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Your Iberia
Iberia is Spain's flag carrier and an IAG oneworld member, operating from Madrid with strong UK–Latin America connectivity via Terminal 4 and Avios-shared Iberia Plus loyalty.
Last updated 30 June 2026
Iberia scores 8.0/10 (safety 9.2/10), ranking #18 globally — Wi-Fi is paid or route-dependent. Baggage: 1×23 kg long-haul economy; 2×32 kg business. Economy seat pitch: 31–32"; loyalty programme: Iberia Plus (Avios). Full passenger policy tables, category scores, and the fares search follow below.
Scores mean naming who a carrier is NOT for. From our rated findings:
Baggage, Wi-Fi, legroom, and lounge access for Iberia — expand for the full matrix.
| Cabin baggage | Included — standard carry-on allowance applies |
|---|---|
| Checked baggage | 1×23 kg long-haul economy; 2×32 kg business |
| In-flight Wi-Fi | Paid Wi-Fi or messaging packages |
| Economy seat pitch | 31–32" |
| Lounge access | Iberia Dali VIP Lounge MAD; oneworld Emerald/Sapphire |
| Changes & refunds | Flex fares allow changes; Basic restricted |
| Loyalty programme | Iberia Plus (Avios) |
Verified baggage allowances, punctuality, fleet, safety and loyalty facts for Iberia.
| Cabin bag | 56 × 40 × 25 cm, 10 kg (business 14 kg) + accessory 40 × 30 × 15 cm · Up to 10 kg |
|---|---|
| Checked bag (economy) | Basic fares may exclude a checked bag; standard economy 1 × 23 kg |
| Checked bag (business) | 2 × 32 kg |
| Seat selection | Basic pays; free on standard fares |
| Change fee | Varies by fare; flexible fares free, Basic fees + fare difference |
83.52%
on time — Full year 2025 (arrivals within 15 min)
Cirium 2025 On-Time Performance Review (Jan 2026) — global #6
Punctuality is 20% of the FlightLogic score — see our methodology.
IOSA-registered; Spanish AESA oversight
FlightLogic editorial safety score: 9.2/10 — our own assessment, separate from IOSA registry status.
Tiers: Classic, Plata, Oro, Platino; Avios transferrable with BA Club
Quarterly tracking began Q3 2026 — earlier scores were not archived.
Iberia is Spain's flag carrier and an IAG oneworld member, operating from Madrid with strong UK–Latin America connectivity via Terminal 4 and Avios-shared Iberia Plus loyalty.
Key strengths: Madrid hub 7.9/10 with Dali VIP Lounge 8.3/10. Iberia Plus shares Avios with BA and Aer Lingus. Dense Latin America network from MAD Terminal 4S. Areas for improvement: Short-haul product is basic on older A320s. MAD terminal transfers for some oneworld connections.
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Iberia scores 8.0/10 overall on FlightLogic (4-Star) — an editorial expert rating, not an aggregate of consumer reviews. Strengths include Madrid hub 7.9/10 with Dali VIP Lounge 8.3/10; Iberia Plus shares Avios with BA and Aer Lingus.
Iberia scores 9.2/10 on FlightLogic's safety index — calculated separately from passenger experience using IOSA certification, accident history, fleet age, and regulatory compliance.
Iberia is a member of oneworld.
Iberia's primary hub is Madrid Barajas (MAD) & Barcelona (BCN). The airline was founded in 1927 and operates approximately 130 aircraft.