Flying from Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport (MAD) to Vancouver: what you need to know
The timezone in Vancouver is UTC-8. The city is nine hours behind Madrid, where Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport is located.
For a relaxed start to your MAD to Vancouver flight, leave enough time to navigate the airport and find your gate. Turning up two hours ahead of international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the general travel rule.
During popular months like July, it's a good idea to get to the airport earlier than usual. Plan to arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead for an international flight when you travel during high season in general.
We make it simple to book plane tickets from MAD to Vancouver with a stopover. To see all your options, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Next, choose a flight offering a stop long enough to see the sights of your chosen city. Well-traveled stopover hubs include:
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MAD is around 13 kms (8 miles) from central Madrid. If you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a taxi from the centre, it'll take you 20 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic. If you're using public transport, expect the travel time to be around 30 minutes.
Want an easy start to your holiday? Stay near MAD. Whether you're taking an early flight from Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport to Vancouver or don't want departure day to feel hectic, these hotels are just the thing:
77% of flights leaving from Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport reach their destination on time.
How to find the cheapest flights from Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport (MAD) to Vancouver
£260 is currently the best price for a one-way Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport to Vancouver flight. A return plane ticket starts at £462. These prices may change depending on availability and demand.
Don't wait until the last moment. You're more likely to find cheap flights from MAD to Vancouver if you book early. Airlines often offer some fantastic early bird rates.
Scoring cheap tickets from Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport to Vancouver is more likely if you're flexible with your travel dates. Try using the 'Whole month' function to get the lowest fares across each month and land a sweet deal.
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Airports in Vancouver
Vancouver International Airport (YVR)
The distance from Vancouver International Airport (YVR) to central Vancouver is roughly 13 kms (8 miles). It'll take you around 25 minutes to reach the centre driving.
If you're travelling on public transport, expect a journey time of around 25 minutes.
Consider booking a hotel close to YVR if you have a late flight from Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport to Vancouver. Settle into one of these options and make your first night all about catching up on rest:
Lock in the best deal by reserving your ride from Vancouver International Airport around one week before your flight from MAD to Vancouver.
Vancouver Coal Harbour Seaplane Base (CXH)
Vancouver Coal Harbour Seaplane Base (CXH) is about 2 kms (1 mile) from the centre of Vancouver. Once you've hopped off your flight from Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport to Vancouver, it'll take you around 5 minutes to get to the heart of the city in a ride-share or taxi.
If you choose to travel on public transport, the ride to the centre will take you 10 minutes or so.
After stepping off your MAD to Vancouver flight, kick back at a hotel near CXH. These are some comfortable options that'll help you switch to relaxation mode:
Avoid filling out paperwork at the rental desk by having everything prearranged. Secure your ride from CXH ahead of time so you can simply grab the keys and be on your way.
Abbotsford International Airport (YXX)
Abbotsford International Airport (YXX) is around 72 kms (45 miles) from central Vancouver. It'll take you about 1 hour 20 minutes to reach the city centre by taxi or ride-share once you've hopped off your flight from Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport to Vancouver.
Public transport will get you there in about 2 hours 30 minutes.
If you don't want to travel into the centre, choose a hotel close to YXX. Make yourself comfy at one of these options after your MAD to Vancouver flight:
Plan ahead and get the perks. Book your vehicle from YXX one week before your flight from Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport to Vancouver for the best rates.
Best time to go to Vancouver
It's time to work out your trip dates for your flight from Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport to Vancouver. July is the busiest month to visit Vancouver. If you want a more low-key vibe, go in January.
When booking your Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport to Vancouver plane ticket, think about what kind of weather you prefer. August is the warmest month in Vancouver, with temperatures ranging from 13ºC to 24ºC.
February has average temperatures of between -2ºC and 10ºC. Search for a cheap ticket from MAD to Vancouver around that time if you want to travel when it's cooler.
More about Vancouver
When it comes to searching for somewhere to rest your head, you'll find the best stays in Vancouver right here. Explore these hotels as soon as you've booked your flight from Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport to Vancouver:
Stanley Park and Stanley Park Seawall are just a couple of the top attractions to add to your Vancouver travel itinerary. Keep the sightseeing going at Downtown Vancouver.
Explore more of Canada
Vancouver has loads to offer, but there are so many other parts of Canada you should also see. Around 274 kms (170 miles) east of Vancouver, a trip to Kelowna will keep you on the go. Start with popular sights like Okanagan Lake, The View Winery and Vineyard and Waterfront Park.
Around 257 kms (160 miles) northeast of Vancouver, Kamloops is another favourite stop in Canada. Experience this destination's highlights firsthand at St. Paul's Cathedral, Riverside Park and Dallas-Barnhartvale Nature Park.