Flying from Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG) to Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport (MAD): what you need to know
Hop on a direct flight from Charles de Gaulle Airport to Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport and you'll be in the air for an average of 2 hours 10 minutes.
Paris and Madrid share the same timezone, UTC+1.
You can choose from 410 weekly Charles de Gaulle Airport to Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport flights. The 05:45 departure with Iberia is the earliest flight you can take. Air France operates the latest service of the day at 20:55.
For a smooth journey, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This will give you plenty of time to catch your CDG to MAD flight.
Flying during a peak time like June? Public holidays and other high seasons can result in longer lines at check-in and security. Be extra cautious and arrive up to four hours before an international flight and two hours before domestic departures.
A variety of airlines offer direct flights from Charles de Gaulle Airport to Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport, so jetting off to Madrid (and then visiting more of Spain!) is easy. The most popular carriers that fly nonstop include:
The airline that passengers book most often on this route is Air France.
With an impressive 80.12% of services landing on schedule, Iberia is the most punctual carrier offering CDG to MAD flights.
We make it a breeze to book a flight with a stopover. To see all your options for tickets from Charles de Gaulle Airport to Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, pick a flight that has a stop long enough to explore your chosen city. Some great stopovers between CDG and MAD include:
Bilbao Airport
Barcelona-El Prat Airport
Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG) to Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport (MAD)
Currently, $63 is the lowest price we've found for a one-way Charles de Gaulle Airport to Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport flight. The best price for a return ticket is $125. Keep in mind that fares could change due to availability at the time of booking.
Score cheap tickets from CDG to MAD by booking seven months ahead. According to our research, that's the sweet spot for picking up a bargain.
The cheapest month for flights from Charles de Gaulle Airport to Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport is June. Use the 'Whole month' tool to see the lowest airfares if you have a flexible travel schedule.
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Select your ideal departure and arrival times, airlines and number of stops with the filters. Or sort your results by 'Cheapest' to find the best deals on flights from Charles de Gaulle Airport to Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport.
Handy information about Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG)
You'll find CDG at 95711, Roissy Charles de Gaulle.
When it comes to Charles de Gaulle Airport's on-time performance, data shows 61.46% of flights arrive within the expected timeframe.
Central Paris to Charles de Gaulle Airport is approximately 27 kilometers. Depending on traffic, it'll take about 45 minutes to get there if you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab.
Expect a trip time of around 1 hour 15 minutes on public transport.
Get your break off to a hassle-free start by staying near CDG. Whether you have an early flight from Charles de Gaulle Airport to Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport or want to avoid feeling rushed, these hotels have you covered:
Arriving at Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport (MAD)
If you're arriving on a late Charles de Gaulle Airport to Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport flight, few things beat the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Grab your bags from the carousel and then be showered and relaxing not long after at one of these accommodation options near MAD:
Pick up an Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport rental car and discover Madrid and beyond with your own wheels. Record Go, Goldcar and Click and Rent are top providers you can book with here.
Secure the lowest price by booking your ride from Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport about one week ahead of your trip.
Getting from Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport (MAD) to central Madrid
Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport to the center of Madrid has a drive time of about 25 minutes. It's approximately 18 kilometers away.
It takes roughly 35 minutes if you're using public transport.
When to fly to Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport (MAD)
July is the most popular month for flights from Charles de Gaulle Airport to Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport. To avoid the crowds, travel to Madrid in April.
Before locking in your flight from Charles de Gaulle Airport to Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport, think about the kind of weather you like. July is the warmest month in Madrid, with the temperature ranging from 17ºC (63ºF) to 36ºC (97ºF).
January sees average temperatures of between 0ºC (32ºF) and 11ºC (52ºF). Search for cheap tickets from CDG to MAD around that time if you like cooler conditions.
Explore more of Spain
Zaragoza is just one of the many places in Spain waiting to be explored once you've seen Madrid. Around 274 kilometers away to the north-east, well-known attractions include Puente de Piedra, Museo Pablo Gargallo and El Tubo.
Salamanca is another essential stop in Spain and is around 177 kilometers west of Madrid. No trip is complete without experiencing Plaza Mayor, S.O.U. Servicio de Orientación al Universitario. Universidad de Salamanca and Pontifical University of Salamanca.