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LGW to MAD Turbulence Forecast

Is the London Gatwick to Madrid flight turbulent? Live forecast & historical patterns.

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London Gatwick · Madrid · 2h 25m
5.0
Turb Score
2h 25m
Duration
785 nm
Distance
35,000 ft
Cruise Alt.
light
Typical
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Typical turbulence along the route

Historical average pattern for LGW–MAD

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About the LGW–MAD route

The London Gatwick to Madrid route is a short European hop covering just 903 miles — one of the smoothest types of flights available. At cruising altitude of around 35,000 feet, the aircraft rarely encounters significant turbulence. Rough weather in northern Europe during winter can occasionally cause bumps during climb or descent.

The route is served by easyJet, Ryanair, Iberia on Boeing 737 · Airbus A320 aircraft, with flights typically cruising at 35,000 feet over a distance of 903 miles (785 nautical miles).

💡 Tip: Very short and smooth. Any turbulence is brief during climb/descent.

Turbulence levels on LGW–MAD

What to expect at each phase of the flight

SmoothDeparture & arrival — climb and descent phases are generally calm
LightMinor bumps — drink stays in your cup, walking feels slightly unsteady
ModerateNoticeable bumps — stay seated with seatbelt on, service may pause
HeavyStrong jolts — unsecured items move, crew seated. Rare but possible

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Best time to fly LGW–MAD

Turbulence by month

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Best seat on LGW–MAD

Boeing 737

Front
Rows 1–14
Light
✓ Wing
Rows 15-22
Smoothest
Rear
Rows 23+
Rougher
Wing seats are over the center of gravity — least affected by turbulence.

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Frequently asked questions

Is the London Gatwick to Madrid flight turbulent?
The LGW–MAD route typically experiences light turbulence. A very smooth flight with minimal turbulence expected. The turbulence score for this route is 5.0/100.
When is turbulence worst on LGW to MAD?
Very short and smooth. Any turbulence is brief during climb/descent. Check the turbulence chart above for the typical pattern along this specific route.
Which seat is smoothest on LGW to MAD?
Wing seats are always the smoothest. On a Boeing 737 (the most common aircraft on this route), that's rows 15-22. Avoid the very rear of the aircraft — it amplifies turbulence motion.
How long is the flight from LGW to MAD?
The LGW to MAD flight takes approximately 2h 25m, covering 903 miles (785 nautical miles).
Which airlines fly LGW to MAD?
The main airlines operating this route are easyJet, Ryanair, Iberia, flying Boeing 737 · Airbus A320 aircraft.