Travelling from Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport (MAD) to Seattle: what you need to know
Seattle is eight hours behind Madrid, where Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport is located. Seattle runs on the UTC-7 timezone.
Leave enough time to make your MAD to Seattle flight. Generally, it's best to arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Delays at security and check-in are more likely if you're travelling during high season, so give yourself a bit more breathing room. A good general rule for peak periods? Get there up to four hours ahead for international flights and two hours for domestic departures.
Consider adding a stopover to potentially score a cheaper flight ticket from MAD to Seattle. Simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' during your search. Give yourself a breather (and maybe even a better deal) by stopping at one of these airports:
London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
Frankfurt Airport (FRA)
Franz Josef Strauss Airport (MUC)
Located around 13 kilometres from central Madrid, MAD can be reached in about 25 minutes by car (depending on traffic). Travelling on public transport takes roughly 35 minutes.
Catching an early flight from Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport to Seattle? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the terminal (and catch some extra z's) by choosing one of these hotels close to MAD:
Of all flights leaving Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport, 78.23% arrive as scheduled at their destination.
How to find the cheapest flights from Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport (MAD) to Seattle
$884 is currently the lowest price for a one-way Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport to Seattle flight. A return flight ticket starts from $1,049. These prices can change depending on demand and availability.
Don't leave things to the last minute. You're more likely to pick up cheap flights from MAD to Seattle if you book early. Airlines often offer some fantastic early bird deals.
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Airports in Seattle
Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA)
The distance from Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA) to central Seattle is roughly 23 kilometres. It'll take you about 20 minutes to get to the centre driving.
If you're travelling on public transport, expect a journey time of about 55 minutes.
If you're coming in on a late flight from Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport to Seattle, nothing beats the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Collect your bags from the carousel and then be showered and snoozing soon after at one of these hotels near SEA:
Grab a Seattle-Tacoma International Airport rental car and discover Seattle and beyond with your own wheels. Thrifty, Europcar and Budget are leading providers you can book with here.
Booking your vehicle from Seattle-Tacoma International Airport around one week ahead of your flight from MAD to Seattle can help you get the best possible rate.
Lake Union Sea Plane Base Airport (LKE)
Once your flight from Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport to Seattle has touched down, you can make your way to the city centre in around 10 minutes by car. Central Seattle is roughly 3 kilometres from Lake Union Sea Plane Base Airport (LKE).
Travelling by public transport will take about 25 minutes.
Hang up the 'Do not disturb' sign and unwind at a hotel near LKE. Here are a few options where you can settle in after your MAD to Seattle flight:
Best time to go to Seattle
Before securing your flights from Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport to Seattle, consider which time of year is best for you. High season in Seattle offers a lively atmosphere and plenty of things to do, while low season brings cheaper hotel rates and smaller crowds.
The warmest month in Seattle is August, with temperatures ranging between 12ºC and 28ºC. Book your Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport to Seattle flight ticket then if you enjoy this type of weather.
February sees average temperatures of between -1ºC and 11ºC. Look for a cheap ticket from MAD to Seattle around that time if you want to travel in cooler conditions.
More about Seattle
After booking your flight from Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport to Seattle, find a hotel that offers both comfort and a great location. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring Seattle:
All great holidays should include some sightseeing. LMN Architects, Greyhound: Bus Station and Boeing Radiation Effects Lab are must-visits when exploring Seattle.
Explore more of United States
Seattle has plenty going for it, but there are so many other corners of United States waiting to be explored. About 241 kilometres south of Seattle, a trip to Portland will keep you busy. Start with leading attractions like Pioneer Courthouse Square, Portland Japanese Garden and Pittock Mansion.
If you're ready to explore another major stop in United States, consider Spokane, roughly 370 kilometres east of Seattle. Manito Park, Northwest Museum of Arts & Culture and Spokane Falls are among its highlights.