Flying from San Antonio International Airport (SAT) to Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport (MAD): what you need to know
Madrid's timezone is UTC+1, making Madrid six hours ahead of San Antonio.
Get to the airport on time so you don't miss your SAT to MAD flight. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid a last-minute sprint to the gate.
Flying during a peak time like July? School holidays and other popular seasons can result in longer queues and delays at check-in and security. Play it safe and get there up to four hours before an international flight and two hours before a domestic departure.
Think about adding a stopover when booking your ticket from San Antonio International Airport to Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport. Simply deselect 'Direct flights only' to break up your journey, or maybe even explore a new city along the way. Here's where you can stop between SAT and MAD:
Philadelphia International Airport
Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport
Charlotte Douglas International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from San Antonio International Airport (SAT) to Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport (MAD)
The cheapest price we've seen for a one-way San Antonio International Airport to Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport flight is R 4,795. A round-trip ticket is currently R 9,236. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares can change.
To pick up cheap tickets from SAT to MAD, book ahead. Airlines typically offer their most competitively priced fares when flights are first released.
The 'Whole month' search function shows you the cheapest flights from San Antonio International Airport to Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport throughout the entire month. It's a great way to snap up a bargain if your travel dates aren't set in stone.
Cut down on the time spent looking for cheap flights from SAT to MAD by creating a Price Alert. You'll receive an email or notification on the app when a new discounted fare appears.
Select your ideal arrival and departure times, airlines and number of stops with the filters. Alternatively, sort your results by 'Cheapest' to get the best deals on flights from San Antonio International Airport to Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport.
Handy information about San Antonio International Airport (SAT)
SAT is located at 9800 Airport Boulevard.
San Antonio International Airport scores top marks for its on-time performance. 83.17% of flights that take off from SAT arrive at their destination on time.
San Antonio International Airport is about 19 kilometres from central San Antonio. If you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab from the centre, it'll take 20 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic.
Planning to catch public transport? You can expect a journey time of around 1 hour 30 minutes.
Get your travels off to a leisurely start by staying near SAT. Whether you're catching an early flight from San Antonio International Airport to Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport or just don't want to be rushed, these hotels are the answer:
Arriving at Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport (MAD)
The last thing you want is a long trip to your hotel if you're getting in late on a San Antonio International Airport to Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport flight. Reserve one of these accommodation options near MAD instead:
Go where the road takes you with an Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport rental car. Pick up your wheels from Record Go, Goldcar or Click and Rent and chase adventure across Madrid and beyond.
To lock in the lowest price, book your ride from Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport around one week before travelling.
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 by car.
It takes roughly 35 minutes to get there by public transport.
When to fly to Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport (MAD)
The quietest month for a flight from San Antonio International Airport to Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport is April, while July is the most popular. Pick the best time to visit Madrid based on whether you prefer a more fast-paced or easygoing experience.
Lock in your flight from San Antonio International Airport to Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport for July if you'd like to visit Madrid during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 17ºC (63ºF) and 36ºC (97ºF).
Search for cheap tickets from SAT to MAD in January if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 0ºC (32ºF) and 11ºC (52ºF) on average.
Explore more of Spain
You've seen Madrid, now it's time to discover other parts of Spain. Travel around 274 kilometres north-east to Zaragoza to check off its leading sights. From Puente de Piedra to Museo Pablo Gargallo and El Tubo, there's plenty to keep you busy.
Around 177 kilometres west of Madrid, Salamanca is another favourite stop in Spain. Get a taste of what this destination has to offer at Plaza Mayor, S.O.U. Servicio de Orientación al Universitario. Universidad de Salamanca and Pontifical University of Salamanca.
