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Flight deals from New York Newark to Madrid

Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from New York Newark Airport to Madrid Airport? If you want to travel next month, return fares start from R 10,072. Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.
Madrid.R 4,002 per passenger.Departing Mon, 5 Oct.One-way flight with Icelandair.Outbound indirect flight with Icelandair, departs from New York Newark on Mon, 5 Oct, arriving in Madrid.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 4,002, select.
Madrid.R 4,245 per passenger.Departing Fri, 2 Apr.One-way flight with Icelandair.Outbound indirect flight with Icelandair, departs from New York Newark on Fri, 2 Apr, arriving in Madrid.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 4,245, select.
Madrid.R 4,264 per passenger.Departing Fri, 13 Nov.One-way flight with French Bee.Outbound indirect flight with French Bee, departs from New York Newark on Fri, 13 Nov, arriving in Madrid.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 4,264, select.
Madrid.R 4,273 per passenger.Departing Fri, 4 Dec.One-way flight with Icelandair.Outbound indirect flight with Icelandair, departs from New York Newark on Fri, 4 Dec, arriving in Madrid.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 4,273, select.
Madrid.R 4,320 per passenger.Departing Mon, 1 Feb.One-way flight with Icelandair.Outbound indirect flight with Icelandair, departs from New York Newark on Mon, 1 Feb, arriving in Madrid.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 4,320, select.
Madrid.R 4,332 per passenger.Departing Sat, 12 Sep.One-way flight with Icelandair.Outbound indirect flight with Icelandair, departs from New York Newark on Sat, 12 Sep, arriving in Madrid.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 4,332, select.
Madrid.R 4,334 per passenger.Departing Thu, 14 Jan.One-way flight with Icelandair.Outbound indirect flight with Icelandair, departs from New York Newark on Thu, 14 Jan, arriving in Madrid.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 4,334, select.
Madrid.R 4,335 per passenger.Departing Mon, 1 Mar.One-way flight with Icelandair.Outbound indirect flight with Icelandair, departs from New York Newark on Mon, 1 Mar, arriving in Madrid.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 4,335, select.
Madrid.R 4,354 per passenger.Departing Mon, 24 Aug.One-way flight with Icelandair.Outbound indirect flight with Icelandair, departs from New York Newark on Mon, 24 Aug, arriving in Madrid.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 4,354, select.
Madrid.R 4,452 per passenger.Departing Mon, 3 May.One-way flight with Icelandair.Outbound indirect flight with Icelandair, departs from New York Newark on Mon, 3 May, arriving in Madrid.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 4,452, select.
Madrid.R 4,502 per passenger.Departing Mon, 17 Aug.One-way flight with Lufthansa.Outbound direct flight with Lufthansa departs from New York Newark on Mon, 17 Aug, arriving in Madrid.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 4,502, select.
Madrid.R 4,594 per passenger.Departing Tue, 13 Oct.One-way flight with Lufthansa.Outbound direct flight with Lufthansa departs from New York Newark on Tue, 13 Oct, arriving in Madrid.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 4,594, select.
Madrid.R 4,636 per passenger.Departing Mon, 28 Sep.One-way flight with Finnair.Outbound direct flight with Finnair departs from New York Newark on Mon, 28 Sep, arriving in Madrid.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 4,636, select.
Madrid.R 4,668 per passenger.Departing Tue, 3 Nov.One-way flight with United.Outbound direct flight with United departs from New York Newark on Tue, 3 Nov, arriving in Madrid.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 4,668, select.
Madrid.R 5,323 per passenger.Departing Wed, 30 Dec.One-way flight with Lufthansa.Outbound direct flight with Lufthansa departs from New York Newark on Wed, 30 Dec, arriving in Madrid.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 5,323, select.
Madrid.R 5,446 per passenger.Departing Tue, 13 Apr.One-way flight with Finnair.Outbound direct flight with Finnair departs from New York Newark on Tue, 13 Apr, arriving in Madrid.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 5,446, select.

Find the cheapest month to fly from New York Newark to Madrid

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like New York Newark to Madrid flights are currently cheapest in October.
Jul
from R 5,598
Aug
from R 4,354
Sep
from R 4,332
Oct
from R 4,002
Nov
from R 4,264
Dec
from R 4,273
Jan
from R 4,334
Feb
from R 4,320
Mar
from R 4,335
Apr
from R 4,245
May
from R 4,452
Jun
from R 6,534

Direct flights from New York Newark to Madrid

New York Newark to Madrid: Alternative routes

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

Madrid

12km from central Madrid
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from R 4,002
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New York to Madrid: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight foundR 4,002
Cheapest month to flyOctober
Average flight time7 hrs, 32 mins
Most popular airlineLufthansa
Average flights per week56

Finding cheap flights from New York Newark to Madrid: Frequently asked questions

The best price we found for a return flight from New York Newark to Madrid is R 7,613. 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.
7 hours and 32 minutes is the average flight time from New York Newark to Madrid.
Lufthansa, Air Canada and Brussels Airlines fly direct from New York Newark to Madrid.
As of July 2026, there are 56 flights per week flying from New York Newark to Madrid.
The cheapest month to fly from New York Newark to Madrid is usually October.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from New York Newark Airport to Madrid Airport on Friday, 9 October 2026.
Yes – the average flight time is 7 hours and 32 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.

Currently, TAP Air Portugal and Finnair offer the cheapest flight tickets to Madrid.

Flying from New York Newark Airport (EWR) to Madrid Airport (MAD): what you need to know

  • Around 7 hours 35 minutes is how long you can expect to be in the air on a direct flight from New York Newark Airport to Madrid Airport.

  • The timezone in Madrid is UTC+1, which is six hours ahead of New York.

  • Every week, there are 11 New York Newark Airport to Madrid Airport flights.

  • Arrive at the airport on time so you don't miss your EWR to MAD flight. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid any last-minute rush.

  • Travelling during a peak month like December? Public holidays and other popular periods can mean longer queues at check-in and security. Play things extra safe and get there up to four hours before an international flight and two hours before domestic departures.

  • United is your gateway to discovering Madrid (and maybe even some other exciting parts of Spain!). Check out the direct flights from New York Newark Airport to Madrid Airport offered by this popular airline.

  • The majority of passengers choose to fly with United on this route.

  • United is the most punctual carrier that operates EWR to MAD flights, with 73.33% of its services reaching their destination on time.

  • Think about adding a stopover when booking your ticket from New York Newark Airport to Madrid Airport. Just uncheck 'Direct flights only' to break up your journey, or visit a new city along the way. Here are some options between EWR and MAD:

    • Lisbon Airport

    • Malaga Airport

    • Porto Airport

How to find the cheapest flights from New York Newark Airport (EWR) to Madrid Airport (MAD)

  • At the moment, R 4,002 is the lowest price we've found for a one-way New York Newark Airport to Madrid Airport flight. The best price for a return ticket is R 7,613. Keep in mind that fares could change due to demand when booking.

  • Book five months before flying. After looking at the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you should book ahead to find cheap tickets from EWR to MAD.

  • The cheapest month for flights from New York Newark Airport to Madrid Airport is October. Use the 'Whole month' tool to see the lowest airfares if you have a flexible schedule.

  • Stay on top of deals for cheap flights from EWR to MAD by creating a Price Alert. We'll send you an email or push notification on the app when fares go down.

  • Find the ideal flight for you with the help of the filters. To see the 'Best,' 'Fastest' or 'Cheapest' flights from New York Newark Airport to Madrid Airport, use the 'Sort by' tool. You can also filter results by departure and arrival times, airline, and number of stops.

Handy information about New York Newark Airport (EWR)

  • EWR is located at Building 1, Conrad Road.

  • Of the departures from New York Newark Airport, 71% land on time at their destination.

  • New York Newark Airport is about 14 kilometres from central New York. If you're ride-sharing, catching a taxi or driving from the centre, it'll take 35 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic.

  • You can expect a journey time of around 1 hour on public transport.

  • Have an early flight from New York Newark Airport to Madrid Airport? Avoid the last-minute rush to the terminal (and enjoy a little extra shut-eye) by choosing one of these stays near EWR:

Arriving at Madrid Airport (MAD)

  • Book a hotel near MAD if you have a late New York Newark Airport to Madrid Airport flight. Select one of these accommodation options and skip the long transfer after landing:

  • Go wherever you want, whenever you want with a Madrid Airport rental car. Pick up a set of wheels from Record Go, Goldcar or Click and Rent and experience more of Madrid and beyond.

  • Reserving your ride from Madrid Airport around one week in advance can help you secure the lowest rate.

Getting from Madrid Airport (MAD) to central Madrid

  • From Madrid Airport, Madrid is approximately 13 kilometres away. It takes around 20 minutes to reach the centre by car.

  • It'll take around 30 minutes if you're travelling by public transport.

When to fly to Madrid Airport (MAD)

  • July is the most popular month for flights from New York Newark Airport to Madrid Airport. For a quieter experience, go to Madrid in March.

  • When reserving your flight from New York Newark Airport to Madrid Airport, think about the kind of weather you enjoy. July is the warmest month in Madrid, with temperatures ranging from 18ºC (64ºF) to 37ºC (99ºF).

  • January sees average temperatures of between 0ºC (32ºF) and 12ºC (54ºF). Search for cheap tickets from EWR to MAD sometime around then if you want to travel when it's cooler.

Explore more of Spain

  • Madrid has loads to offer, but there are so many other parts of Spain you'll want to see. Around 274 kilometres north-east of Madrid, a trip to Zaragoza will keep your itinerary packed. Start with attractions like Plaza del Pilar, La Seo del Salvador and Basílica de Nuestra Senora del Pilar.

  • Around 177 kilometres west of Madrid, Salamanca is another favourite stop in Spain. No visit is complete without checking out Catedral de Salamanca, Salamanca, Casco Historico and Plaza Mayor.

Plan the rest of your trip from New York to Madrid

Prices shown on this page are estimated lowest prices only. Found in the last 12 days.