Traveling from Tokyo Narita Airport (NRT) to Madrid Airport (MAD): what you need to know
Book a direct flight from Tokyo Narita Airport to Madrid Airport and you'll be in the air for an average of 15 hours 35 minutes.
Madrid's timezone is UTC+1, which makes Madrid eight hours behind Tokyo.
Take your pick of three weekly Tokyo Narita Airport to Madrid Airport flights. The 11:35 departure with Iberia is the earliest you can take. Iberia operates the latest service of the day at 11:55.
For a stress-free journey, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This will give you plenty of time to board your NRT to MAD flight.
Traveling during a peak month such as May? Major public holidays and other popular periods can mean longer lines at check-in and security. Play it safe and arrive up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours before a domestic departure.
Getting to Madrid (and then discovering more of Spain!) is easy with Iberia. This popular airline has direct flights from Tokyo Narita Airport to Madrid Airport.
The majority of travelers choose to travel with Iberia on this route.
With an impressive 84.62% of services arriving as scheduled, Iberia has the best on-time record for NRT to MAD flights.
We make it a piece of cake to book a flight with a stopover. To see your options for tickets from Tokyo Narita Airport to Madrid Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, pick a flight with a stop long enough to visit your chosen city. Popular stopovers between NRT and MAD include:
Shanghai Pudong Airport
Frankfurt am Main Airport
Zurich Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Tokyo Narita Airport (NRT) to Madrid Airport (MAD)
Right now, $308 is the cheapest price we've found for a one-way Tokyo Narita Airport to Madrid Airport flight. The best price for a return plane ticket is $702. Remember that fares may change due to demand when booking.
Don't leave everything to the last moment. You're more likely to find cheap tickets from NRT to MAD if you book in advance. Airlines often offer some amazing early bird rates.
May is the cheapest month for flights from Tokyo Narita Airport to Madrid Airport. If you'd like to travel at a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will give you the lowest prices across every month.
You don't need to check back in every day to see if fares have gone down when you set up a Price Alert. We'll notify you the moment there's a change in price on cheap flights from NRT to MAD.
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Handy information about Tokyo Narita Airport (NRT)
You'll find NRT at 成田空港第2PTB(バス), Narita.
73% of flights taking off from Tokyo Narita Airport reach their destination on time.
Central Tokyo to Tokyo Narita Airport is around 56 kilometers. Depending on traffic, it'll take about 1 hour 5 minutes to get there if you're driving, catching a cab or ride-sharing.
You can expect a journey time of about 1 hour on public transport.
Taking an early flight from Tokyo Narita Airport to Madrid Airport? Avoid the last-minute rush to the airport (and enjoy a little extra shut-eye) by picking one of these hotels close to NRT:
Arriving at Madrid Airport (MAD)
The last thing you want is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on a Tokyo Narita Airport to Madrid Airport flight. Reserve one of these accommodation options near MAD instead:
Fast-track your adventure by picking up a Madrid Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Record Go, Goldcar or Click and Rent to explore Madrid and beyond.
Get the best deal by reserving your ride from Madrid Airport about one week ahead of your departure.
Getting from Madrid Airport (MAD) to central Madrid
From Madrid Airport, Madrid is approximately 13 kilometers away. It takes around 20 minutes to reach the center driving.
Getting to the center by public transport will take you roughly 30 minutes.
When to fly to Madrid Airport (MAD)
The quietest month for a flight from Tokyo Narita Airport to Madrid Airport is March, while July is the busiest. Choose the best time to visit Madrid based on whether you prefer a faster pace or a more relaxed vibe.
Lock in your flight from Tokyo Narita Airport to Madrid Airport for July if you want to go to Madrid during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures of between 18ºC (64ºF) and 37ºC (99ºF).
Search for cheap tickets from NRT to MAD in January if you'd rather travel during cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 0ºC (32ºF) and 12ºC (54ºF) on average.
Explore more of Spain
Madrid has loads to offer, but there are so many other parts of Spain you'll want to see. About 274 kilometers north-east of Madrid, a visit to Zaragoza will keep you on the go. Check out popular attractions like Plaza del Pilar, La Seo del Salvador and Basílica de Nuestra Senora del Pilar.
If you're interested in discovering another major stop in Spain, consider Salamanca, about 177 kilometers west of Madrid. Catedral de Salamanca, Salamanca, Casco Historico and Plaza Mayor are among the biggest draws.