LHR to MAD Turbulence Forecast

Q: Is the London to Madrid flight turbulent?

The LHR–MAD route typically experiences light turbulence. Light turbulence may occur — mostly smooth with occasional bumps.

Q: Which seat is smoothest on LHR to MAD?

Wing seats are smoothest. On a Airbus A320, that's rows 14–22. Avoid the rear of the aircraft.

Q: How long is the flight from LHR to MAD?

The LHR to MAD flight takes approximately 2h 20m.

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

Live forecast

LHR

→

MAD

London · Madrid · 2h 20m

Turb Score

2h 20m

Duration

785 nm

Distance

31,000 ft

Cruise Alt.

Light

Typical

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Typical turbulence along the route

Historical average pattern for LHR–MAD

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About the LHR–MAD route

The London 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 31,000 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 British Airways, Iberia, easyJet on Airbus A320 · Airbus A321 aircraft, with flights typically cruising at 31,000 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 LHR–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 LHR–MAD

Turbulence by month

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Rough

Best seat on LHR–MAD

Airbus A320

Front

Rows 1–13

Light

✓ Wing

Rows 14–22

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 to Madrid flight turbulent?

The LHR–MAD route typically experiences light turbulence. Light turbulence may occur — mostly smooth with occasional bumps. The turbulence score for this route is 33/100.

When is turbulence worst on LHR 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 LHR to MAD?

Wing seats are always the smoothest. On a Airbus A320 (the most common aircraft on this route), that's rows 14–22. Avoid the very rear of the aircraft — it amplifies turbulence motion.

How long is the flight from LHR to MAD?

The LHR to MAD flight takes approximately 2h 20m, covering 903 miles (785 nautical miles).

Which airlines fly LHR to MAD?

The main airlines operating this route are British Airways, Iberia, easyJet, flying Airbus A320 · Airbus A321 aircraft.