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Madrid (MAD) to London (STN) flights
Nonstop from Madrid-Barajas to London Stansted: distance, flying time, which airlines fly it and how often.
Distance
1,300km
808 mi, great circle
Flying time
2h 23m
typical, gate to gate
Flights a day
5.6
average, November 2026
Airlines
1
passenger airlines
Airlines flying MAD to STN
Route map
The shortest path over the Earth's surface. Actual tracks vary with winds and airspace. Map © OpenStreetMap contributors.
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Frequently asked questions
How long is the flight from Madrid to London?
About 2h 23m gate to gate for the 1,300 km (808 mile) trip, estimated from distance. Schedules vary by airline and season, and winds can add or save time.
Which airlines fly nonstop from MAD to STN?
Ryanair, with about 5.6 flights a day between them in our data (AeroDataBox, November 2026).