How to get from Düsseldorf to Madrid
- 1447 km as the crow flies
- Fastest: flight, 2h 40m
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Start with the whole journey.
We compared the ways to travel from Düsseldorf to Madrid. The most useful option is a flight; the flight itself takes 2h 40m, not counting the trip to and from the airports. The two cities are about 1447 km apart in a straight line. The price and operators below come from a real route search.
This fare comes from a search on October 6, 2026 and has not been refreshed since. Run a live search for today's price.
1447 km
Which way suits you?
| Transport | Observed fare | Duration and scope | Detail |
|---|---|---|---|
| Flight | €149Checked Oct 6 | 2h 40mFlight only | See Flight details |
| Bus | €71Omio catalogue, Oct 11 | 26h 05m1 transfer | See Bus details |
- Flight€149Checked Oct 62h 40m · Flight onlySee Flight details
- Bus€71Omio catalogue, Oct 1126h 05m · 1 transferSee Bus details
These figures were observed on different days. This table is not a live price ranking for your date.
Düsseldorf to Madrid: cheapest or fastest?
Pick a tab: the legs, the timing and the difference from the others all change with it.
- 1Düsseldorf Airport → Madrid–Barajasflight
Iberia·2h 40m
The best balance of price and time we found on this route.
Departure and arrival
Ticket prices on this route
What each way of travelling costs, as the operator publishes it. These describe the route rather than a date you pick, and they refresh once a day. Booking opens at our partner Omio.
- Bus· 25h 35m€71Book
Omio last refreshed these on Sun, Oct 11
Operators seen on these journeys
IberiaDüsseldorf Airport-Madrid–BarajasSee live options and dates →
FlixBusDüsseldorf-Bruxelles Midi, Bruxelles Midi-MadridBook →On this route you travel with Iberia, FlixBus; Routavio does not add a booking fee.
How the trip from Düsseldorf to Madrid works
Start with a IB flight from Düsseldorf to Madrid, about 2h 40m. In total it's roughly €149 over 2h 40m, direct, no transfers.
Düsseldorf to Madrid: common questions
How long does it take to get from Düsseldorf to Madrid?
The most useful option is a flight; the flight itself takes about 2h 40m. Getting to and from the airports is on top of that.
How far is Madrid from Düsseldorf?
About 1447 km in a straight line. The real route on the ground or in the air is longer.
How much does Düsseldorf to Madrid cost?
Our latest search put the route we recommend at €149. Other options on this page can cost less, and the exact fare depends on your travel date.
Are there direct flights from Düsseldorf to Madrid?
Yes. The best option we found flies without a transfer and takes about 2h 40m.
How long is the flight from Düsseldorf to Madrid?
About 2h 40m, and that is the flight itself. Getting to and from the airports is on top of it.
What are the airport codes for Düsseldorf and Madrid?
Düsseldorf is DUS and Madrid is MAD, so this route is usually written DUS to MAD.
Which operators run Düsseldorf to Madrid?
On this route you travel with Iberia, FlixBus.
What is the cheapest way to get from Düsseldorf to Madrid?
Usually a flexible date, or leaving from a nearby airport. A live search puts every option for your dates side by side.
Can I book directly?
Yes. Routavio sends you straight to the operator or an independent third-party provider. We never add a booking fee. The final fare and availability are confirmed by that provider.
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Sources and method
Routes are calculated by Routavio's multimodal engine from operator timetables and flight data. Durations come from timetables, and prices are the most recent observation, not a guarantee.
Operators: Iberia
Route calculated: 6 Oct 2026
Prices checked: 6 Oct 2026