Madrid to Barcelona
1h 01m The flight from Adolfo Suárez Madrid–Barajas Airport (MAD) to Josep Tarradellas Barcelona-El Prat Airport (BCN) covers 483 km (300 miles) and takes approximately 1h 01m gate to gate for a typical jet.
The route heads east on an initial great-circle bearing of 78°, passing near 40.9° N, 0.8° W at its midpoint.
The route
The great-circle path — the shortest line between the two airports across the curve of the earth. On a flat map it looks bent; on a globe it is straight.
Flight time at different cruise speeds
Aircraft type, winds and routing all move the real number. This is the same distance flown at different speeds, plus the 25-minute ground and climb allowance.
| Typical of | Cruise speed | Airborne | Gate to gate |
|---|---|---|---|
| Turboprop / regional | 550 km/h | 53m | 1h 18m |
| Narrowbody jet (A320, 737) | 780 km/h | 37m | 1h 02m |
| Widebody jet (777, 787, A350) | 900 km/h | 32m | 57m |
| Private jet (Gulfstream) | 850 km/h | 34m | 59m |
Headwinds on an eastbound long-haul routinely add 30–60 minutes; the same route westbound can be quicker. Airlines publish schedules with padding built in.
Both airports
| MAD | BCN | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport | Adolfo Suárez Madrid–Barajas Airport | Josep Tarradellas Barcelona-El Prat Airport |
| City | Madrid | Barcelona |
| Country | Spain | Spain |
| ICAO | LEMD | LEBL |
| Coordinates | 40.4934, -3.5722 | 41.2971, 2.0785 |
| Elevation | 1,998 ft | 12 ft |
Questions
How long is the flight from Madrid to Barcelona?
A non-stop flight from Madrid (MAD) to Barcelona (BCN) takes about 1h 01m. The great-circle distance is 483 km (300 miles, 261 nautical miles), flying east on an initial bearing of 78°.
How far is Madrid from Barcelona?
483 kilometres in a straight line over the earth's surface — 300 miles or 261 nautical miles. Actual flown distance is usually 2–5% longer because aircraft follow airways, avoid weather and route around restricted airspace.
Is there a non-stop flight between MAD and BCN?
This page calculates the direct-line time and distance; it does not track airline schedules. At 483 km the route is comfortably within range of a non-stop service if an airline chooses to fly it. Check an airline or booking site for what is actually scheduled.
Airport coordinates from OurAirports (public domain). Distance is a great-circle calculation; flight time uses the model described on the method page. Flight times are great-circle estimates for planning only — always check the airline's published schedule.