Flying from Shannon Airport (SNN) to Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport (MAD): what you need to know
Madrid is one hour ahead of Shannon and observes the UTC+1 timezone.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are tried-and-true travel tips. Be at the airport with enough time to board your SNN to MAD flight.
During popular months like August, you'll want to get to the airport even earlier. Plan to arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead for international flights when you fly during a high season in general.
Think about adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Shannon Airport to Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport. Simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' to break up your trip, or maybe even explore a new city along the way. Here's where you can stop between SNN and MAD:
Stansted Airport
Palma de Mallorca Airport
Porto Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Shannon Airport (SNN) to Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport (MAD)
The lowest price we've seen for a one-way Shannon Airport to Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport flight is R 335. A return ticket is currently R 768. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares can change.
Don't leave everything to the last moment. You're more likely to find cheap tickets from SNN to MAD if you book ahead. Airlines often offer some terrific early bird deals.
If you're flexible with your trip dates, use the 'Whole month' search tool. It'll give you the cheapest price across the month when searching for a flight from Shannon Airport to Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport.
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Choose your preferred arrival and departure times, number of stops and airlines with the filters. Alternatively, sort your results by 'Cheapest' to see the best deals on flights from Shannon Airport to Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport.
Handy information about Shannon Airport (SNN)
Of the departures from Shannon Airport, 66.14% arrive as scheduled at their destination.
Shannon Airport is about 5 kilometres from central Shannon. If you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving from the centre, it'll take you 5 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic.
Taking public transport? Expect a trip time of around 10 minutes.
Looking for a convenient hotel near SNN? If you've booked an early flight from Shannon Airport to Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport, these accommodation options will put you moments from your departure gate:
Arriving at Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport (MAD)
The last thing you want is a long trip to your hotel if you're arriving on a late Shannon Airport to Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport flight. Reserve one of these accommodation options near MAD instead:
Grab an Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport rental car and explore Madrid and beyond with your own wheels. Record Go, Goldcar and Click and Rent are popular outlets you can book with here.
Lock in the lowest price by booking your ride from Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport about one week in advance of your trip.
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 drive to the centre.
Travelling to the centre by public transport takes roughly 35 minutes.
When to fly to Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport (MAD)
The quietest month for a flight from Shannon Airport to Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport is April, while July is the busiest. Choose the best time to visit Madrid based on whether you prefer a more fast-paced or easygoing experience.
When booking your flight from Shannon Airport to Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport, consider the kind of weather you enjoy. July is the warmest month in Madrid, with temperatures ranging from 17ºC (63ºF) to 36ºC (97ºF).
If you'd rather travel in cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from SNN to MAD in January. Temperatures average between 0ºC (32ºF) and 11ºC (52ºF) then.
Explore more of Spain
Zaragoza is just one of the many places in Spain waiting to be discovered once you've seen Madrid. Around 274 kilometres away to the north-east, check out popular attractions including Puente de Piedra, Museo Pablo Gargallo and El Tubo.
If you're looking to explore another great destination in Spain, consider Salamanca, roughly 177 kilometres west of Madrid. Plaza Mayor, S.O.U. Servicio de Orientación al Universitario. Universidad de Salamanca and Pontifical University of Salamanca are highlights.