Flying from Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD) to Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport (MAD): what you need to know
Around 7 hours 45 minutes is how long you can expect to be in the air on a direct flight from Washington Dulles International Airport to Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport.
The timezone in Madrid is UTC+1, which is five hours ahead of Washington DC.
Flights from IAD to MAD start at 16:50 — the earliest with Iberia. The last service of the day is at 20:45 with Iberia. In total, you can take your pick of 12 weekly Washington Dulles International Airport to Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport flights.
To ensure you catch your IAD to MAD flight, leave enough time for things like baggage drop and finding your gate. Turning up two hours before international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the general rule.
Travelling during a peak month like April? Major public holidays and other popular seasons can result in longer queues and delays at check-in and security. Play it safe and get there up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
Iberia offers direct flights from Washington Dulles International Airport to Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport. Book with this popular airline, then get ready to tick off the sights in Madrid — and maybe even more of Spain if you have time.
The majority of travellers choose to travel with Iberia on this route.
The carrier with the top on-time arrival rate for IAD to MAD flights is United Airlines.
Consider adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Washington Dulles International Airport to Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport. Simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' to break up your trip, or enjoy a detour to a new and interesting place. Check out these options between IAD and MAD:
Lisbon Portela Airport
London Heathrow Airport
Dublin Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD) to Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport (MAD)
The cheapest price we've found for a one-way Washington Dulles International Airport to Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport flight is C$298. A round-trip plane ticket right now is C$524. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares could change.
Book 11 months before flying. After crunching the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you should book ahead to secure cheap tickets from IAD to MAD.
The cheapest month for flights from Washington Dulles International Airport to Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport is October. Use the 'Whole month' tool to find the lowest prices if you have a flexible schedule.
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Handy information about Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD)
IAD's address is 1 Saarinen Circle.
Of the flights that depart from Washington Dulles International Airport, 74.39% arrive on time at their destination.
Central Washington DC to Washington Dulles International Airport is approximately 56 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take about 50 minutes to get there if you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving.
The journey on public transport takes about 3 hours 25 minutes.
Have an early flight from Washington Dulles International Airport to Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport? Avoid the last-minute rush to the terminal (and sneak in some extra snooze time) by choosing one of these hotels close to IAD:
Arriving at Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport (MAD)
If you're coming in on a late Washington Dulles International Airport to Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport flight, few things top the convenience of staying near the terminal. Grab your bags from the carousel and then be showered and resting shortly after at one of these options near MAD:
Get on the fast track to adventure by picking up an Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Record Go, Goldcar or Click and Rent and explore beyond Madrid's main sights.
To lock in the lowest price, book your ride from Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport about one week before you set off.
Getting from Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport (MAD) to central Madrid
From Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport, Madrid is approximately 18 kilometres away. It takes around 25 minutes to reach the centre driving.
If you're using public transport, expect a journey time of around 35 minutes.
When to fly to Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport (MAD)
July is the most popular month for flights from Washington Dulles International Airport to Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport. To avoid the crowds, visit Madrid in April.
The warmest month in Madrid is July, with the temperature ranging between 17ºC (63ºF) and 36ºC (97ºF). Lock in your flights from Washington Dulles International Airport to Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport in this month if you like this kind of weather.
If you want cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from IAD to MAD in January. Temperatures average between 0ºC (32ºF) and 11ºC (52ºF) then.
Explore more of Spain
Madrid has plenty to offer, but there are so many other parts of Spain waiting to be explored. Around 274 kilometres north-east of Madrid, a visit to Zaragoza will keep you on the go. Start with attractions like Puente de Piedra, Museo Pablo Gargallo and El Tubo.
Around 177 kilometres west of Madrid, Salamanca is another essential stop in Spain. Experience the best of this destination with a visit to Plaza Mayor, S.O.U. Servicio de Orientación al Universitario. Universidad de Salamanca and Pontifical University of Salamanca.
