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Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from Madrid Airport to Zayed International Airport? If you want to travel next month, return fares start from R 6,579. Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.
Abu Dhabi.R 2,106 per passenger.Departing Mon, 16 Nov.One-way flight with Wizz Air.Outbound indirect flight with Wizz Air, departs from Madrid on Mon, 16 Nov, arriving in Zayed International.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 2,106, select.
Abu Dhabi.R 2,109 per passenger.Departing Mon, 11 Jan.One-way flight with Ryanair.Outbound indirect flight with Ryanair, departs from Madrid on Mon, 11 Jan, arriving in Zayed International.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 2,109, select.
Abu Dhabi.R 2,146 per passenger.Departing Wed, 24 Feb.One-way flight with Pegasus Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Pegasus Airlines, departs from Madrid on Wed, 24 Feb, arriving in Zayed International.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 2,146, select.
Abu Dhabi.R 2,323 per passenger.Departing Wed, 9 Dec.One-way flight with Pegasus Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Pegasus Airlines, departs from Madrid on Wed, 9 Dec, arriving in Zayed International.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 2,323, select.
Abu Dhabi.R 2,352 per passenger.Departing Wed, 17 Mar.One-way flight with Ryanair.Outbound indirect flight with Ryanair, departs from Madrid on Wed, 17 Mar, arriving in Zayed International.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 2,352, select.
Abu Dhabi.R 2,733 per passenger.Departing Sun, 25 Oct.One-way flight with Pegasus Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Pegasus Airlines, departs from Madrid on Sun, 25 Oct, arriving in Zayed International.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 2,733, select.
Abu Dhabi.R 2,771 per passenger.Departing Wed, 26 Aug.One-way flight with Pegasus Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Pegasus Airlines, departs from Madrid on Wed, 26 Aug, arriving in Zayed International.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 2,771, select.
Abu Dhabi.R 2,771 per passenger.Departing Tue, 8 Sep.One-way flight with Pegasus Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Pegasus Airlines, departs from Madrid on Tue, 8 Sep, arriving in Zayed International.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 2,771, select.
Abu Dhabi.R 2,771 per passenger.Departing Wed, 8 Jul.One-way flight with Pegasus Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Pegasus Airlines, departs from Madrid on Wed, 8 Jul, arriving in Zayed International.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 2,771, select.
Abu Dhabi.R 4,283 per passenger.Departing Mon, 17 May.One-way flight with Wizz Air Malta.Outbound indirect flight with Wizz Air Malta, departs from Madrid on Mon, 17 May, arriving in Zayed International.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 4,283, select.
Abu Dhabi.R 6,350 per passenger.Departing Thu, 15 Apr.One-way flight with Iberia.Outbound indirect flight with Iberia, departs from Madrid on Thu, 15 Apr, arriving in Zayed International.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 6,350, select.
Abu Dhabi.R 8,564 per passenger.Departing Wed, 2 Dec.One-way flight with Etihad Airways.Outbound direct flight with Etihad Airways departs from Madrid on Wed, 2 Dec, arriving in Zayed International.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 8,564, select.
Abu Dhabi.R 8,667 per passenger.Departing Mon, 9 Nov.One-way flight with Etihad Airways.Outbound direct flight with Etihad Airways departs from Madrid on Mon, 9 Nov, arriving in Zayed International.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 8,667, select.
Abu Dhabi.R 8,682 per passenger.Departing Tue, 5 Jan.One-way flight with Etihad Airways.Outbound direct flight with Etihad Airways departs from Madrid on Tue, 5 Jan, arriving in Zayed International.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 8,682, select.
Abu Dhabi.R 8,714 per passenger.Departing Tue, 22 Sep.One-way flight with Etihad Airways.Outbound direct flight with Etihad Airways departs from Madrid on Tue, 22 Sep, arriving in Zayed International.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 8,714, select.
Abu Dhabi.R 8,928 per passenger.Departing Tue, 11 Aug.One-way flight with Etihad Airways.Outbound direct flight with Etihad Airways departs from Madrid on Tue, 11 Aug, arriving in Zayed International.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 8,928, select.

Find the cheapest month to fly from Madrid to Zayed International

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Madrid to Zayed International flights are currently cheapest in November.
Jul
from R 2,771
Aug
from R 2,771
Sep
from R 2,771
Oct
from R 2,733
Nov
from R 2,106
Dec
from R 2,323
Jan
from R 2,109
Feb
from R 2,146
Mar
from R 2,352
Apr
from R 6,350
May
from R 4,283
Jun
from R 24,454

Direct flights from Madrid to Zayed International

Madrid to Zayed International: Alternative routes

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

Zayed International

18km from central Abu Dhabi
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from R 2,106
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Dubai Al Maktoum International

88km from central Abu Dhabi
from R 3,648
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Madrid to Abu Dhabi: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight foundR 2,106
Cheapest month to flyNovember
Average flight time6 hrs, 50 mins
Most popular airlineEtihad Airways
Average flights per week74

Finding cheap flights from Madrid to Zayed International: Frequently asked questions

The best price we found for a return flight from Madrid to Zayed International is R 4,735. 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.
6 hours and 50 minutes is the average flight time from Madrid to Zayed International.
Etihad Airways, Air Europa and Avianca fly direct from Madrid to Zayed International.
As of July 2026, there are 74 flights per week flying from Madrid to Zayed International.
The cheapest month to fly from Madrid to Zayed International is usually January.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Madrid Airport to Zayed International Airport on Sunday, 17 January 2027.
Yes – the average flight time is 6 hours and 50 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 Zayed International 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 Abu Dhabi is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.

Currently, Ryanair and Etihad Airways offer the cheapest flight tickets to Zayed International.

Travelling from Madrid Airport (MAD) to Zayed International Airport (AUH): what you need to know

  • The average length of a direct flight from Madrid Airport to Zayed International Airport is 6 hours 50 minutes.

  • Abu Dhabi's timezone is UTC+4, making Abu Dhabi three hours ahead of Madrid.

  • Flights from MAD to AUH start from 09:45 — the first with Etihad Airways. The latest departure is at 21:45 with Etihad Airways. In total, you can take your pick of 14 weekly Madrid Airport to Zayed International Airport flights.

  • For a smooth journey, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This will give you enough time to catch your MAD to AUH flight.

  • During popular months such as July, you'll want to get to the airport even earlier. Plan to arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead of an international flight when you travel during peak periods in general.

  • Jetting into Abu Dhabi (and then exploring more of the United Arab Emirates!) is easy with Etihad Airways. This popular airline offers direct flights from Madrid Airport to Zayed International Airport.

  • Most passengers choose to travel with Etihad Airways on this route.

  • With a dependable 82.4% of services arriving as scheduled, Etihad Airways is the most punctual carrier operating MAD to AUH flights.

  • Consider adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Madrid Airport to Zayed International Airport. Just uncheck 'Direct flights only' to break up your trip, or perhaps explore a new destination along the way. Check out these options between MAD and AUH:

    • Barcelona Airport

    • Athens International Airport

    • Zurich Airport

How to find the cheapest flights from Madrid Airport (MAD) to Zayed International Airport (AUH)

  • Currently, R 2,106 is the lowest price we've found for a one-way Madrid Airport to Zayed International Airport flight. The best price for a return plane ticket is R 4,735. Keep in mind that fares can change due to availability at the time of booking.

  • To get your hands on cheap tickets from MAD to AUH, book ahead. Airlines tend to offer lower prices when flights are first released.

  • The cheapest month for flights from Madrid Airport to Zayed International Airport is May. Use the 'Whole month' tool to find the lowest airfares if you have a flexible travel schedule.

  • Save time looking for cheap flights from MAD to AUH by setting up a Price Alert. You'll receive an email or push notification on the app when a lower fare becomes available.

  • Find the right flight for you by using the filters. To see the 'Cheapest,' 'Best' or 'Fastest' flights from Madrid Airport to Zayed International Airport, use the 'Sort by' tool. You can also filter by airline, departure and arrival times, and number of stops.

Handy information about Madrid Airport (MAD)

  • 77% of flights departing from Madrid Airport arrive at their destination on schedule.

  • To get to Madrid Airport from central Madrid, it takes about 20 minutes if you're going by car. This depends on traffic, however. It's approximately 13 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.

  • Planning to catch public transport? Expect a journey time of around 30 minutes.

  • Looking for a convenient hotel near MAD? If you're boarding an early flight from Madrid Airport to Zayed International Airport, these accommodation options will put you moments from your departure gate:

Arriving at Zayed International Airport (AUH)

When to fly to Zayed International Airport (AUH)

  • It's time to choose your trip dates for your flight from Madrid Airport to Zayed International Airport. December is the most popular month to head to Abu Dhabi. If you'd like a more laid-back vibe, go in May.

  • Book your flight from Madrid Airport to Zayed International Airport for August if you want to visit Abu Dhabi during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures of between 30ºC (86ºF) and 42ºC (108ºF).

  • Look for cheap tickets from MAD to AUH in January if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 14ºC (57ºF) and 25ºC (77ºF) on average.

Explore more of the United Arab Emirates

  • You've visited Abu Dhabi, now it's time to explore other parts of the United Arab Emirates. Travel about 121 kilometres north-east to Dubai to check off its top sights. From Burj Khalifa to Dubai Opera and Dubai Gold Souk, there's plenty to keep you busy.

  • Around 145 kilometres north-east of Abu Dhabi, Sharjah is another essential stop in the United Arab Emirates. Experience major highlights starting with Rain Room, Al Noor Mosque and Adventureland.

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