Flying from Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport (MAD) to Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS): what you need to know
A direct flight from Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport to Amsterdam Airport Schiphol takes 2 hours 38 minutes (on average). Amsterdam's timezone is UTC+1 — identical to Madrid.
Flights from Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport to Amsterdam Airport Schiphol start from 06:00 — the first with KLM. The last departure is the 20:50 service with KLM. Overall, you can take your pick of 107 weekly services between MAD and AMS.
You'll likely experience longer lines in popular months such as July and other peak periods. Arriving up to fours hours ahead of an international flight and two hours for a domestic departure is a smart move.
You'll find a number of airlines offering direct flights from Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport to Amsterdam Airport Schiphol. When you're ready to kick off your Amsterdam vacation and explore this part of Netherlands, these leading carriers service the MAD to AMS route:
If you'd like to break up your flight from Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport to Amsterdam Airport Schiphol, add a stopover to your trip. Simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' to find a city that catches your eye. Popular stopovers on the MAD - AMS route include:
Bilbao Airport
Barcelona-El Prat Airport
Toulouse-Blagnac Airport
Don't forget, you may need a visa to enter Netherlands. Visa requirements can differ and travel documentation requirements change frequently. Before organizing your cheap ticket from MAD to AMS, check with your carrier and your destination country's local embassy or consulate for the most up-to-date information.
How to find the cheapest flights from Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport (MAD) to Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS)
The best price we've found for a one-way ticket from Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport to Amsterdam Airport Schiphol is C$36. The cheapest price for a return flight is C$179. Keep in mind that fares may change due to demand when booking.
To get cheap flight tickets from MAD to AMS, reserve your journey 4 months before your departure date.
Schedule your trip for December. That's the cheapest month for flight tickets from Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport to Amsterdam Airport Schiphol. If you have flexibility with your dates, use the 'Whole month' tool to see the lowest price across each month.
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Handy information about Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport (MAD)
Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport is about 18 kilometres from central Madrid. If you're ride-sharing, driving or catching a cab from the center, it'll take 26 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic conditions. If you're taking public transport, expect the journey time to be approximately 37 minutes.
Booked an early flight from Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport to Amsterdam Airport Schiphol? Avoid rushing to the airport (and sneak in some extra precious sleep) by choosing one of these stays close to MAD:
Arriving at Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS)
The last thing you need is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're landing late on a flight from Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport to Amsterdam Airport Schiphol. Book one of these accommodation options near AMS instead:
Getting from Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS) to central Amsterdam
Amsterdam Airport Schiphol to the center of Amsterdam takes about 23 minutes by car. It's approximately 23 kilometres away. Find out what options are available, such as car rentals, cabs or ride-sharing services.
If you're taking public transport, expect a journey of around 1 hour and 3 minutes.
When to fly to Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS)
It's time to work out your trip dates for your flight from Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport to Amsterdam Airport Schiphol. June is the most popular month to visit Amsterdam. If you want a more low-key vibe, go in February.
Lock in your flight from Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport to Amsterdam Airport Schiphol for August if you want to explore Amsterdam during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures of between 14ºC and 24ºC.
February sees average temperatures of between 0ºC and 9ºC. Search for cheap flight tickets from MAD to AMS sometime around then if you'd rather travel in cooler conditions.
More about Amsterdam
As soon as you've booked your flights from MAD to AMS, you'll need to find somewhere to stay in Amsterdam. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring this exciting city:
Anne Frank House and Van Gogh Museum are just a couple of the big attractions to put on your Amsterdam to-do list. Keep the sightseeing going at Rijksmuseum.
Complete your Amsterdam trip with hotels and a car rental
Comparing flights is not the only thing we're good at. Once you've secured your cheap ticket to Amsterdam Airport Schiphol, browse our great car rental offers that'll give you the flexibility to travel around at your own pace. Then, take a look at our exclusive rates for hotels to find your perfect Amsterdam stay.
