Cost breakdown · Mid-range · 5 days
What a 5-day mid-range trip to Madrid actually costs.
For two travelers from Amsterdam to Madrid, Spain. 3-star city hotels, sit-down meals with a few splurges, mix of metro and short taxis, one or two booked activities.
All-in for two
€1,831
≈ €916 per person · includes a 12% buffer for unknowns
Where the money goes
Round-trip flights 2 × €180 (AMS → destination) | €360 |
Hotel 5 nights · €95/night | €475 |
Food & drink 5 days · 2 people · €50/person/day | €500 |
1 signature activity 2 × €35 × 1 | €70 |
Local transit 5 days · 2 people · ~€8/person/day | €80 |
Airport transfers Round-trip · arrival + departure | €150 |
| Subtotal | €1,635 |
| Buffer (12%)For unknowns — taxis, drinks, that one souvenir | €196 |
| All-in total | €1,831 |
How we got these numbers
All figures come from the curated TravelM8 pricing table — editorial estimates cross-referenced from official tourism boards, public OTA listings (Booking, Hostelworld, Skyscanner, GetYourGuide), and recent traveler reports. Not live quotes. Real prices for your specific dates may swing ±15–20%. Last reviewed: 2026-04-26. Full methodology →
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