Travelling from Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport (MAD) to Beijing: what you need to know
Approximately 12 hours 5 minutes is how long you can expect to be in the air on a direct flight from Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport to Beijing.
Beijing is seven hours ahead of Madrid, where Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport is located. Beijing follows the UTC+8 timezone.
The most popular route is from Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport (MAD) to Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK). Choose from 12 services every week between these two airports. If you'd like to take off as soon as possible, the earliest flight from MAD to PEK is the 01:40 Air China option. If you're planning to fly out later on, the last departure is at 17:30 with Air China.
To avoid missing your MAD to Beijing flight, leave enough time for things like check-in and baggage drop. Turning up two hours ahead of international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the general travel rule.
Taking off during a peak period like school or public holidays? Expect longer queues at check-in and security. To be on the safe side, arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
Begin your trip at MAD and fly nonstop to Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK). That's where you can expect to touch down when searching for Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport to Beijing tickets.
Take to the skies with Air China. This airline offers direct flights from Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport to Beijing.
Think about adding a stopover to potentially score a cheaper flight ticket from MAD to Beijing. Simply deselect 'Direct flights only' during your search. Break up your trip (and maybe save some cash) by stopping at one of these connection hubs:
Los Angeles International Airport (LAX)
London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS)
MAD is about 13 kilometres from central Madrid. If you're ride-sharing, driving or catching a cab from the centre, it'll take 25 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic. If you're planning to take public transport, expect the travel time to be around 35 minutes.
Booked an early flight from Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport to Beijing? Avoid the stress of rushing to the airport (and get some extra shut-eye) by choosing one of these stays near MAD:
Of all flights leaving Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport, 78.23% arrive as scheduled at their destination.
How to find the cheapest flights from Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport (MAD) to Beijing
The best price we've found for a one-way Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport to Beijing flight is R 5,425. The cheapest price for a return flight is R 8,852. Bear in mind fares may change due to availability at the time of booking.
Book two months before travelling. Pricing trends show that this is the ideal window for finding cheap flights from MAD to Beijing.
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Airports in Beijing
Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK)
The distance from Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK) to central Beijing is roughly 31 kilometres. It takes about 40 minutes to get to the centre driving.
If you're coming in on a late flight from Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport to Beijing, nothing beats the convenience of staying near the terminal. Grab your suitcases from the carousel and then be showered and relaxing not long after at one of these hotels near PEK:
Venture beyond Beijing and check out places that don't make every travel guide with your own wheels. You can pick up a Beijing Capital International Airport rental car from Hertz.
To get the lowest possible price, book your vehicle from Beijing Capital International Airport a few weeks before your flight from MAD to Beijing. Rates generally rise closer to your departure date.
You'll find PEK at Capital Airport Rd.
Daxing International Airport (PKX)
Daxing International Airport (PKX) is about 56 kilometres from the centre of Beijing. Once you've disembarked your flight from Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport to Beijing, it'll take you around 1 hour 5 minutes to get to the heart of the city in a ride-share or cab.
After stepping off your MAD to Beijing flight, kick back at a hotel near PKX. These are some comfortable options that'll help you slip into relaxation mode:
Best time to go to Beijing
Before you book your flights from Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport to Beijing, consider which time of year works best for you. High season in Beijing offers a bustling atmosphere and plenty to do, while the off-season brings better deals on hotels and smaller crowds.
The warmest month in Beijing is July, with temperatures ranging between 21ºC (70ºF) and 35ºC (95ºF). Lock in your Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport to Beijing flight ticket then if that's your ideal forecast.
January has average temperatures of between -11ºC (12ºF) and 3ºC (37ºF). Search for a cheap ticket from MAD to Beijing around that time if you like travelling in cooler conditions.
More about Beijing
Once you've booked your flight from Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport to Beijing, choose a hotel that puts you where you want to be. Make one of these options your base for exploring Beijing:
Temple of Heaven and Forbidden City are a couple of top-rated attractions to put on your Beijing to-do list. Keep the adventure rolling by checking out Tiananmen Square.
Explore more of China
Tianjin is just one of the many places in China waiting to be discovered after you've seen Beijing. Around 113 kilometres away to the south-east, check out popular attractions including Porcelain house, Haihe River and Italian Style Town.
Tai'an is another sought-after destination in China and is around 418 kilometres south of Beijing. No journey is complete without seeing Sanyi Cypress, Xixi Stone Pavilion and Qiuxian Cave.