Travelling from Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport (MAD) to Liberia Airport (LIR): what you need to know
Liberia is seven hours behind Madrid and observes the UTC-6 timezone.
For a smooth journey, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This way, you can comfortably board your MAD to LIR flight.
You'll likely experience longer lines in popular months such as July. Arriving up to four hours in advance for international flights and two hours for a domestic departure is a smart move.
If you want to include a stop along the way, simply deselect 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport to Liberia Airport. Here are the top stopovers between MAD and LIR:
Juan Santamaria International Airport
Los Angeles International Airport
John F. Kennedy International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport (MAD) to Liberia Airport (LIR)
The cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport to Liberia Airport flight is £316. A return plane ticket is currently £601. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares may change.
Don't wait until the last minute. You're more likely to get cheap tickets from MAD to LIR if you book early. Airlines often have some excellent early bird deals.
The 'Whole month' search tool shows you the cheapest flights from Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport to Liberia Airport across every month. It's a good way to find a bargain if your travel plans aren't set in stone.
Picking up cheap flights from MAD to LIR is a cinch with Price Alerts. All you need to do is set up one of these automatic alerts and we'll notify you as soon as fares go down.
Find the perfect flight for you with the help of the filters. To see the 'Best,' 'Fastest' or 'Cheapest' flights from Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport to Liberia Airport, use the 'Sort by' tool. You can also filter by departure and arrival times, airline, and number of stops.
Handy information about Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport (MAD)
Of all flights departing from Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport, 78.23% arrive on time at their destination.
To reach Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport from central Madrid, it takes around 25 minutes by car. This depends on traffic though. It's approximately 11 miles from the airport to the city centre.
You can expect a trip time of about 35 minutes on public transport.
Catching an early flight from Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport to Liberia Airport? Avoid the stress of rushing to the airport (and sneak in some extra precious sleep) by picking one of these stays near MAD:
Arriving at Liberia Airport (LIR)
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 Liberia Airport flight. Stay at one of these accommodation options near LIR instead:
Hit the road running by picking up a Liberia Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Avis, Europcar or NU Car Rentals and experience the lesser-explored corners of Liberia and beyond.
To get the best deal, reserve your ride from Liberia Airport around two weeks before travelling.
Getting from Liberia Airport (LIR) to central Liberia
Liberia Airport is roughly 8 miles from the centre of Liberia. The drive time takes around 20 minutes.
When to fly to Liberia Airport (LIR)
It's time to pick your trip dates for your flight from Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport to Liberia Airport. January is the most popular month to head to Liberia. If you want a more relaxed vibe, go in May.
The warmest month in Liberia is April, with the temperature ranging between 22ºC (72ºF) and 35ºC (95ºF). Lock in your flights from Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport to Liberia Airport in this month if this is the kind of weather you like.
Look for cheap tickets from MAD to LIR in November if you'd rather travel during cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 21ºC (70ºF) and 30ºC (86ºF) on average.
Explore more of Costa Rica
You've visited Liberia, now it's time to explore other parts of Costa Rica. Journey around 100 miles south-east to San Jose to check off its popular sights. From Teatro Nacional Costa Rica to National Park (Parque Nacional) and Plaza de la Cultura, you'll have a packed itinerary ahead.
Around 170 miles east of Liberia, Limon is another favourite stop in Costa Rica. Experience major highlights starting with Veragua Rainforest Park, Playa Bonita and Cruise Pier Puerto Limon.
