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Cheapest deal$152
Cheapest monthJanuary
Average flight duration4 hours and 33 minutes
Most popular airlineTurkish Airlines

Find the cheapest month to fly from Istanbul to Madrid

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

Direct flights from Istanbul to Madrid

Istanbul to Madrid: Alternative routes

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

Finding cheap flights from Istanbul to Madrid: Frequently asked questions

The best price we found for a round-trip flight from Istanbul to Madrid is $152. 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.
4 hours and 33 minutes is the average flight time from Istanbul to Madrid.
Turkish Airlines, Uzbekistan Airways and IndiGo fly direct from Istanbul to Madrid.
There are 223 flights per week flying from Istanbul to Madrid, as of December 2025.
The cheapest month to fly from Istanbul to Madrid is usually January.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Istanbul Airport to Madrid Airport on Wednesday, January 21, 2026.
Yes – the average flight time is 4 hours and 33 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, Wizz Air UK and Air Europa offer the cheapest flight tickets to Madrid.

Traveling from Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST) to Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport (MAD): what you need to know

  • Around 4 hours 30 minutes is how long you can expect to be in the air on a direct flight from Istanbul Ataturk Airport to Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport.

  • Madrid is two hours behind Istanbul and follows the UTC+1 timezone.

  • Choose from 34 weekly Istanbul Ataturk Airport to Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport flights. The 07:05 departure with Turkish Airlines is the earliest flight you can take. Turkish Airlines operates the latest service of the day at 20:50.

  • For a smooth journey, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This will give you enough time to board your IST to MAD flight.

  • During popular months like April, you'll want to get to the airport earlier than usual. Plan to arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead of an international flight whenever you're traveling during peak periods in general.

  • Turkish Airlines is your gateway to discovering Madrid (and perhaps some other exciting corners of Spain!). Browse the direct flights from Istanbul Ataturk Airport to Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport offered by this airline.

  • Turkish Airlines is the airline with the highest passenger demand for this route.

  • If you want to explore another city along the way, simply deselect 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Istanbul Ataturk Airport to Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport. These are the top stopovers between IST and MAD:

    • Split Airport

    • Barcelona-El Prat Airport

    • Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport

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

  • Currently, $66 is the lowest price we've found for a one-way Istanbul Ataturk Airport to Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport flight. The best price for a return ticket is $152. Keep in mind that fares could change due to availability when booking.

  • Score cheap tickets from IST to MAD by booking at least six months ahead. Based on our research, that's the sweet spot for picking up a bargain.

  • The cheapest month for flights from Istanbul Ataturk Airport to Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport is May. Use the 'Whole month' tool to find the lowest prices if you have a flexible schedule.

  • Never miss a deal on cheap flights from IST to MAD by setting up a Price Alert. You'll get an email or push notification on the app when fares go down.

  • Tailor your flights using filters. Pick your ideal departure and arrival times, airlines and total journey duration. You can also sort results by 'Cheapest,' 'Fastest' or 'Best' flights from Istanbul Ataturk Airport to Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport.

Handy information about Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST)

  • To reach Istanbul Ataturk Airport from central Istanbul, it'll take about 50 minutes by car. This depends on traffic though. It's approximately 48 kilometers from the airport to the city center.

  • Planning to take public transport? Expect a journey time of around 1 hour 45 minutes.

  • Get your journey off to a hassle-free start by staying near IST. Whether you've booked an early flight from Istanbul Ataturk Airport to Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport or just don't want to be rushed, these stays have you covered:

Arriving at Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport (MAD)

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

  • Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport to central Madrid has a drive time of around 25 minutes. It's approximately 18 kilometers away.

  • It typically takes 35 minutes to get there by public transport.

When to fly to Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport (MAD)

  • It's time to pick your travel dates for your flight from Istanbul Ataturk Airport to Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport. July is the most popular month to head to Madrid. If you'd like a quieter vibe, go in April.

  • Book your flight from Istanbul Ataturk Airport to Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport for July if you want to explore Madrid during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures of between 17ºC (63ºF) and 36ºC (97ºF).

  • January has average temperatures of between 0ºC (32ºF) and 11ºC (52ºF). Look for cheap tickets from IST to MAD around that time if you want to travel when it's cooler.

Explore more of Spain

  • You've done Madrid, now it's time to discover more of Spain. Journey around 274 kilometers north-east to Zaragoza to check off its popular sights. From Puente de Piedra to Museo Pablo Gargallo and El Tubo, you'll have a full itinerary ahead.

  • If you're looking to explore another corner of Spain, consider Salamanca, roughly 177 kilometers west of Madrid. Plaza Mayor, S.O.U. Servicio de Orientación al Universitario. Universidad de Salamanca and Pontifical University of Salamanca are the start of reasons to visit.

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