Flying from Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport (MAD) to LaGuardia Airport (LGA): what you need to know
New York is five hours behind Madrid and observes the UTC-4 timezone.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are golden rules for stress-free travel. Be at the airport with enough time to board your MAD to LGA flight.
During popular months such as July, it's a good idea to get to the airport earlier. Arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead for an international flight when you travel during peak periods in general.
Consider adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport to LaGuardia Airport. Just deselect 'Direct flights only' to break up your journey, or perhaps see a new city along the way. Here's where you can stop between MAD and LGA:
Montreal-Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport
Philadelphia International Airport
Logan International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport (MAD) to LaGuardia Airport (LGA)
$373 is the best price for a one-way Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport to LaGuardia Airport flight. Return flights start from $517. These prices can change based on demand.
To pick up cheap tickets from MAD to LGA, book in advance. Airlines tend to offer lower prices when flights are first made available.
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Handy information about Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport (MAD)
78.23% of flights that depart Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport reach their destination on time.
Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport is about 18 kilometers from central Madrid. If you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab from the center, it'll take 25 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic.
Catching public transport? You can expect a journey time of around 35 minutes.
Have an early flight from Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport to LaGuardia Airport? Avoid the stress of rushing to the airport (and get some extra shut-eye) by picking one of these stays close to MAD:
Arriving at LaGuardia Airport (LGA)
Consider booking a hotel close to LGA if you're catching a late Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport to LaGuardia Airport flight. Choose one of these accommodation options and skip the long transfer:
Travel at your own speed with a LaGuardia Airport rental car. Book your wheels from Dollar, Ace Rent a Car or Thrifty and see more of New York and beyond.
For the lowest price, reserve your vehicle from LaGuardia Airport about two weeks before your trip.
Getting from LaGuardia Airport (LGA) to central New York
The street address for LGA is Hangar 7 Center.
LaGuardia Airport to the center of New York has a drive time of around 25 minutes. It's approximately 18 kilometers away.
If you're taking public transport, expect a journey of around 1 hour.
When to fly to LaGuardia Airport (LGA)
The quietest month for a flight from Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport to LaGuardia Airport is February, while July is the most popular. Pick the ideal time to go to New York based on whether you prefer a more relaxed vibe or a faster pace.
The warmest month in New York is July, with temperatures ranging between 18ºC (64ºF) and 30ºC (86ºF). Lock in your flights from Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport to LaGuardia Airport in this month if this is the type of weather you enjoy.
If you want cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from MAD to LGA in January. Average temperatures are between -6ºC (21ºF) and 8ºC (46ºF) then.
Explore more of United States
Philadelphia is just one of the many places in United States waiting to be explored once you've taken in the sights of New York. Around 129 kilometers away to the south-west, top sights here include Liberty Bell, Independence Hall and Philadelphia Museum of Art.
Boston is another standout destination in United States and is around 306 kilometers north-east of New York. No trip is complete without seeing Freedom Trail, Museum of Fine Arts Boston and Boston Tea Party Ships & Museum.