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$85 Find Cheap Flights from Madrid to Frankfurt am Main

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Cheapest round-trip
$171
Overall average: $240
Lufthansa
Fri 5/29Thu 6/4
MAD - FRA • Non-stop
Cheapest one-way
$85
Typical prices: $140-$267
Air Europa
Thu 4/23
MAD - FRA • Non-stop
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Lufthansa's Economy Light fare saves on luggage fees.
Expect long walks at Madrid Airport between terminals.
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Cheapest • from $171 (round-trip)
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Best reviews • 7.0 score
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Cheap Flights from Madrid to Frankfurt am Main (MAD-FRA)

 
Here are some of the best deals found on KAYAK recently from the most popular airlines for round-trip flights from Madrid to Frankfurt am Main 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 Madrid to Frankfurt am Main

Fri, May 29 - Thu, Jun 4
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6:00 am - 8:35 am
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FRA
2h 35mnonstop
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9:00 pm - 11:40 pm
FRA
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MAD
2h 40mnonstop
$171Lufthansa
Thu, Apr 23 - Mon, Apr 27
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6:05 am - 8:45 am
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FRA
2h 40mnonstop
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9:00 pm - 11:40 pm
FRA
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MAD
2h 40mnonstop
$172Lufthansa
Tue, May 26 - Tue, Jun 9
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8:25 am - 11:00 am
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FRA
2h 35mnonstop
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9:40 am - 12:20 pm
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2h 40mnonstop
$179Lufthansa
Thu, Jun 4 - Wed, Jun 10
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6:05 am - 8:45 am
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FRA
2h 40mnonstop
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1:30 pm - 4:10 pm
FRA
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2h 40mnonstop
$180Lufthansa
Sat, Apr 18 - Wed, Apr 22
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5:55 am - 8:35 am
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FRA
2h 40mnonstop
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9:00 pm - 11:40 pm
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MAD
2h 40mnonstop
$182Lufthansa
Thu, Apr 23 - Mon, Apr 27
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7:05 am - 9:45 am
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2h 40mnonstop
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8:10 pm - 7:40 am
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11h 30m
1 stop
$192Multiple Airlines
Thu, Apr 16 - Thu, Apr 23
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7:05 am - 9:45 am
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FRA
2h 40mnonstop
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6:30 am - 9:20 am
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2h 50mnonstop
$195Multiple Airlines
Thu, May 21 - Tue, May 26
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6:05 am - 8:45 am
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2h 40mnonstop
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11:25 am - 6:40 pm
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7h 15m
1 stop
$198Multiple Airlines
Thu, Apr 23 - Wed, May 6
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6:05 am - 8:45 am
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2h 40mnonstop
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5:10 pm - 7:50 pm
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2h 40mnonstop
$199Lufthansa
Thu, Apr 23 - Mon, Apr 27
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10:05 am - 3:40 pm
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5h 35m
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$200Multiple Airlines
Booking Insights

KAYAK's insights & trends for Madrid to Frankfurt am Main flights

Get data-powered insights and trends into flights from Madrid to Frankfurt am Main 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 Madrid to Frankfurt am Main?

The average price of all round-trip flights from Madrid to Frankfurt am Main Airport clicked on KAYAK for each day over the last 12 months.

For Madrid to Frankfurt am Main, Thursday is the cheapest day to fly on average and Sunday is the most expensive. Flying from Frankfurt am Main back to Madrid, the best deals are generally found on Thursday, with Monday being the most expensive.

What is the cheapest month to fly from Madrid to Frankfurt am Main Airport?

To calculate monthly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each month over the last year for round-trip flights from Madrid to Frankfurt am Main Airport, 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 Madrid to Frankfurt am Main Airport is February, where tickets cost $205 (return) on average. On the other hand, the most expensive months are December and August, where the average cost of round-trip tickets is $288 and $279 respectively.

How far in advance should I book a flight from Madrid to Frankfurt am Main Airport?

To calculate weekly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each week before departure over the last year for round-trip flights from Madrid to Frankfurt am Main Airport, 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 Madrid to Frankfurt am Main Airport, you should book around 8 weeks before departure, which saves you about 25% compared to booking last minute. For the absolute cheapest price, our data suggests you should book 26 weeks before departure.

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Expert advice for your flight from Madrid to Frankfurt am Main

 
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Low seasonJanuary
Cheapest flight$85
Best time to beat the crowds with an average 12% drop in price.
Most popular time to fly with an average 15% increase in price.
Flight from Madrid to Frankfurt am Main

When to book flights from Madrid to Frankfurt am Main

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Madrid to Frankfurt am Main 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 Madrid to Frankfurt am Main flights

  • If you have a minor flying alone from Madrid to Frankfurt am Main, consider booking Iberia or Lufthansa, which offer an Unaccompanied Minor services on their direct connections. This service is available for children aged 5 to 11 flying without an adult on both airlines. It’s optional for children aged 12 to 17. Your child will get the necessary assistance throughout the flight.

    Regardless of your travel class, you can access multiple lounges at Adolfo Suárez Madrid–Barajas Airport (MAD) before your flight to Frankfurt am Main. They include Sala VIP Puerta Del Sol, Plaza Mayor, Sala Puerta de Alcala, Neptuno Lounge, and Sala VIP Cibeles. These lounges feature showers, flight information monitors, air-conditioned spaces, comfortable seating, free internet, and dining options.

  • Are there alternative arrival airports in Frankfurt?

    Flights from Madrid to Frankfurt can also land at Frankfurt–Hahn Airport (HHN). The airport serves most low-cost carriers and has limited flight options. Frankfurt am Main Airport (FRA) remains the best arrival airport in Frankfurt, with more flight options and amenities. All direct flights from Madrid land at Frankfurt am Main Airport (FRA).

  • How do I get to downtown Frankfurt from Frankfurt am Main Airport (FRA)?

    Frankfurt am Main Airport (FRA) is served by S-Bahn (public transport) trains, which depart from Regionalbahnhof in Terminal 1 to the city center. Take the S8 or S9 trains to Frankfurt Hauptwache station or Frankfurt Hauptbahnhof. The journey time is around 11 minutes. Deutsche Bahn trains also offer connections to the city center in 11 minutes. Other options include taxis, public buses, and car rentals.

  • Which airline has the best carry-on weight allowance for direct flights from Madrid to Frankfurt am Main?

    Iberia, Vueling, and Air Europa have the best carry-on weight allowance for direct flights from Madrid to Frankfurt am Main. You can bring carry-on luggage with a combined weight of up to 22 lb in Economy Class cabins. The size requirements differ from one airline to another. Consider upgrading your ticket for more carry-on weight allowance.

  • What is the cheapest flight from Madrid to Frankfurt am Main Airport?

    In the last 3 days, the lowest price for a flight from Madrid to Frankfurt am Main Airport was $85 for a one-way ticket and $171 for a round-trip.

  • Do I need a passport to fly between Madrid and Frankfurt am Main?

    A passport is required to fly from Madrid to Frankfurt am Main.

  • Which airlines offer Wi-Fi service onboard planes from Madrid to Frankfurt am Main?

    Iberia, British Airways, and Aer Lingus offer inflight Wi-Fi service on the Madrid to Frankfurt am Main flight route.

  • Which aircraft models fly most regularly from Madrid to Frankfurt am Main?

    The Canadair (Bombardier) Regional Jet 1000 is the aircraft model that flies most regularly on the Madrid to Frankfurt am Main flight route.

  • Which airline alliances offer flights from Madrid to Frankfurt am Main?

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

  • On which days can I fly direct from Madrid to Frankfurt am Main?

    There are nonstop flights from Madrid to Frankfurt am Main on a daily basis.

  • Which is the best airline for flights from Madrid to Frankfurt am Main, Iberia or Air Europa?

    The two airlines most popular with KAYAK users for flights from Madrid to Frankfurt am Main are Iberia and Air Europa. With an average price for the route of $259 and an overall rating of 7.0, Iberia is the most popular choice. Air Europa is also a great choice for the route, with an average price of $236 and an overall rating of 6.9.

  • How does KAYAK find such low prices on flights from Madrid to Frankfurt am Main?

    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 Madrid to Frankfurt am Main.

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

    KAYAK’s flight Price Forecast tool uses historical data to determine whether the price for a flight to Frankfurt am Main from Madrid 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 Madrid to Frankfurt am Main?

    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 Frankfurt am Main with an airline and back to Madrid with another airline. Booking your flights between Madrid and FRA 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 Madrid to Frankfurt am Main?

    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 Frankfurt am Main from Madrid 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 Madrid to Frankfurt am Main Airport

  • Looking for a cheap flight? 25% of our users found flights on this route for $170 or less one-way and $236 or less round-trip.
  • Which other cities can I fly to from Istanbul?
  • From Istanbul (IST), you can extend your trip to domestic destinations like Izmir, Antalya, Bodrum, Gaziantep, Trabzon, Kayseri, Konya, Diyarbakir, and Adana or international destinations like New York, Paris, London, Frankfurt, Casablanca, Rome, Athens, Singapore, Tokyo, Beijing, Dubai, Doha, and Los Angeles.
  • The Madrid (MAD) to Frankfurt am Main (FRA) flight route features several direct and connecting flights. Common layover cities for one-stop flights on this route include Ibiza (IBZ), Amsterdam (AMS), Munich (MUC), Palma de Mallorca (PMI), Paris (CDG), Brussels (BRU), Lisbon (LIS), Helsinki (HEL), Rome (FCO), Malaga (AGP), and London (LHR).
  • If you’re looking for Business Class flights from Madrid to Frankfurt am Main, consider booking Iberia, Air Europa, or Lufthansa, which offer this travel option on their direct connections. Business Class benefits these airlines offer include spacious cabins with more legroom, gourmet meals served on board, priority check-in and boarding, access to specific lounges, and comfortable seating.
  • The average carbon emissions per passenger on one-way flights from Madrid to Frankfurt am Main is 538 lb. For sustainable flights on this route, consider booking Lufthansa or Air Europe, which emit less CO₂. These airlines have implemented several sustainable measures to lower carbon emissions in their daily operations.

Prefer to fly direct from Madrid to Frankfurt am Main?

 
Direct data is based off flight results for the next 60 days. Find direct flights from all airlines flying direct from Madrid Barajas to Frankfurt am Main.
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Direct departures

Madrid Barajas to Frankfurt am Main

Monday

Air Europa, Iberia, Lufthansa

Air Europa, Iberia, +1 more

Tuesday

Air Europa, Iberia, Lufthansa

Air Europa, Iberia, +1 more

Wednesday

Air Europa, Iberia, Lufthansa

Air Europa, Iberia, +1 more

Thursday

Air Europa, Iberia, Lufthansa

Air Europa, Iberia, +1 more

Friday

Air Europa, Iberia, Lufthansa

Air Europa, Iberia, +1 more

Saturday

Air Europa, Iberia, Lufthansa

Air Europa, Iberia, +1 more

Sunday

Air Europa, Iberia, Lufthansa

Air Europa, Iberia, +1 more

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Direct returns

Frankfurt am Main to Madrid Barajas

Monday

Air Europa, Iberia, Lufthansa

Air Europa, Iberia, +1 more

Tuesday

Air Europa, Iberia, Lufthansa

Air Europa, Iberia, +1 more

Wednesday

Air Europa, Iberia, Lufthansa

Air Europa, Iberia, +1 more

Thursday

Air Europa, Iberia, Lufthansa

Air Europa, Iberia, +1 more

Friday

Air Europa, Iberia, Lufthansa

Air Europa, Iberia, +1 more

Saturday

Air Europa, Iberia, Lufthansa

Air Europa, Iberia, +1 more

Sunday

Air Europa, Iberia, Lufthansa

Air Europa, Iberia, +1 more

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Reviews of the top 3 airlines serving from Madrid to Frankfurt am Main

 
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7.0
IberiaOverall score based on 3132 reviews
7.7Crew
6.4Food
6.7Comfort
6.6Entertainment
7.1Boarding
Airline reviews

30 minutes still don't have gate number, ask many people can't get answer.

2.0 Mediocrepofeng, Jan 2026
MAD - NAP
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30 minutes still don't have gate number, ask many people can't get answer.

The boarding procedure got confusing because they wanted to weigh everyone’s carry-on. Apparently mine was 3 1/2 kg over their limit. I didn’t know they had a limit. And at the check-in desk, nothing was said about this. They wanted me to check the carry-on at no charge and that would have been fine except then they told me at my connection in London I would have to go outside to baggage claim retrieve my bag, and then recheck it. In other words, they could not check it to my final destination, only to London. I told him this was unacceptable so after a few minutes of discussion, they came back and said that my bag would be OK to carry on the plane. It seems that if you have a connection then the weight is not as important. Then when I actually went to board the boarding agent said I needed a tag indicating that my bag had been weighed, even though she had just five minutes ago talked to the same person who cleared me. Lots of confusion seems like a very bad process. They need to improve this.

The crew was super friendly and helpful. The food was quite good. An overall positive experience.

the seats were bad and uncomfortable and the food was not tasty.

The crew was amazing. I appreciate the level of professionalism in the Iberia crew.

A more organized boarding experience and better food would have made the experience better.

Flight cancelled, lost a day of travel where we were trying to meet friends we couldn't meet. Iberia website is very difficult to navigate and has lots of dead links. If you do not speak Spanish it is even harder. Tried communicating on their WhatsApp and that was also close to impossible. We were told we'd be compensated 150EU's for this cancelled flight but there is no avenue towards rectifying this issue. I've had to take it up with my credit card to contest the charges and not pay for a flight that didn't happen but doubt I will ever be reimbursed for my two Ubers to the airport where we never even departed or the 150EU's we were told we would receive. I would never fly Iberia again. Clown show.

I've taken British Airways before and it has been great. On this trip to Spain and Portugal we had two BA flights. On both flights we were taken by bus from the terminal out to the plane on the tarmac. There were many older folks on these flights, and to ask people in their 70s to lug their carry-on and personal items up the long mobile staircase to the plane entrance, is very disturbing. I won't be taking British Airways in the future. Many people on these flights were very unhappy.

why can't planes be boarded from back to front?? everything was great otherwise

We flew into Barcelona and the plane was so cramped and very uncomfortable and dirty. But we flew out of Madrid and that plane was much better. Would fly Iberia again.

My long-haul flight experience with this airline was not very pleasant. Earphones were paid, and no eye mask or other amenities were provided. The meals were served in cardboard boxes with plastic cutlery. The restroom was unclean and ran out of toilet paper. However, the boarding process was smooth and well organized.

We experienced a delay of almost two hours before takeoff. For a flight of more than 10 hours, sitting on the runway for two hours is quite exhausting. The airline did nothing to attend to the passengers during that time. We were not given any courtesy drinks or snacks—only the bare minimum during the flight. The crew seemed very apologetic, but apparently they have restrictions imposed by the airline, because despite their friendliness, they provided strictly what was necessary and, of course, everything else was for sale. However, after a two-hour delay, one would expect at least complimentary beverages. In addition to this, the space between the rows of seats is inhumanely narrow. Air Europa should review this for such long flights and be a bit more considerate and humane with its customers.

I flew in business a couple of months ago, it was great, tried again in economy, it is the cramped seat I have ever been into, for an overseas flight across the atlantic it is inhumane to put passengers in such cramped space. Other than that, everything ok. Took a second flight from Madrid to London, also economy and it was roomy and perfect.

No WiFi on the plane. Crew was insensitive to my medical supplies and medicine in my carry on. If the crew was monitoring passengers putting 2 bags in overhead bins there would be room. We sat for 2 hours extra. Iberojet is horrible never again.

There was no water in one of the sinks in the executive area, which is unacceptable as we could not wash our hands after using the restroom

Like I said the experience was mediocre. Nothing special about this airline.

This flight was delayed by more than an hour. The seats are uncomfortable ans do not recline properly. I prepurchased a wifi pass, but wifi was not working on this flight at all. The food was bland.

Food situation was bad. Also movie choices when compared to other airlines was terrible. Seats very narrow. My tv didn’t work.

I was not allowed to cancel the flight, customer service is atrocious

Great staff, just very far from the main terminal, had to run to connect my flight. I had 90 minutes to spare. But my flight from Chicago was delayed also.

Very good, i got two seats for myself, and was comfortable with the blanket i got

Not to bad but it was hard changing my seat

Terrible. Both flights were significantly delayed, no luggage, made me check my small bag when many, many others had much larger carry-ons, not even a bottle of water . . . I will not fly Discover Airlines again.

Even though I flew in business cabin I was not given any refreshment even though those next me were served

1. One of the crew who was managing the crowd in the business class line specifically asked me if I am travelling by business class while I was standing in the business class designated line. She specifically was asking only me and no one else. Seemed to imply that I may not be aware of it and may be I don't belong there?(Based on my color?) 2. The business class seats in the aircraft was average regular economy seats with middle seat kept free.

When I bought my ticket , I bought it for a premium flex and I paid more money to get comfortable seat , but I get a basic economy seat, I need a refund for the ticket Thank you Rabeh Afli

Everything was good. But from Frankfurt to Seattle in airplane entertainment system didn't work good.

Flight was cancelled due to maintenance issues. It was a nightmare to get an alternate flight back home.

Service and food were excellent. Incredibly friendly and competent staff. Flight was delayed over and hour and I had to run between terminals to get my connecting flight.

Missed it by a couple minutes and couldn’t find an alternative flight so had to spend the night in DC and after much shuffling from 1 airline to another managed to get a United to Frankfurt.

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