Flying from Bucharest to Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport (MAD): what you need to know
Planning your vacation begins with working out where you'll fly out of in Bucharest. Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport (OTP) is the city's main airport, so check out your options for booking a flight from Bucharest to Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport (MAD) departing from here.
Approximately 4 hours 6 minutes is how long you'll be travelling on a direct flight from Bucharest to Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport.
Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport is located in Madrid. The city operates in the UTC+1 timezone and is 1 hour behind Bucharest.
Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport (OTP) to Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport (MAD) is the most popular route. There are 30 direct weekly flights to pick from. If you prefer a later start to the day, take the last flight with Ryanair at 22:20. Choose the first OTP to MAD departure with Wizz Air Malta at 05:50 if you want to get going earlier.
For stress-free travel, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This will give you enough time to catch your flight from Bucharest to MAD.
During popular months such as July, it's a good idea to get to the airport earlier. Arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead for an international flight whenever you're flying during high season in general.
Airports in Bucharest
Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport (OTP)
You can jump on a direct flight from Bucharest to Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport (MAD) out of Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport (OTP).
At OTP, you can choose from various carriers operating direct flights from Bucharest to Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport, including:
Consider adding a stopover to potentially save money on your flight from Bucharest to MAD. Just deselect 'Direct flights only' when searching for departures from Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport (OTP). Break up the journey at one of these airports:
Malaga Airport (AGP)
Franz Josef Strauss Airport (MUC)
Brussels Airport (BRU)
OTP is about 21 kilometres from central Bucharest. If you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab from the centre, it'll take 34 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic conditions. If you're taking public transport, expect the journey time to be around 1 hour and 36 minutes.
Want a leisurely start to your vacation? Stay near Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport. Whether you're catching an early flight from Bucharest to Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport or want to avoid feeling rushed, these hotels are the answer:
About Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport (MAD)
The last thing you need is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on a flight from Bucharest to Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport. Reserve one of these accommodation options near MAD instead:
Getting from Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport (MAD) to central Madrid
Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport to central Madrid takes around 26 minutes in a car. It's approximately 18 kilometres away. Discover what options are available, such as car rentals, cabs or ride-sharing services.
If you're using public transport, expect a journey time of roughly 37 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Bucharest to Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport (MAD)
For a one-way ticket from Bucharest to Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport, C$35 is the best price we've seen. You can also book a return flight starting from C$79. These are currently the lowest fares but could change depending on availability.
8 months is how far you'll want to book ahead to score flight tickets from Bucharest to MAD.
May is the cheapest month for tickets from Bucharest to Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport. If you're looking to travel during a different time of year, use the 'Whole month' search feature to see the lowest prices for every month.
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The best time to fly from Bucharest to Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport (MAD)
July is the busiest month for flights from Bucharest to Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport. To escape the crowds, plan your trip to Madrid in April when things are quieter.
Book your flight from Bucharest to MAD for July if you're eager to explore the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures in Madrid to range from 17ºC to 36ºC.
Visit in January for cooler conditions. Temperatures average between 0ºC and 11ºC. However, this destination promises a good time whenever you book your cheap flights from Bucharest to Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport.
More about Madrid
Start your Madrid trip right by choosing the perfect place to stay. As soon as you've booked your flight from Bucharest to Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport, check out our selection of hotels including:
There are so many things to do and see in this city it can be hard to work out where to start. El Retiro Park, Puerta del Sol and Plaza Mayor are leading attractions which should be on any good Madrid itinerary.
Complete your Madrid trip with a car rental
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