£49 Cheap Flights from Madrid (MAD) to Santander (SDR)

Q: How much are return flights from Madrid to Santander?

The best price we found for a return flight from Madrid to Santander is £49. 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.

Q: How long does it take to fly from Madrid to Santander?

1 hour and 10 minutes is the average flight time from Madrid to Santander.

Q: Which airlines fly direct from Madrid to Santander?

Vueling Airlines, Iberia and Air Nostrum fly direct from Madrid to Santander.

Q: How many flights are there a week from Madrid to Santander?

As of May 2025, there are 104 flights per week flying from Madrid to Santander.

Q: When is the cheapest time to fly from Madrid to Santander?

The cheapest month to fly from Madrid to Santander is usually May 2025.

Q: Which upcoming date is cheapest to fly from Madrid Airport to Santander Airport on?

After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Madrid Airport to Santander Airport on Thursday, 12 June 2025 .

Q: Can I get a direct flight from Madrid Airport to Santander Airport?

Yes – the average flight time is 1 hour and 10 minutes.

Q: How can I find the best flight deal to Santander?

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 Santander 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.

Q: When is the best time to book flights to Santander?

We crunched all the numbers in our flight calendar and it looks like the cheapest time to book a flight to Santander is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.

Q: Which is the cheapest airline to fly from Madrid Airport to Santander with?

Currently, Iberia offers the cheapest flight tickets to Santander.

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Santander.£49 per passenger.Departing Thu, 12 Jun, returning Sat, 14 Jun.Return flight with Iberia.Outbound direct flight with Iberia departs from Madrid on Thu, 12 Jun, arriving in Santander.Inbound direct flight with Iberia departs from Santander on Sat, 14 Jun, arriving in Madrid.Price includes taxes and charges.From £49, select.

Santander.£51 per passenger.Departing Thu, 17 Jul, returning Fri, 18 Jul.Return flight with Iberia.Outbound direct flight with Iberia departs from Madrid on Thu, 17 Jul, arriving in Santander.Inbound direct flight with Iberia departs from Santander on Fri, 18 Jul, arriving in Madrid.Price includes taxes and charges.From £51, select.

Santander.£57 per passenger.Departing Thu, 2 Oct, returning Sun, 5 Oct.Return flight with Iberia.Outbound direct flight with Iberia departs from Madrid on Thu, 2 Oct, arriving in Santander.Inbound direct flight with Iberia departs from Santander on Sun, 5 Oct, arriving in Madrid.Price includes taxes and charges.From £57, select.

Santander.£57 per passenger.Departing Sat, 2 Aug, returning Fri, 8 Aug.Return flight with Iberia.Outbound direct flight with Iberia departs from Madrid on Sat, 2 Aug, arriving in Santander.Inbound direct flight with Iberia departs from Santander on Fri, 8 Aug, arriving in Madrid.Price includes taxes and charges.From £57, select.

Santander.£57 per passenger.Departing Tue, 2 Sep, returning Sat, 6 Sep.Return flight with Iberia.Outbound direct flight with Iberia departs from Madrid on Tue, 2 Sep, arriving in Santander.Inbound direct flight with Iberia departs from Santander on Sat, 6 Sep, arriving in Madrid.Price includes taxes and charges.From £57, select.

Santander.£60 per passenger.Departing Wed, 10 Dec, returning Sat, 13 Dec.Return flight with Iberia.Outbound direct flight with Iberia departs from Madrid on Wed, 10 Dec, arriving in Santander.Inbound direct flight with Iberia departs from Santander on Sat, 13 Dec, arriving in Madrid.Price includes taxes and charges.From £60, select.

Santander.£60 per passenger.Departing Thu, 13 Nov, returning Sun, 16 Nov.Return flight with Iberia.Outbound direct flight with Iberia departs from Madrid on Thu, 13 Nov, arriving in Santander.Inbound direct flight with Iberia departs from Santander on Sun, 16 Nov, arriving in Madrid.Price includes taxes and charges.From £60, select.

Santander.£60 per passenger.Departing Mon, 9 Feb, returning Fri, 20 Feb.Return flight with Iberia.Outbound direct flight with Iberia departs from Madrid on Mon, 9 Feb, arriving in Santander.Inbound direct flight with Iberia departs from Santander on Fri, 20 Feb, arriving in Madrid.Price includes taxes and charges.From £60, select.

Find the cheapest month to fly from Madrid to Santander

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

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Madrid to Santander: Flight information

The things to know before you go.

Cheapest flight found	£49
Cheapest month to fly	June
Average flight time	1 hr, 10 mins
Most popular airline	Vueling Airlines
Average flights per week	104

Finding cheap flights from Madrid to Santander: Frequently asked questions

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Which airlines fly direct from Madrid to Santander?

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When is the cheapest time to fly from Madrid to Santander?

Which upcoming date is cheapest to fly from Madrid Airport to Santander Airport on?

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Travelling from Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport (MAD) to Santander Airport (SDR): what you need to know

Jump on a direct flight from Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport to Santander Airport and you'll be travelling for an average of 1 hour 10 minutes.
Madrid and Santander share the same timezone, UTC+1.
Flights from MAD to SDR start at 07:40 — the earliest with Iberia. The last service of the day is at 19:55 with Iberia. In total, you can choose from 330 weekly Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport to Santander Airport flights.
Arrive at the airport on time so you don't miss your MAD to SDR flight. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid the stress of rushing.
Travelling during a peak time like July? Major public holidays and other high seasons can lead to longer queues and delays at security. Play it safe and get there up to four hours before an international flight and two hours before a domestic departure.
Iberia has direct flights from Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport to Santander Airport. Book with this popular carrier, then get ready to discover the sights in Santander — and maybe even more of Spain if your schedule allows.
Iberia is the airline most travellers choose to fly with on this route.
With an impressive 87.79% of services arriving on schedule, Iberia has the best on-time record for MAD to SDR flights.
If you want to explore another city along the way, just uncheck 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport to Santander Airport. These are the top stopovers between MAD and SDR:
- Vigo Airport
- Ibiza Airport
- Palma de Mallorca Airport

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

The lowest price we've seen for a one-way Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport to Santander Airport flight is £29. A return plane ticket is currently £49. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares may change.
To get cheap tickets from MAD to SDR, reserve your trip six months before your planned departure.
Schedule your trip for May. That's the cheapest month for flights from Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport to Santander Airport. If you're flexible with your dates, try out the 'Whole month' tool to find the lowest price across every month.
You won't have to check every day to find out if fares have dropped when you create a Price Alert. We'll update you as soon as there's a change in price on cheap flights from MAD to SDR.
Discover the right flight for you by using the filters. To see the 'Best,' 'Fastest' or 'Cheapest' flights from Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport to Santander Airport, use the 'Sort by' tool. You can also filter by arrival and departure times, airline, and journey duration.

Handy information about Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport (MAD)

Of all flights departing from Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport, 78.23% land on time at their destination.
Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport is about 11 miles from central Madrid. If you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving from the centre, it'll take 25 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.
Catching public transport? You can expect a journey time of around 35 minutes.
Catching an early flight from Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport to Santander Airport? Avoid the last-minute rush to the airport (and sneak in some extra precious sleep) by choosing one of these stays close to MAD:

Arriving at Santander Airport (SDR)

The last thing you need is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport to Santander Airport flight. Stay at one of these accommodation options near SDR instead:
Hit the road running by picking up a Santander Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Click and Rent, Goldcar or OK Mobility and explore beyond Santander's usual tourist stops.
Lock in the best possible rate by booking your vehicle from Santander Airport about three weeks ahead of your trip.

Getting from Santander Airport (SDR) to central Santander

From Santander Airport, Santander is approximately 4 miles away. It takes around 10 minutes to get to the centre driving.
When travelling on public transport, expect a journey time of about 40 minutes.

When to fly to Santander Airport (SDR)

The quietest month for a flight from Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport to Santander Airport is April, while August is the most popular. Choose the ideal time to go to Santander based on whether you prefer a bustling atmosphere or a more laid-back vibe.
When booking your flight from Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport to Santander Airport, think about the kind of weather you like. August is the warmest month in Santander, with the temperature ranging from 16ºC (61ºF) to 24ºC (75ºF).
If you'd rather travel in cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from MAD to SDR in February. Temperatures average between 5ºC (41ºF) and 14ºC (57ºF) then.

Explore more of Spain

Zaragoza is just one of the many cities in Spain waiting to be explored once you've seen Santander. Around 200 miles away to the south-east, well-known attractions include Puente de Piedra, Museo Pablo Gargallo and El Tubo.
If there's time to check out another major destination in Spain, consider Salamanca, about 200 miles south-west of Santander. Plaza Mayor, S.O.U. Servicio de Orientación al Universitario. Universidad de Salamanca and Pontifical University of Salamanca are among its highlights.