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Cheapest round-trip
$156
Typical prices: $167-$317
Ryanair
Wed 12/12Fri 12/14
MAD - VIE • 1 stop
Cheapest non-stop
$159
Typical prices: $167-$322
Iberia
Thu 5/3Sat 5/5
MAD - VIE • Non-stop
Nonstop flights
You can fly direct with Iberia and Ryanair. Average duration is 3h 02m
Direct flights
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Avoid delays
Most punctual • 90% on-time
Best time • Fewest delays
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When to book
in advance
Our data shows that travelers who book at least 15 weeks in advance save around 52% compared to booking last minute.
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When to travel
Cheapest • 22% price drop
Most popular
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Top layover airports
Cheapest • Avg $112 (round-trip)
Shortest trip • 4h 55m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Madrid to Vienna (MAD-VIE)

 
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Recent round-trip flight deals from Madrid to Vienna

Thu, Dec 10 - Sat, Dec 12
Ryanair Logo
6:45 am - 5:45 pmMAD  Madrid Barajas-VIE Vienna Intl
11h 00m1 stop Milan Malpensa
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6:50 am - 6:50 pmVIE  Vienna Intl-MAD Madrid Barajas
12h 00m2 stops Venice Treviso A. Canova Luqa Malta Intl
$156Ryanair
Thu, Mar 18 - Wed, Mar 24
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5:40 pm - 8:40 pmMAD  Madrid Barajas-VIE Vienna Intl
3h 00mnonstop
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2:20 pm - 9:55 pmVIE  Vienna Intl-MAD Madrid Barajas
7h 35m1 stop Alicante
$156Multiple Airlines
Sun, Mar 21 - Tue, Mar 23
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4:40 pm - 7:40 pmMAD  Madrid Barajas-VIE Vienna Intl
3h 00mnonstop
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4:55 pm - 11:55 pmVIE  Vienna Intl-MAD Madrid Barajas
7h 00m1 stop Palma de Mallorca Son Sant Joan
$157Multiple Airlines
Tue, Feb 9 - Thu, Feb 11
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11:10 pm - 1:10 pmMAD  Madrid Barajas-VIE Vienna Intl
14h 00m2 stops Milan Malpensa Catania Fontanarossa
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6:05 am - 6:30 pmVIE  Vienna Intl-MAD Madrid Barajas
12h 25m1 stop Milan Malpensa
$157Multiple Airlines
Mon, May 3 - Wed, May 5
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7:55 pm - 10:55 pmMAD  Madrid Barajas-VIE Vienna Intl
3h 00mnonstop
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12:20 pm - 3:30 pmVIE  Vienna Intl-MAD Madrid Barajas
3h 10mnonstop
$159Iberia
Sat, Dec 5 - Sat, Dec 12
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9:00 pm - 7:20 amMAD  Madrid Barajas-VIE Vienna Intl
10h 20m1 stop Bologna Guglielmo Marconi
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8:25 am - 7:45 pmVIE  Vienna Intl-MAD Madrid Barajas
11h 20m1 stop Milan Malpensa
$159Ryanair
Sat, Jan 30 - Mon, Feb 1
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9:45 am - 12:45 pmMAD  Madrid Barajas-VIE Vienna Intl
3h 00mnonstop
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3:50 pm - 7:00 pmVIE  Vienna Intl-MAD Madrid Barajas
3h 10mnonstop
$160Ryanair
Tue, Apr 20 - Thu, Apr 22
Iberia Logo
7:55 pm - 10:55 pmMAD  Madrid Barajas-VIE Vienna Intl
3h 00mnonstop
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7:00 am - 10:10 amVIE  Vienna Intl-MAD Madrid Barajas
3h 10mnonstop
$164Iberia
Wed, Dec 2 - Mon, Dec 7
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6:05 am - 10:45 amMAD  Madrid Barajas-VIE Vienna Intl
4h 40m1 stop Frankfurt am Main
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7:00 am - 12:35 pmVIE  Vienna Intl-MAD Madrid Barajas
5h 35m1 stop Frankfurt am Main
$274Austrian Airlines
Tue, Dec 1 - Mon, Dec 7
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6:05 am - 10:45 amMAD  Madrid Barajas-VIE Vienna Intl
4h 40m1 stop Frankfurt am Main
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7:00 am - 12:35 pmVIE  Vienna Intl-MAD Madrid Barajas
5h 35m1 stop Frankfurt am Main
$296Austrian Airlines
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Price, demand and travel trends for Madrid to Vienna flights

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How much is a round-trip flight from Madrid to Vienna?

Round-trip flights from Madrid to Vienna typically range from $167 to $317. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $156, on Ryanair.

What's the cheapest day of the week to fly from Madrid to Vienna?

Based on deals KAYAK users found in the last 12 months, Wednesday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Madrid to Vienna. It’s 8% cheaper than the average day, while Sunday is the most expensive, with prices 23% higher.

What’s the cheapest month to fly from Madrid to Vienna?

•February and June are the cheapest months to fly from Madrid to Vienna at $179 round-trip.
•December ($309) and August ($250) are the most expensive months.
•The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 72% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

When are flights from Madrid to Vienna the cheapest?

Flights from Madrid to Vienna are cheapest 15 weeks before departure. Booking in this window typically costs about 52% less than the average last-minute fare (within 2 weeks of the flight), based on KAYAK data.

Expert advice

Expert advice for your flight from Madrid to Vienna

 
KAYAK teamed up with top travel experts to share the best tips for your journey.
Our travel experts
Marisa Garcia

Marisa Garcia

Expert on Iberia

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.

Duncan Madden

Duncan Madden

Expert on Ryanair

Duncan is a freelance travel writer, copywriter and book author in constant search of travel stories and the perpetual sensation of being on holiday. He’s never happier than when on a dusty trail in search of empty waves or ducking under the piste tape in search of snowbound solitude. British born, living in Germany, but happiest heading for the horizon. His first book, Found in Translation, explores the etymologies and stories of country names around the world and is out now.

Ramsey Qubein

Ramsey Qubein

Expert on MAD

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.

Yulia Denisyuk

Yulia Denisyuk

Expert on VIE

Yulia is a freelance journalist who’s dispatched from 90+ countries. Her work focuses on cultures, adventure trips and air travel, appearing in NatGeo, NYT, CNTraveler, and more. For past assignments, she’s stayed with nomads in Mongolia and learned the art of Imigongo in Rwanda. She’s based in Chicago; in winter she often questions that decision.

Key details for Madrid to Vienna flights

Low season

May

Cheapest flight

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Beat the crowds with an average 21% drop in travelers.
The most popular month to fly with an average 49% increase in travelers.
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Your Madrid to Vienna flight questions, answered

Find helpful answers about this route, including flight times, airports, airlines and booking tips.

  • What are the earliest and latest flights from Madrid to Vienna?

    These are the earliest and latest flight times available from Madrid to Vienna:

    • Earliest: departs at 8:40 am and lands at 11:42 am
    • Latest: departs at 7:55 pm and lands at 10:57 pm.

    The flight takes about 3h 02m.

  • What cabin classes can I book on flights from Madrid to Vienna?

    Two cabin classes are available on flights from Madrid to Vienna:

    • Economy Class
    • Business Class

  • How long is a flight from Madrid to Vienna?

    A nonstop flight from Madrid to Vienna takes 3h 02m, covering 1,121 miles.

  • Do I need a passport to fly from Madrid to Vienna?

    Yes, a valid passport is required for this international route. Many destinations require at least six months of validity beyond your travel dates. Check your passport expiry well before booking.

  • How much should I expect to pay for a Madrid to Vienna flight?

    Round-trip flights from Madrid to Vienna range from $167 to $317, with an average of $230 over the past 12 months. Anything below $167 counts as a good deal.

  • How expensive are last-minute Madrid to Vienna flights?

    Last-minute fares on this route (booked within two weeks of departure) run 62% above the $230 route average. Book 15 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

  • How much can I save by taking a layover when flying from Madrid to Vienna?

    On this route, layover flights are cheaper than nonstop options on average. Layover fares average $112 round-trip via Milan Malpensa (MXP), compared to $230 for nonstop.

  • What is the standard checked-bag allowance on flights from Madrid to Vienna?

    There is no standard. Checked-bag policies vary by airline on this route. Most carriers charge $19–$100 for the first checked bag in economy. Premium fares and elite-status bookings typically include a free checked bag.

  • Which aircraft model is used most often on flights from Madrid to Vienna?

    The Airbus A320 (sharklets) family is used most often on this route, operated mainly by Ryanair and Iberia. Other aircraft seen on the route include Airbus A320-100/200 variants.

  • How are flight departures from Madrid to Vienna spread across the day?

    Morning is the busiest departure period on Madrid to Vienna flights, with 34% of flights leaving in that window. Afternoon departures account for 33%, evening flights for 33%, and night flights for 0%.

  • How are flight prices from Madrid to Vienna looking right now?

    One-way fares from Madrid to Vienna are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $79, which is 40% below the typical average for this route.

  • What car rental options are available at Vienna Intl Airport (VIE)?

    Vienna Intl Airport (VIE) hosts 5 major car rental companies, with daily rates averaging $39 for economy cars. Top options include:

    • Dryyve
    • Klass Wagen
    • Wheego
    • U-Save
    • Sixt

  • Which airports can I use when flying from Madrid to Vienna?

    Flights from Madrid to Vienna usually depart from Madrid Barajas (MAD) and arrive at Vienna Intl (VIE).

  • What time of day has the fewest delays on flights from Madrid to Vienna?

    Night flights have the fewest delays on this route, while afternoon departures tend to have the most.

  • At what point is a flight considered delayed from Madrid to Vienna?

    A flight is considered delayed when it departs 15 minutes or more after its scheduled time. This is the standard used by the US Department of Transportation and most airline industry reporting. On the Madrid to Vienna route, 10% of flights were delayed in the past 3 months, with delays averaging 2h 04m.

  • Which airports do connecting flights from Madrid to Vienna pass through?

    One-stop flights from Madrid to Vienna most commonly connect through:

    • Frankfurt am Main (FRA) - 37% of one-stop connections
    • Munich Franz Josef Strauss (MUC) - 18% of one-stop connections
    • Palma de Mallorca Son Sant Joan (PMI) - 14% of one-stop connections
    • Amsterdam Schiphol (AMS) - 8% of one-stop connections

  • Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from Madrid to Vienna?

    Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 26% on flights from Madrid to Vienna. Wednesday is the cheapest departure day at $212 round-trip on average, while Sunday is the most expensive at $283, a difference of $71.

    KAYAK's flexible dates feature shows options up to 3 days before and after your selected dates, making it easier to compare nearby fares.

  • What airlines fly from Madrid to Vienna?

    2 airlines operate flights between Madrid and Vienna. The airlines offering nonstop flights on this route include:

    • Iberia
    • Ryanair

  • How much time can I save by choosing a different layover airport from Madrid to Vienna?

    Flying via Munich Franz Josef Strauss (MUC) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 4h 55m, compared with 5h via Brussels Bruxelles-National (BRU) and 5h 26m via Barcelona-El Prat (BCN).

  • What popular places can I visit in Vienna?

    Some of the most popular sights in Vienna are Stephansplatz, Austria Center Vienna and Prater. These are among the most viewed places in Vienna on KAYAK.

  • Which airlines offer extra legroom and free seat selection on Madrid to Vienna flights?

    Among airlines operating Madrid to Vienna flights:

    • Iberia: offers free seat selection
    • Ryanair: offers free seat selection

    Extra legroom and free seat selection availability depends on fare class and route.

  • Which airlines include bags at no extra cost on Madrid to Vienna flights?

    Here are some options for this route, based on selected ticket types and cabin classes:

    • Iberia: a cabin bag and a checked bag in Economy Class
    • Ryanair: a cabin bag and a checked bag in Economy Class
    • Japan Airlines: a cabin bag and a checked bag in Business Class

    Bag allowance can vary by ticket type, cabin class, route and airline, so always check the fare details before booking.

  • What pet-friendly airline should I consider for my flight from Madrid to Vienna?

    One of the pet-friendly airlines to consider for your flight from Madrid to Vienna is Ryanair. The airline's pet-friendly policy may allow you to fly with your furry friend in the cabin, provided its carrier can fit under your seat. The policy also demands that your larger pets be transported as cargo in pressure and temperature-controlled carriers.

  • Which kid-friendly airline should families with kids consider for their flight from Madrid to Vienna?

    When traveling from Madrid to Vienna with kids, you should consider booking your flight with Air Serbia. Besides its priority boarding services for families, Air Serbia also offers kids snacks and meals on request, bassinets for infants, and a kid pack. These kid packs usually contain coloring books, puzzles, small toys, and other items to keep them entertained during the flight.

  • Which green airline should I consider for my Madrid to Vienna flight?

    Iberia Airlines is one of the environmentally friendly airlines to consider for your flights from Madrid to Vienna. The airline has implemented fuel-efficient aircraft, invested in sustainable biofuels, reduced waste through recycling programs, and implemented energy-saving measures. They also promote carbon offsetting and support environmental organizations to mitigate their environmental impact.

  • How can I connect from Vienna to the city center after deplaning from Madrid to Vienna flight at Vienna Airport (VIE)?

    To connect from VIE to the city center after deplaning from your Madrid to Vienna flight, you will either board a taxi, a car rental, or a public means of transport, such as Vienna Airport Lines (VAL). VAL buses offer a more budget-friendly and reliable option than flexible taxis or car rentals.

Your guide to booking Madrid to Vienna flights

Get tips on when to book, when to fly and what to know before your trip.
  • If your dates are flexible, aim for a Wednesday departure and avoid flying on Sunday. On this route, Wednesday flights average $212, about $71 less than Sunday fares (25% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • For the best chance at a low fare, aim to book around 15 weeks before you fly. On this route, that window historically saves about 52% versus last-minute pricing (KAYAK booking data, last 12 months).
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Madrid to Vienna trip for February. Fares historically average $179 round-trip in that month - typically $130 less than the most expensive month, which is December (based on the last 12 months).
  • For the best chance of arriving on time, fly with Iberia. Over the past three months, 90% of Iberia flights from Madrid to Vienna arrived on time, slightly above the route average of 90%. When flights on this route arrive late, they're delayed by an average of 2h 04m, so choosing an airline with strong on-time performance can make a difference if you're on a tight schedule.
  • If you have the time, taking a 1-stop flight through Milan Malpensa Airport (MXP) can be cheaper than flying direct. The cheapest layover option averages $112 round-trip on this route - about $118 less than direct flights (based on the last 12 months).
  • If you're arriving late at night and need somewhere to stay, check out these hotels close to Vienna Intl Airport.

    • Moxy Vienna Airport
    • NH Vienna Airport Conference Center
  • Besides serving as the major gateway to Vienna, Vienna Airport (VIE) is the destination airport for travelers from Madrid and other parts of Europe to nearby cities such as Bratislava, Budapest, and Prague. These cities can be accessed via various means of transportation, such as shared shuttles, taxis, and trains, from VIE.
  • To connect from the city center to Barajas (MAD) for your flight to Vienna, you may have to take a taxi or ride-sharing service, such as Lyft or Express Bus (Line 203). Among these options, buses offer a reliable option, departing the main central station to MAD every 30 minutes.
  • Although most airlines offer direct flights from Madrid to Vienna, some – like Brussels Airlines, Lufthansa, and Ryanair – offer flights with a layover. Some common layover airports for these airlines may include Brussels Bruxelles-National (BRU), Rome Fiumicino (FCO), and Bergamo Orio Al Serio (BGY).
  • Business travelers connecting from Madrid to Vienna should prioritize booking their fights with Lufthansa. Besides Airport lounges, the on-board lounge on its Airbus A380 Aircraft should allow business travelers to access, unwind, relax or attend to their urgent business matters in time in a relaxing environment.
  • With most airlines considering Persons with Reduced Mobility (PRMs), PRMs may find connecting from Madrid to Vienna convenient. Among the airlines with kid-friendly amenities include Air Serbia. The airline's special accessibility services include priority boarding for PRMs and their families, free access to wheelchair service, and a team of trained personnel to provide personalized services to PRMs.

Prefer to fly direct from Madrid to Vienna?

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

Direct departures

Madrid Barajas to Vienna Intl

Monday

Iberia,Ryanair

Iberia,Ryanair

Tuesday

Iberia,Ryanair

Iberia,Ryanair

Wednesday

Iberia,Ryanair

Iberia,Ryanair

Thursday

Iberia,Ryanair

Iberia,Ryanair

Friday

Iberia,Ryanair

Iberia,Ryanair

Saturday

Iberia,Ryanair

Iberia,Ryanair

Sunday

Iberia,Ryanair

Iberia,Ryanair

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Direct returns

Vienna Intl to Madrid Barajas

Monday

Iberia,Ryanair

Iberia,Ryanair

Tuesday

Iberia,Ryanair

Iberia,Ryanair

Wednesday

Iberia,Ryanair

Iberia,Ryanair

Thursday

Iberia,Ryanair

Iberia,Ryanair

Friday

Iberia,Ryanair

Iberia,Ryanair

Saturday

Iberia,Ryanair

Iberia,Ryanair

Sunday

Iberia,Ryanair

Iberia,Ryanair

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