Travelling from Belfast to Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport (MAD): What you need to know
Madrid is one hour ahead of Belfast. Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport is located in Madrid, which follows the UTC+1 timezone.
Get to the airport on time so you don't miss your flight from Belfast to MAD. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to skip the mad dash to your gate.
Popular months like September or other peak periods mean longer lines and possible delays. Stick to your schedule by arriving at the airport even earlier. Aim for at least four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours before domestic departures.
Airports in Belfast
Belfast International Airport (BFS)
Stopovers are the ideal opportunity to take a travel break and perhaps even tour another city. When searching for cheap flights from Belfast to MAD departing from Belfast International Airport (BFS), deselect the 'Direct flights only' box to discover where you can stop along the way. Some popular options include:
Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG)
Barcelona-El Prat Airport (BCN)
London Gatwick Airport (LGW)
Located around 19 kilometres from central Belfast, BFS can be reached in about 25 minutes by car, depending on traffic. The journey by public transport will take roughly 45 minutes.
Want a hassle-free start to your break? Stay near Belfast International Airport. Whether you're boarding an early flight from Belfast to Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport or just don't want to be rushed, these hotels are the answer:
82% of flights departing from Belfast International Airport arrive at their destination according to schedule. Given its strong on-time stats, delays are unlikely when jetting out of BFS.
George Best Belfast City Airport (BHD)
Break up your flight from Belfast to Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport with a stop so you can recharge or tick a new place off your list. Some top stopovers between George Best Belfast City Airport and MAD include:
London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
London Gatwick Airport (LGW)
Edinburgh Airport (EDI)
You can get to BHD from the centre of Belfast in about 15 minutes by car, depending on traffic. The ride on public transport will take roughly 25 minutes to travel the 5 kilometres or so.
Get a head start on your holiday with an extra night away from home. Before catching your Belfast to MAD flight, kick back in one of these hotels near George Best Belfast City Airport:
George Best Belfast City Airport has a solid reputation for punctual service. 80% of flights out of here arrive right on target.
About Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport (MAD)
Have a late flight from Belfast to Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport? Don't let it rob you of real rest. Check in to one of these hotels near MAD and give yourself a well-earned lights-out:
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Getting from Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport (MAD) to central Madrid
From Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport, central Madrid is around 13 kilometres away. It takes about 20 minutes to reach the city centre by car.
Travelling by public transport will take you roughly 30 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Belfast to Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport (MAD)
Right now, $93 is the lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Belfast to Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport. The cheapest price for a return flight is $201. Keep in mind fares can change due to availability at the time of booking.
Booking ahead of time is often the key to scoring a cheap flight from Belfast to MAD. Airlines adjust prices based on demand, so the closer you get to departure, the more expensive your ticket may be.
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The best time to fly from Belfast to Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport (MAD)
It's time to work out when to book your flight from Belfast to Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport (MAD). July is the peak month for travel to Madrid. If you're all about a more relaxed kind of trip, think about going in December.
Before locking in your Belfast to MAD plane ticket, consider the kind of weather forecast you're hoping for. July is the warmest month in Madrid, with temperatures ranging from 18ºC to 37ºC.
Look for cheap tickets from Belfast to Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport in January if you'd rather travel during cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 0ºC and 12ºC.
More about Madrid
When it comes to searching for somewhere to rest your head, you'll find the best stays in Madrid right here. Check out these options after locking in your flight from Belfast to Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport:
All great journeys should include some sightseeing. Museo del Prado, Thyssen-Bornemisza National Museum and Plaza Mayor are must-do's during your Madrid adventure.
Explore more of Spain
Zaragoza is just one of the many places in Spain waiting to be discovered once you've taken in the sights of Madrid. Around 274 kilometres away to the northeast, well-known attractions include Plaza del Pilar, La Seo del Salvador and Basílica de Nuestra Senora del Pilar.
If you're ready to explore another major stop in Spain, head for Salamanca, roughly 193 kilometres west of Madrid. Catedral de Salamanca, Salamanca, Casco Historico and Plaza Mayor are key highlights.