Flying from Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport (MAD) to Granada Airport (GRX): what you need to know
A direct flight from Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport to Granada Airport takes 1 hour 14 minutes (on average). Granada's timezone is UTC+1 — identical to Madrid.
You can choose from 177 weekly flights from Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport to Granada Airport. The 06:30 departure with Iberia is the earliest flight you can take from MAD to GRX. Iberia operates the last service of the day at 21:40.
During popular months like July, it's best to get to the airport well in advance. Plan to arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead of international flights when you fly during a peak period in general.
Visiting Granada (and then exploring more of Spain!) is a breeze with Iberia. This popular carrier runs direct flights from Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport to Granada Airport.
If you want to break up your flight from Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport to Granada Airport, think about adding a stopover. Simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' to find a city that appeals to you. Popular stopovers on the MAD - GRX route are:
Melilla Airport
Barcelona-El Prat Airport
Palma de Mallorca Airport
You won't need your passport or a visa for travel within Spain. You will need a valid identity document though, like a driver's license or an ID card. Make sure they're on your packing list once you've got your cheap ticket from MAD to GRX.
How to find the cheapest flights from Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport (MAD) to Granada Airport (GRX)
The lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport to Granada Airport is C$51. For a return flight on this route, the best price is C$80. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares can change.
Book 9 months before traveling. After crunching the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you'll want to book ahead to secure cheap flight tickets from MAD to GRX.
The cheapest month for flight tickets from Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport to Granada Airport is May. Use the 'Whole month' tool to find the lowest airfares if you have flexible travel dates.
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Handy information about Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport (MAD)
Located around 18 kilometres from the center of Madrid, Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport can be reached in about 26 minutes by car, depending on traffic. The journey by public transport takes roughly 37 minutes.
Have an early flight from Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport to Granada Airport? Avoid the last-minute rush to the terminal (and get some extra shut-eye) by choosing one of these hotels close to MAD:
Arriving at Granada Airport (GRX)
If you have a late flight from Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport to Granada Airport, nothing tops the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Pick up your bags from the carousel and then be showered and relaxing soon after at one of these hotels near GRX:
Getting from Granada Airport (GRX) to central Granada
From Granada Airport, Granada is approximately 19 kilometres away. It takes around 26 minutes to reach the center driving.
It takes roughly 55 minutes if you're traveling by public transport.
When to fly to Granada Airport (GRX)
July is the busiest month for flights from Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport to Granada Airport. To steer clear of the crowds, visit Granada in April.
The warmest month in Granada is July, with temperatures ranging between 14ºC and 28ºC. Book your flights from Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport to Granada Airport in this month if this is the type of weather you like.
For cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from MAD to GRX in January. Average temperatures are between -2ºC and 11ºC then.
More about Granada
Start your Granada trip right by finding a wonderful place to stay. Once you've booked your flight from MAD to GRX, have a look at our range of accommodation options including:
All great adventures should include a little sightseeing. Alhambra, Abadia del Sacromonte (Sacromonte Abbey) and Granada Cathedral are essential stops on your Granada itinerary.
Complete your Granada trip with hotels and a car rental
You've booked a cheap ticket to Granada Airport — next on the list is finding somewhere to stay, and maybe even your own set of wheels. We've compared prices across hundreds of companies to bring you the best hotels and car rental deals in Granada.