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Cheapest round-trip
$815
Typical prices: $588-$789
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IAH - MAD • 1 stop
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$269
Typical prices: $394-$609
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IAH - MAD • 3 stops
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Shortest trip • 12h 04m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from George Bush Intcntl to Madrid (IAH-MAD)

 
Here are some of the best deals found on KAYAK recently from the most popular airlines for round-trip flights from George Bush Intcntl 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.
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Recent round-trip flight deals from George Bush Intcntl to Madrid

Sat, Aug 22 - Sat, Oct 3
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7:50 pm - 8:05 am
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29h 15m
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1:30 pm - 11:07 am
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28h 37m
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$815United Airlines
Thu, Aug 20 - Sun, Sep 6
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9:10 pm - 10:35 pm
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7:40 am - 12:45 pm
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36h 05m
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$816Turkish Airlines
Sat, Sep 5 - Mon, Sep 14
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34h 17m
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1:30 pm - 1:36 pm
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$820United Airlines
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12:45 pm - 7:52 pm
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14h 07m
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$822Air Canada
Thu, Aug 6 - Fri, Aug 21
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$823Multiple Airlines
Tue, Sep 15 - Mon, Sep 28
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$824Lufthansa
Sun, Aug 9 - Sun, Aug 23
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$825United Airlines
Sun, Jul 19 - Wed, Jul 29
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$826Multiple Airlines
Sat, Aug 22 - Sat, Sep 5
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$827Multiple Airlines
Fri, Aug 14 - Mon, Aug 31
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49h 31m
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12:45 pm - 11:46 am
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30h 01m
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$828United Airlines
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KAYAK's insights & trends for George Bush Intcntl to Madrid flights

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

How much is a round-trip flight from Houston George Bush Intcntl Airport to Madrid?

This analysis is based on the cheapest round-trip price found on KAYAK in the last 12 months by searching for a flight from Houston George Bush Intcntl Airport to Madrid departing in August.

What is the cheapest month to fly from Houston George Bush Intcntl Airport to Madrid?

To calculate monthly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each month over the last year for round-trip flights from Houston George Bush Intcntl Airport 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 Houston George Bush Intcntl Airport to Madrid is January, where tickets cost $516 (return) on average. On the other hand, the most expensive months are June and May, where the average cost of round-trip tickets is $1,185 and $919 respectively.

How far in advance should I book a flight from Houston George Bush Intcntl Airport 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 Houston George Bush Intcntl Airport 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 Houston George Bush Intcntl Airport to Madrid, you should book around 3 weeks before departure, which saves you about 29% compared to booking last minute. For the absolute cheapest price, our data suggests you should book 16 weeks before departure.

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Low seasonJanuary
Cheapest flight$269
Best time to beat the crowds with an average 33% drop in price.
Most popular time to fly and prices are also 16% lower on average.
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When to book flights from George Bush Intcntl to Madrid

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from George Bush Intcntl to Madrid based on our flight data from the last year. Discover the cheapest month and even day to fly.
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FAQs for booking Houston George Bush Airport to Madrid flights

  • Are there rental cars at Madrid Barajas Airport (MAD)?

    Yes, there are rental cars at the airport. There is a car rental counter located next to the parking garage for your convenience. You may choose from a variety of rental outlets in MAD, including Budget and Avis.

  • What is the best mode of transport to George Bush Intercontinental Airport?

    The airport suggests Super Shuttle for shared-ride and non-stop shuttles to and from IAH. Although prior bookings are advised, travelers may also purchase tickets upon arrival at one of the ticket desks situated in the baggage claim area of Terminals A, B, and C and the Terminal E arrivals area.

  • Which airline alliances offer flights from Houston George Bush Airport to Madrid?

    Three airline alliances provide service between George Bush Intercontinental Airport in Houston and Madrid: SkyTeam, Star Alliance, and oneworld. Of these, oneworld is the one that is used the most often for this route. These airlines do not offer direct flights to Madrid from IAH, so you have to make at least one stop in cities like Dallas (DFW).

  • What services are available for passengers with reduced mobility?

    When departing from George Bush Intercontinental Airport in Houston, it is possible to make arrangements in advance for special assistance to help you get through security and to your gate. Restrooms that are accessible to people with disabilities are provided at the airport, which also offers supplemental assistance to passengers who may have a disability that is not readily apparent. Accessibility services are also available at Adolfo Suárez Madrid–Barajas Airport. These services include wheelchairs and toilets that have been modified to accommodate passengers with special needs.

  • What is the cheapest flight from Houston George Bush Intcntl Airport to Madrid?

    In the last 5 days, the lowest price for a flight from Houston George Bush Intcntl Airport to Madrid was $269 for a one-way ticket and $815 for a round-trip.

  • Do I need a passport to fly between Houston George Bush Airport and Madrid?

    Yes, you’ll need a passport to travel to Madrid from Houston George Bush Airport.

  • Which aircraft models fly most regularly from Houston George Bush Airport to Madrid?

    We unfortunately don’t have that data for this specific route.

  • Which airline alliances offer flights from Houston George Bush Airport to Madrid?

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

  • What is the most popular layover when flying to Madrid from Houston George Bush Airport?

    Dallas is the most popular layover city among KAYAK users traveling from Houston George Bush Airport to Madrid.

  • Which is the best airline for flights from Houston to Madrid, Delta or KLM?

    The two airlines most popular with KAYAK users for flights from Houston to Madrid are Delta and KLM. With an average price for the route of $768 and an overall rating of 7.8, Delta is the most popular choice. KLM is also a great choice for the route, with an average price of $778 and an overall rating of 7.8.

  • How does KAYAK find such low prices on flights from Houston George Bush Airport 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 Houston George Bush Airport to Madrid.

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

    KAYAK’s flight Price Forecast tool uses historical data to determine whether the price for a flight to Madrid from Houston George Bush Airport 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 Houston George Bush Airport 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 Houston George Bush Airport with another airline. Booking your flights between Houston George Bush Airport and MAD can sometimes prove cheaper using this method.

  • What is KAYAK's "flexible dates" feature and why should I care when looking for a flight from Houston George Bush Airport 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 Houston George Bush Airport up to 3 days before/after your preferred dates. You can then pick the flights that suit you best.

KAYAK’s top tips for finding a cheap flight from Houston George Bush Intcntl Airport to Madrid

  • You have the option of staying at one of the hotels close to the George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH) terminals if you do not want to miss your departure in the morning. You can choose, for example, The Houston Airport Marriott.
  • Parking spaces designated specifically for travelers with disabilities are located on each level of the official George Bush Intercontinental Airport parking lots, including Ecopark. Shuttle buses accessible for passengers using wheelchairs are also available to take passengers to and from parking areas that are not part of the terminal complex.
  • Each terminal at Houston George Bush International Airport as well as the parking garages have free Wi-Fi access accessible to passengers. To establish a connection, from the list of available connections, choose "Free Airport WIFI," read and accept the terms and conditions, and then click "Connect." Every terminal at IAH has its own assortment of charging stations, some of which provide the additional service of quick charging for a nominal additional price.
  • While waiting for your flight from IAH, you may use the childcare facilities if you have toddlers. In addition to comfortable chairs, the Breastfeeding Lounge has a changing table, microwave, crib, play area (for children up to six years old), and more. In the boarding areas of all terminals, complimentary strollers are provided for use at the IAH Airport.
  • At IAH, ATMs are spread out throughout all terminals, with the majority of them located on Level 2, while currency exchange kiosks are located at Terminals B, C, D, and E.

Reviews of the top 5 airlines serving from George Bush Intcntl to Madrid

 
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DeltaOverall score based on 8419 reviews
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We sat on the runway for over an hour before departure. That was unwelcome.

6.0 GoodAnonymous, Jun 2026
SEA - SFO
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We sat on the runway for over an hour before departure. That was unwelcome.

Horrible. Faucet in sink not working, wifi not working. Didn’t bring food or snacks

Flight was delayed before take off and at landing. Baggage took 20 minutes. Flight crew would not serve full soft drink and had to ask multiple times before receiving water.

From checking to boarding, it was a seamless experience. The service agents were so helpful. The flight crew was so pleasant.

Gate agent showed up 20 minutes before boarding and was not at all friendly. Had to take this flight due to the one on the day before being cancelled and any later options were already full with long standby lists. Despite having paid for Delta Comfort seats, Delta did not allow me (or anyone) to choose their seat. The agent assigned them for everyone just prior to boarding. Self seat selection was allowed on the original flight. Flight staff was great - very friendly.

Flight attendants were great. Cheerful, upbeat and friendly. Jet, in particular, was fantastic.

I have Precheck. Flew HPN to DEN and return this past weekend. Delta didn't attach my Precheck number to this trip. So it was waiting in general line especially in Denver. Unavailable.

Original flight was delayed, then cancelled and the gate staff did not expedite rebooking. Also, no instructions were given that a ticket number was needed before being called to facilitate rebooking. This could have been much more organized.

Be on time? When not on time a circling for over an hour offer more than 1 bag of chips to the passengers? It was a 7 hour flight by the time we got done.

Five hour delays every hour, I wish it were all at once

They delayed the flight 3 hours because it wasn't full they moved us to 5 different gates probably the worst airline ever not even spirit is this bad.

Packed flight, which makes it tough on crew and boarding staff (and the customers of course). But this was great boarding, clear instructions, etc. Traveling on the weekends are always fraught with danger as you have families and less frequent flyers thus more confusion. But this flight went as planned.

Boarded early, left early, arrived 40 mins early! A win win for me!

I felt scammed. The priced advertised was different than what I paid. I paid the whole some online. I then got a call 20 minutes later saying I need to paid 70 more person. She said the price online is not the guaranteed price.

We had a delay, but thankfully I made it to my connection. Overall it went smooth

Left an hour and a half after the listed time. Up side was it had TV screens on the seat.

It's a long flight and I would have liked better snacks between lunch and the arrival meal. It's fine to have fruit and nuts but I really don't like ramen because it's salty junk soup. I'd suggest sandwiches. They're not expensive nor are they hard to store for a long flight. The FA's had a couple of big services and they were super busy preparing, executing and then cleaning up. Then they disappeared.

Great flight. Got to watch a movie. Smooth flight and early arrival at ORD.

I've been flying American mostly, and it's been very frustrating. This united flight makes me realize maybe the issue isn't flying, but the airline. United was a significantly better experience. The plane was more comfortable, with a normal amount of leg room (vs the ridiculous reductions AA has made), more comfortable seats, screens to watch movies. It was a much better experience!

We had excellent customer service despite the chaos at George Bush airport in Houston!

Delayed flight due to maintenance and I have had multiple delayed flights due to maintenance in the last month plus

technology worked well and everything ran smoothly. The seats are quite cramped so please don't try to re-engineer the cabin to squeeze more bodies on board.

Delayed flight more than I hour. When boarding we spent some additional time on the plane before takeoff ....

Flight was delayed due to connecting passengers. Lack of snack options bad. Sitting in Aisle, last cart run pulled the cart directly into my knee. Rude awakening.

Flight was delayed by 6 hours... the level of incompetence was truly astounding. I won't be flying American Airlines again. I don't care if AA is direct and there is a layover with another airline, I'll take the layover.

Flight was delayed 5 hours. Initial reason for delay was 'maintenance' - which makes sense. Then, the additional 2 hours continued to say it was maintenance - when I know EWR had a 2 hour delay. AA did not say that. Additionally, when boarding, there was only one agent at the counter for a long time - until another came to help. After boarding, we had to wait another 45 minutes due to 'no catering'. So while we waited for catering, AA continued to board additional passengers - which seemed odd - and raised questions about what really was going on. I sat in First Class. During the flight, the flight crew allowed a significant number of non-First Class passengers to use the front bathroom - which created a very crowded environment in First Class which was uncomfortable. This also delayed First Class passengers from using the bathroom. Overall, horrible experience.

Another uncoordinated American experience. Always surprises me at DFW for them of all places. Have to take this flight as there are no other good time options. We knew from the start that something was wrong, but the pilot wouldn't tell us. I just watched my Kayak app grow the delay by 10 minutes as it went to 3.5 hours. They were uncoordinated with maintenance (as maintenance, when finally arriving, knew within 15 minutes the plane wasn't going. No 'sorry' or 'this is what is going on' comment. The pilot seemed unfazed / didn't care about the process we were going through.

The seats. The seat in front of me was awful and when the guy sat down, it flew back and hit my head when I was putting my backpack under the seat, It didn't make for a pleasant experience,

The flight back to Dallas was delayed, which has happened to me several times with American Airlines. There was no announcement, no update sent out, no compensation offered for the inconvenience.

The plane was large, not full, but one with 3 seats near each window and 4 in a row in the middle of the plane. There were screens on the backs of the seats for entertainment and information. To use the entertainment one needs ear plugs that physically plug into the screen. My husband had some he let me use as I only had blue tooth type. The stewards gave out some headphones to some, but when my neighbor asked for some, the steward said no. So maybe they ran out? Idk. Bring the old kind of headphones or earbuds if you want entertainment in case this is the type of entertainment offered. We had a very tight connection in Miami. 43 minutes. The other economy passengers allowed us to get ahead of them because I asked if we could since we were near boarding time for our next flight and 35 gates away. They were extremely kind. First class wasn’t going to allow us to pass through. We did make the next flight. Our baggage didn’t, but they were delivered to us the next day and we were prepared with essentials in our carry on packs.

Terrible boarding procedures in Madrid. The airplane barely has any legroom and I am 68 inches.

Not bad but they lost 2 of my bags when I got to Florence

Couldn’t get boarding passes online, delayed an hour, and smallest amount of space on board I’ve ever encountered for such a long flight.

I’m an Iberia fan but this time They dropped the ball. I went from ALC to MAD to LHR. Boarding in ALC was by group… to get you in a bus. Then we sat for almost an hour when most people had connections. When we landed in Madrid we did so and they put us in another bus almost like if they wanted to make people lose their connection. We made ours by the skin of our teeth but our luggage did not. And on top of this we had to listen to the pilot bragging about Iberia being punctual. To be true we made it on time to LHR but we are Still waiting for our luggage

I have to compare it to the AA flight back home. AA was a little better. Perhaps it was that American English is my native tongue. My seat on AA was newer and more comfortable. The food was a little better. The entertainment was much better, more movies worth watching. The sound was lousy on both.

Excellent liked business class except wife’s luggage was lost on 10 Hours connecting flight to Miami and we were priority! 1:20 layover! Expect better From American Airlines partner

Service was good , communication and emails were in Spanish though I booked in English , end up figuring it out but also flight was partnered with air maroc and I had to call them to check on not Iberea doesn’t make sense

In general, I've had excellent experiences with Iberia flights and will continue to use them. In this last flight there were two things that didn't go right. I didn't get the kosher meal I had pre-requested when I had checked in on-line. Things worked out OK as we ended up eating the fish and vegetarian choices, which were really good. The other issue was that some movies for me and my wife started fine but after 8-12 minutes the content just switched to something else. The flight attendant reset our entertainment systems, but the problem persisted. We ended up choosing other movies/TV shows that did work fine.

Awful. They didn't even show concern that her connecting flight( Dallas to Mardrid) was gone/missing. I don't understand how that is even possible. Rudest answer from one of the crew was that American Airlines sold the tickets to somebody else. My daughter was not in the list.

Really like the idea experience on this airline I will use again

24 hour delays aren’t even heard in 3rd world countries with archaic transportation systems. I’m never flying American Airlines again.

All crew except 1 were excellent. When I asked assistance with business class seat conversion to a bed (not being familiar as never used before but have numerous times with other airlines) crew member helped very reluctantly. I should have told her that business class seat conversion is totally different in each airline such as Delta, New Zealand Air and United. Sorry it was my 1st time with America Airlines. Now I know, I won't bother asking assistance in future.

Wonderful business class flight in a lovely new plane with an excellent crew

Nice aircraft. Good crew. Delayed departure from Houston, but arrived on time in London. Main thing I don’t like about flying BA is having to transit through security in London Heathrow. A major pain!

The luggage problem I previously mentioned was actually this flight

Good service, food and comfort in World Traveller Plus. Entertainment was poor - no wifi on the way out and barely working on the way back. Not a great choice of entertainment on the seat back tv.

Late! Late and late! More than 1hr 30mn. This sucks when it is the last of a 4 flight journey. I missed my dinner! Which is not nice on Valentine’s Day!!! But better than the gate next to us, the poor Chinese people were rebooked to the next day flight. AA had to call security as it became very heated with the passengers! It was a mess at DFW that afternoon/evening. I wish they had some food for the people who travel as part of international journey. Indigo does it in India and it is fantastic.

My enetertainmnet screen was broken. Lost my bags. Almost missed my flight do to connection issues with (despite a request) ZERO help from crew. Food was edible. Potatoes pretty good even

Getting the boarding passes between the BA and AA apps was very clunky.

The plane was dirty the food was awful and the boarding process took too long

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