What is the most punctual flight time for Orlando to Madrid flights?

Generally, flights departing at night tend to experience fewer delays. Flights in the morning have, in the past, seen delays more frequently in comparison.

How many flights depart from Orlando Airport to Madrid on average per day?

4 flights are operational daily from Orlando Airport to Madrid as of December 2025. The most popular departure time for this route is 5:00PM, with 100% of flights per day taking off in the afternoon.

What airlines fly to Madrid?

Iberia, American Airlines and Delta are the top three most popular airlines that fly to Madrid from Orlando Airport according to our data. Iberia is the first choice among our users, with 46% of people opting to fly with this airline when traveling to Madrid. Keep in mind that there are 14 different airlines that fly to Madrid on a routine basis, so you have a few additional options to choose from.

How often are flights from Orlando to Madrid delayed?

Historically, on average around 38% of flights between Orlando and Madrid have experienced a delay on any given week. The average delay length over the past 12 months has been 119 minutes.

How many flights depart from Orlando Airport to Madrid on average per week?

28 flights are operational weekly from Orlando Airport to Madrid as of December 2025. The most popular departure day for this route is Fri, with 36% of flights per week taking off on this day.

Which layover airport offers the lowest fares from Orlando Airport to Madrid?

Flights via Montreal (YUL) offer the lowest average round-trip price of $572.

What day of the week experiences the fewest flight delays on this route?

Saturday is statistically the day of the week which experiences the fewest number of delays on this flight route. Sunday has historically seen more delays on average compared to the rest of the week.

Which airport is the most popular layover for flights between Orlando Airport and Madrid?

Atlanta (ATL) was the most common stop: 34% of momondo users choosing 1-stop flights on this route connected there.

Which layover airport has the shortest travel time from Orlando Airport to Madrid?

Flights connecting via Atlanta (ATL) have the shortest average one-way travel time: 11h 24m.

Which airline has the best punctuality record on Orlando to Madrid flights?

According to our data, Iberojet have had the least number of delays on this route over the last 12 months; with about 18% of their flights experiencing any sort of delay.

Which layover airport has the shortest connection time from Orlando Airport to Madrid?

Atlanta (ATL) has the shortest average layover time for this route: 1h 46m.

When did momondo last update prices for flights from Orlando Airport to Madrid Barajas Airport?

Prices for flights from Orlando Airport to Madrid Barajas Airport were last updated today.

How many operators does momondo search for flights from Orlando Airport to Madrid Barajas Airport?

As of December 2025, there are 14 operators available to choose from for flights from Orlando Airport to Madrid Barajas Airport.

How old do you have to be to fly from Orlando Airport to Madrid Barajas Airport?

Although the minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UMNR) service may have their own age limits, which could be impacted by factors such as flight length, timing, and layovers. It is recommended that you verify with the airline you are booking with for travel from Orlando Airport to Madrid Barajas Airport.

What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Madrid Barajas Airport?

The travel and health documents you'll need for your trip to Madrid Barajas Airport may differ based on your itinerary and personal situation. Typically, you should have several documents on hand, such as a national ID card or driver's license and a passport that is valid for six months after your intended arrival at Madrid Barajas Airport. It is always advisable to seek advice from your airline or a trusted third party, such as IATA.

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What is the cheapest month to fly to Madrid?

The month of October is, on average, the cheapest month to fly to Madrid from Orlando Airport, with most prices found around $587. If you don’t want to visit Madrid in October, then you should wait until February to fly from Orlando Airport, when ticket prices are also cheap, with an average price of $595.

What is the cheapest day to depart on your flight to Madrid?

The cheapest day to depart on your flight to Madrid is on a Wednesday when prices can be found for as low as $627. This is often the case because there is less demand to fly during this day of the week. Be sure to avoid booking your departure on a Saturday as prices are generally higher than usual. According to our data, the average ticket price to Madrid on Saturday is $788.

What is the cheapest time of day to depart on your flight to Madrid?

Flying to Madrid from Orlando Airport in the afternoon is the least expensive time of day to depart. momondo users have found prices as low as $676 when looking at flights departing in the afternoon. Flights to Madrid are more costly at noon, with an average ticket price of $879. Departure times at noon fall within the peak daily travel times, which is why tickets can be more expensive.

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

You are more likely to see cheaper flights to Madrid from Orlando Airport when booking weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to Madrid for around $771 when searching weeks out. However, flight prices might be lower outside of this timeframe. For example, people recently found flights to Madrid from Orlando Airport for as low as $603 on momondo.

What cabin class options are available on Orlando to Madrid Barajas flights?

There are 3 cabin classes available to choose from on Orlando to Madrid Barajas flights. Cabin price and availability will vary by airline so perform a search above to find the right deals for you.

Can stopping save me money on Orlando Airport to Madrid flights?

You could potentially save up to 10% on your flight if you consider stops on a Orlando Airport to Madrid flight.

How have Orlando Airport to Madrid flight prices changed over time?

As of December 2025, prices for Orlando Airport to Madrid flights are approximately 2% cheaper when compared to flights at the same time last year.

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Best Price Found	$476
Fastest flight time	8h 35m
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The best one-way flight to Madrid from Orlando Airport in the past 72 hours is $476. The best round-trip flight deal from Orlando Airport to Madrid found on momondo in the last 72 hours is $516.

The fastest flight from Orlando Airport to Madrid takes 8h 35m

Direct flights go from Orlando Airport to Madrid on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Saturday and Sunday. There are no airlines offering direct flights.

There is 1 airport in Madrid. From Orlando Airport there are direct flights to Madrid Barajas (MAD).

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How far is Orlando to Madrid Barajas by plane?
The straight-line distance from Orlando to Madrid Barajas is 4357.0 mi. Typically, this will take 8h 35m by plane in normal conditions.
When did momondo last update prices for flights from Orlando Airport to Madrid Barajas Airport?
Prices for flights from Orlando Airport to Madrid Barajas Airport were last updated today.
How many operators does momondo search for flights from Orlando Airport to Madrid Barajas Airport?
As of December 2025, there are 14 operators available to choose from for flights from Orlando Airport to Madrid Barajas Airport.
How old do you have to be to fly from Orlando Airport to Madrid Barajas Airport?
Although the minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UMNR) service may have their own age limits, which could be impacted by factors such as flight length, timing, and layovers. It is recommended that you verify with the airline you are booking with for travel from Orlando Airport to Madrid Barajas Airport.
What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Madrid Barajas Airport?
The travel and health documents you'll need for your trip to Madrid Barajas Airport may differ based on your itinerary and personal situation. Typically, you should have several documents on hand, such as a national ID card or driver's license and a passport that is valid for six months after your intended arrival at Madrid Barajas Airport. It is always advisable to seek advice from your airline or a trusted third party, such as IATA.
What is the most popular plane model from Orlando Airport to Madrid?
Based on momondo bookings for this flight route, the most popular plane model on flight routes from Orlando Airport to Madrid is Airbus A330-300 (49.65% of total bookings). The next most popular plane models are Airbus A330 (40.72%), Airbus A330-200 (7.09%), and Airbus A350-900 (0.83%).
What is the most popular airline from Orlando Airport to Madrid?
Based on momondo bookings for this flight route, the most popular airline on flight routes from Orlando Airport to Madrid is Iberia (27% of total bookings). The next most popular airlines are American Airlines (17%), Delta (8%), and Iberojet (7%).

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Finnair	PriceFrom $422	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.6 1,337 reviews	Search Finnair flights
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Iberia	PriceFrom $460	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.0 3,052 reviews	Search Iberia flights
Air Canada	PriceFrom $473	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.1 10,527 reviews	Search Air Canada flights
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British Airways	PriceFrom $511	Free Cancellation	Rating 6.7 7,579 reviews	Search British Airways flights
American Airlines	PriceFrom $520	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.2 11,048 reviews	Search American Airlines flights
Air France	PriceFrom $548	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.4 1,506 reviews	Search Air France flights

Finnair Flights From Orlando Airport to Madrid
Finnair operates around 5 flights from Orlando Airport to Madrid every week. The average price of these flights found in the last 72 hours has been $579, but momondo users have found Finnair deals from Orlando Airport to Madrid from as low as $422 round-trip. Finnair has been scored 7.6/10 in 1,337 reviews.
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Across 11,048 American Airlines reviews on momondo, the average score is 7.2/10. American Airlines flies from Orlando Airport to Madrid about 5 times each week, with ticket deals ranging from $520 to $843. Price data is based on momondo searches in the last 72 hours.

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Can stopping save me money on Orlando Airport to Madrid flights?

You could potentially save up to 10% on your flight if you consider stops on a Orlando Airport to Madrid flight.

How have Orlando Airport to Madrid flight prices changed over time?

As of December 2025, prices for Orlando Airport to Madrid flights are approximately 2% cheaper when compared to flights at the same time last year.

What airlines fly to Madrid?

How often are flights from Orlando to Madrid delayed?

Historically, on average around 38% of flights between Orlando and Madrid have experienced a delay on any given week. The average delay length over the past 12 months has been 119 minutes.

What is the most punctual flight time for Orlando to Madrid flights?

Generally, flights departing at night tend to experience fewer delays. Flights in the morning have, in the past, seen delays more frequently in comparison.

What day of the week experiences the fewest flight delays on this route?

Saturday is statistically the day of the week which experiences the fewest number of delays on this flight route. Sunday has historically seen more delays on average compared to the rest of the week.

Which airline has the best punctuality record on Orlando to Madrid flights?

According to our data, Iberojet have had the least number of delays on this route over the last 12 months; with about 18% of their flights experiencing any sort of delay.

Which airport is the most popular layover for flights between Orlando Airport and Madrid?

Atlanta (ATL) was the most common stop: 34% of momondo users choosing 1-stop flights on this route connected there.

Which layover airport offers the lowest fares from Orlando Airport to Madrid?

Flights via Montreal (YUL) offer the lowest average round-trip price of $572.

Which layover airport has the shortest travel time from Orlando Airport to Madrid?

Flights connecting via Atlanta (ATL) have the shortest average one-way travel time: 11h 24m.

Which layover airport has the shortest connection time from Orlando Airport to Madrid?

Atlanta (ATL) has the shortest average layover time for this route: 1h 46m.

How many flights depart from Orlando Airport to Madrid on average per day?

4 flights are operational daily from Orlando Airport to Madrid as of December 2025. The most popular departure time for this route is 5:00PM, with 100% of flights per day taking off in the afternoon.

How many flights depart from Orlando Airport to Madrid on average per week?

28 flights are operational weekly from Orlando Airport to Madrid as of December 2025. The most popular departure day for this route is Fri, with 36% of flights per week taking off on this day.

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