C$179 Cheap Flights from Zurich (ZRH) to Madrid (MAD)

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Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from Zurich Airport to Madrid Airport? If you want to travel next month, return fares start from C$205. Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.

Madrid.C$91 per passenger.Departing Wed., Sep. 23.One-way flight with Vueling Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Vueling Airlines, departs from Zurich on Wed., Sep. 23, arriving in Madrid.Price includes taxes and charges.From C$91, select.

Madrid.C$95 per passenger.Departing Wed., Oct. 21.One-way flight with Vueling Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Vueling Airlines, departs from Zurich on Wed., Oct. 21, arriving in Madrid.Price includes taxes and charges.From C$95, select.

Madrid.C$96 per passenger.Departing Mon., May 31.One-way flight with Vueling Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Vueling Airlines, departs from Zurich on Mon., May 31, arriving in Madrid.Price includes taxes and charges.From C$96, select.

Madrid.C$98 per passenger.Departing Tue., Apr. 20.One-way flight with Vueling Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Vueling Airlines, departs from Zurich on Tue., Apr. 20, arriving in Madrid.Price includes taxes and charges.From C$98, select.

Madrid.C$98 per passenger.Departing Wed., Aug. 5.One-way flight with Condor.Outbound indirect flight with Condor, departs from Zurich on Wed., Aug. 5, arriving in Madrid.Price includes taxes and charges.From C$98, select.

Madrid.C$103 per passenger.Departing Fri., Jan. 8.One-way flight with Vueling Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Vueling Airlines, departs from Zurich on Fri., Jan. 8, arriving in Madrid.Price includes taxes and charges.From C$103, select.

Madrid.C$110 per passenger.Departing Wed., Aug. 19.One-way flight with Air Europa.Outbound direct flight with Air Europa departs from Zurich on Wed., Aug. 19, arriving in Madrid.Price includes taxes and charges.From C$110, select.

Madrid.C$112 per passenger.Departing Fri., Dec. 4.One-way flight with Vueling Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Vueling Airlines, departs from Zurich on Fri., Dec. 4, arriving in Madrid.Price includes taxes and charges.From C$112, select.

Madrid.C$117 per passenger.Departing Tue., Nov. 24.One-way flight with Air Europa.Outbound direct flight with Air Europa departs from Zurich on Tue., Nov. 24, arriving in Madrid.Price includes taxes and charges.From C$117, select.

Madrid.C$119 per passenger.Departing Sat., Jan. 16.One-way flight with Iberia.Outbound direct flight with Iberia departs from Zurich on Sat., Jan. 16, arriving in Madrid.Price includes taxes and charges.From C$119, select.

Madrid.C$120 per passenger.Departing Wed., Dec. 2.One-way flight with Iberia.Outbound direct flight with Iberia departs from Zurich on Wed., Dec. 2, arriving in Madrid.Price includes taxes and charges.From C$120, select.

Madrid.C$122 per passenger.Departing Mon., May 17.One-way flight with SWISS.Outbound direct flight with SWISS departs from Zurich on Mon., May 17, arriving in Madrid.Price includes taxes and charges.From C$122, select.

Madrid.C$122 per passenger.Departing Sun., Mar. 7.One-way flight with SWISS.Outbound direct flight with SWISS departs from Zurich on Sun., Mar. 7, arriving in Madrid.Price includes taxes and charges.From C$122, select.

Madrid.C$123 per passenger.Departing Mon., Jun. 14.One-way flight with SWISS.Outbound direct flight with SWISS departs from Zurich on Mon., Jun. 14, arriving in Madrid.Price includes taxes and charges.From C$123, select.

Madrid.C$123 per passenger.Departing Sun., Feb. 21.One-way flight with SWISS.Outbound direct flight with SWISS departs from Zurich on Sun., Feb. 21, arriving in Madrid.Price includes taxes and charges.From C$123, select.

Madrid.C$136 per passenger.Departing Tue., Jul. 28.One-way flight with Condor.Outbound indirect flight with Condor, departs from Zurich on Tue., Jul. 28, arriving in Madrid.Price includes taxes and charges.From C$136, select.

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Zurich to Madrid: Alternative routes

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Zurich to Madrid: Flight information

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Cheapest flight found	C$91
Cheapest month to fly	September
Average flight time	2 hrs, 25 mins
Most popular airline	LATAM Airlines
Average flights per week	233

Finding cheap flights from Zurich to Madrid: Frequently asked questions

How much are return flights from Zurich to Madrid?

The best price we found for a return flight from Zurich to Madrid is C$179. This is an estimate based on information collected from different airlines and travel providers over the last 4 days and is subject to change and availability.

How long does it take to fly from Zurich to Madrid?

2 hours and 25 minutes is the average flight time from Zurich to Madrid.

Which airlines fly direct from Zurich to Madrid?

LATAM Airlines, Iberia and Vueling Airlines fly direct from Zurich to Madrid.

How many flights are there a week from Zurich to Madrid?

As of July 2026, there are 233 flights per week flying from Zurich to Madrid.

When is the cheapest time to fly from Zurich to Madrid?

The cheapest month to fly from Zurich to Madrid is usually September.

Which upcoming date is cheapest to fly from Zurich Airport to Madrid Airport on?

After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Zurich Airport to Madrid Airport on Monday, September 21, 2026.

Can I get a direct flight from Zurich Airport to Madrid Airport?

Yes – the average flight time is 2 hours and 25 minutes.

How can I find the best flight deal to Madrid?

We show every price from over 1,200 airlines and travel agents, comparing them all so you don’t have to. If you know you want to fly to Madrid but you’re not ready to book, set up a Price Alert. We’ll track prices for you, and let you know when they rise or fall.

When is the best time to book flights to Madrid?

We crunched all the numbers in our flight calendar and it looks like the cheapest time to book a flight to Madrid is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.

Which is the cheapest airline to fly from Zurich Airport to Madrid with?

Currently, Vueling Airlines and Iberia offer the cheapest flight tickets to Madrid.

Travelling from Zurich Airport (ZRH) to Madrid Airport (MAD): what you need to know

Around 2 hours 25 minutes is how long you can expect to be in the air on a direct flight from Zurich Airport to Madrid Airport.
Zurich and Madrid are in the UTC+1 timezone. This means there's no time difference to consider.
Flights from ZRH to MAD start from 06:50 — the first with SWISS. The latest departure is at 19:45 with Iberia. Overall, there are 51 weekly Zurich Airport to Madrid Airport flights.
Leave plenty of time to make your ZRH to MAD flight. As a general rule, arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
You can expect bigger queues in popular months such as July. Arriving up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours for domestic departures will give you ample time for security and boarding.
A variety of airlines offer direct flights from Zurich Airport to Madrid Airport, so jetting to Madrid (and then seeing more of Spain!) is easy. Leading carriers that fly nonstop include:
The airline that tops the list for bookings on this route is Iberia.
Air Europa is the most punctual carrier operating ZRH to MAD flights. A reliable 85.6% of its services on this route arrive on time.

How to find the cheapest flights from Zurich Airport (ZRH) to Madrid Airport (MAD)

At the moment, C$91 is the cheapest price we've found for a one-way Zurich Airport to Madrid Airport flight. The best price for a return ticket is C$179. Remember that fares can change due to availability at the time of booking.
Get cheap tickets from ZRH to MAD by booking at least six months ahead. According to our research, that's the sweet spot for finding the biggest deals.
November is the cheapest month for flights from Zurich Airport to Madrid Airport. If you need to fly at a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will show you the lowest airfares across every month.
Getting your hands on cheap flights from ZRH to MAD is easy with Price Alerts. Simply set up one of these automatic alerts and we'll notify you when a new discounted fare appears.
Secure the perfect flight for you with the help of the filters. To see the 'Best,' 'Cheapest' or 'Fastest' flights from Zurich Airport to Madrid Airport, use the 'Sort by' function. You can also filter by airline, arrival and departure times, and number of stops.

Handy information about Zurich Airport (ZRH)

Of the flights that depart from Zurich Airport, 76% land on schedule at their destination.
Zurich Airport is about 11 kilometres from central Zurich. If you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving from the centre, it'll take 15 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.
Planning to take public transport? Expect a trip time of around 10 minutes.
Get your journey off to a leisurely start by staying near ZRH. Whether you have an early flight from Zurich Airport to Madrid Airport or want to avoid feeling rushed, these stays have you covered:

Arriving at Madrid Airport (MAD)

The last thing you want is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late Zurich Airport to Madrid Airport flight. Stay at one of these accommodation options near MAD instead:
Pick up a Madrid Airport rental car and discover Madrid and beyond with your own wheels. Record Go, Goldcar and Click and Rent are popular providers to choose from here.
To lock in the lowest price, book your vehicle from Madrid Airport about one week before you travel.

When to fly to Madrid Airport (MAD)

July is the most popular month for flights from Zurich Airport to Madrid Airport. To escape the crowds, visit Madrid in March.
Book your flight from Zurich Airport to Madrid Airport for July if you'd like to explore Madrid during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 18ºC (64ºF) and 37ºC (99ºF).
January sees average temperatures of between 0ºC (32ºF) and 12ºC (54ºF). Look for cheap tickets from ZRH to MAD sometime around then if you want to travel in cooler conditions.

Explore more of Spain

Madrid is always a good idea, but there are so many other parts of Spain just waiting to be discovered. Around 274 kilometres north-east of Madrid, a trip to Zaragoza will fill your itinerary to the brim. Start with leading attractions like Plaza del Pilar, La Seo del Salvador and Basílica de Nuestra Senora del Pilar.
If there's time to check out another great destination in Spain, head for Salamanca, about 177 kilometres west of Madrid. Catedral de Salamanca, Salamanca, Casco Historico and Plaza Mayor are the start of reasons to visit.