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Top airlines flying to Madrid
Out of the 600+ airlines we ticket, these are our top three for getting you to Madrid.
Iberia
As the flag carrier of Spain, Iberia is the perfect airline for getting you to Madrid.
It offers plenty of daily flights into Spain, travelling from locations in Europe, the Americas, Asia and Africa.
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Ryanair
Ryanair is the leading airline in Europe and the 3rd most popular airline in the world, in terms of passengers served a year.
It offers flights to and from locations in Europe, North Africa and the Middle East.
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Air Europa
Air Europa is a Spanish-owned airline, known for its affordable pricing.
Air Europa flies to destinations in Europe and the Americas.
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What other airlines fly to Madrid?
Discover some of the other airlines flying to Madrid. Click on each name for an in-depth description of what they have to offer and where they fly from.
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Airports near Madrid
These are some of the closest airports to Madrid.
Adolfo Suárez Madrid–Barajas Airport
MAD is the primary airport serving Madrid. It's Spain's busiest airport and one of the largest in Europe, offering plenty of daily flights from all across the globe.
MAD is just a 20-30 minute car drive from the city centre. Alternatively, you can get the 203 bus for about 50 minutes.
MAD is a hub for Iberia, Ryanair, Air Europa, Vueling, easyJet and Iberojet ✈️
Salamanca Airport
SLM is a domestic airline serving the Spanish municipality of Salamanca. It can be an attractive alternative to MAD if you're already in Spain, as it's a much less busy airport, often meaning shorter queues.
It takes around 2 hours to drive from SLM to Madrid. You can also get a coach from Salamanca to Madrid, which will take around 2 hours and 30 minutes.
SLM is not a hub for any major airline ✈️
Zaragoza Airport
The next closest airport offering commercial flights is ZAZ, an international airport located in Zaragoza. You can get a direct flight to ZAZ from certain locations in Europe and Africa.
It takes around 3 hours to drive from Zaragoza to Madrid. In contrast, public transport can be as short as 1 hour and 20 minutes.
ZAZ is a hub for Air Horizont ✈️
Valencia Airport
VLC is another popular airline that can be your gateway to Madrid. It's one of the top 10 busiest airports in Spain, offering plenty of international flights from Europe and North Africa.
It takes roughly 3 hours and 30 minutes to drive from Valencia to Madrid. Alternatively, you can take one of the high-speed trains, which takes about 1 hour and 40 minutes.
VLC is a hub for Vueling and Air Nostrum ✈️
Popular flight routes to Madrid
Madrid is a very popular tourist destination, with plenty of direct flights coming and going from across the world. These are some of the most common flight routes into the city.
Top Domestic Routes
Palma > Madrid — Direct flights are operated by Ryanair, Iberia and Air Europa: 1 hour and 25 minute flight time.
Gran Canaria > Madrid — Direct flights are operated by Ryanair, Iberia and Air Europa: 2 hour and 45 minute flight time.
Tenerife > Madrid — Direct flights are operated by Ryanair, Iberia and Air Europa: 2 hour and 45 minute flight time.
Ibiza > Madrid — Direct flights are operated by Ryanair, Iberia and Air Europa: 1 hour and 15 minute flight time.
Barcelona > Madrid — Direct flights are operated by Iberia and Air Europa: 1 hour and 30 minute flight time.
Top International Routes
Lisbon > Madrid — Direct flights are operated by Ryanair, TAP and easyJet: 1 hour and 20 minute flight time.
Rome > Madrid — Direct flights are operated by Wizz Air, Ryanair and Iberia: 2 hour and 40 minute flight time.
Paris > Madrid — Direct flights are operated by Transavia, Iberia and Air Europa: 2 hour and 5 minute flight time.
London > Madrid — Direct flights are operated by Ryanair, Iberia and Air Europa: 2 hour and 30 minute flight time.
Amsterdam > Madrid — Direct flights are operated by Iberia, Air Europa, KLM: 2 hour and 40 minute flight time.
What to do in Madrid
For families 👨🏾👩🏻👧🏽👦🏽
- Sweet Space Museum - This interactive museum is perfect for all ages. It's a visual masterpiece with various themed exhibits designed to awe all the senses. Explore rooms of neon lights and take part in team-building activities. There's plenty to see and explore in this candy-based museum.
- Windobona Indoor Skydiving Madrid - Feel like a bird as you experience the epic thrills of skydiving at Windobona. It's entirely safe and is great for all ages. You can even book specific child-friendly sessions, which are available to kids who are four and older.
For couples 👨🏻❤️💋👩🏼
- The Retiro Park - This beautiful urban park is perfect for a romantic walk amongst nature. One of the things it's most known for is its large lake that lies in front of the Glass Palace. It's an incredibly scenic location, so much so that it's a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
- Barrio de La Latina - This charming neighbourhood is a must-visit. Stroll through the streets as you're greeted by pastel-coloured houses and quaint balconies. As you walk, you'll find plenty of coffee shops and restaurants to visit.
For solo travellers 🙋🏼♀️
- Santiago Bernabeu Stadium - As the home of Real Madrid CF, arguably the best football team in the world, visiting the stadium and watching a game is a must.
- The Temple of Debod - Whether you're a history buff or not, you're going to want to visit The Temple of Debod. It's a stunning Nubian temple originally from Egypt that was gifted to Spain in the 20th century in thanks for helping preserve the Abu Simbel temples.
Best time to visit Madrid
Madrid is great all year round, but different seasons offer unique opportunities. Discover the perfect season for you!
Spring 🌸
March to May
Spring in Madrid is comfortably warm. It's the ideal season for outdoor activities, thanks to its long sunny days that aren't swelteringly hot. It's a great time to visit one of Madrid's parks, as the flowers will be freshly in bloom.
Summer ☀️
June to August
Summer in Madrid gets hot. If your ideal holiday involves lots of heat and a thriving city, packed with things to do, then you can't go wrong with a summer in Madrid. This is the peak tourism time in Madrid, so expect larger crowds and steeper prices.
Autumn🍂
September to November
Temperatures and crowds will decrease in autumn. With it no longer being so hot, prolonged outdoor activity becomes easier. If you love nature, autumn is a wonderful season as the leaves turn to auburn and mushrooms sprout from the ground.
Winter ❄️
December to February
Winter is Madrid's coldest and quietest season. If you want to visit without the usual crowds, then winter is the ideal time for you. Occasionally Madrid will get snow, but don't expect a white Christmas, snowfall in Madrid is inconsistent and rarely settles.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is Madrid safe?
Yes, Madrid is safe with a crime index of just 28.72, which indicates a low level of crime. Its violent crime rate is low, with most criminal activity in the city being theft-related.
Even though millions of people travel to Madrid without issue, you should always follow general safety advice, such as remaining alert and avoiding dark, isolated areas.
Is Madrid expensive?
Compared to other capital cities, Madrid actually isn't that expensive. While it's more pricey than a lot of Spanish cities, when comparing it to other European hot spots, it's not too expensive.
To save as much as possible, consider visiting during Madrid's off-season, which is winter. While Madrid's busiest season, summer, is by far the most expensive.
How big is Madrid?
Madrid is a very big city. It has an area of 604.3 km² and a population size of 6.8 million. This makes it the 4th largest European city by population and the 5th biggest by area.
Madrid's population continues to grow with a 0.4% annual increase. People are choosing to move to Madrid because of its strong job market, good cost of living and vibrant culture.
Where is Madrid?
Madrid is Spain's capital city. It's located in the centre of Spain and is near other popular Spanish cities like Toledo, Segovia, and Alcalá de Henares.
Spain is a country in southwestern Europe. It's bordered by the Atlantic Ocean as well as Portugal and France.