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What is the best way to travel from Madrid to Benalmádena?

Looking for a trip? Compare all the available Carpool, Flights and Buses for the journey to Benalmádena from Madrid. Check between different modes of transportation, look for the cheapest tickets, fastest rides and most popular stations, and see all 1 available companies to find your perfect trip!
Carpool is the cheapest, while Flight is the fastest way on this route
Transport type
Travel time
Cheapest price
Average price
Daily departures
Car
6h 10m
$28
$41
3
Flight
1h 15m
$37
$132
7

What is the cheapest way to reach Benalmádena from Madrid?

You can get to Benalmádena with just $28 by taking a Carpool from BlaBlaCar, but you can find many more cheap offers: we have selected the best ones for next few days here for you.

Thursday
from $60
Friday
from $34
Saturday
from $37
Sunday
from $37
Monday
from $28
Tuesday
from $37
Wednesday
from $35

    Cheapest Flights Thursday

  • Aeronova
    1h 15m
    0
    6:35 AM
    Adolfo Suárez Madrid-Barajas Airport
    Madrid Airport - T4
    7:50 AM
    Málaga Airport
    Malaga Airport
    0
    Aeronova
    Economy
    from $60
  • Aeronova
    1h 15m
    0
    10:35 AM
    Adolfo Suárez Madrid-Barajas Airport
    Madrid Airport - T4
    11:50 AM
    Málaga Airport
    Malaga Airport
    0
    Aeronova
    Economy
    from $102
  • Iberia
    1h 15m
    0
    7:15 AM
    Adolfo Suárez Madrid-Barajas Airport
    Madrid Airport - T4
    8:30 AM
    Málaga Airport
    Malaga Airport
    0
    Iberia
    Economy
    from $149
  • Air Europa
    1h 15m
    0
    7:05 PM
    Adolfo Suárez Madrid-Barajas Airport
    Madrid Airport - T4
    8:20 PM
    Málaga Airport
    Malaga Airport
    0
    Air Europa
    Economy
    from $211

    Cheapest Carpool Friday

  • BlaBlaCar
    6h 20m
    0
    8:00 AM
    Adolfo Suárez Madrid-Barajas Airport
    2:20 PM
    Benalmádena
    0
    BlaBlaCar
    Economy
    from $34
  • BlaBlaCar
    6h 10m
    0
    6:50 AM
    Adolfo Suárez Madrid-Barajas Airport
    1:00 PM
    Benalmádena
    0
    BlaBlaCar
    Economy
    from $61
  • Cheapest Flights Friday

  • Air Europa
    1h 15m
    0
    6:35 AM
    Adolfo Suárez Madrid-Barajas Airport
    Madrid Airport - T4
    7:50 AM
    Málaga Airport
    Malaga Airport
    0
    Air Europa
    Economy
    from $97
  • Air Europa
    1h 15m
    0
    10:35 AM
    Adolfo Suárez Madrid-Barajas Airport
    Madrid Airport - T4
    11:50 AM
    Málaga Airport
    Malaga Airport
    0
    Air Europa
    Economy
    from $193
  • Aeronova
    1h 15m
    0
    7:05 PM
    Adolfo Suárez Madrid-Barajas Airport
    Madrid Airport - T4
    8:20 PM
    Málaga Airport
    Malaga Airport
    0
    Aeronova
    Economy
    from $206
  • Air Nostrum
    1h 20m
    0
    11:25 AM
    Adolfo Suárez Madrid-Barajas Airport
    Madrid Airport - T4
    12:45 PM
    Málaga Airport
    Malaga Airport
    0
    Air Nostrum
    Economy
    from $240

    Cheapest Carpool Saturday

  • BlaBlaCar
    6h 20m
    0
    1:20 PM
    Adolfo Suárez Madrid-Barajas Airport
    7:40 PM
    Benalmádena
    0
    BlaBlaCar
    Economy
    from $37
  • BlaBlaCar
    6h 20m
    0
    4:00 AM
    Adolfo Suárez Madrid-Barajas Airport
    10:20 AM
    Benalmádena
    0
    BlaBlaCar
    Economy
    from $44
  • BlaBlaCar
    6h 10m
    0
    5:00 AM
    Adolfo Suárez Madrid-Barajas Airport
    11:10 AM
    Benalmádena
    0
    BlaBlaCar
    Economy
    from $60
  • Cheapest Flights Saturday

  • Aeronova
    1h 15m
    0
    6:35 AM
    Adolfo Suárez Madrid-Barajas Airport
    Madrid Airport - T4
    7:50 AM
    Málaga Airport
    Malaga Airport
    0
    Aeronova
    Economy
    from $60
  • Aeronova
    1h 15m
    0
    7:05 PM
    Adolfo Suárez Madrid-Barajas Airport
    Madrid Airport - T4
    8:20 PM
    Málaga Airport
    Malaga Airport
    0
    Aeronova
    Economy
    from $77
  • Aeronova
    1h 15m
    0
    10:35 AM
    Adolfo Suárez Madrid-Barajas Airport
    Madrid Airport - T4
    11:50 AM
    Málaga Airport
    Malaga Airport
    0
    Aeronova
    Economy
    from $131
  • Air Nostrum
    1h 20m
    0
    11:25 AM
    Adolfo Suárez Madrid-Barajas Airport
    Madrid Airport - T4
    12:45 PM
    Málaga Airport
    Malaga Airport
    0
    Air Nostrum
    Economy
    from $155

    Cheapest Flights Sunday

  • Air Europa
    1h 15m
    0
    6:35 AM
    Adolfo Suárez Madrid-Barajas Airport
    Madrid Airport - T4
    7:50 AM
    Málaga Airport
    Malaga Airport
    0
    Air Europa
    Economy
    from $37
  • Iberia
    1h 15m
    0
    7:15 AM
    Adolfo Suárez Madrid-Barajas Airport
    Madrid Airport - T4
    8:30 AM
    Málaga Airport
    Malaga Airport
    0
    Iberia
    Economy
    from $37
  • Air Europa
    1h 15m
    0
    10:35 AM
    Adolfo Suárez Madrid-Barajas Airport
    Madrid Airport - T4
    11:50 AM
    Málaga Airport
    Malaga Airport
    0
    Air Europa
    Economy
    from $79
  • Aeronova
    1h 15m
    0
    7:05 PM
    Adolfo Suárez Madrid-Barajas Airport
    Madrid Airport - T4
    8:20 PM
    Málaga Airport
    Malaga Airport
    0
    Aeronova
    Economy
    from $79

    Cheapest Carpool Monday

  • BlaBlaCar
    6h 20m
    0
    7:00 AM
    Adolfo Suárez Madrid-Barajas Airport
    1:20 PM
    Benalmádena
    0
    BlaBlaCar
    Economy
    from $28
  • BlaBlaCar
    6h 10m
    0
    7:10 AM
    Madrid
    1:20 PM
    Benalmádena
    0
    BlaBlaCar
    Economy
    from $28
  • Cheapest Flights Monday

  • Aeronova
    1h 15m
    0
    6:35 AM
    Adolfo Suárez Madrid-Barajas Airport
    Madrid Airport - T4
    7:50 AM
    Málaga Airport
    Malaga Airport
    0
    Aeronova
    Economy
    from $60
  • Air Nostrum
    1h 20m
    0
    11:25 AM
    Adolfo Suárez Madrid-Barajas Airport
    Madrid Airport - T4
    12:45 PM
    Málaga Airport
    Malaga Airport
    0
    Air Nostrum
    Economy
    from $90
  • Aeronova
    1h 15m
    0
    7:05 PM
    Adolfo Suárez Madrid-Barajas Airport
    Madrid Airport - T4
    8:20 PM
    Málaga Airport
    Malaga Airport
    0
    Aeronova
    Economy
    from $93
  • Aeronova
    1h 15m
    0
    10:35 AM
    Adolfo Suárez Madrid-Barajas Airport
    Madrid Airport - T4
    11:50 AM
    Málaga Airport
    Malaga Airport
    0
    Aeronova
    Economy
    from $104

    Cheapest Flights Tuesday

  • Aeronova
    1h 15m
    0
    6:35 AM
    Adolfo Suárez Madrid-Barajas Airport
    Madrid Airport - T4
    7:50 AM
    Málaga Airport
    Malaga Airport
    0
    Aeronova
    Economy
    from $37
  • Aeronova
    1h 15m
    0
    7:05 PM
    Adolfo Suárez Madrid-Barajas Airport
    Madrid Airport - T4
    8:20 PM
    Málaga Airport
    Malaga Airport
    0
    Aeronova
    Economy
    from $45
  • Iberia
    1h 15m
    0
    7:15 AM
    Adolfo Suárez Madrid-Barajas Airport
    Madrid Airport - T4
    8:30 AM
    Málaga Airport
    Malaga Airport
    0
    Iberia
    Economy
    from $132
  • Air Nostrum
    1h 15m
    0
    11:25 AM
    Adolfo Suárez Madrid-Barajas Airport
    Madrid Airport - T4
    12:40 PM
    Málaga Airport
    Malaga Airport
    0
    Air Nostrum
    Economy
    from $160

    Cheapest Carpool Wednesday

  • BlaBlaCar
    6h 10m
    0
    5:00 AM
    Adolfo Suárez Madrid-Barajas Airport
    11:10 AM
    Benalmádena
    0
    BlaBlaCar
    Economy
    from $35
  • Cheapest Flights Wednesday

  • Air Europa
    1h 15m
    0
    6:35 AM
    Adolfo Suárez Madrid-Barajas Airport
    Madrid Airport - T4
    7:50 AM
    Málaga Airport
    Malaga Airport
    0
    Air Europa
    Economy
    from $60
  • Air Europa
    1h 15m
    0
    7:05 PM
    Adolfo Suárez Madrid-Barajas Airport
    Madrid Airport - T4
    8:20 PM
    Málaga Airport
    Malaga Airport
    0
    Air Europa
    Economy
    from $60
  • Air Europa
    1h 15m
    0
    10:35 AM
    Adolfo Suárez Madrid-Barajas Airport
    Madrid Airport - T4
    11:50 AM
    Málaga Airport
    Malaga Airport
    0
    Air Europa
    Economy
    from $78
  • Air Nostrum
    1h 20m
    0
    11:25 AM
    Adolfo Suárez Madrid-Barajas Airport
    Madrid Airport - T4
    12:45 PM
    Málaga Airport
    Malaga Airport
    0
    Air Nostrum
    Economy
    from $161

What are the fastest trips from Madrid to Benalmádena?

You can get to Benalmádena from Madrid in just 1h 15m with a Flight from Aeronova. This is not the only option, and you can click on any of the offers below to compare it with the other modes of transportations.

Thursday
from 1h 15m
Friday
from 1h 15m
Saturday
from 1h 15m
Sunday
from 1h 15m
Monday
from 1h 15m
Tuesday
from 1h 15m
Wednesday
from 1h 15m

    Fastest Flights Thursday

  • Aeronova
    1h 15m
    0
    6:35 AM
    Adolfo Suárez Madrid-Barajas Airport
    Madrid Airport - T4
    7:50 AM
    Málaga Airport
    Malaga Airport
    0
    Aeronova
    Economy
    from $60
  • Aeronova
    1h 15m
    0
    10:35 AM
    Adolfo Suárez Madrid-Barajas Airport
    Madrid Airport - T4
    11:50 AM
    Málaga Airport
    Malaga Airport
    0
    Aeronova
    Economy
    from $102
  • Iberia
    1h 15m
    0
    7:15 AM
    Adolfo Suárez Madrid-Barajas Airport
    Madrid Airport - T4
    8:30 AM
    Málaga Airport
    Malaga Airport
    0
    Iberia
    Economy
    from $149
  • Air Europa
    1h 15m
    0
    7:05 PM
    Adolfo Suárez Madrid-Barajas Airport
    Madrid Airport - T4
    8:20 PM
    Málaga Airport
    Malaga Airport
    0
    Air Europa
    Economy
    from $211

    Fastest Flights Friday

  • Air Europa
    1h 15m
    0
    6:35 AM
    Adolfo Suárez Madrid-Barajas Airport
    Madrid Airport - T4
    7:50 AM
    Málaga Airport
    Malaga Airport
    0
    Air Europa
    Economy
    from $97
  • Air Europa
    1h 15m
    0
    10:35 AM
    Adolfo Suárez Madrid-Barajas Airport
    Madrid Airport - T4
    11:50 AM
    Málaga Airport
    Malaga Airport
    0
    Air Europa
    Economy
    from $193
  • Aeronova
    1h 15m
    0
    7:05 PM
    Adolfo Suárez Madrid-Barajas Airport
    Madrid Airport - T4
    8:20 PM
    Málaga Airport
    Malaga Airport
    0
    Aeronova
    Economy
    from $206
  • Air Nostrum
    1h 20m
    0
    11:25 AM
    Adolfo Suárez Madrid-Barajas Airport
    Madrid Airport - T4
    12:45 PM
    Málaga Airport
    Malaga Airport
    0
    Air Nostrum
    Economy
    from $240
  • Fastest Carpool Friday

  • BlaBlaCar
    6h 10m
    0
    6:50 AM
    Adolfo Suárez Madrid-Barajas Airport
    1:00 PM
    Benalmádena
    0
    BlaBlaCar
    Economy
    from $61
  • BlaBlaCar
    6h 20m
    0
    8:00 AM
    Adolfo Suárez Madrid-Barajas Airport
    2:20 PM
    Benalmádena
    0
    BlaBlaCar
    Economy
    from $34

    Fastest Flights Saturday

  • Aeronova
    1h 15m
    0
    6:35 AM
    Adolfo Suárez Madrid-Barajas Airport
    Madrid Airport - T4
    7:50 AM
    Málaga Airport
    Malaga Airport
    0
    Aeronova
    Economy
    from $60
  • Aeronova
    1h 15m
    0
    7:05 PM
    Adolfo Suárez Madrid-Barajas Airport
    Madrid Airport - T4
    8:20 PM
    Málaga Airport
    Malaga Airport
    0
    Aeronova
    Economy
    from $77
  • Aeronova
    1h 15m
    0
    10:35 AM
    Adolfo Suárez Madrid-Barajas Airport
    Madrid Airport - T4
    11:50 AM
    Málaga Airport
    Malaga Airport
    0
    Aeronova
    Economy
    from $131
  • Air Nostrum
    1h 20m
    0
    11:25 AM
    Adolfo Suárez Madrid-Barajas Airport
    Madrid Airport - T4
    12:45 PM
    Málaga Airport
    Malaga Airport
    0
    Air Nostrum
    Economy
    from $155
  • Fastest Carpool Saturday

  • BlaBlaCar
    6h 10m
    0
    5:00 AM
    Adolfo Suárez Madrid-Barajas Airport
    11:10 AM
    Benalmádena
    0
    BlaBlaCar
    Economy
    from $60
  • BlaBlaCar
    6h 20m
    0
    1:20 PM
    Adolfo Suárez Madrid-Barajas Airport
    7:40 PM
    Benalmádena
    0
    BlaBlaCar
    Economy
    from $37
  • BlaBlaCar
    6h 20m
    0
    4:00 AM
    Adolfo Suárez Madrid-Barajas Airport
    10:20 AM
    Benalmádena
    0
    BlaBlaCar
    Economy
    from $44

    Fastest Flights Sunday

  • Air Europa
    1h 15m
    0
    6:35 AM
    Adolfo Suárez Madrid-Barajas Airport
    Madrid Airport - T4
    7:50 AM
    Málaga Airport
    Malaga Airport
    0
    Air Europa
    Economy
    from $37
  • Iberia
    1h 15m
    0
    7:15 AM
    Adolfo Suárez Madrid-Barajas Airport
    Madrid Airport - T4
    8:30 AM
    Málaga Airport
    Malaga Airport
    0
    Iberia
    Economy
    from $37
  • Air Europa
    1h 15m
    0
    10:35 AM
    Adolfo Suárez Madrid-Barajas Airport
    Madrid Airport - T4
    11:50 AM
    Málaga Airport
    Malaga Airport
    0
    Air Europa
    Economy
    from $79
  • Aeronova
    1h 15m
    0
    7:05 PM
    Adolfo Suárez Madrid-Barajas Airport
    Madrid Airport - T4
    8:20 PM
    Málaga Airport
    Malaga Airport
    0
    Aeronova
    Economy
    from $79

    Fastest Flights Monday

  • Aeronova
    1h 15m
    0
    6:35 AM
    Adolfo Suárez Madrid-Barajas Airport
    Madrid Airport - T4
    7:50 AM
    Málaga Airport
    Malaga Airport
    0
    Aeronova
    Economy
    from $60
  • Aeronova
    1h 15m
    0
    7:05 PM
    Adolfo Suárez Madrid-Barajas Airport
    Madrid Airport - T4
    8:20 PM
    Málaga Airport
    Malaga Airport
    0
    Aeronova
    Economy
    from $93
  • Aeronova
    1h 15m
    0
    10:35 AM
    Adolfo Suárez Madrid-Barajas Airport
    Madrid Airport - T4
    11:50 AM
    Málaga Airport
    Malaga Airport
    0
    Aeronova
    Economy
    from $104
  • Air Nostrum
    1h 20m
    0
    11:25 AM
    Adolfo Suárez Madrid-Barajas Airport
    Madrid Airport - T4
    12:45 PM
    Málaga Airport
    Malaga Airport
    0
    Air Nostrum
    Economy
    from $90
  • Fastest Carpool Monday

  • BlaBlaCar
    6h 10m
    0
    7:10 AM
    Madrid
    1:20 PM
    Benalmádena
    0
    BlaBlaCar
    Economy
    from $28
  • BlaBlaCar
    6h 20m
    0
    7:00 AM
    Adolfo Suárez Madrid-Barajas Airport
    1:20 PM
    Benalmádena
    0
    BlaBlaCar
    Economy
    from $28

    Fastest Flights Tuesday

  • Aeronova
    1h 15m
    0
    6:35 AM
    Adolfo Suárez Madrid-Barajas Airport
    Madrid Airport - T4
    7:50 AM
    Málaga Airport
    Malaga Airport
    0
    Aeronova
    Economy
    from $37
  • Aeronova
    1h 15m
    0
    7:05 PM
    Adolfo Suárez Madrid-Barajas Airport
    Madrid Airport - T4
    8:20 PM
    Málaga Airport
    Malaga Airport
    0
    Aeronova
    Economy
    from $45
  • Iberia
    1h 15m
    0
    7:15 AM
    Adolfo Suárez Madrid-Barajas Airport
    Madrid Airport - T4
    8:30 AM
    Málaga Airport
    Malaga Airport
    0
    Iberia
    Economy
    from $132
  • Air Nostrum
    1h 15m
    0
    11:25 AM
    Adolfo Suárez Madrid-Barajas Airport
    Madrid Airport - T4
    12:40 PM
    Málaga Airport
    Malaga Airport
    0
    Air Nostrum
    Economy
    from $160

    Fastest Flights Wednesday

  • Air Europa
    1h 15m
    0
    6:35 AM
    Adolfo Suárez Madrid-Barajas Airport
    Madrid Airport - T4
    7:50 AM
    Málaga Airport
    Malaga Airport
    0
    Air Europa
    Economy
    from $60
  • Air Europa
    1h 15m
    0
    7:05 PM
    Adolfo Suárez Madrid-Barajas Airport
    Madrid Airport - T4
    8:20 PM
    Málaga Airport
    Malaga Airport
    0
    Air Europa
    Economy
    from $60
  • Air Europa
    1h 15m
    0
    10:35 AM
    Adolfo Suárez Madrid-Barajas Airport
    Madrid Airport - T4
    11:50 AM
    Málaga Airport
    Malaga Airport
    0
    Air Europa
    Economy
    from $78
  • Air Nostrum
    1h 20m
    0
    11:25 AM
    Adolfo Suárez Madrid-Barajas Airport
    Madrid Airport - T4
    12:45 PM
    Málaga Airport
    Malaga Airport
    0
    Air Nostrum
    Economy
    from $161
  • Fastest Carpool Wednesday

  • BlaBlaCar
    6h 10m
    0
    5:00 AM
    Adolfo Suárez Madrid-Barajas Airport
    11:10 AM
    Benalmádena
    0
    BlaBlaCar
    Economy
    from $35
Here you will find all operators and timetables for a Bus from Madrid to Benalmádena

What are the most popular stations in Madrid and Benalmádena?

In Madrid, you will usually depart from Atocha Train Station, Sur Bus Station or Chamartin Train Station, while in Benalmádena you will be arriving at Puerto Marina Bus Stop, Residencia Marymar Bus Stop or Benalmadena - Arroyo de la Miel Train Station, but there are many more stops to explore in both locations.

How do I decide? Some tips and tricks from our experience

Are you having trouble deciding on how to get to Benalmádena from Madrid? With 6 connections between 1 Carpool, Flight and Bus operators, it can be difficult to find the one ride that will make you happy. But we have some tips that can help you make the best informed decision. First of all, the best trip is always the one that meets all your needs, so make a list of all the things that you want from this journey and look for something that will satisfy all of them. Here we will go through some of the factors mostly commonly taken into consideration.

Look for the lowest price

Ticket price is usually the main concern: even if you can afford to pay more, why do it if there are cheaper options? Saving on the trip means that you can spend more on the vacation itself! Between Madrid and Benalmádena, you can pay as low as $28 with a Carpool from BlaBlaCar.

Travel duration

Time is also an important factor. An earlier departure may allow you to see a beautiful sunset or relax before an important event. And remember, time is money, so paying more for a shorter trip may be well worth it. For longer distances, flights are without doubt the best options, but be mindful of airport times and possible delays: a high-speed train may end up cheaper and faster! Here the quicker option is definitely the Flight from Aeronova: you will get to Benalmádena in just 1h 15m.

Comfort makes all the difference

You should always take into account what your personal travelling preferences are. Is one hand luggage enough, or are you trasporting more? Would you like to have a snack during the journey? Can you relax in a busy compartment, or do you need space for yourself? Even among the same mode of transportation, different companies will offer you varying levels of comfort and amenities. The main operators connecting Madrid and Benalmádena are Aeronova, Air Nostrum and Air Europa, but be sure to check what they have to offer!

Save money with deals, and always compare

One last tip? Even if you live in Madrid and Benalmádena is your only destination, it may be wise to check the offers from and to nearby cities or, if you are flyng, nearby airports. Check the trips from Delicias or to Torremolinos, and look at flights from Adolfo Suárez Madrid-Barajas Airport, and landing at Málaga Airport. Comparing different routes may allow you to find deals or promotions you were not aware of. Consider also signing up to CheckMyBus to see even more exclusive promotions!

Which companies offer a trip from Madrid to Benalmádena?

The most popular companies between Madrid and Benalmádena, are Aeronova, Air Nostrum and Air Europa. Be sure to check their seat class offers and the amenities that they provide.

Airlines: Aeronova, Air Nostrum, Air Europa and 1 more.

All you need to know when you travel from Madrid to Benalmádena

Check all information on comfort and services on all modes of transports from Madrid to Benalmádena. See which seat classes are available, and what amenities are other advantages offered by the operators on your journey.

FAQs about the trip from Madrid to Benalmádena

How can I reach Benalmádena from Madrid?

Every day, there are on average 6 connections between Carpool, Flight and Bus, with which you can get to Benalmádena from Madrid.

How far is Benalmádena from Madrid?

The distance between Madrid and Benalmádena is 267.5 miles.

What is the most ecofriendly mode of transport between Madrid and Benalmádena?

Trains and buses are by far the greenest options, with trains surpassing buses on longer routes. Planes will always be the worst polluters, especially in shorter flights, were the emissions from the takeoff and landing are less offset by the distance. On this particular route, a bus will emit, per person, a total of 12 kgs of CO2, a train 15 kgs, a car 73 kgs, and a flight 106 kgs.

What is the cheapest mode of transport from Madrid to Benalmádena?

You can get to Benalmádena with just $28 by taking a Carpool from BlaBlaCar.

What is the fastest way to get from Madrid to Benalmádena?

While a plane is travelling fastest boarding and transfer to airport consumes a lot of time. Usually, high speed trains are better than flights if pure train travel time is below 4 hours. For this particular route, you can get to Benalmádena in just 1h 15m with a Flight from Aeronova.

More routes to Madrid and to Benalmádena

Looking for more options? Here you can see the most popular routes to Madrid and to Benalmádena. Simply click on a connection, and you’ll find all the details about the route!

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