Traveling from Denver International Airport (DEN) to Madrid Airport (MAD): what you need to know
Madrid is eight hours ahead of Denver and follows the UTC+1 timezone.
Give yourself plenty of time to catch your DEN to MAD flight. As a general rule, arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
You can expect longer queues during popular months like July. Arriving up to four hours in advance for international flights and two hours for domestic departures is a wise move.
We make it easy to book a flight with a stopover. To see all your options for tickets from Denver International Airport to Madrid Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, choose a flight that has a stop long enough to explore the city of your choice. Top stopovers between DEN and MAD include:
Chicago O'Hare International Airport
Boston Logan International Airport
Philadelphia International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Denver International Airport (DEN) to Madrid Airport (MAD)
At the moment, $300 is the cheapest price we've found for a one-way Denver International Airport to Madrid Airport flight. The best price for a return ticket is $546. Remember that fares can change due to availability at the time of booking.
It's usually smart to book in advance if you want to find cheap tickets from DEN to MAD. That's because airlines adjust prices based on demand, which tends to rise closer to departure.
Getting cheap flights from Denver International Airport to Madrid Airport is more likely if you can be flexible with your trip dates. Use the 'Whole month' tool to see the lowest prices across each month and score a great deal.
Stay on top of deals for cheap flights from DEN to MAD by setting up a Price Alert. We'll send you an email or push notification on the app when a lower fare becomes available.
Tailor your trip using filters. Choose your preferred departure and arrival times, total journey duration and airlines. You can also sort your results by 'Best,' 'Fastest' or 'Cheapest' flights from Denver International Airport to Madrid Airport.
Handy information about Denver International Airport (DEN)
DEN is located at 8500 Pena Boulevard.
80% of flights departing from Denver International Airport touch down at their destination on time. With its strong performance rating, you're unlikely to be delayed when jetting out of DEN.
Central Denver to Denver International Airport is approximately 40 kilometers. Depending on traffic, it'll take about 35 minutes to get there if you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving.
Taking public transport? Expect a journey time of around 35 minutes.
Staying the night at a hotel can take the stress out of reaching the airport on time. If you want a place to stay before your flight from Denver International Airport to Madrid Airport, take a look at Baymont by Wyndham Denver International Airport. It's a short ride from DEN.
Arriving at Madrid Airport (MAD)
If you're landing on a late Denver International Airport to Madrid Airport flight, nothing tops the convenience of being near the terminal. Grab your luggage from the carousel and then be showered and snoozing shortly after at one of these accommodation options near MAD:
Grab a Madrid Airport rental car and explore Madrid and beyond with your own wheels. Record Go, Goldcar and Click and Rent are leading providers you can book with here.
To get the best deal, book your ride from Madrid Airport around one week in advance.
Getting from Madrid Airport (MAD) to central Madrid
Madrid Airport is approximately 13 kilometers from the center of Madrid. The drive time takes about 20 minutes.
It typically takes 30 minutes if you're using public transport.
When to fly to Madrid Airport (MAD)
July is the busiest month for flights from Denver International Airport to Madrid Airport. To avoid the crowds, head to Madrid in March.
Before locking in your flight from Denver International Airport to Madrid Airport, consider the kind of weather you like. July is the warmest month in Madrid, with temperatures ranging from 18ºC (64ºF) to 37ºC (99ºF).
If you like cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from DEN to MAD in January. Average temperatures are between 0ºC (32ºF) and 12ºC (54ºF) then.
Explore more of Spain
Zaragoza is just one of the many places in Spain waiting to be explored after you've experienced Madrid. Around 274 kilometers away to the north-east, its top attractions include Plaza del Pilar, La Seo del Salvador and Basílica de Nuestra Senora del Pilar.
Salamanca is another well-known destination in Spain and is around 177 kilometers west of Madrid. No trip is complete without dropping by Catedral de Salamanca, Salamanca, Casco Historico and Plaza Mayor.