1 airline flies nonstop from Charlotte to Madrid.
Checking today’s fares with the airlines.
| Airline | From | To |
|---|---|---|
| American Airlines | CLT Charlotte Douglas International Airport | MAD Adolfo Suárez Madrid–Barajas Airport |
Nonstop service as of October 2026. Airlines change schedules seasonally.
8 miles (13 km) from the city centre. 68.2 million passengers in 2025
| How | Route | Time | Cost |
|---|---|---|---|
| Metro | Metro Line 8 to Nuevos Ministerios | about 20m | €1.50 single fare plus €3 airport supplement |
| Train | Cercanías C-1 from Terminal 4 to Atocha | about 25m | about €2.60 |
| Bus | Airport Express bus 203 to Atocha | about 35m | €5 flat fare |
US citizens need a valid passport, but no visa, for stays of up to 90 days in any 180-day period in the Schengen Area.
Madrid is 6 hours ahead of Charlotte. Madrid uses the euro (EUR).
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Nonstop flight times vary by airline and season; flights with a connection take longer.
As of October 2026, American Airlines flies this route nonstop.
About 4,089 miles (6,580 km), measured between the city centres.
Madrid is 6 hours ahead of Charlotte.
US citizens need a valid passport, but no visa, for stays of up to 90 days in any 180-day period in the Schengen Area.
Metro Line 8 to Nuevos Ministerios, about 20 minutes, €1.50 single fare plus €3 airport supplement.
Information checked in October 2026. Schedules, fares and entry rules change, so confirm with the airline or the official source before you travel.