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What a trip to Madrid really costs

Grand museums, tapas bars and long evenings. A 7-night trip for two, flights from London included, comes to roughly €1,498–€3,142.

Key facts

  • Best monthsMar–Jun, Sep–Nov
  • Hotel, per night€90–€170mid-range room for two
  • Per person, per day€43–€97food, local transport, activities
  • OverallAround averageamong places we cover

Trip cost by length and where you fly from

Two adults, mid-range hotel, food, local transport and activities, in euros. Planning estimates, not prices.

Estimated cost of a trip to Madrid for two adults
Flying from3 nights7 nights14 nights
London€794–€1,686€1,498–€3,142€2,730–€5,690
New York€1,294–€2,786€1,998–€4,242€3,230–€6,790
Dubai€1,274–€2,746€1,978–€4,202€3,210–€6,750
Sydney€3,094–€6,606€3,798–€8,062€5,030–€10,610

Flying from somewhere else? The planner works it out for your city, your budget and your currency.

Best time to visit Madrid

  • Jan
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Three to five days covers the main sights of a city this size; add a few more if you want day trips.

Questions about a trip to Madrid

How much does a trip to Madrid cost?

For two travellers, a 7-night trip to Madrid comes to roughly €1,498–€3,142 in total, including return flights from London, a mid-range hotel, food, local transport and activities. Flights from elsewhere differ, so use the planner with your own city. These are planning estimates, not prices.

How much do hotels cost in Madrid?

A mid-range room for two typically costs about €90–€170 a night. Prices swing with the season and how early you book, so check live prices for your dates.

How much money do you need per day in Madrid?

Plan for about €43–€97 per person per day for food, local transport and activities, on top of your hotel.

When is the best time to visit Madrid?

The best months are Mar–Jun, Sep–Nov. Outside them you can still go, but weather, crowds or prices can be less friendly.

Is Madrid expensive?

Compared with the other places we cover, Madrid is around average for daily spending and hotels. The biggest single cost is usually the flight, and it depends on where you start.

How many days do you need in Madrid?

Three to five days covers the main sights of a city this size; add a few more if you want day trips.

Things to do in Madrid

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Before you fly to Madrid

Useful things to sort out before you go.

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  • Transfers

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  • Flight delay

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    Flight delayed or cancelled? Check if you are owed compensation.

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  • Luggage

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    Store your bags in the city on arrival day or after checkout.

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Prices on this page are planning estimates built from typical costs. Real prices depend on dates, availability and when you book, so always check them before you decide.