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$279 Find Cheap Flights from Raleigh to Madrid

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Cheapest round-trip
$425
Overall average: $658
Virgin Atlantic
Mon 11/24Wed 12/10
RDU - MAD • 1 stop
Cheapest one-way
$279
Typical prices: $1,584-$3,510
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Thu 1/15
RDU - MAD • 3 stops
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Virgin Atlantic
Cheapest • from $425 (round-trip)
Delta
Best reviews • 7.9 score
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When to book
5 weeks
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Our data shows that travelers who book at least 5 weeks in advance save around 43% compared to booking last minute.
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October
Cheapest • 25% price drop
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Cheap Flights from Raleigh to Madrid (RDU-MAD)

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

Mon, Nov 24 - Wed, Dec 10
Virgin Atlantic Logo
7:10 am - 8:00 amRDU-MAD
18h 50m1 stop
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10:00 am - 7:01 pmMAD-RDU
15h 01m1 stop
$425Virgin Atlantic
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Tue, Dec 9 - Wed, Dec 24
Delta Logo
1:26 pm - 8:00 amRDU-MAD
12h 34m1 stop
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10:00 am - 9:40 amMAD-RDU
29h 40m1 stop
$438Delta
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Tue, Dec 9 - Thu, Dec 25
Delta Logo
9:57 am - 8:00 amRDU-MAD
16h 03m2 stops
Delta Logo
11:15 am - 6:53 pmMAD-RDU
13h 38m1 stop
$443Delta
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Tue, Dec 9 - Tue, Dec 23
Delta Logo
7:05 am - 8:00 amRDU-MAD
18h 55m1 stop
Delta Logo
10:00 am - 4:45 pmMAD-RDU
12h 45m1 stop
$452Delta
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Thu, Dec 4 - Sat, Dec 13
United Airlines Logo
1:25 pm - 8:00 amRDU-MAD
12h 35m1 stop
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1:35 pm - 6:36 pmMAD-RDU
35h 01m2 stops
$461United Airlines
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Mon, Dec 1 - Sat, Dec 13
United Airlines Logo
4:49 pm - 8:00 amRDU-MAD
33h 11m2 stops
United Airlines Logo
1:35 pm - 5:18 pmMAD-RDU
33h 43m2 stops
$465United Airlines
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Sun, Nov 9 - Tue, Nov 25
American Airlines Logo
1:00 pm - 6:20 amRDU-MAD
11h 20m1 stop
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1:15 pm - 8:51 pmMAD-RDU
13h 36m1 stop
$480American Airlines
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Sun, Nov 30 - Mon, Dec 15
Iberia Logo
8:40 pm - 2:50 pmRDU-MAD
12h 10m1 stop
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5:20 pm - 5:45 pmMAD-RDU
30h 25m1 stop
$483Iberia
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Thu, Dec 4 - Tue, Dec 9
American Airlines Logo
8:40 pm - 4:55 pmRDU-MAD
14h 15m1 stop
American Airlines Logo
1:15 pm - 8:52 pmMAD-RDU
13h 37m1 stop
$505American Airlines
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Sun, Nov 9 - Tue, Nov 25
British Airways Logo
6:33 pm - 5:45 amRDU-MAD
29h 12m1 stop
British Airways Logo
1:15 pm - 8:51 pmMAD-RDU
13h 36m1 stop
$509British Airways
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KAYAK's insights & trends for Raleigh to Madrid flights

Get data-powered insights and trends into flights from Raleigh to Madrid 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 Raleigh to Madrid?

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

When flying from Raleigh to Madrid, you should consider leaving on a Wednesday and avoid Fridays if you are looking for the best rates. For your return to Raleigh, you’ll find the best rates on Wednesdays and the most expensive ones on Saturdays.

What is the cheapest month to fly from Raleigh to Madrid?

To calculate monthly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each month over the last year for round-trip flights from Raleigh 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 Raleigh to Madrid is October, where tickets cost $636 (return) on average. On the other hand, the most expensive months are June and July, where the average cost of round-trip tickets is $1,207 and $1,122 respectively.

How far in advance should I book a flight from Raleigh 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 Raleigh 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 Raleigh to Madrid, you should book around 5 weeks before departure, which saves you about 43% compared to booking last minute. For the absolute cheapest price, our data suggests you should book 10 weeks before departure.

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Low seasonFebruary
Cheapest flight$279
Best time to beat the crowds with an average 21% drop in price.
Most popular time to fly and prices are also 14% lower on average.
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Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Raleigh 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 flights from Raleigh to Madrid

  • Can I reserve a seat on an Air France flight from Raleigh to Madrid?

    Passengers can pre-select a seat on an Air France flight from Raleigh to Madrid. When booking your ticket or managing your reservation, you will have the option to choose your seat preference. Air France typically provides an online seat selection process, allowing you to choose from available seating options based on your preferences and availability.

  • On flights from Raleigh to Madrid, how does Air France promote sustainable travel?

    Air France promotes sustainable travel on flights from Raleigh to Madrid through several initiatives. They prioritize fuel efficiency and use modern aircraft with reduced carbon emissions. They implement recycling programs on board and minimize waste generation. Additionally, they support sustainable aviation biofuels and invest in research and development for eco-friendly technologies, striving to minimize their environmental impact.

  • Is it possible for me to rent a car after my flight from Raleigh to Madrid?

    It is possible to rent a car after your flight from Raleigh to Madrid. There are several rental companies available at Madrid-Barajas Airport, including Hertz, Avis, Europcar, Sixt, and Budget. These companies offer a range of car options and services to suit your needs. You can book a rental car in advance or at the airport upon arrival.

  • What in-flight entertainment options are offered on Lufthansa flights from Raleigh to Madrid?

    Lufthansa offers a range of in-flight entertainment options on their flights from Raleigh to Madrid. Passengers can enjoy a selection of music, movies, TV shows, and games. Additionally, there are audio channels and a variety of reading materials available. Free internet access may also be offered for browsing the internet during the flight.

  • What is the cheapest flight from Raleigh to Madrid?

    In the last 3 days, the lowest price for a flight from Raleigh to Madrid was $279 for a one-way ticket and $425 for a round-trip.

  • Do I need a passport to fly between Raleigh and Madrid?

    A passport is required to fly from Raleigh to Madrid.

  • Which airports will I be using when flying from Raleigh to Madrid?

    Raleigh and Madrid are both served by 1 main airport. You will leave Raleigh from Raleigh-Durham and will be arriving at Madrid Barajas.

  • Which aircraft models fly most regularly from Raleigh to Madrid?

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

  • Which airline alliances offer flights from Raleigh to Madrid?

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

  • What is the most popular layover when flying to Madrid from Raleigh?

    Philadelphia is the most popular layover city among KAYAK users traveling from Raleigh to Madrid.

  • Which is the best airline for flights from Raleigh to Madrid, Delta or United Airlines?

    The two airlines most popular with KAYAK users for flights from Raleigh to Madrid are Delta and United Airlines. With an average price for the route of $823 and an overall rating of 7.9, Delta is the most popular choice. United Airlines is also a great choice for the route, with an average price of $879 and an overall rating of 7.4.

  • How does KAYAK find such low prices on flights from Raleigh 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 Raleigh to Madrid.

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

    KAYAK’s flight Price Forecast tool uses historical data to determine whether the price for a flight to Madrid from Raleigh 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 Raleigh 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 Raleigh with another airline. Booking your flights between Raleigh 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 Raleigh 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 Raleigh 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 Raleigh to Madrid

  • After your flight from Raleigh (RDU) to Madrid (MAD), you can utilize various modes of public transportation. The options include the metro, bus, and taxi services. Madrid has an extensive metro system, with multiple lines covering the city. Buses provide comprehensive coverage as well. Taxis are readily available for convenient transportation to your desired destination within the city.
  • Common layovers on flights from Raleigh to Madrid include Zurich, Geneva, and Basel. These Swiss cities often serve as popular transit points for connecting flights. Passengers may find themselves stopping over in one of these cities before continuing their journey to Madrid. Each layover provides an opportunity to explore the unique charms of Switzerland before reaching the final destination.
  • SWISS Airlines currently utilizes the American Airlines Admirals Club Lounge at Raleigh-Durham International Airport (RDU) for its flights departing from Raleigh to Madrid. Passengers can enjoy a range of amenities, including complimentary internet access, comfortable seating, refreshments, and business facilities. The lounge provides a relaxing and convenient environment for SWISS passengers before their journey to Madrid.
  • Lufthansa offers a range of kid-friendly options on flights from Raleigh to Madrid. They provide in-flight entertainment with movies, TV shows, and games suitable for children. Additionally, Lufthansa offers kid-friendly meal options, including special menus designed to appeal to younger passengers. The airline strives to ensure a comfortable and enjoyable experience for families traveling with children.
  • Lufthansa's pet policies for flights from Raleigh to Madrid allow pets to travel in the cabin or as checked baggage. For cabin travel, the maximum weight allowed is 17.6 lb, including the carrier. As checked baggage, the weight limit is 110 lb. Additional fees and restrictions may apply, so it's advisable to contact Lufthansa directly.

Reviews of the top 5 airlines serving from Raleigh to Madrid

 
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7.9
DeltaOverall score based on 7993 reviews
8.2Boarding
8.5Crew
7.3Food
7.9Comfort
7.9Entertainment
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Staff were friendly and happy. Delta could make sure passengers that don't have the app know of changes. Without Kayak I would not have known about the change of gate or the delay. Kayak was faster to notify me.

8.0 ExcellentJulie, Oct 2025LAX - SFO
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Staff were friendly and happy. Delta could make sure passengers that don't have the app know of changes. Without Kayak I would not have known about the change of gate or the delay. Kayak was faster to notify me.

They ended up paying for the bag twice, but the counter wouldn't take my baggage receipt. Left it to me to resolve. Not sure how to resolve the issue.

The customer service before board was very rude and when I expressed my concerns about making the connecting flight she laughed and told me I bought the wrong ticket. I explained once it showed the flight was delayed it no longer let me change seats or anything. I was trying to upgrade to make sure I would get to the next gate on time.

Non stop on long haul is the way to go. Great experience

The aircraft interior is old and tired on this aircraft. The entertainment system never worked despite the crews attempt to reset the system.

The flight used a B767 with a very old interior from before 2014. The entertainment system did not work at all during the flight despite attempts to reset the system. It was like they flew this route just to be competitive.

Old plane and old configuration/seats but still comfortable for a morning flight

They changed planes and the new plane couldn’t carry enough fuel to fly across the country so we had to stop in Kansas City to refuel. Flight was delayed .

Flight was too crowded and seats are too small, especially since passengrs are getting larger. Having a middle seat is ALWAYS tough! Woman on my left was large & kept creeping in to my space. Flight personnel were great! Have more savory rather than sweet snacks please.

Flight was crowded and the woman sitting on my left was large & kept crouching in to my space. You need bigger seats or smaller passengers to fit into the seats you DO have! Snack were OK. Would appreciate if airlines had more savory rather than sweet snacks, thank you!

Flight delayed and missed connection. Rescheduled flight cancelled after 6 hrs wait. Rerouted thru ORD, flight cancelled, overnight stay in ORD. Still in the air on new flight!

in chicago, you have to go out to drop off your luggage for a connecting flight and come back into a security check. which was horrible with a government shut down. some airports you down off luggage and go to your gate. things were not cleanly marked.

Flight was delayed because of a bird strike. They had another plane available within 45 minutes.

You can plug your phone in & use their wifi to watch movies, etc, but the plane’s wifi was disconnected for most of the flight.

The trip was smooth but the crew were very abrupt, snatching things before finished and being quite snappy when asked questions.

Very below average , plane from Dallas to Toyko was very poor designed plane. I had to sit for 13 hours next to fat man. Really bad seat and entertainment screen sucked

Boarding: Boarding was a bit of a mess. Our tickets indicated "BC" for Business Class, but we and many others were confused as that was not indicated anywhere in the airport, so we didn't know when we're supposed to board. The airplane: The airplane was nice. However, we sat near the back of the business class cabin and the flight attendants and passengers from other cabins would constantly move the curtain (which was very loud), preventing me from fallling asleep on my 8 hour flight. The flight crew: Amazing, generally. However, they nearly forgot to serve breakfast to me. The flight food: I was able to select my meal for dinner, which was really good. Breakfast was a bit of a mess, however. The crew forgot to serve me breakfast until the last minute. Very little was available by the time they remembered. The entertainment: Paltry, underwhelming, and dated. Not one new movie was available. Bottom line: For the money, you might want to consider other options for your international business class flights.

We arrived 4 hours early and still almost missed the flight because they weren’t able to access one of the boarding tickets. They then sent hour bags late and we were all of our without clothing and eventually had to take an expensive cab back and forth to the airport as they wouldn’t deliver the bag which arrived late at night that day and we would have to wait until noon the began day (messing up a second day of plans). Also, all the food has dairy or pork. No vegan or even vegetarian option in the flight—even for purchase.

Sat on the ground in Cincinnati for 50 minutes before deplaning

Flight was delayed. Staff at the gate effectively and proactively communicated about the delay.

The flight was two hours late due to a computer fault and resulting maintenance. Nothing was offered as compensation beyond bottles of water during the time we were deplaned and waiting in the terminal.

Very pleasant flight attendants. Gate crew rather loud chatting with each other.

Four plus hour flight delay in New York caused us to take off after 11:30pm. We didn’t arrive at our hotel until five hours after check in. Started the trip off feeling exhausted.

Plane was in bad shape. TV’s and WiFi didn’t work. Plane need a refresh. Not enough room for bags.

There was a fowl odour coming from the lavatory the entire flight

Everything was great. I liked the text updates so that I never miss a gate change & I have all the latest info.

I don’t usually fly budget airlines or airlines in the United States. It was as good as any other airline. The seats are comfortable and the airline attendants are not rude & surly. Very nice flight (s).

No internet on a flight over three hours in this age is criminal. Staff inattentive and dismissive

They have the most inexperienced / rude flight staff I’ve encountered

very difficult boarding process - aggressive passengers not the friendliest crew

Excellent. Thanks to United Star Alliance, since economy was overbooked, I’m grateful to have been upgraded to Business Class.

Good plane, excellent food, crew and entertainment. Seats in business could use an upgrade

Disaster. Downgraded. Zero apology. No effort or coordination between gate and crew. Awful seat blocked by door emergency slide box. Iberia is a mess. App never works. Avoid this airline.

We departed late but made up most of the time in flight. Our ticket was pure economy, so it wasn’t anything fancy; however, I heard that we arrived in Madrid at the exact same time that First Class passengers arrived! Overall, our experience was similar to what we had on other American Airlines transatlantic flights - good value at a reasonable price. We were even able to get our carry-on baggage onto the plane without needing to gate check it.

Flight was OK. Waiting for luggage in Madrid for 55 minutes, unacceptable

Transportation from gate to airplane was poor we stayed in hot bus for 20 minute no vantilation

The crew were friendly and helpful. Iberia lost our luggage on arrival, Friday and we didn't get it until Sunday at 10:00 p.m. local Malaga time. I also paid $382.80 for seat assignments but two out out of the four were not together. Iberia mentioned that it was because the plane was delayed in Madrid before our flight began in LAX. They should compensate us half of my payment.

We liked the flight but while we purchased an aisle seat, our seats had a different configuration on this flight. A fellow passenger suggested that the airplane had been changed. Too bad we were not informed and had no chance to modify our seat preferences. We were stuck in the window and middle seats with no chance to walk around and go to the bathroom without disturbing our sleeping fellow passenger.

Boarding an international flight via several sets of stairs and shuttle busses to the tarmac even when multiple jet-bridges were empty at Madrid airport (the hub for Iberia) was not pleasant. I was fine, but a lot of elderly folks and families with kids were struggling. A bad way to start a flight. Business class seats were nice, although not cleaned well from the prior flight.

The flight was great; I don't see any area of improvement.

I don't know about the others but the flight attendant that took care of us had the absolute wrong approach "how do we dare asking for water or anything else for that matter"

Flying on the Boeing 787 from Seattle to London was everything that I expected. Every thing was great.

Not my definition of first class. No leg room and barely any recline. The food was good. The crew was great. The comfort for the price I paid for London to Cairo was highway robbery. The Wi-Fi didn't work for me either.

Seat pitch is not enough to eat comfortably. When seat in front is reclined, your screen comes closer to your face. Ryanair seats are actually more comfortable.

The leg from Portland to Heathrow was great for a business class ticket. The BA leg from Heathrow to Lisbon was terrible. Basically coach seating with an empty seat between you and next passenger. Absolutely no leg room. Should not have been charged for business class and it was a 3 hour flight.

The flat beds. Other than that, the place was not clean.

No WiFi in either flight. No leg room, the seat in front of me left dents on my knees and the tray was so low my knees propped it up if I tried to use it.

Moved me away from my family and refused to fix it.

I have always been pleased with their service. Would not change a thing

Seating and food was the worst we have experienced in 35 years of traveling for both personal and busines .

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