Direct (nonstop) flights from Madrid to Santander

1 airline flys nonstop from Barajas (MAD) to Santander (SDR). It's 203 miles (326 km), about 1h 10m in the air. Operated by Iberia.

MAD
Barajas
🇪🇸 Madrid, Spain
✈
SDR
Santander
🇪🇸 Santander, Spain
Flight Time
1h 10m
Distance
203 mi
326 km
CO₂/pax
37 kg
−89 kg vs. layover
Airlines
1
Iberia
Time Diff
Same timezone
Operated by Iberia Iberia

Route data last updated: May 30, 2026

Airlines with non-stop flights

Iberia IB Iberia
Route
MAD → SDR
Flight Time
1h 10m
Distance
203 mi

Alternative Routes

Other ways to fly from Madrid to Santander with one stop · direct emits 37 kg CO₂ per passenger

MAD → VGO (Vigo) → SDR
Leg 1: 1h 5m (289 mi) Leg 2: 1h 10m (258 mi) Total: ~2h 15m 🍃 126 kg CO₂ (+241% vs. direct)
Leg 1
MAD → VGO
1h 5m · 289 mi
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Leg 2
VGO → SDR
1h 10m · 258 mi
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MAD → VLC (Valencia) → SDR
Leg 1: 1h (178 mi) Leg 2: 1h 20m (322 mi) Total: ~2h 20m 🍃 118 kg CO₂ (+219% vs. direct)
Leg 1
MAD → VLC
1h · 178 mi
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Leg 2
VLC → SDR
1h 20m · 322 mi
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MAD → ALC (Alicante) → SDR
Leg 1: 1h 10m (221 mi) Leg 2: 1h 30m (393 mi) Total: ~2h 40m 🍃 139 kg CO₂ (+276% vs. direct)
Leg 1
MAD → ALC
1h 10m · 221 mi
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Leg 2
ALC → SDR
1h 30m · 393 mi
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MAD → LEI (Almeria) → SDR
Leg 1: 1h 15m (259 mi) Leg 2: 1h 25m (460 mi) Total: ~2h 40m 🍃 158 kg CO₂ (+327% vs. direct)
Leg 1
MAD → LEI
1h 15m · 259 mi
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Leg 2
LEI → SDR
1h 25m · 460 mi
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MAD → SVQ (Sevilla) → SDR
Leg 1: 1h 15m (246 mi) Leg 2: 1h 25m (428 mi) Total: ~2h 40m 🍃 150 kg CO₂ (+305% vs. direct)
Leg 1
MAD → SVQ
1h 15m · 246 mi
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Leg 2
SVQ → SDR
1h 25m · 428 mi
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Frequently Asked Questions

How long is the direct flight from Madrid to Santander?

A nonstop flight from Madrid (MAD) to Santander (SDR) takes approximately 1 hours and 10 minutes. The distance is 203 miles (326 km).

Which airlines fly nonstop from Madrid to Santander?

Just Iberia.

Is there a nonstop flight from Madrid to Santander?

Yes. 1 airline: Iberia.

How far is Madrid from Santander?

The flight distance from Madrid to Santander is 203 miles (326 km), measured as the great-circle (shortest air) distance. That's roughly the same distance as New York to Washington DC.

What type of aircraft flies from Madrid to Santander?

At 1h 10m, this route typically uses narrow-body aircraft — Boeing 737 or Airbus A320. Varies by airline.

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

Roughly 37 kg CO2 per passenger one-way. That's about the same as driving 185 km.

Is the return flight from Santander to Madrid 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 Madrid to Santander?

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 Barajas for this flight?

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