Flying from Atlanta to Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport (MAD): What you need to know
Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson International Airport (ATL) is Atlanta's main airport. Explore your options for reserving a flight from Atlanta to Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport (MAD) jetting off from here.
Take a direct Atlanta to Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport flight and you'll be travelling for an average of 8 hours 20 minutes.
The timezone in Madrid is UTC+1, which is six hours ahead of Atlanta. Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport is located in Madrid.
The most popular route is from Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson International Airport (ATL) to Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport (MAD). There are 6 direct services each week. Delta Air Lines operates a 6:45pm departure between ATL and MAD.
Leave enough time to catch your flight from Atlanta to MAD. Generally, it's best to arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Getting away during a peak time like March? High seasons (like spring break and Thanksgiving) can easily add another hour at security. Be extra safe and arrive up to four hours before an international flight and two hours before a domestic departure.
Airports in Atlanta
Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson International Airport (ATL)
Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson International Airport (ATL) makes it easy to travel directly to your destination. Nonstop flights from Atlanta to Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport (MAD) leave from this terminal.
You can travel on a direct flight from Atlanta to Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport with Delta Air Lines. This popular carrier operates services from ATL.
Most travellers choose to fly with Delta from ATL to MAD.
The carrier with the most reliable on-time performance on this route is Delta. Its services land as planned 65.85% of the time.
A stopover is the perfect opportunity to take a break from travelling and perhaps even tour another city. When browsing cheap flights from Atlanta to MAD departing from Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson International Airport (ATL), deselect the 'Direct flights only' box to get ideas for where to visit along the way. Popular options include:
Barcelona-El Prat Airport (BCN)
Philadelphia International Airport (PHL)
Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD)
The journey from central Atlanta to ATL takes around 20 minutes by public transport. If you ride-share, drive or grab a taxi, you'll cover the 16 kms (10 miles) in 20 minutes or so, depending on traffic.
Want an easy start to your trip? Stay near Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson International Airport. Whether you have an early flight from Atlanta to Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport or aren't a fan of being rushed, these hotels are the answer:
77% of flights that leave from Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson International Airport touch down at their destination on time.
You'll find ATL at 6000 N Terminal Parkway.
About Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport (MAD)
If you're arriving on a late flight from Atlanta to Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport, nothing tops the convenience of staying near the terminal. Grab your bags from the carousel and then be showered and resting not long after at one of these options near MAD:
Say yes to new adventures by picking up a Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Record Go, Goldcar or Click and Rent and experience the lesser-explored corners of Madrid and beyond.
Booking your vehicle around one week ahead of your Atlanta to Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport flight can help you get a cheaper deal.
Getting from Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport (MAD) to central Madrid
Central Madrid is around 13 kms (8 miles) from Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport and takes about 20 minutes to reach by car. See what your options are for getting into town, whether that's with a car hire, taxi or ride-share.
If you're using public transport, expect a journey of roughly 30 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Atlanta to Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport (MAD)
At the moment, £196 is the lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Atlanta to Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport. The cheapest price for a return flight is £412. Remember fares can change due to availability at the time of booking.
Book 11 months before flying. Pricing trends suggest that this is the ideal window for finding cheap flights from Atlanta to MAD.
The best month for picking up cheap Atlanta to Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport tickets is April. Use the 'Whole month' tool to compare flight prices, then choose the dates with the lowest fares.
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The best time to fly from Atlanta to Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport (MAD)
It's time to decide when to book your flight from Atlanta to Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport (MAD). June is the busiest month to visit Madrid. If you're all about a more relaxed kind of trip, think about going in January.
Before locking in your Atlanta to MAD plane ticket, consider the weather you're most comfortable in. July is the warmest month in Madrid, with temperatures ranging from 17ºC to 36ºC.
Search for cheap tickets from Atlanta to Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport in January if you'd rather travel when it's cooler. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 0ºC and 11ºC.
More about Madrid
Start your Madrid trip off on the right foot by choosing the ideal place to stay. After booking your flight from Atlanta to Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport, check out our range of hotels including:
There are so many things to do and see in this city, it can be tricky to work out where to start. Museo del Prado, Thyssen-Bornemisza National Museum and Plaza Mayor are popular attractions which should be on any well-planned Madrid itinerary.
Explore more of Spain
You've seen Madrid, now it's time to discover other corners of Spain. Travel around 274 kms (170 miles) northeast to Zaragoza to tick off its popular sights. From Plaza España to Plaza del Pilar and La Seo del Salvador, you'll have a packed itinerary ahead.
Around 193 kms (120 miles) west of Madrid, Salamanca is another favourite stop in Spain. Start your sightseeing at Catedral de Salamanca, Salamanca, Casco Historico and Plaza Mayor.