Flying from Medellin to Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport (MAD): What you need to know
Medellin's main base, Medellin Jose Maria Cordova Intl Airport (MDE), is where great travel stories take off. Explore the departure options from here when searching for a flight from Medellin to Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport (MAD).
The average length of a direct Medellin to Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport flight is 9 hours 30 minutes.
Madrid is six hours ahead of Medellin. Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport is located in Madrid, which runs on the UTC+1 timezone.
The busiest route is from Medellin Jose Maria Cordova Intl Airport (MDE) to Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport (MAD), with 11 direct weekly services. If you're not one for hanging around, the earliest flight from MDE to MAD is the 8:35pm Air Europa service. If a later flight fits your day better, the final departure is at 11pm with AVIANCA.
Arrive at the airport on time so you don't miss your flight from Medellin to MAD. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid the stress of rushing.
You'll likely experience longer queues in popular months such as January and other peak periods. Arriving up to four hours in advance for an international flight and two hours for domestic departures will help ensure a smooth travel experience.
Airports in Medellin
Medellin Jose Maria Cordova Intl Airport (MDE)
Medellin Jose Maria Cordova Intl Airport (MDE) will have you traveling directly to your destination. Nonstop flights from Medellin to Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport (MAD) take off from this terminal.
Air Europa is a popular airline that operates direct flights from Medellin to Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport departing from MDE.
Air Europa is the most frequently chosen airline for flights from MDE to MAD.
The carrier with the top on-time arrival rate on this route is Air Europa.
Consider adding a stopover to find cheap flights from Medellin to MAD. Just deselect 'Direct flights only' when browsing departures from Medellin Jose Maria Cordova Intl Airport (MDE). Break up the journey at one of these airports:
Bogota El Dorado International Airport (BOG)
Panama City Tocumen International Airport (PTY)
Santo Domingo Las Americas International Airport (SDQ)
Located around 32 kilometers from the center of Medellin, MDE can be reached in about 45 minutes by car (depending on traffic). The journey by public transport is roughly 1 hour 15 minutes.
In search of a comfortable hotel near Medellin Jose Maria Cordova Intl Airport? If you've booked an early flight from Medellin to Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport, these accommodation options will have you sleeping moments from your check-in counter:
When it comes to Medellin Jose Maria Cordova Intl Airport's on-time performance, 76% of flights stick to their scheduled arrival time.
Medellin Enrique Olaya Herrera Airport (EOH)
Break up your flight from Medellin to Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport with a stop at Bogota El Dorado International Airport (BOG). A major connection between Medellin Enrique Olaya Herrera Airport and MAD, it's a great opportunity to unwind before your onward flight.
You can arrive at EOH from the center of Medellin in about 15 minutes by car (depending on traffic). The journey on public transport will take roughly 25 minutes to cover the 5 kilometers or so.
Start your vacation early with an extra night away from home. Before your Medellin to MAD flight, kick back in one of these hotels near Medellin Enrique Olaya Herrera Airport:
About Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport (MAD)
Consider staying in a hotel near MAD if you have a late flight from Medellin to Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport. Check in to one of these accommodation options and end the night sooner:
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Getting from Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport (MAD) to central Madrid
Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport is around 13 kilometers from the center of Madrid. It takes around 20 minutes or so to get to the city by car.
Traveling by public transport will take you roughly 30 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Medellin to Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport (MAD)
Currently, $499 is the best price we've found for a one-way ticket from Medellin to Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport. The cheapest price for a return flight is $759. Keep in mind fares can change due to demand at the time of booking.
Snap up cheap flights from Medellin to MAD by booking four months ahead. According to our research, that's the ideal time frame for picking up a bargain.
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The best time to fly from Medellin to Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport (MAD)
It's time to work out when to book your flight from Medellin to Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport (MAD). July is when most people visit Madrid. If you like things a bit more low-key, head there in December.
When booking your Medellin to MAD plane ticket, consider what kind of weather works for you. July is the warmest month in Madrid, with temperatures ranging from 18ºC (64ºF) to 37ºC (99ºF).
Search for cheap tickets from Medellin to Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport in January if you like traveling in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 0ºC (32ºF) and 12ºC (54ºF).
More about Madrid
When it comes to searching for somewhere to rest your head, you'll find the best places to stay in Madrid right here. Browse these hotels as soon as you've booked your flight from Medellin to Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport:
There are so many things to see and do in this city, it can be difficult to know where to begin. Museo del Prado, Thyssen-Bornemisza National Museum and Plaza Mayor are top attractions which should feature on any good Madrid itinerary.
Explore more of Spain
Madrid has loads to offer, but there are so many other corners of Spain just waiting to be explored. About 274 kilometers northeast of Madrid, a visit to Zaragoza will keep your itinerary busy. Don't miss top attractions like Plaza del Pilar, La Seo del Salvador and Basílica de Nuestra Senora del Pilar.
Around 193 kilometers west of Madrid, Salamanca is another favorite stop in Spain. Experience major highlights starting with Catedral de Salamanca, Salamanca, Casco Historico and Plaza Mayor.