Flying from Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport (MAD) to Incheon International Airport (ICN): what you need to know
Jump on a direct flight from Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport to Incheon International Airport and you'll be travelling for an average of 12 hours 40 minutes.
The timezone in Seoul is UTC+9, which is eight hours ahead of Madrid.
Flights from MAD to ICN start at 20:00 — the earliest with Korean Air. The last service of the day is at 21:30 with Korean Air. In total, there are four weekly Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport to Incheon International Airport flights.
Your MAD to ICN flight won't wait if you're running late, so get to the airport with time to spare. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead for international travel.
During popular months like July, it's a good idea to get to the airport earlier than usual. Arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead of international flights when you fly during a high season in general.
Getting to Seoul (and then seeing more of South Korea!) is easy with Korean Air. This popular airline has direct flights from Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport to Incheon International Airport.
The airline that serves the most passengers on this route is Korean Air.
Korean Air is the most punctual carrier offering MAD to ICN flights.
If you'd like to add a stop to your trip, simply deselect 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport to Incheon International Airport. Here are the top stopovers between MAD and ICN:
Franz Josef Strauss Airport
Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport
Charles de Gaulle Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport (MAD) to Incheon International Airport (ICN)
R 5,374 is the lowest price for a one-way Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport to Incheon International Airport flight. A return flight starts from R 9,268. These fares can change based on availability.
Book six months before travelling. After looking at the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you should book ahead to secure cheap tickets from MAD to ICN.
The cheapest month for flights from Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport to Incheon International Airport is May. Use the 'Whole month' tool to find the lowest airfares if you have flexible dates.
Cut down on the time spent looking for cheap flights from MAD to ICN by creating a Price Alert. You'll receive an email or push notification on the app when a special offer becomes available.
Lock in the perfect flight for you by using the filters. To see the 'Fastest,' 'Best' or 'Cheapest' flights from Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport to Incheon International Airport, use the 'Sort by' function. You can also filter results by airline, arrival and departure times, and journey duration.
Handy information about Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport (MAD)
Of all flights departing from Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport, 78.23% touch down on time at their destination.
To reach Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport from central Madrid, it takes about 25 minutes if you're going by car. This depends on traffic though. It's approximately 18 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
You can expect a trip time of around 35 minutes on public transport.
Looking for a convenient hotel close to MAD? If you're catching an early flight from Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport to Incheon International Airport, these stays will have you moments from check-in:
Arriving at Incheon International Airport (ICN)
If you're getting in on a late Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport to Incheon International Airport flight, nothing beats the convenience of staying near the terminal. Collect your bags from the carousel and then be showered and resting soon after at one of these hotels near ICN:
Get on the fast track to adventure by picking up an Incheon International Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from WECAR, Hi Rent A Car or Alamo and explore beyond Seoul's main sights.
Lock in the lowest price by booking your vehicle from Incheon International Airport around four weeks in advance of your trip.
Getting from Incheon International Airport (ICN) to central Seoul
Incheon International Airport is roughly 48 kilometres from central Seoul. How long it takes to get to the centre in a ride-share or cab depends on the time of day, so do a little research before you go.
It'll take around 1 hour 45 minutes to get there using public transport.
When to fly to Incheon International Airport (ICN)
The quietest month for a flight from Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport to Incheon International Airport is April, while July is the most popular. Choose the ideal time to go to Seoul based on whether you prefer a more fast-paced or easygoing experience.
Before locking in your flight from Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport to Incheon International Airport, consider the type of weather you enjoy. August is the warmest month in Seoul, with temperatures ranging from 19ºC (66ºF) to 32ºC (90ºF).
Look for cheap tickets from MAD to ICN in January if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between -12ºC (10ºF) and 4ºC (39ºF) on average.
Explore more of South Korea
You've done Seoul, now it's time to discover other corners of South Korea. Journey around 322 kilometres south-east to Busan to tick off its leading sights. From Haeundae Beach to Gamcheon Culture Village and Beomeosa Temple, you'll have a packed itinerary ahead.
Around 56 kilometres west of Seoul, Incheon is another favourite stop in South Korea. Get a taste of what this destination has to offer at Lawn Square of Incheon International Airport, Yeongjong Sky City No.23 Park and 스카이72 GC 바다코스.
