Direct (nonstop) flights from Santander to Madrid

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

SDR
Santander
🇪🇸 Santander, Spain
MAD
Barajas
🇪🇸 Madrid, 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 22, 2026

Airlines with non-stop flights

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

Alternative Routes

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

SDR VGO (Vigo) MAD
Leg 1: 1h 5m (258 mi) Leg 2: 1h 10m (289 mi) Total: ~2h 15m 🍃 126 kg CO₂ (+241% vs. direct)
Leg 1
SDR → VGO
1h 5m · 258 mi
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Leg 2
VGO → MAD
1h 10m · 289 mi
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SDR VLC (Valencia) MAD
Leg 1: 1h 20m (322 mi) Leg 2: 55m (178 mi) Total: ~2h 15m 🍃 118 kg CO₂ (+219% vs. direct)
Leg 1
SDR → VLC
1h 20m · 322 mi
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Leg 2
VLC → MAD
55m · 178 mi
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SDR ALC (Alicante) MAD
Leg 1: 1h 20m (393 mi) Leg 2: 1h 5m (221 mi) Total: ~2h 25m 🍃 139 kg CO₂ (+276% vs. direct)
Leg 1
SDR → ALC
1h 20m · 393 mi
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Leg 2
ALC → MAD
1h 5m · 221 mi
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SDR SVQ (Sevilla) MAD
Leg 1: 1h 25m (428 mi) Leg 2: 1h 5m (246 mi) Total: ~2h 30m 🍃 150 kg CO₂ (+305% vs. direct)
Leg 1
SDR → SVQ
1h 25m · 428 mi
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Leg 2
SVQ → MAD
1h 5m · 246 mi
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SDR BCN (Barcelona) MAD
Leg 1: 1h 15m (335 mi) Leg 2: 1h 25m (300 mi) Total: ~2h 40m 🍃 143 kg CO₂ (+286% vs. direct)
Leg 1
SDR → BCN
1h 15m · 335 mi
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Leg 2
BCN → MAD
1h 25m · 300 mi
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Frequently Asked Questions

How long is the direct flight from Santander to Madrid?

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

Which airlines fly nonstop from Santander to Madrid?

Just Iberia.

Is there a nonstop flight from Santander to Madrid?

Yes. 1 airline: Iberia.

How far is Santander from Madrid?

The flight distance from Santander to Madrid 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 Santander to Madrid?

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 Santander to Madrid?

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

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

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