Madrid Barajas Airport
General information
Where is Madrid Barajas Airport?
Madrid has 3.2 million inhabitants, the largest airport in Spain is located on the outskirts of Madrid, northeast of its centre. The airport was given the name Adolfo Suárez Madrid Barajas Airport in 2014, in tribute to Spain’s first democratically elected prime minister. Madrid Barajas Airport consists of five terminals: T1, T2, T3, T4 and T4S. T4 and T4S are situated at some distance from T1, T2 and T3, travellers can take shuttle buses between the terminals. Satelitte Terminal T4S is accessible by automatic people mover from Terminal T4, the underground train ride takes just 3 minutes.
Location
Airport Map
Transportation
Car
The distance from Madrid Barajas Airport to the centre of Madrid is 17 kilometres. By car, it takes 25 minutes to get to the centre of Madrid.
From MAD Airport to Madrid City centre by Car
Public transport
It is possible to travel to and from Madrid Barajas Airport by public transport. Visit the Madrid Barajas Airport transportation page for the possibilities.
Bus services
You can also choose for an airport express bus service at Madrid Barajas Airport. Learn more about your travel options, travel time and where to buy tickets.
Taxi transfer
A taxi is the quickest and most comfortable way to get to and from Madrid Barajas Airport. The price for a taxi ride from the airport to the centre of Madrid is about € 30.-. Book your taxi at Madrid Barajas Airport and discover the comfort of pre-booked taxis.
From MAD Airport to Madrid City centre by Taxi
Car rental
At Madrid Barajas Airport you can rent a car from car rental companies Avis, Europcar, Hertz, Enterprise, Budget, Sixt and local providers. It is most convenient to find and book a car well in advance. By doing so, you can save money and time at the airport.
Airport parking
Madrid Barajas Airport offers various official parking options, from premium to low cost. In addition, alternative parking options are available near the airport. If you want to park as cheaply as possible, it's wise to book online!
At the airport
Do you want more information about facilities, currency exchange, services, free Wi-Fi, lounges, etc. at Madrid Barajas Airport? Check our at the airport page for a complete overview of all facilities and services at Madrid Barajas Airport.
Flights
Departures and arrivals
Looking for departure times and/or arrival times? Find the latest flight status information for flights departing from and arriving at Madrid Barajas Airport.
Flight tickets
Looking for a cheap flight? Use our flight search engine to find and book cheap flights from and to the airport.
Which airlines fly from and to Madrid Barajas Airport?
We offer you a list of airlines at Madrid Barajas Airport. The main airlines at the airport are:
- Iberia (IB)
- Air Europa (UX)
- Ryanair (FR)
- Norwegian (DY)
- Iberia Express (I2)
Accommodations
Hotels near the airport
Looking for the best hotels near Madrid Barajas Airport? We have selected the best hotels near the airport in different price ranges. Take a look at our accommodations page for more information.
Hotels in Madrid
Looking for the best hotels in Madrid? We have selected the best hotels in the city in different price ranges. Take a look at our accommodations page for more information.
Things to do
It is possible to book tickets, activities and tours in the city and near Madrid Barajas Airport. You can avoid queues and save money by buying your tickets online. Planning a trip and wondering what to do, we give you some inspiration!
Madrid City Tour (Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour)
Hop on board this open-top double-decker bus for a comprehensive sightseeing tour of Madrid. On these 2 comprehensive routes you will see everything from historical sites like the Royal Palace to modern skyscrapers, with the option of a 1 or 2-day pass.