Travelling from Rome to Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport (MAD): What you need to know
Planning your trip begins with working out where you'll leave from in Rome. Rome Leonardo da Vinci Fiumicino Airport (FCO) is the city's main airport, so check out your options for booking a flight from Rome to Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport (MAD) taking off from here.
Book a direct Rome to Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport flight and you'll be in the air for an average of 2 hours 35 minutes.
Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport is located in Madrid. The city's timezone is UTC+1 — the same as Rome.
Rome Leonardo da Vinci Fiumicino Airport (FCO) to Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport (MAD) is the most popular route. There are 100 direct weekly departures to pick from. If you have things to do before heading off, take the last flight with Ryanair at 10:35pm. Go for the first FCO to MAD departure with Ryanair at 5:45am if you'd rather get a move on.
To ensure you get on your flight from Rome to MAD, leave enough time to check in and find your gate. Arriving two hours before international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the general travel rule.
Popular months like August or other peak periods mean bigger queues and potential delays. Stick to your schedule by arriving at the airport even earlier. Plan for at least four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours before a domestic departure.
Airports in Rome
Rome Leonardo da Vinci Fiumicino Airport (FCO)
You can book a direct flight from Rome to Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport (MAD) departing from Rome Leonardo da Vinci Fiumicino Airport (FCO).
Multiple airlines at FCO operate direct flights from Rome to Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport. You'll be flying with carriers like:
Iberia ranks first in bookings for flights from FCO to MAD.
The carrier with the best on-time arrival rate on this route is ITA Airways.
Travelling from central Rome to FCO takes around 30 minutes by public transport. If you drive, ride-share or take a taxi, you'll cover the 32 kilometres in 40 minutes or so, depending on traffic.
Catching an early flight from Rome to Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the terminal (and enjoy a little extra shut-eye) by picking one of these stays near Rome Leonardo da Vinci Fiumicino Airport:
Of all flights leaving Rome Leonardo da Vinci Fiumicino Airport, 78% arrive on time at their destination.
Rome Ciampino Airport (CIA)
Add a little extra to your holiday with a stopover on your flight from Rome to Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport. Check out these connections between Rome Ciampino Airport and MAD:
Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport (BUD)
Porto Airport (OPO)
Brussels South Charleroi Airport (CRL)
CIA is around 14 kilometres from central Rome. It'll take you 20 minutes or so to get to the airport driving from the city centre. Public transport takes approximately 20 minutes.
Want to treat yourself to an extra night away before catching your Rome to MAD flight? Check in to a hotel near Rome Ciampino Airport before your trip officially begins. These stays have your key waiting:
The majority of flights that depart Rome Ciampino Airport touch down at their destination as planned. It boasts an on-time performance rate of 85%.
About Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport (MAD)
The last thing you want is a long journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on a flight from Rome to Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport. Check in to one of these accommodation options near MAD instead:
Secure the lowest price by reserving your ride around one week ahead of your Rome to Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport flight.
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 get to the city centre by car.
When travelling by public transport, expect a journey of roughly 30 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Rome to Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport (MAD)
$51 is the lowest price for a one-way ticket from Rome to Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport. A return flight starts from $101. These prices can change depending on availability and demand.
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The best time to fly from Rome to Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport (MAD)
December is the quietest month for flights from Rome to Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport (MAD), while July is the most popular. Work out the ideal time to go to Madrid based on whether you like a bustling atmosphere or a more laid-back vibe.
The warmest month in Madrid is July, with temperatures ranging between 18ºC and 37ºC. Book your Rome to MAD plane ticket then if this is the type of weather you enjoy.
Search for cheap tickets from Rome 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
Start your Madrid trip off on the right foot by choosing the ideal place to stay. After booking your flight from Rome to Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport, check out our selection of accommodation options including:
Museo del Prado and Thyssen-Bornemisza National Museum are just two of the big attractions to add to your Madrid itinerary. Continue your sightseeing adventures at Plaza Mayor.
Explore more of Spain
Zaragoza is just one of the many cities 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 well-known destination in Spain, consider Salamanca, roughly 193 kilometres west of Madrid. Catedral de Salamanca, Salamanca, Casco Historico and Plaza Mayor are key reasons to visit.