--- title: "Iberia Review & Rating | FlightLogic" description: "Iberia review: FlightLogic editorial rating 8.0/10, safety score 9.2/10. Iberia is Spain's flag carrier and an IAG oneworld member, operating from Madrid with…" url: https://flightlogic.co.uk/airlines/iberia/ source: FlightLogic (flightlogic.co.uk) licence: "Content © Elite Digital AI Solutions Ltd. Cite the URL above and the page author." --- *Links marked * may earn us a commission at no extra cost to you. We do not provide financial advice. How we make money .* Airline review · IB # Iberia Your Iberia Photo: Wikimedia Commons / CC BY-SA 4.0 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 Excellent · FlightLogic editorial rating ## Should I choose Iberia for my next long-haul work trip? 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. **FlightLogic score** 8.0/10 **Safety** 9.2/10 **Global rank** #18 **Wi-Fi policy** Paid Wi-Fi ## Who should think twice about Iberia Scores mean naming who a carrier is NOT for. From our rated findings: - Short-haul product is basic on older A320s - MAD terminal transfers for some oneworld connections ## Pre-Trip Planning ## Passenger policies at a glance Baggage, Wi-Fi, legroom, and lounge access for Iberia — expand for the full matrix. ### View full policy matrix Baggage · Wi-Fi · lounges · changes | 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) | ## Awards & Recognition - oneworld member - Best hub for UK–Latin America via Madrid ## Airline Details **IATA Code** IB **ICAO Code** IBE **Hub** Madrid Barajas (MAD) & Barcelona (BCN) **Alliance** oneworld **Founded** 1927 **Fleet Size** 130 aircraft ## 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 ## Weaknesses - Short-haul product is basic on older A320s - MAD terminal transfers for some oneworld connections ## Day-of Travel Support ### Compare Iberia fares from the UK Search live prices on Iberia (IB) routes departing from British airports. 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[Affiliate policy](https://flightlogic.co.uk/how-we-make-money/#affiliate-links) ## Iberia travel facts Verified baggage allowances, punctuality, fleet, safety and loyalty facts for Iberia. ### Baggage & fees | 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 | [Full baggage & fees comparison](https://flightlogic.co.uk/airlines/baggage-fees/) · [Check your carry-on bag](https://flightlogic.co.uk/tools/carry-on-checker/) ### Punctuality 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](https://flightlogic.co.uk/methodology/). ### Fleet & cabins **Fleet size** 130 aircraft **Average age** Not available **Main types** A350-900, A330-200/300, A321XLR, A320 family **Economy pitch** 30–32 in **Business seat** Fully flat 1-2-1 on A350/A330 **Wi-Fi** Paid; free messaging ### Safety **Registry status** IOSA-registered IOSA-registered; Spanish AESA oversight **FlightLogic editorial safety score: 9.2/10** — our own assessment, separate from IOSA registry status. ### Loyalty **Programme** Iberia Plus **Currency** Avios Tiers: Classic, Plata, Oro, Platino; Avios transferrable with BA Club ### Rating history - Q3 2026 8.0/10 Current quarter Quarterly tracking began Q3 2026 — earlier scores were not archived. Travel facts last verified July 2026 · Sources: iberia.com baggage policy (via search, Jul 2026) · Cirium 2025 On-Time Performance Review (Jan 2026) · Fleet age unverified — no reliable published figure found; size from FlightLogic airline profile ## About 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. 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. ## Editorial Iberia Reviews ## Verified reader reviews Coming soon We are building verified reader reviews for Iberia. Readers will be able to submit a review with proof of travel — a boarding pass or booking confirmation — emailed to [hello@flightlogic.co.uk](mailto:hello@flightlogic.co.uk?subject=Reader%20review%20%E2%80%94%20Iberia). Reader scores are published separately from FlightLogic editorial ratings and never change the editorial score. ## Iberia — Frequently Asked Questions ### Is Iberia a good airline? 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. ### What is Iberia's safety score? 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. ### What alliance is Iberia in? Iberia is a member of oneworld. ### Where is Iberia's hub? Iberia's primary hub is Madrid Barajas (MAD) & Barcelona (BCN). The airline was founded in 1927 and operates approximately 130 aircraft. ## Similar Airlines