Direct (nonstop) flights from Faro to Madrid

2 airlines fly nonstop from Faro Airport (FAO) to Barajas (MAD). It's 337 miles (542 km), about 1h 20m in the air. Operated by Ryanair, Iberia.

FAO
Faro Airport
🇵🇹 Faro, Portugal
MAD
Barajas
🇪🇸 Madrid, Spain
Flight Time
1h 20m
Distance
337 mi
542 km
CO₂/pax
62 kg
−47 kg vs. layover
Airlines
2
Ryanair +1
Time Diff
+1h
Operated by Ryanair Ryanair Iberia Iberia

Route data last updated: May 30, 2026

Airlines with non-stop flights

Ryanair FR Ryanair
Route
FAO → MAD
Flight Time
1h 20m
Distance
337 mi
Iberia IB Iberia
Route
FAO → MAD
Flight Time
1h 20m
Distance
337 mi

Alternative Routes

Other ways to fly from Faro to Madrid with one stop · direct emits 62 kg CO₂ per passenger

FAO LIS (Lisbon) MAD
Leg 1: 55m (136 mi) Leg 2: 1h 20m (319 mi) Total: ~2h 15m 🍃 109 kg CO₂ (+76% vs. direct)
Leg 1
FAO → LIS
55m · 136 mi
View FAO to LIS flights →
Leg 2
LIS → MAD
1h 20m · 319 mi
View LIS to MAD flights →
FAO OPO (Porto) MAD
Leg 1: 1h 10m (293 mi) Leg 2: 1h 15m (272 mi) Total: ~2h 25m 🍃 129 kg CO₂ (+108% vs. direct)
Leg 1
FAO → OPO
1h 10m · 293 mi
View FAO to OPO flights →
Leg 2
OPO → MAD
1h 15m · 272 mi
View OPO to MAD flights →
FAO AGP (Malaga) MAD
Leg 1: 1h 20m (194 mi) Leg 2: 1h 10m (268 mi) Total: ~2h 30m 🍃 111 kg CO₂ (+79% vs. direct)
Leg 1
FAO → AGP
1h 20m · 194 mi
View FAO to AGP flights →
Leg 2
AGP → MAD
1h 10m · 268 mi
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FAO BIO (Bilbao) MAD
Leg 1: 1h 35m (509 mi) Leg 2: 1h 5m (197 mi) Total: ~2h 40m 🍃 155 kg CO₂ (+150% vs. direct)
Leg 1
FAO → BIO
1h 35m · 509 mi
View FAO to BIO flights →
Leg 2
BIO → MAD
1h 5m · 197 mi
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FAO TLS (Toulouse) MAD
Leg 1: 1h 55m (670 mi) Leg 2: 1h 25m (334 mi) Total: ~3h 20m 🍃 211 kg CO₂ (+240% vs. direct)
Leg 1
FAO → TLS
1h 55m · 670 mi
View FAO to TLS flights →
Leg 2
TLS → MAD
1h 25m · 334 mi
View TLS to MAD flights →

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Frequently Asked Questions

How long is the direct flight from Faro to Madrid?

A nonstop flight from Faro (FAO) to Madrid (MAD) takes approximately 1 hours and 20 minutes. The distance is 337 miles (542 km).

Which airlines fly nonstop from Faro to Madrid?

2 airlines: Ryanair, Iberia.

Is there a nonstop flight from Faro to Madrid?

Yes. 2 airlines: Ryanair, Iberia.

How far is Faro from Madrid?

The flight distance from Faro to Madrid is 337 miles (542 km), measured as the great-circle (shortest air) distance. That's roughly the same distance as Mumbai to Goa.

What is the time difference between Faro and Madrid?

Madrid is 1 hour ahead of Faro. (Europe/Lisbon vs Europe/Madrid.)

What type of aircraft flies from Faro to Madrid?

At 1h 20m, this route typically uses narrow-body aircraft — Boeing 737 or Airbus A320. Varies by airline.

Do I need a visa to travel from Portugal to Spain?

Depends on your passport. Check with the Spain embassy or an official visa portal before booking — requirements change.

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

Roughly 62 kg CO2 per passenger one-way. That's about the same as driving 310 km.

Is the return flight from Madrid to Faro 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 Faro 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 Faro Airport for this flight?

3 hours before departure for international flights. You need time for check-in, security, and immigration.