Flying from Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport (MAD) to Santorini International Airport (JTR): what you need to know
The average time for a direct flight from Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport to Santorini International Airport is 3 hours 45 minutes.
Santorini (Thira) is one hour ahead of Madrid and observes the UTC+2 timezone.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are golden rules for hassle-free flying. Show up at the airport on time to catch your MAD to JTR flight.
During popular months such as July, it's best to get to the airport earlier than normal. Plan to arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead of international flights when you fly during peak periods in general.
Iberia is your gateway to discovering Santorini (Thira) (and maybe even some other exciting parts of Greece!). Browse the direct flights from Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport to Santorini International Airport offered by this carrier.
The majority of passengers choose to travel with Iberia on this route.
We make it a piece of cake to book a flight with a stopover. To see all your options for tickets from Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport to Santorini International Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, pick a flight with a stop long enough to explore your chosen city. Popular stopovers between MAD and JTR include:
Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport
Barcelona-El Prat Airport
Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport (MAD) to Santorini International Airport (JTR)
The cheapest price we've found for a one-way Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport to Santorini International Airport flight is R 1,191. A round-trip plane ticket right now is R 2,633. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares could change.
Book ten months before you want to fly. After looking at the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you should book ahead to secure cheap tickets from MAD to JTR.
The cheapest month for flights from Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport to Santorini International Airport is September. Use the 'Whole month' tool to see the lowest airfares if you have flexible travel dates.
Spend less time searching for cheap flights from MAD to JTR by setting up a Price Alert. You'll get an email or notification on the app when a new discounted fare appears.
Tailor your flights using filters. Pick your preferred arrival and departure times, airlines and total journey duration. You can also sort results by 'Best,' 'Fastest' or 'Cheapest' flights from Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport to Santorini International Airport.
Handy information about Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport (MAD)
Of all flights leaving Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport, 78.23% arrive on time at their destination.
Central Madrid to Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport is approximately 18 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take you about 25 minutes to get there if you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab.
The trip when using public transport usually takes 35 minutes.
Taking an early flight from Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport to Santorini International Airport? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the airport (and sneak in some extra precious sleep) by choosing one of these hotels close to MAD:
Arriving at Santorini International Airport (JTR)
Reserve a hotel close to JTR if you're taking a late Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport to Santorini International Airport flight. Choose one of these accommodation options and skip the long transfer after landing:
Grab a Santorini International Airport rental car and discover Santorini (Thira) and beyond with your own set of wheels. Goldcar, CarQ and Centauro are leading providers to choose from here.
Booking your ride from Santorini International Airport about three weeks ahead can help you secure the lowest rate.
Getting from Santorini International Airport (JTR) to central Santorini (Thira)
Santorini International Airport is roughly 5 kilometres from central Santorini (Thira). The drive time takes about 10 minutes.
When to fly to Santorini International Airport (JTR)
It's time to choose your dates for your flight from Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport to Santorini International Airport. July is the most popular month to visit Santorini (Thira). If you want a more laid-back vibe, go in February.
Lock in your flight from Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport to Santorini International Airport for August if you want to visit Santorini (Thira) during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures of between 23ºC (73ºF) and 27ºC (81ºF).
If you'd rather travel in cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from MAD to JTR in January. Temperatures average between 10ºC (50ºF) and 16ºC (61ºF) then.
Explore more of Greece
You've visited Santorini (Thira), now it's time to discover other parts of Greece. Travel about 225 kilometres north-west to Athens to tick off its must-visit sights. From Museum of the Centre for the Acropolis Studies to Acropolis of Athens and The Parthenon, there's plenty to keep you busy.
Larisa is another well-known destination in Greece and is around 451 kilometres north-west of Santorini (Thira). No trip is complete without experiencing Agioi Saranta, Saint George Orthodox Church and Second Ancient Theatre.