Flying from Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport (MAD) to John Wayne Airport (SNA): what you need to know
If you're taking off during a public holiday or other peak period, allow extra time. A good rule is two hours before domestic flights and up to four hours before international departures. Lines at security and check-in will be longer.
If you'd like to break up your flight from Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport to John Wayne Airport, consider adding a stopover. Just deselect 'Direct flights only' and find a city that catches your eye. Popular stopovers on the MAD - SNA route are:
O'Hare International Airport
Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport
San Francisco International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport (MAD) to John Wayne Airport (SNA)
The lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport to John Wayne Airport is C$724. For a return flight on this route, the best price is C$1,146. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares may change.
It's usually smart to book early if you want to find cheap flight tickets from MAD to SNA. That's because airlines adjust prices based on demand, which tends to increase closer to departure.
The 'Whole month' search function shows you the cheapest flight tickets from Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport to John Wayne Airport across every month. It's an easy way to snap up a bargain if your trip dates are flexible.
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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 approximately 26 minutes by car, depending on traffic. The same journey by public transport takes roughly 37 minutes.
After a handy hotel near MAD? If you're boarding an early flight from Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport to John Wayne Airport, these accommodation options will put you moments from your departure lounge:
Arriving at John Wayne Airport (SNA)
If you're coming in on a late flight from Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport to John Wayne Airport, nothing beats the convenience of staying near the terminal. Grab your suitcases from the carousel and then be showered and relaxing not long after at one of these options near SNA:
Getting from John Wayne Airport (SNA) to central Santa Ana
From John Wayne Airport, Santa Ana is approximately 8 kilometres away. It takes around 16 minutes to get to the center driving.
If you're taking public transport, expect a journey of around 1 hour and 5 minutes.
When to fly to John Wayne Airport (SNA)
July is the most popular month for flights from Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport to John Wayne Airport. To steer clear of the crowds, head to Santa Ana in May.
When booking your flight from Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport to John Wayne Airport, consider the type of weather you like. August is the warmest month in Santa Ana, with temperatures ranging from 16ºC to 32ºC.
Search for cheap flight tickets from MAD to SNA in February if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 7ºC and 25ºC on average.
More about Santa Ana
After booking your flights from MAD to SNA, you'll need to find a place to stay in Santa Ana. Make one of these options your base for exploring this exciting destination:
Santa Ana Zoo at Prentice Park and Sandpointe Park are just the start of the top attractions to put on your Santa Ana must-do list. Continue your sightseeing adventures at Calvary Chapel.
Complete your Santa Ana trip with hotels and a car rental
You've locked in your cheap ticket to John Wayne 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 Santa Ana.
