Travelling from Charlotte Douglas Airport (CLT) to Madrid Airport (MAD): what you need to know
The average duration of a direct flight from Charlotte Douglas Airport to Madrid Airport is 7 hours 55 minutes.
Madrid's timezone is UTC+1, making Madrid six hours ahead of Charlotte.
Flights from CLT to MAD start from 15:30 — the earliest with American Airlines. The last departure is at 17:00 with American Airlines. Overall, you can take your pick of seven weekly Charlotte Douglas Airport to Madrid Airport flights.
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 CLT to MAD flight.
You can expect longer lines during popular months like August. Arriving up to four hours in advance for an international flight and two hours for a domestic departure is a good idea.
Travelling to Madrid (and then discovering more of Spain!) is a cinch with American Airlines. This popular airline offers direct flights from Charlotte Douglas Airport to Madrid Airport.
The airline with the highest booking volume on this route is American Airlines.
American Airlines is the most punctual carrier that operates CLT to MAD flights. A dependable 93.22% of its departures on this route arrive as planned.
Think about adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Charlotte Douglas Airport to Madrid Airport. Simply deselect 'Direct flights only' to break up your journey, or visit a new city along the way. Here's where you can stop between CLT and MAD:
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Boston Logan International Airport
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How to find the cheapest flights from Charlotte Douglas Airport (CLT) to Madrid Airport (MAD)
The lowest price we've seen for a one-way Charlotte Douglas Airport to Madrid Airport flight is R 5,250. A round-trip ticket right now is R 11,527. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares can change.
Book four months before flying. After crunching the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you should book ahead to find cheap tickets from CLT to MAD.
September is the cheapest month for flights from Charlotte Douglas Airport to Madrid Airport. If you'd like to travel at a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will show you the lowest prices across every month.
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Pick your preferred departure and arrival times, airlines and number of stops with the filters. Or sort your results by 'Cheapest' to see the best deals on flights from Charlotte Douglas Airport to Madrid Airport.
Handy information about Charlotte Douglas Airport (CLT)
You'll find CLT at 5501 Josh Birmingham Parkway.
79% of flights leaving from Charlotte Douglas Airport touch down at their destination on time.
Central Charlotte to Charlotte Douglas Airport is around 13 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take you about 20 minutes to get there if you're ride-sharing, catching a taxi or driving.
Expect a trip time of about 35 minutes when using public transport.
Catching an early flight from Charlotte Douglas Airport to Madrid Airport? Avoid rushing to the airport (and sneak in some extra snooze time) by choosing one of these hotels close to CLT:
Arriving at Madrid Airport (MAD)
If you're coming in on a late Charlotte Douglas Airport to Madrid Airport flight, few things top the convenience of staying near the terminal. Grab your bags from the carousel and then be showered and sleeping soon after at one of these hotels near MAD:
Get your adventure underway by picking up a Madrid Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Record Go, Goldcar or Click and Rent and experience the lesser-explored corners of Madrid and beyond.
Reserving your vehicle from Madrid Airport around one week ahead boosts your odds of scoring a great price.
When to fly to Madrid Airport (MAD)
The quietest month for a flight from Charlotte Douglas Airport to Madrid Airport is March, while July is the busiest. Choose the best time to go to Madrid based on whether you prefer a more relaxed vibe or a faster pace.
Lock in your flight from Charlotte Douglas Airport to Madrid Airport for July if you'd like to explore Madrid during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 18ºC (64ºF) and 37ºC (99ºF).
If you'd rather travel in cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from CLT to MAD in January. Temperatures average between 0ºC (32ºF) and 12ºC (54ºF) then.
Explore more of Spain
Madrid has plenty going for it, but there are so many other corners of Spain you should also see. Around 274 kilometres north-east of Madrid, a visit to Zaragoza will keep you on the move. Start with attractions like Plaza del Pilar, La Seo del Salvador and Basílica de Nuestra Senora del Pilar.
Around 177 kilometres west of Madrid, Salamanca is another essential stop in Spain. No visit is complete without checking out Catedral de Salamanca, Salamanca, Casco Historico and Plaza Mayor.
