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Cheap flights from Istanbul Airport to Madrid, Spain

IST — MAD
14 Oct — 21 Oct1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy

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Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Istanbul (IST) to Madrid (MAD). Learn about various techniques such as flexible date searches, comparing prices across and setting up price alerts. Use these methods to find the cheapest flights available for your travel needs. Data last updated 14 September 2025.

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August

Cheapest in

February

Average price

C$ 581
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 23% potential increase in price (C$ 193 potential increase over avg. RT price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 5% potential price decrease (C$ 33 potential savings vs. average RT price).
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Best time to book a flight from Istanbul to Madrid

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Istanbul Airport to Madrid

How far ahead should I book a flight from Istanbul Airport to Madrid?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Istanbul to Madrid. Price data was last updated on 12 September 2025.

The price you pay for your flight from Istanbul Airport to Madrid may vary depending on when you book. For the best chance of a lower fare, look to book 48 days in advance of your trip. Fares are likely to increase a fortnight or so before your departure date.

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Istanbul Airport to Madrid?

Currently, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Istanbul Airport to Madrid (average of C$ 658). Flying from Istanbul Airport to Madrid in December is currently the most expensive (average of C$ 951). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from IST to MAD?

Find hourly flight availability from Istanbul to Madrid. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated 14 September 2025.

A simple way to save on the total cost of your ticket is to fly from Istanbul Airport to Madrid in the morning. If you’re flexible enough to do this you can expect to save up to 41% on your trip compared to booking a flight at noon.

Reviews of airlines servicing Madrid

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Madrid. Read reviews, discover amenities, and learn about the overall travel experience offered by airlines. Use this information to make informed decisions when choosing an airline for your flight to Madrid. Reviews last updated 14 September 2025.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown Pegasus Airlines from Istanbul Airport to Madrid. Users can see the overall rating for each airline as well as how each is rated in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Pegasus Airlines
6.8
Okay
638 reviews
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Boarding

6.8

Entertainment

5.6

Crew

7.3

Overall

6.8

Comfort

6.4

Food

5.8

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

donald,Nov 2024

STN - AYT

Very smart crew and helpful. Plenty of leg room. Plane was clean. Only issue is baggage size.. Plenty of room but I could not get extra hand luggage and 3 kg is nothing
Pegasus Airlines
6.8
Okay
638 reviews
Pegasus Airlines
6.8
Okay
638 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

6.8

Entertainment

5.6

Crew

7.3

Overall

6.8

Comfort

6.4

Food

5.8

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

donald,Nov 2024

STN - AYT

Very smart crew and helpful. Plenty of leg room. Plane was clean. Only issue is baggage size.. Plenty of room but I could not get extra hand luggage and 3 kg is nothing

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Istanbul to Madrid. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

  • What airport do you fly into for flights to Madrid from Istanbul?

    Madrid Barajas (MAD), located 13.6 km from the city centre, is the airport you fly into when you book flights from Istanbul to Madrid. 1 airline have flights to Barajas from Istanbul on a regular basis. Booking flights from Istanbul to Madrid Barajas should not be difficult; the airport handles an average of 19 inbound flights from Istanbul per day.

  • What is the cheapest airline to fly from Istanbul Airport to Madrid round-trip?

    According to our current data, Pegasus Airlines (C$ 277), offers the cheapest pricing from Istanbul Airport to Madrid. Users have found that Pegasus Airlines is 40% cheaper than the other options available to this destination.

  • What are the most reliable airlines from Istanbul Airport to Madrid?

    Consider Thai Airways (72%), Avianca (67%) or Air Europa (64%) when booking your flight. These represent the most reliable airlines when flying from Istanbul Airport to Madrid.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Istanbul to Madrid that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on Istanbul to Madrid flights, Cheapflights offers vacation packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from Istanbul to Madrid?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from Istanbul to Madrid.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Istanbul to Madrid?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Istanbul to Madrid by cabin class. In addition to browsing deals, you can also filter by cabin class on the search results page after making a search.

  • What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Istanbul Airport to Madrid?

    Currently, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Istanbul Airport to Madrid (average of C$ 658). Flying from Istanbul Airport to Madrid in December is currently the most expensive (average of C$ 951). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

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Top airline flying from Istanbul to Madrid

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AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Pegasus AirlinesCheapestC$ 277AverageC$ 738FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time82%
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