Travelling from Buenos Aires to Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport (MAD): What you need to know
Get your trip planning started by working out where you'll board your flight from Buenos Aires to Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport (MAD). Jorge Newbery Airport (AEP) and Ministro Pistarini Airport (EZE) are Buenos Aires's main airports.
The timezone in Madrid is UTC+1, which is four hours ahead of Buenos Aires. Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport is located in Madrid.
Leave plenty of time to get on your flight from Buenos Aires to MAD. Generally, it's best to arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
If you're travelling during a major holiday or other peak period, allow extra time. Arrive two hours ahead of domestic flights and up to four hours before international departures. Queues at security and check-in will be longer.
Airports in Buenos Aires
Jorge Newbery Airport (AEP)
Stopovers are the ideal opportunity to take a break from travelling and maybe even tour another city. When browsing cheap flights from Buenos Aires to MAD departing from Jorge Newbery Airport (AEP), uncheck the 'Direct flights only' box to find all potential stops. Some popular options include:
Arturo Merino Benitez Airport (SCL)
Carrasco International Airport (MVD)
Silvio Pettirossi International Airport (ASU)
Travelling from central Buenos Aires to AEP takes around 40 minutes by public transport. If you drive, ride-share or get a cab, you'll cover the 14 kilometres in 20 minutes or so, depending on traffic.
Catching an early flight from Buenos Aires to Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport? Avoid the mad dash to the terminal (and sneak in some extra snooze time) by staying at one of these hotels near Jorge Newbery Airport:
Jorge Newbery Airport earns top marks for its on-time performance. 83.76% of flights that take off from AEP reach their destination without delay.
Ministro Pistarini Airport (EZE)
Think about kicking off your trip from Ministro Pistarini Airport (EZE). You can book a direct Buenos Aires to Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport (MAD) plane ticket with departures from here.
Popular airlines that operate direct flights from Buenos Aires to MAD jetting off from EZE include:
On the EZE to MAD route, Iberia is the go-to airline for most travellers on this route.
If you want a carrier known for punctuality, go with Air Europa. It has an on-time performance of 94.12% for flights between Ministro Pistarini Airport and Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport.
Break up your flight from Buenos Aires to Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport with a stop so you can stretch your legs or tick another place off your list. Some popular stopovers between Ministro Pistarini Airport and MAD are:
Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG)
Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport (FCO)
Arturo Merino Benitez Airport (SCL)
On public transport, you can travel from central Buenos Aires to EZE in about 2 hours 10 minutes. The terminal is roughly 32 kilometres away, and making the journey by car takes approximately 35 minutes.
Get your holiday started early with an additional night away from home. Before catching your Buenos Aires to MAD flight, unwind in one of these hotels close to Ministro Pistarini Airport:
Ministro Pistarini Airport has a solid reputation for punctual service. 83.93% of flights out of here arrive right when they're supposed to.
About Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport (MAD)
If you're coming in on a late flight from Buenos Aires to Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport, few things beat the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Grab your bags from the carousel and then be showered and relaxing soon after at one of these options near MAD:
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To lock in the lowest price, book your vehicle around one week ahead of your Buenos Aires to Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport flight.
Getting from Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport (MAD) to central Madrid
Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport is around 13 kilometres from central Madrid. How long it'll take to get to the centre in a car hire or cab will depend on the time of day. Do a little research before your trip.
It typically takes 35 minutes if you're travelling on public transport.
How to find the cheapest flights from Buenos Aires to Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport (MAD)
Right now, R 8,266 is the lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Buenos Aires to Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport. The cheapest price for a return flight is R 14,347. Keep in mind fares may change due to demand at the time of booking.
To snap up cheap flights from Buenos Aires to MAD, book your ticket six months before your planned departure.
The best month for picking up cheap Buenos Aires to Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport tickets is November. Use the 'Whole month' tool to compare flight prices, then select the dates with the lowest fares.
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The best time to fly from Buenos Aires to Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport (MAD)
It's time to figure out when to book your flight from Buenos Aires to Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport (MAD). July is the busiest month to visit Madrid. If you prefer a quieter vibe, head there in April.
Before locking in your Buenos Aires to MAD plane ticket, consider the kind of weather forecast you're hoping for. July is the warmest month in Madrid, with temperatures ranging from 17ºC (63ºF) to 36ºC (97ºF).
If you want cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from Buenos Aires to Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport in January when temperatures are between 0ºC (32ºF) and 11ºC (52ºF).
More about Madrid
When it comes to looking for somewhere to rest your head, you'll find the best stays in Madrid right here. Check out these hotels once you've booked your flight from Buenos Aires to Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport:
Your Madrid visit won't be complete without checking out the sights. Attractions worth exploring include Museo del Prado, Plaza Mayor and Museo Nacional Thyssen-Bornemisza.
Explore more of Spain
Madrid has its own special appeal, but there are so many other parts of Spain just waiting to be discovered. About 274 kilometres north-east of Madrid, a visit to Zaragoza will keep your itinerary packed. Check out popular attractions like Plaza España, Plaza del Pilar and La Seo del Salvador.
If there's time to check out another well-known destination in Spain, head for Salamanca, about 193 kilometres west of Madrid. Salamanca, Casco Historico, Catedral de Salamanca and Plaza Mayor are key reasons to visit.
