Flying from Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport (FLL) to Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport (MAD): what you need to know
Madrid is five hours ahead of Fort Lauderdale and observes the UTC+1 timezone.
To ensure you get on your FLL to MAD flight, allow plenty of time for things like check-in and baggage drop. Turning up two hours before international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the general travel rule.
Be prepared for longer queues in popular months such as July. Arriving up to four hours in advance for international flights and two hours for domestic departures is a good idea.
If you'd like to break up your flight, simply deselect 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport to Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport. Here are the top stopovers between FLL and MAD:
Las Americas International Airport
Luis Munoz Marin International Airport
Logan International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport (FLL) to Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport (MAD)
At the moment, $340 is the lowest price we've seen for a one-way Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport to Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport flight. The best price for a return plane ticket is $649. Bear in mind that fares could change due to demand at the time of booking.
To pick up cheap tickets from FLL to MAD, book as early as you can. Airlines generally offer lower fares when flights are first released.
The 'Whole month' search function shows you the cheapest flights from Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport to Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport across the entire month. It's a good way to find a bargain if your plans are flexible.
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Find the right flight for you by using the filters. To see the 'Fastest,' 'Cheapest' or 'Best' flights from Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport to Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport, use the 'Sort by' tool. You can also filter results by airline, departure and arrival times, and journey duration.
Handy information about Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport (FLL)
The address for FLL is 320 Terminal Drive.
Of all flights leaving Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport, 73.74% arrive on time at their destination.
Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport is about 8 kilometers from central Fort Lauderdale. If you're driving, catching a cab or ride-sharing from the center, it'll take you 15 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic.
You can expect a trip time of around 25 minutes when using public transport.
Get your vacation off to a hassle-free start by staying near FLL. Whether you're catching an early flight from Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport to Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport or just don't like being rushed, these hotels are perfect:
Arriving at Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport (MAD)
If you're landing on a late Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport to Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport flight, nothing tops the convenience of being near the terminal. Collect your bags from the carousel and then be resting shortly after at one of these options near MAD:
Travel at your own speed with an Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport rental car. Pick up a set of wheels from Record Go, Goldcar or Click and Rent and see more of Madrid and beyond.
Lock in the best deal by booking your ride from Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport around one week before your departure date.
Getting from Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport (MAD) to central Madrid
From Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport, Madrid is approximately 18 kilometers away. It takes around 25 minutes to reach the center by car.
It'll take around 35 minutes to get there using public transport.
When to fly to Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport (MAD)
It's time to pick your travel dates for your flight from Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport to Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport. July is the busiest month to head to Madrid. If you want a more relaxed vibe, go in April.
When booking your flight from Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport to Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport, consider the type of weather you like. July is the warmest month in Madrid, with temperatures ranging from 17ºC (63ºF) to 36ºC (97ºF).
Search for cheap tickets from FLL to MAD in January if you like traveling in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 0ºC (32ºF) and 11ºC (52ºF) on average.
Explore more of Spain
Zaragoza is just one of the many places in Spain waiting to be explored once you've taken in the sights of Madrid. Around 274 kilometers away to the north-east, its best attractions include Puente de Piedra, Museo Pablo Gargallo and El Tubo.
Salamanca is another favorite destination in Spain and is around 177 kilometers west of Madrid. No journey is complete without a visit to Plaza Mayor, S.O.U. Servicio de Orientación al Universitario. Universidad de Salamanca and Pontifical University of Salamanca.