Flying from Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport (MAD) to Buenos Aires: what you need to know
The timezone in Buenos Aires is UTC-3. The city is 4 hours behind Madrid, where Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport is located.
With 132 weekly flights between the two airports, Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport (MAD) to Ministro Pistarini Airport (EZE) is the most popular route. Aerolineas Argentinas operates the earliest flight at 08:30. If you're eager to get more out of your day before taking off, the last flight from MAD to EZE is with Iberia at 23:59.
Leave plenty of time to get on your flight from MAD to Buenos Aires. A good rule of thumb is to arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
You can expect longer queues during popular months like July and other peak seasons. Arriving up to fours hours ahead of international flights and two hours for a domestic departure will give you plenty of time for security and boarding.
You can book a nonstop flight from Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport to Buenos Aires that lands at Ministro Pistarini Airport (EZE).
You'll have your choice of airlines that operate direct flights from Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport to Buenos Aires. Get on board with any of these:
A stopover is the perfect opportunity to take a break from travelling — and possibly even visit a new city. When searching for flights from MAD to Buenos Aires, uncheck the 'Direct flights only' box to see where you can stop along the way. Popular options include:
Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport (GIG)
Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport (GRU)
Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG)
You can travel to Argentina for tourism purposes without a visa if you have a passport from Spain. But before booking your flight tickets from Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport to Buenos Aires, make sure you have the most up-to-date information. Visa rules can change, and you may need some travel documentation if your trip is for business or another reason.
MAD is around 18 kilometres from central Madrid. If you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving from the centre, it'll take 26 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic conditions. If you're using public transport, expect the journey time to be approximately 37 minutes.
In search of a convenient hotel close to MAD? If you're boarding an early flight from Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport to Buenos Aires, these stays will have you sleeping moments from your check-in counter:
How to find the cheapest flights from Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport (MAD) to Buenos Aires
The lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport to Buenos Aires is C$518. The cheapest price for a return flight is C$809. Keep in mind fares may change due to availability at the time of booking.
To score cheap tickets from MAD to Buenos Aires, reserve your trip 8 months ahead of the departure date.
April is the cheapest month for tickets from Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport to Buenos Aires. If you'd like to travel at a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will show you the lowest prices across every month.
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Airports in Buenos Aires
Jorge Newbery Airport (AEP)
Jorge Newbery Airport (AEP) to central Buenos Aires is approximately 14 kilometres. It'll take you around 20 minutes to reach the centre driving.
It typically takes 38 minutes if you're using public transport.
If you're coming in on a late flight from Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport to Buenos Aires, nothing beats the convenience of staying near the terminal. Grab your suitcases from the carousel and then be showered and sleeping not long after at one of these hotels near AEP:
Ministro Pistarini Airport (EZE)
Ministro Pistarini Airport (EZE) is roughly 32 kilometres from the centre of Buenos Aires. Following your flight from Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport to Buenos Aires, it'll take you around 36 minutes to reach the heart of the city in a cab or ride-share.
The journey will take about 2 hours and 8 minutes on public transport.
After your flight from MAD to Buenos Aires, rest your head at a hotel close to EZE. These are some comfortable accommodation options that'll help you switch to relaxation mode:
Best time to go to Buenos Aires
It's time to choose your travel dates for your flight from Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport to Buenos Aires. August is the most popular month to travel to Buenos Aires. If you want a more peaceful vibe, go in April.
When booking your flight from Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport to Buenos Aires, think about the kind of weather you enjoy. January is the warmest month in Buenos Aires, with the temperature ranging from 19ºC to 31ºC.
If you like cooler conditions, look for a cheap flight from MAD to Buenos Aires in July when temperatures average between 5ºC and 15ºC.
More about Buenos Aires
After locking in your flight from Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport to Buenos Aires, think about where to rest your head in this city. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring Buenos Aires:
There are so many things to see and do in this city it can be tricky to know where to begin. Obelisco de Buenos Aires, Recoleta Cemetery and Casa Rosada are major attractions which should be on every Buenos Aires itinerary.
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