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These are the airlines KAYAK users have selected most often from within our search results in flight searches from Zurich to Madrid, as well as popular online travel agencies
These are the airlines KAYAK users have selected most often from within our search results in flight searches from Zurich to Madrid, as well as popular online travel agencies
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Cheap Flight Deals from Zurich to Madrid (ZRH-MAD)

 
Here are some of the best deals found on KAYAK recently from the most popular airlines for round-trip flights from Zurich to Madrid that are departing in the next months. While these flights were available on KAYAK in the last 72 hours, prices and availability are subject to change and deals may expire.

Recent round-trip flight deals from Zurich to Madrid

KAYAK's recommended round-trip deals from the most popular airlines that fly from Zurich to Madrid.
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American Airlines Logo
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American Airlines
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TAAG Logo
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2h 30mdirect
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Air Europa Logo
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MAD-ZRH
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Air Europa
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Etihad Airways Logo
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MAD-ZRH
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MAD-ZRH
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Iberia Logo
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Air Serbia Logo
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Expert advice for your flight from Zurich to Madrid

 
Snippets provided in this section are AI-generated based on a summarization of KAYAK-commissioned articles. The articles are presented as-is, for general informational purposes only, and may not be up-to-date. The opinions contained in the articles are specific to the author and reflect their authentic experience, which may vary significantly from the experience of others.
KAYAK teamed up with top travel experts to share the best tips for your journey.
Airlines
Air Europa

Air Europa's Economy Flex allows ticket changes without penalty, ideal for flexible travel plans.


Air Europa offers speedy Wi-Fi onboard, perfect for staying connected during flights.

Iberia

Iberia offers priority check-in and boarding for business class, enhancing convenience for travelers.


Iberia's Wi-Fi is available on most flights, with free messaging for Iberia Plus members.

Read more about Iberiaby Marisa Garcia
SWISS

SWISS provides priority boarding for families with kids under five, ensuring a smoother experience.


SWISS offers free messaging Wi-Fi on long-haul flights, enhancing connectivity for passengers.

Read more about SWISSby Emily Zemler
Airports
ZRH

Zurich Airport's security is efficient, with quick-moving lines. Follow instructions and have liquids ready in a clear bag for a smoother experience.

Read more about ZRHby Emily Zemler
MAD

Madrid Airport is connected to the city via a fast metro line. The journey to the city center takes around 30-40 minutes.

Read more about MADby Ramsey Qubein
Our travel experts
Laura Ratliff

Laura Ratliff

Expert on Air Europa

Laura Ratliff

Laura Ratliff

Laura Ratliff is a New York-based writer and editor. She lives in downtown Brooklyn with her husband and their beloved dogs. Originally from Texas, she now considers New York City her home. She typically spends more than 200,000 miles on a plane each year and stays in plenty of hotels.

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Marisa Garcia

Marisa Garcia

Expert on Iberia

Marisa Garcia

Marisa Garcia

Marisa knows planes inside and out, spending 16 years working on aircraft in hangars at airports around the world. She is an aviation industry expert, specialized in airline interiors and regulations. Ten years ago, she pivoted to journalism. She shares her insights in leading aviation, travel, and business publications and on her site FlightChic.

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Emily Zemler

Emily Zemler

Expert on SWISS and ZRH

Emily Zemler

Emily Zemler

Emily is a freelance writer and book author based in London covering entertainment and travel. Her work has appeared in Los Angeles Times, Observer, and Conde Nast Traveler She has ventured to more than 40 countries and all seven continents, always in search of a great art museum. She has written extensively about hotels, luxury travel, and aviation.

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Ramsey Qubein

Ramsey Qubein

Expert on MAD

Ramsey Qubein

Ramsey Qubein

An avid traveler and aviation expert who has visited 173 countries, all 50 states and seven continents, Ramsey Qubein flies nearly 400,000 miles a year. As a North Carolina-based freelance journalist for publications including Conde Nast Traveler, Forbes, USA Today and Bloomberg among others, he explores the latest trends in aviation, hospitality, cruises and business.

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KAYAK's insights & trends for Zurich to Madrid flights

Get data-powered insights and trends into flights from Zurich to Madrid to help you find the cheapest flights, the best time to fly and much more.

What’s the cheapest day of the week to fly from Zurich to Madrid?

The average price of all round-trip flights from Zurich to Madrid clicked on KAYAK for each day over the last 12 months.
If you are looking for a flight deal from Zurich to Madrid, look for departures on Sundays and avoid leaving on a Friday, as it's usually the priciest day. When flying back from Madrid, Monday is the cheapest day to fly and Saturday is the most expensive.

What is the cheapest month to fly from Zurich to Madrid?

To calculate monthly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each month over the last year for round-trip flights from Zurich to Madrid, removes the top 0.1% to account for outliers, and then takes the median of all values for each month.
The cheapest month for flights from Zurich to Madrid is January, where tickets cost C$ 221 (return) on average. On the other hand, the most expensive months are July and December, where the average cost of round-trip tickets is C$ 441 and C$ 430 respectively.

Can I save money by flying with a layover from Zurich to Madrid?

The average round-trip price for all non-stop flights, flights with one layover, and flights with two layovers for the route found by users searching on KAYAK in the last 2 weeks.
No, with an average price for the route of C$ 311, prices are generally cheapest when you fly direct.

How far in advance should I book a flight from Zurich to Madrid?

To calculate weekly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each week before departure over the last year for round-trip flights from Zurich to Madrid, removes the top 0.1% to account for outliers, and then takes the average of all the values for each week.
To get a below average price on the flight from Zurich to Madrid, you should book around 8 weeks before departure. For the absolute cheapest price, our data suggests you should book 21 weeks before departure.

Good to know

Low season

January

High season

April
Best time to beat the crowds (34% less expensive on average)
Most popular time to fly (21% more expensive on average)

When to book flights from Zurich to Madrid

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Zurich to Madrid based on our flight data from the last year. Discover the cheapest month and even day to fly.
Estimated round-trip price
KAYAK looks at all historical flight data for each date to provide a predicted price for one-way trips or round-trips with a duration up to 40 days. While we try to provide actual minimum prices for each date, some prices are predictions and actual prices may differ.

FAQs for booking flights from Zurich to Madrid

  • Which airline offers flights from Zurich to Madrid with less carbon emissions?

    Ryanair offers flights from Zurich to Madrid and has been using sustainable aviation fuels (SAF), improving technological and operational efficiencies, and investing in new, more fuel-efficient aircraft. Ryanair has also launched customer carbon offsetting programs, such as its Flight Footprint Calculator, which allows customers to offset their carbon emissions by supporting environmental projects.

  • What transportation options are available from Madrid-Barajas Airport (MAD) to Madrid city center?

    Bus line 203 runs from MAD to the Atocha train station in central Madrid. The trip takes about 40 minutes and costs approximately €5-€6 ($6-$7). Another option is the Metro Line 8. The trip takes approximately 35 minutes and the cost is approximately €5 ($6). Alternatively, you can take the Cercanias trains which run from Terminal 4 to various destinations in the city center. The trip takes approximately 20-30 minutes and the cost ranges from €2.60-€4 ($3-$5). Taxis are also readily available at the airport and can take you directly to your destination in the city center.

  • What services does American Airlines offer to economy class passengers on flights from Zurich to Madrid?

    American Airlines offers a range of services to economy-class passengers on flights from Zurich to Madrid, including complimentary snacks, soft drinks, and entertainment options such as movies, TV shows, and music. Additional amenities such as Wi-Fi access, in-seat power outlets, and premium meal options are also available for purchase.

  • What is the luggage allowance on Air Serbia flights from Zurich to Madrid?

    Economy class passengers are allowed one free carry-on item with a maximum weight of 17 lbs. Passengers are also allowed to bring one personal item such as a purse or laptop bag. For checked baggage, two bags per passenger are allowed free of charge, and the size and weight allowances vary by fare type. For business class passengers, two carry-on items with a maximum combined weight of 22 lbs are allowed, along with one personal item. For checked baggage, the free allowance is two bags of up to 65 lbs each, with additional fees applied for excess baggage.

  • Which airlines offer Wi-Fi service onboard planes from Zurich to Madrid?

    SWISS, United Airlines, and Lufthansa offer inflight Wi-Fi service on the Zurich to Madrid flight route.

  • Which aircraft models fly most regularly from Zurich to Madrid?

    The Airbus A320-100/200 is the aircraft model that flies most regularly on the Zurich to Madrid flight route.

  • Which airline alliances offer flights from Zurich to Madrid?

    oneworld, SkyTeam, and Star Alliance are the airline alliances operating flights between Zurich and Madrid, with SkyTeam being the most commonly used for this route.

  • On which days can I fly direct from Zurich to Madrid?

    There are direct flights from Zurich to Madrid on a daily basis.

  • How does KAYAK find such low prices on flights from Zurich to Madrid?

    KAYAK is a travel search engine. That means we look across the web to find the best prices we can find for our users. With over 2 billion flight queries processed yearly, we are able to display a variety of prices and options on flights from Zurich to Madrid.

  • How does KAYAK's flight Price Forecast tool help me choose the right time to buy my flight ticket from Zurich to Madrid?

    KAYAK’s flight Price Forecast tool uses historical data to determine whether the price for a flight to Madrid from Zurich is likely to change within 7 days, so travelers know whether to wait or book now.

  • What is the Hacker Fare option on flights from Zurich to Madrid?

    Hacker Fares allow you to combine one-way tickets in order to save you money over a traditional round-trip ticket. You could then fly to Madrid with an airline and back to Zurich with another airline.

  • What is KAYAK's "flexible dates" feature and why should I care when looking for a flight from Zurich to Madrid?

    Sometimes travel dates aren't set in stone. If your preferred travel dates have some wiggle room, flexible dates will show you all the options when flying to Madrid from Zurich up to 3 days before/after your preferred dates. You can then pick the flights that suit you best.

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KAYAK’s top tips for finding a cheap flight from Zurich to Madrid

  • Looking for a cheap flight? 25% of our users found flights on this route for C$ 167 or less one-way and C$ 348 or less round-trip.
  • There are several cities that are served by Madrid-Barajas Airport (MAD) and can be easily accessed by public transportation or by car. Some of them include Alcala de Henares, Aranjuez, Avila, Buitrago del Lozoya, Rascafria, and El Escorial.
  • Air Europa offers a range of services to passengers with reduced mobility on flights from Zurich to Madrid. These services include companionship services, special meals, assistance with boarding and deplaning, and priority boarding.
  • Etihad Airways offers a range of services and amenities for families with children on board flights from Zurich to Madrid, including milk or food-warming services for babies available on board, sleeping devices, and leg rests permitted.
  • Passengers are allowed to travel with one pet each on Vueling flights from Zurich to Madrid. Only three pets are allowed per flight and pets should not weigh more than 22 lbs.
  • Zurich Airport (ZRH) is the principal hub for Swiss International Air Lines. Some of the services offered by the airline at ZRH include a limousine service for passengers flying in SWISS First, shuttle service for passengers flying in SWISS Business during peak hours, and access to SWISS Lounges for all passengers on flights from Zurich to Madrid.
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Prefer to fly direct from Zurich to Madrid?

Find which airlines fly direct from Zurich Airport to Madrid Barajas Airport, which days they fly and book direct flights.

Direct departures

Zurich to Madrid Barajas

Monday

Aeromexico,Air Europa,Air Serbia, +9 more

Aeromexico,Air Europa, +10 more

Tuesday

Aeromexico,Air Europa,Air Serbia, +8 more

Aeromexico,Air Europa, +9 more

Wednesday

Aeromexico,Air Europa,Air Serbia, +8 more

Aeromexico,Air Europa, +9 more

Thursday

Aeromexico,Air Europa,Air Serbia, +8 more

Aeromexico,Air Europa, +9 more

Friday

Aeromexico,Air Europa,Air Serbia, +9 more

Aeromexico,Air Europa, +10 more

Saturday

Aeromexico,Air Europa,Air Serbia, +8 more

Aeromexico,Air Europa, +9 more

Sunday

Aeromexico,Air Europa,Air Serbia, +8 more

Aeromexico,Air Europa, +9 more

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Direct returns

Madrid Barajas to Zurich

Monday

Aeromexico,Air Europa,Air Serbia, +9 more

Aeromexico,Air Europa, +10 more

Tuesday

Aeromexico,Air Europa,Air Serbia, +8 more

Aeromexico,Air Europa, +9 more

Wednesday

Aeromexico,Air Europa,Air Serbia, +8 more

Aeromexico,Air Europa, +9 more

Thursday

Aeromexico,Air Europa,Air Serbia, +8 more

Aeromexico,Air Europa, +9 more

Friday

Aeromexico,Air Europa,Air Serbia, +9 more

Aeromexico,Air Europa, +10 more

Saturday

Aeromexico,Air Europa,Air Serbia, +8 more

Aeromexico,Air Europa, +9 more

Sunday

Aeromexico,Air Europa,Air Serbia, +8 more

Aeromexico,Air Europa, +9 more

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Everything you need to know for your flight from Zurich to Madrid

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