Direct (nonstop) flights from Alicante to Madrid

2 airlines fly nonstop from Alicante–Elche Miguel Hernández Airport (ALC) to Barajas (MAD). It's 221 miles (356 km), about 1h 5m in the air. Operated by Iberia, Air Europa.

ALC
Alicante–Elche Miguel Hernández Airport
🇪🇸 Alicante, Spain
MAD
Barajas
🇪🇸 Madrid, Spain
Flight Time
1h 5m
Distance
221 mi
356 km
CO₂/pax
41 kg
−58 kg vs. layover
Airlines
2
Iberia +1
Time Diff
Same timezone
Operated by Iberia Iberia Air Europa Air Europa

Route data last updated: May 27, 2026

Airlines with non-stop flights

Iberia IB Iberia
Route
ALC → MAD
Flight Time
1h 5m
Distance
221 mi
Air Europa UX Air Europa
Route
ALC → MAD
Flight Time
1h 5m
Distance
221 mi

Alternative Routes

Other ways to fly from Alicante to Madrid with one stop · direct emits 41 kg CO₂ per passenger

ALC IBZ (Ibiza) MAD
Leg 1: 50m (112 mi) Leg 2: 1h 20m (285 mi) Total: ~2h 10m 🍃 99 kg CO₂ (+141% vs. direct)
Leg 1
ALC → IBZ
50m · 112 mi
View ALC to IBZ flights →
Leg 2
IBZ → MAD
1h 20m · 285 mi
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ALC SVQ (Sevilla) MAD
Leg 1: 1h 10m (298 mi) Leg 2: 1h 5m (246 mi) Total: ~2h 15m 🍃 126 kg CO₂ (+207% vs. direct)
Leg 1
ALC → SVQ
1h 10m · 298 mi
View ALC to SVQ flights →
Leg 2
SVQ → MAD
1h 5m · 246 mi
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ALC LEI (Almeria) MAD
Leg 1: 1h (140 mi) Leg 2: 1h 15m (259 mi) Total: ~2h 15m 🍃 99 kg CO₂ (+141% vs. direct)
Leg 1
ALC → LEI
1h · 140 mi
View ALC to LEI flights →
Leg 2
LEI → MAD
1h 15m · 259 mi
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ALC PMI (Palma de Mallorca) MAD
Leg 1: 55m (197 mi) Leg 2: 1h 25m (340 mi) Total: ~2h 20m 🍃 124 kg CO₂ (+202% vs. direct)
Leg 1
ALC → PMI
55m · 197 mi
View ALC to PMI flights →
Leg 2
PMI → MAD
1h 25m · 340 mi
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ALC VIT (Vitoria) MAD
Leg 1: 1h 20m (337 mi) Leg 2: 1h 5m (170 mi) Total: ~2h 25m 🍃 119 kg CO₂ (+190% vs. direct)
Leg 1
ALC → VIT
1h 20m · 337 mi
View ALC to VIT flights →
Leg 2
VIT → MAD
1h 5m · 170 mi
View VIT to MAD flights →

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Frequently Asked Questions

How long is the direct flight from Alicante to Madrid?

A nonstop flight from Alicante (ALC) to Madrid (MAD) takes approximately 1 hours and 5 minutes. The distance is 221 miles (356 km).

Which airlines fly nonstop from Alicante to Madrid?

2 airlines: Iberia, Air Europa.

Is there a nonstop flight from Alicante to Madrid?

Yes. 2 airlines: Iberia, Air Europa.

How far is Alicante from Madrid?

The flight distance from Alicante to Madrid is 221 miles (356 km), measured as the great-circle (shortest air) distance. That's roughly the same distance as London to Paris.

What type of aircraft flies from Alicante to Madrid?

At 1h 5m, this route typically uses narrow-body aircraft — Boeing 737 or Airbus A320. Varies by airline.

What is the carbon footprint of a flight from Alicante to Madrid?

Roughly 41 kg CO2 per passenger one-way. That's about the same as driving 205 km.

Is the return flight from Madrid to Alicante also nonstop?

Yes — nonstop flights run both ways. Flight time may differ slightly due to wind patterns.

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

Midweek flights (Tue/Wed) outside holiday peaks are usually cheapest. 3-6 weeks ahead is a good window for this route. Use "Check Prices" above to compare.

How early should I arrive at Alicante–Elche Miguel Hernández Airport for this flight?

1.5-2 hours for domestic. Add more time during holidays or busy travel weekends.