Flying from Tokyo Haneda Airport (HND) to Madrid Airport (MAD): what you need to know
Madrid is eight hours behind Tokyo and observes the UTC+1 timezone.
To ensure you catch your HND to MAD flight, leave enough time to navigate the airport and find your gate. Turning up two hours ahead of international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the general rule.
You'll likely experience bigger queues during popular months like April. Arriving up to four hours in advance for international flights and two hours for domestic departures is a smart move.
We make it a breeze to book a flight with a stopover. To see all your options for tickets from Tokyo Haneda Airport to Madrid Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, pick a flight offering a stop long enough to visit the city of your choice. Popular stopovers between HND and MAD include:
London Heathrow Airport
Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport
Copenhagen Airport
Handy information about Tokyo Haneda Airport (HND)
You'll find HND at 3丁目 Hanedakuko, Ota.
Of the departures from Tokyo Haneda Airport, 78% arrive on time at their destination.
Tokyo Haneda Airport is about 19 kilometres from central Tokyo. If you're ride-sharing, catching a taxi or driving from the centre, it'll take 25 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic.
Expect a trip time of about 30 minutes when using public transport.
Booked an early flight from Tokyo Haneda Airport to Madrid Airport? Avoid rushing to the terminal (and sneak in some extra precious sleep) by choosing one of these stays close to HND:
Arriving at Madrid Airport (MAD)
If you're getting in on a late Tokyo Haneda Airport to Madrid Airport flight, few things beat the convenience of being near the terminal. Grab your suitcases from the carousel and then be showered and relaxing not long after at one of these hotels near MAD:
Pick up a Madrid Airport rental car and explore Madrid and beyond with your own set of wheels. Record Go, Goldcar and Click and Rent are top outlets you can book with here.
Lock in the best deal by booking your vehicle from Madrid Airport about one week before your travel date.
Getting from Madrid Airport (MAD) to central Madrid
From Madrid Airport, Madrid is approximately 13 kilometres away. It takes around 20 minutes to reach the centre driving.
It takes roughly 30 minutes if you're travelling by public transport.
When to fly to Madrid Airport (MAD)
The quietest month for a flight from Tokyo Haneda Airport to Madrid Airport is March, while July is the most popular. Choose the ideal time to go to Madrid based on whether you prefer a laid-back vibe or a more bustling atmosphere.
When booking your flight from Tokyo Haneda Airport to Madrid Airport, think about the kind of weather you enjoy. July is the warmest month in Madrid, with the temperature ranging from 18ºC (64ºF) to 37ºC (99ºF).
If you want cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from HND to MAD in January. Average temperatures are between 0ºC (32ºF) and 12ºC (54ºF) then.
Explore more of Spain
Madrid has plenty to offer, but there are so many other parts of Spain just waiting to be explored. About 274 kilometres north-east of Madrid, a trip to Zaragoza will keep you busy. Start with popular sights like Plaza del Pilar, La Seo del Salvador and Basílica de Nuestra Senora del Pilar.
Salamanca is another favourite destination in Spain and is around 177 kilometres west of Madrid. No journey is complete without seeing Catedral de Salamanca, Salamanca, Casco Historico and Plaza Mayor.