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Washington D.C..278 € per passenger.Departing Fri, 14 Nov, returning Sun, 30 Nov.Return flight with Fly Play.Outbound indirect flight with Fly Play, departs from Madrid on Fri, 14 Nov, arriving in Baltimore Washington International.Inbound indirect flight with Fly Play, departs from Baltimore Washington International on Sun, 30 Nov, arriving in Madrid.Price includes taxes and charges.From 278 €, select.
Washington D.C..281 € per passenger.Departing Mon, 2 Feb, returning Sun, 8 Feb.Return flight with Fly Play.Outbound indirect flight with Fly Play, departs from Madrid on Mon, 2 Feb, arriving in Baltimore Washington International.Inbound indirect flight with Fly Play, departs from Baltimore Washington International on Sun, 8 Feb, arriving in Madrid.Price includes taxes and charges.From 281 €, select.
Washington D.C..285 € per passenger.Departing Fri, 24 Oct, returning Sun, 30 Nov.Return flight with Fly Play.Outbound indirect flight with Fly Play, departs from Madrid on Fri, 24 Oct, arriving in Baltimore Washington International.Inbound indirect flight with Fly Play, departs from Baltimore Washington International on Sun, 30 Nov, arriving in Madrid.Price includes taxes and charges.From 285 €, select.
Washington D.C..318 € per passenger.Departing Mon, 23 Feb, returning Sun, 1 Mar.Return flight with Fly Play.Outbound indirect flight with Fly Play, departs from Madrid on Mon, 23 Feb, arriving in Baltimore Washington International.Inbound indirect flight with Fly Play, departs from Baltimore Washington International on Sun, 1 Mar, arriving in Madrid.Price includes taxes and charges.From 318 €, select.
Washington D.C..347 € per passenger.Departing Wed, 15 Oct, returning Thu, 23 Oct.Return flight with Fly Play.Outbound indirect flight with Fly Play, departs from Madrid on Wed, 15 Oct, arriving in Baltimore Washington International.Inbound indirect flight with Fly Play, departs from Baltimore Washington International on Thu, 23 Oct, arriving in Madrid.Price includes taxes and charges.From 347 €, select.
Washington D.C..370 € per passenger.Departing Fri, 9 May, returning Tue, 20 May.Return flight with Fly Play.Outbound indirect flight with Fly Play, departs from Madrid on Fri, 9 May, arriving in Baltimore Washington International.Inbound indirect flight with Fly Play, departs from Baltimore Washington International on Tue, 20 May, arriving in Madrid.Price includes taxes and charges.From 370 €, select.
Washington D.C..377 € per passenger.Departing Fri, 21 Nov, returning Sun, 7 Dec.Return flight with Fly Play.Outbound indirect flight with Fly Play, departs from Madrid on Fri, 21 Nov, arriving in Baltimore Washington International.Inbound indirect flight with Fly Play, departs from Baltimore Washington International on Sun, 7 Dec, arriving in Madrid.Price includes taxes and charges.From 377 €, select.
Washington D.C..379 € per passenger.Departing Wed, 24 Sep, returning Tue, 30 Sep.Return flight with Fly Play.Outbound indirect flight with Fly Play, departs from Madrid on Wed, 24 Sep, arriving in Baltimore Washington International.Inbound indirect flight with Fly Play, departs from Baltimore Washington International on Tue, 30 Sep, arriving in Madrid.Price includes taxes and charges.From 379 €, select.

Find the cheapest month to fly from Madrid to Washington D.C.

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Madrid to Washington D.C. flights are currently cheapest in November.
Apr
from 440 €
May
from 370 €
Jun
from 430 €
Jul
from 486 €
Aug
from 491 €
Sep
from 379 €
Oct
from 347 €
Nov
from 278 €
Dec
from 480 €
Jan
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Feb
from 281 €
Mar
from 472 €

Direct flights from Madrid to Washington D.C.

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Madrid to Washington D.C.: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight found278 €
Cheapest month to flyNovember
Average flight time9 hrs, 9 mins
Most popular airlineAir Canada
Average flights per week80

Finding cheap flights from Madrid to Washington D.C.: Frequently asked questions

There are 5 airports in Washington D.C.: Washington Ronald Reagan, Camp Springs Andrews AFB, Washington Dulles, Baltimore Washington International, and Manassas.
The best price we found for a return flight from Madrid to Washington D.C. is 278 €. 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.
9 hours and 9 minutes is the average flight time from Madrid to Washington D.C..
Air Canada, Lufthansa and United fly direct from Madrid to Washington D.C..
As of April 2025, there are 80 flights per week flying from Madrid to Washington D.C..
The cheapest month to fly from Madrid to Washington D.C. is usually April 2025.
If you're flying from Madrid Airport, the cheapest airport near Washington D.C. is Baltimore Washington International – which is 43.6 km away from the centre of Washington D.C.. We've found flights into this airport from 278 €.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Madrid Airport to Washington D.C. on Friday, 14 November 2025.
Yes – the average flight time is 9 hours and 9 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 Washington D.C. 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 Washington D.C. is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.
In April, the average temperature is usually around 12°C. July is typically the warmest month in Washington D.C., when it usually averages around 31°C. You can expect the least rain in February. The coldest month is January, with temperatures averaging -4°C. The rainiest month is September.
Currently, Fly Play and Finnair offer the cheapest flight tickets to Washington D.C..

Flying from Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport (MAD) to Washington DC: what you need to know

  • The timezone in Washington DC is UTC-4. The city is 5 hours behind Madrid, where Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport is located.

  • With 16 weekly flights between the two airports, Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport (MAD) to Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD) is the most popular route. United operates the earliest flight at 11:15. If you prefer to make the most of your day before taking off, the last flight from MAD to IAD is with Iberia at 16:20.

  • To ensure you catch your flight from MAD to Washington DC, allow plenty of time for things like baggage drop and finding your gate. Arriving two hours ahead of international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the general travel rule.

  • Flying during a peak time such as July? Public holidays and other popular periods can mean longer queues and delays at check-in and security. Be extra cautious and arrive up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours before a domestic departure.

  • You can book a nonstop flight from Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport to Washington DC that touches down at Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD).

  • Book your ticket with Iberia. This airline offers direct flights from Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport to Washington DC.

  • Think about adding a stopover to potentially find a cheaper flight from MAD to Washington DC. Simply deselect 'Direct flights only' when browsing the departures. Take a pause at one of these popular airports:

    • London Heathrow Airport (LHR)

    • Logan International Airport (BOS)

    • John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK)

  • If you hold a passport from Spain, you will need an ETA to visit United States. This applies when booking a cheap ticket from Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport to Washington DC for tourism purposes. Requirements may change if you're travelling for work or other reasons. Always consult official visa guidelines before you book and certainly before you fly.

  • Travelling from central Madrid to MAD takes around 37 minutes by public transport. If you ride-share, drive or take a cab, you'll cover the 18 kilometres in 26 minutes or so, depending on traffic conditions.

  • Want a relaxed start to your journey? Stay near MAD. Whether you're taking an early flight from Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport to Washington DC or just don't want to be rushed, these hotels are ideal:

How to find the cheapest flights from Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport (MAD) to Washington DC

  • 262 € is the lowest price we've seen for a one-way ticket from Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport to Washington DC. For a return flight on this route, the best price is 278 €. Depending on when you want to go and the availability, these fares can change.

  • Get cheap tickets from MAD to Washington DC by booking 9 months ahead. Based on our research, that's the sweet spot for picking up a bargain.

  • Plan your trip for May. That's the cheapest month for tickets from Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport to Washington DC. If you're flexible with your dates, use the 'Whole month' tool to see the lowest price across each month.

  • Set up a Price Alert for cheap tickets from MAD to Washington DC. You don't need to search every day to see if prices have fallen. We'll update you the moment there's a change in price.

  • Make the most of the filters to find your ideal trip. To see the 'Cheapest,' 'Best' or 'Fastest' flights from Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport to Washington DC, use the 'Sort by' function. You can also filter by arrival and departure times, airline, and journey duration.

Airports in Washington DC

Ronald Reagan National Airport (DCA)

  • Ronald Reagan National Airport (DCA) to central Washington DC is roughly 8 kilometres. It takes about 16 minutes to get to the centre driving.

  • Travelling to the centre on public transport takes about 43 minutes.

  • If you're arriving on a late flight from Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport to Washington DC, few things beat the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Grab your luggage from the carousel and then be showered and snoozing not long after at one of these hotels near DCA:

Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD)

  • As soon as your flight from Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport to Washington DC has landed, you can make your way to the city centre in about 51 minutes by car. Central Washington DC is roughly 56 kilometres from Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD).

  • You can also opt for public transport, which will take roughly 3 hours and 26 minutes.

  • After your flight from MAD to Washington DC, rest your head at a hotel close to IAD. These are some comfortable accommodation options that'll help you sink into relaxation mode:

Best time to go to Washington DC

  • July is the most popular month for flights from Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport to Washington DC. To avoid the crowds, plan your trip to Washington DC in May when things are quieter.

  • Before you book a flight from Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport to Washington DC, think about the type of weather you enjoy. July is the warmest month in Washington DC, with temperatures ranging from 19ºC to 33ºC.

  • January has average temperatures of between -6ºC and 10ºC. Look for cheap flights from MAD to Washington DC sometime around then if you like cooler conditions.

More about Washington DC

  • When it comes to looking for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the top stays in Washington DC right here. Check out these hotels after locking in your flight from Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport to Washington DC:

  • White House Historical Association and The White House are just two of the leading attractions to put on your Washington DC itinerary. Continue your sightseeing adventures at National Mall.

Complete your Washington DC trip with a car rental

  • Select one of our car rentals in Washington DC and see the sights in your own time. Easily compare companies in one go to find your ideal ride after booking your hotel and cheap flights from Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport to Washington DC.

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