Travelling from William P. Hobby Airport (HOU) to Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport (MAD): what you need to know
Madrid's timezone is UTC+1, which makes Madrid six hours ahead of Houston.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are travel rules to live by. Be at the airport with enough time to board your HOU to MAD flight.
Travelling during a peak time like July? School holidays and other popular periods can mean longer lines at security. Play it safe and arrive up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
Think about adding a stopover when booking your ticket from William P. Hobby Airport to Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport. Just uncheck 'Direct flights only' to break up your trip, or maybe even explore a new city along the way. Here are some options between HOU and MAD:
Charlotte Douglas International Airport
Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport
Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from William P. Hobby Airport (HOU) to Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport (MAD)
The lowest price we've seen for a one-way William P. Hobby Airport to Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport flight is R 4,191. A round-trip fare is currently R 8,325. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares could change.
It's often best to book as early as possible if you're looking for cheap tickets from HOU to MAD. That's because airlines adjust prices based on demand, which tends to rise closer to departure.
The 'Whole month' search function shows you the cheapest flights from William P. Hobby Airport to Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport throughout the entire month. It's a great way to find a bargain if your trip dates aren't set in stone.
Stay on top of deals for cheap flights from HOU to MAD by setting up a Price Alert. You'll get an email or push notification on the app when a lower fare pops up.
Tailor your trip with filters. Pick your ideal departure and arrival times, airlines and total journey duration. You can also sort the results by 'Fastest,' 'Cheapest' or 'Best' flights from William P. Hobby Airport to Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport.
Handy information about William P. Hobby Airport (HOU)
HOU's address is 7800 Airport Boulevard.
81.06% of flights leaving William P. Hobby Airport touch down at their destination according to schedule. With its reliable on-time performance, delays are unlikely when taking off from HOU.
William P. Hobby Airport is about 19 kilometres from central Houston. If you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving from the centre, it'll take 20 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic.
Planning to take public transport? Expect a trip time of around 1 hour 40 minutes.
Have an early flight from William P. Hobby Airport to Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport? Avoid rushing to the airport (and sneak in some extra precious sleep) by choosing one of these hotels near HOU:
Arriving at Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport (MAD)
The last thing you need is a long journey to your hotel if you're landing late on a William P. Hobby Airport to Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport flight. Stay at one of these accommodation options near MAD instead:
Grab an Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport rental car and explore Madrid and beyond with your own set of wheels. Record Go, Goldcar and Click and Rent are leading providers to choose from here.
Booking your vehicle from Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport about one week ahead gives you the best shot at securing a great deal.
Getting from Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport (MAD) to central Madrid
Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport to the centre of Madrid has a drive time of about 25 minutes. It's approximately 18 kilometres away.
It takes around 35 minutes if you're travelling by public transport.
When to fly to Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport (MAD)
It's time to plan your dates for your flight from William P. Hobby Airport to Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport. July is the most popular month to visit Madrid. If you'd like a more relaxed vibe, go in April.
Lock in your flight from William P. Hobby Airport to Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport for July if you want to visit Madrid during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures of between 17ºC (63ºF) and 36ºC (97ºF).
For cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from HOU to MAD in January. Average temperatures are between 0ºC (32ºF) and 11ºC (52ºF) then.
Explore more of Spain
Madrid has plenty to offer, but there are so many other parts of Spain waiting to be explored. About 274 kilometres north-east of Madrid, a trip to Zaragoza will keep you on the move. Start with leading sights like Puente de Piedra, Museo Pablo Gargallo and El Tubo.
If you're eager to discover another major stop in Spain, consider Salamanca, about 177 kilometres west of Madrid. Plaza Mayor, S.O.U. Servicio de Orientación al Universitario. Universidad de Salamanca and Pontifical University of Salamanca are among its highlights.
