Flying from Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport (MAD) to Ernesto Cortissoz International Airport (BAQ): what you need to know
Barranquilla's timezone is UTC-5, making Barranquilla six hours behind Madrid.
Your MAD to BAQ flight won't wait if you're running late, so show up at the airport on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead when you're travelling internationally.
During popular months such as July, it's best to get to the airport earlier than normal. Plan to arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead for an international flight whenever you're flying during a high season in general.
We make it easy to book a flight with a stopover. To see all your options for tickets from Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport to Ernesto Cortissoz International Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, pick a flight that has a stop long enough to tour the city of your choice. Some great stopovers between MAD and BAQ include:
El Dorado International Airport
Jose Maria Cordova International Airport
Miami International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport (MAD) to Ernesto Cortissoz International Airport (BAQ)
£264 is currently the lowest price for a one-way Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport to Ernesto Cortissoz International Airport flight. Return flights start at £584. These fares can change based on demand and availability.
To score cheap tickets from MAD to BAQ, book in advance. Airlines tend to offer their most competitively priced fares when flights are first made available.
The 'Whole month' search tool shows you the cheapest flights from Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport to Ernesto Cortissoz International Airport across every month. It's a great way to snap up a bargain if your trip dates are flexible.
You won't have to check every day to find out if fares have gone down when you set up a Price Alert. We'll notify you the moment a special offer becomes available on cheap flights from MAD to BAQ.
Find the ideal flight for you by using the filters. To see the 'Cheapest,' 'Fastest' or 'Best' flights from Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport to Ernesto Cortissoz International Airport, use the 'Sort by' tool. You can also filter by airline, departure and arrival times, and journey duration.
Handy information about Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport (MAD)
When it comes to the on-time performance of Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport, data shows 78.23% of flights arrive within the expected timeframe.
Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport is around 11 miles from central Madrid. If you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving from the centre, it'll take 25 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic.
The trip on public transport will take about 35 minutes.
Booked an early flight from Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport to Ernesto Cortissoz International Airport? Avoid rushing to the terminal (and sneak in some extra snooze time) by picking one of these stays close to MAD:
Arriving at Ernesto Cortissoz International Airport (BAQ)
The last thing you want is a lengthy trip to your hotel if you're arriving on a late Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport to Ernesto Cortissoz International Airport flight. Book one of these accommodation options near BAQ instead:
Get your adventure underway by picking up an Ernesto Cortissoz International Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Localiza, Green Motion or Alamo and explore beyond Barranquilla's main sights.
Lock in the best deal by booking your ride from Ernesto Cortissoz International Airport about three weeks ahead of your trip.
Getting from Ernesto Cortissoz International Airport (BAQ) to central Barranquilla
Ernesto Cortissoz International Airport is roughly 11 miles from the centre of Barranquilla. The drive time takes around 40 minutes.
When to fly to Ernesto Cortissoz International Airport (BAQ)
It's time to pick your travel dates for your flight from Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport to Ernesto Cortissoz International Airport. August is the busiest month to head to Barranquilla. If you like a more low-key vibe, go in April.
The warmest month in Barranquilla is April, with the temperature ranging between 24ºC (75ºF) and 32ºC (90ºF). Book your flights from Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport to Ernesto Cortissoz International Airport in this month if this is the type of weather you like.
If you like travelling in cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from MAD to BAQ in January. Temperatures average between 23ºC (73ºF) and 33ºC (91ºF) then.
Explore more of Colombia
You've done Barranquilla, now it's time to discover other parts of Colombia. Journey about 60 miles south-west to Cartagena to tick off its top sights. From Walled City of Cartagena to Museo del Oro Zenu and La Popa Monastery, your itinerary will be busy.
Cucuta is another standout destination in Colombia and is around 270 miles south-east of Barranquilla. No journey is complete without seeing Plaza Parque Santander, Malecon and Brinki's DYSANTY.