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Southern Europe · 850 miles
Madrid to Rome Flights — MAD to FCO Airlines, Airports & Fare Tips
Searching for cheap flights from Madrid to Rome? Compare departures from Madrid Barajas (MAD) to Fiumicino (FCO). Find the best time to book, top airlines, flight duration, and money-saving tips for your Spain to Italy trip.
Which airport should you fly from?
Compare departure and arrival airports for the Madrid to Rome route.
MAD — Madrid
Madrid Barajas (MAD)
Metro Line 8 to city centre in 25 minutes.
FCO — Rome
Fiumicino (FCO)
Leonardo Express to Termini in 32 minutes.
Airlines flying Madrid to Rome
Iberia, Vueling, and ITA Airways operate daily nonstop flights between Madrid and Rome.
Flight duration & logistics
Nonstop flights from Madrid to Rome take approximately ~2h 30m. The distance is 850 miles. Around 8+ flights operate daily on this route.
- Flight time: ~2h 30m
- Time difference: 0h
- Daily flights: 8+
Money-saving tips for Madrid to Rome travel
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Book in advance
Vueling often offers the lowest fares. Book 4–6 weeks ahead.
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Compare airlines
Iberia and Vueling are IAG group — compare both.
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Flexible dates
Avoid peak summer and Christmas.
Rome — your destination
Discover what awaits after your flight from Madrid.
Why book with Tikitikita?
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- Prices shown include taxes and surcharges
Frequently asked questions
How long MAD to FCO?
~2h 30m nonstop. Distance ~850 miles.
Airlines MAD–FCO?
Iberia, Vueling, ITA Airways.
Cheapest month MAD–FCO?
January and November.
Time difference Madrid–Rome?
None — both in CET/CEST.
Best time to book?
4–6 weeks in advance.