted Answer

Generally, flights departing at night tend to experience fewer delays. Flights departing in the early afternoon have, in the past, seen delays more frequently in comparison.

Question 16

When did momondo last update prices for flights from London Gatwick Airport to Madrid Barajas Airport?

Accepted Answer

Prices for flights from London Gatwick Airport to Madrid Barajas Airport are updated daily.

Question 17

How old do you have to be to fly from London Gatwick Airport to Madrid Barajas Airport?

Accepted Answer

The minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, but airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service may have their own age limitations. Flight duration, scheduling, and stopovers are among the considerations that may influence age limits. We recommend that you double-check with the airline you are booking with for travel from London Gatwick Airport to Madrid Barajas Airport.

Question 18

What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Madrid Barajas Airport?

Accepted Answer

The travel and health documents you'll need for your trip to Madrid Barajas Airport may differ based on your itinerary and personal situation. Typically, you should have several documents on hand, such as a national ID card or driver's licence and a passport that is valid for six months after your intended arrival at Madrid Barajas Airport. It is always advisable to seek advice from your airline or a trusted third party, such as IATA.

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How far in advance should I book a flight to Madrid?

What cabin class options are available on London Gatwick to Madrid Barajas flights?

There are 3 cabin classes available to choose from on London Gatwick to Madrid Barajas flights. Cabin price and availability will vary by airline so perform a search above to find the right deals for you.

How have London Gatwick Airport to Madrid flight prices changed over time?

As of January 2026, prices for London Gatwick Airport to Madrid flights are approximately 43% more expensive when compared to flights at the same time last year.

What is the cheapest airline that flies from London Gatwick to Madrid Barajas?

easyJet is the most popular carrier operating from London Gatwick to Madrid Barajas

How often are flights from London to Madrid delayed?

Historically, on average around 12% of flights between London and Madrid have experienced a delay on any given week. The average delay length over the past 12 months has been 116 minutes.

What is the most punctual flight time for London to Madrid flights?

Generally, flights departing at night tend to experience fewer delays. Flights departing in the early afternoon have, in the past, seen delays more frequently in comparison.

What day of the week experiences the fewest flight delays on this route?

Tuesday is statistically the day of the week that experiences the fewest delays on this flight route. Saturday has historically seen more delays on average compared to the rest of the week.

Which airline has the best punctuality record on London to Madrid flights?

According to our data, easyJet have had the fewest delays on this route over the last 12 months, with about 8% of their flights experiencing any sort of delay.

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

The number of flights available between London Gatwick Airport and Madrid is 15 per day as of January 2026. The most frequent departure time is 10:00, with 54% of daily flights leaving at midday.

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

As of January 2026, 110 flights take off from London Gatwick Airport and land in Madrid each week. The most common flight departure day for this route is Mon, with 15% of weekly flights taking off on this day.

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