Flying from Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport (MAD) to Ronald Reagan National Airport (DCA): what you need to know
If you're traveling during a peak month like July, arrive at the terminal even earlier. You'll want to arrive up to four hours before an international flight and two hours ahead of a domestic departure. Security lines will be longer during peak periods like summer and spring break.
If you want to have a stopover for your flight from Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport to Ronald Reagan National Airport, just uncheck 'Direct flights only' and look at all your options. These are the most popular stopovers between MAD and DCA:
Philadelphia International Airport
John F. Kennedy International Airport
Pearson International Airport
To see if you need a visa to enter United States, check with your carrier and the local embassy or consulate. They'll have the latest information, including other paperwork you may need after booking your cheap ticket from MAD to DCA.
How to find the cheapest flights from Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport (MAD) to Ronald Reagan National Airport (DCA)
The best price we've found for a one-way ticket from Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport to Ronald Reagan National Airport is C$508. The cheapest price for a return flight is C$907. Keep in mind that fares can change due to demand at the time of booking.
To score cheap flight tickets from MAD to DCA, book as early as possible. Airlines usually offer their best fares when flights are first made available.
Getting cheap flight tickets from Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport to Ronald Reagan National Airport is easier if you can be flexible with your travel dates. Try using the 'Whole month' tool to see the best prices across each month and land a great deal.
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Handy information about Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport (MAD)
The journey from central Madrid to Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport takes approximately 37 minutes on public transport. If you ride-share, drive or grab a cab, you'll cover the 18 kilometres in 26 minutes or so, depending on traffic conditions.
Have an early flight from Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport to Ronald Reagan National Airport? Avoid the last-minute rush to the airport (and sneak in some extra snooze time) by picking one of these stays close to MAD:
Arriving at Ronald Reagan National Airport (DCA)
If you're coming in on a late flight from Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport to Ronald Reagan National Airport, nothing beats the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Grab your suitcases from the carousel and then be showered and resting soon after at one of these options near DCA:
Getting from Ronald Reagan National Airport (DCA) to central Washington DC
From Ronald Reagan National Airport, Washington DC is approximately 8 kilometres away. It takes around 16 minutes to reach the center driving.
If you're using public transport, expect a journey of about 43 minutes.
When to fly to Ronald Reagan National Airport (DCA)
It's time to choose your dates for your flight from Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport to Ronald Reagan National Airport. July is the busiest month to visit Washington DC. If you want a more peaceful vibe, go in May.
The warmest month in Washington DC is July, with the temperature ranging between 19ºC and 33ºC. Lock in your flights from Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport to Ronald Reagan National Airport in this month if this is the type of weather you like.
If you'd rather travel in cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from MAD to DCA in January. Temperatures average between -6ºC and 10ºC then.
More about Washington DC
Once you've booked your flights from MAD to DCA, you'll need to find somewhere to stay in Washington DC. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring this city:
White House Historical Association and The White House are a couple of major attractions to put on your Washington DC to-do list. Keep the sightseeing going at National Mall.
Washington DC has a number of international airports to choose from. Check out your options for jetting in or out of Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD) and Baltimore/Wash International Thurgood Marshall Airport (BWI).
Complete your Washington DC trip with hotels and a car rental
We've got more party tricks than just comparing flights. Once you've secured your cheap ticket to Ronald Reagan National Airport, check out our great car rental deals that'll give you the flexibility to travel around at your own pace. Next, have a look at our exclusive rates for hotels to find the ideal Washington DC stay.