Flying from Philadelphia International Airport (PHL) to Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport (MAD): what you need to know
The average duration of a direct flight from Philadelphia International Airport to Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport is 7 hours 15 minutes.
The timezone in Madrid is UTC+1, which is five hours ahead of Philadelphia.
Every week, there are ten Philadelphia International Airport to Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport flights. If you prefer to jet off early, go for the 18:45 American Airlines flight. If you're eager to make the most of your time before flying, the latest flight is at 20:55 with American Airlines.
Arrive at the airport on time so you don't miss your PHL to MAD flight. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid any last-minute rush.
During popular months such as August, it's a good idea to get to the airport well in advance. Plan to arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead of international flights whenever you're travelling during peak periods in general.
Getting to Madrid (and then exploring more of Spain!) is a breeze with American Airlines. This popular airline has direct flights from Philadelphia International Airport to Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport.
American Airlines is the airline with the highest passenger demand for this route.
American Airlines is the most punctual carrier operating PHL to MAD flights, with 76.27% of its services reaching their destination on time.
If you want to split up your journey, simply deselect 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Philadelphia International Airport to Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport. Here are the top stopovers between PHL and MAD:
Lisbon Portela Airport
Logan International Airport
London Heathrow Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Philadelphia International Airport (PHL) to Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport (MAD)
At the moment, R 3,996 is the cheapest price we've found for a one-way Philadelphia International Airport to Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport flight. The best price for a return ticket is R 9,055. Keep in mind that fares may change due to availability when booking.
Score cheap tickets from PHL to MAD by booking seven months ahead. According to our research, that's the sweet spot for finding the biggest deals.
The cheapest month for flights from Philadelphia International Airport to Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport is June. Use the 'Whole month' tool to find the lowest airfares if you have flexible dates.
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Handy information about Philadelphia International Airport (PHL)
You'll find PHL at Industrial Highway and Island Road.
78.93% of flights that take off from Philadelphia International Airport arrive at their destination on schedule.
To get to Philadelphia International Airport from central Philadelphia, it'll take about 15 minutes if you're travelling by car. This depends on traffic though. It's approximately 19 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
Catching public transport? Expect a trip time of around 45 minutes.
Looking for a handy hotel near PHL? If you're catching an early flight from Philadelphia International Airport to Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport, these stays will put you moments from check-in:
Arriving at Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport (MAD)
The last thing you need is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're landing late on a Philadelphia International Airport to Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport flight. Book one of these accommodation options near MAD instead:
Explore without limits with an Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport rental car. Pick up your wheels from Record Go, Goldcar or Click and Rent and venture far and wide through Madrid and beyond.
Booking your vehicle from Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport about one week ahead can help you get the lowest rate.
Getting from Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport (MAD) to central Madrid
From Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport, Madrid is approximately 18 kilometres away. It takes around 25 minutes to reach the centre driving.
It'll take around 35 minutes if you're travelling on public transport.
When to fly to Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport (MAD)
It's time to plan your trip dates for your flight from Philadelphia International Airport to Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport. July is the most popular month to head to Madrid. If you want a more low-key vibe, go in April.
The warmest month in Madrid is July, with the temperature ranging between 17ºC (63ºF) and 36ºC (97ºF). Book your flights from Philadelphia International Airport to Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport in this month if this is the kind of weather you like.
Look for cheap tickets from PHL to MAD in January if you'd rather travel during cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 0ºC (32ºF) and 11ºC (52ºF) on average.
Explore more of Spain
Zaragoza is just one of the many cities in Spain waiting to be discovered after you've seen Madrid. Around 274 kilometres away to the north-east, well-known attractions include Puente de Piedra, Museo Pablo Gargallo and El Tubo.
Around 177 kilometres west of Madrid, Salamanca is another favourite stop in Spain. No visit is complete without checking out Plaza Mayor, S.O.U. Servicio de Orientación al Universitario. Universidad de Salamanca and Pontifical University of Salamanca.
