Flying from Birmingham-Shuttlesworth International Airport (BHM) to Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport (MAD): what you need to know
Madrid's timezone is UTC+1, making Madrid six hours ahead of Birmingham.
Arrive at the airport on time so you don't miss your BHM to MAD flight. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to prevent a last-minute sprint to your gate.
During popular months like July, it's best to get to the airport well in advance. Arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead of international flights when you fly during peak periods in general.
Consider adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Birmingham-Shuttlesworth International Airport to Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport. Just uncheck 'Direct flights only' to break up your journey, or perhaps explore a new destination along the way. Check out these options between BHM and MAD:
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Philadelphia International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Birmingham-Shuttlesworth International Airport (BHM) to Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport (MAD)
The lowest price we've found for a one-way Birmingham-Shuttlesworth International Airport to Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport flight is 361 €. A return ticket is currently 602 €. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares may change.
Don't wait until the last minute. You're more likely to find cheap tickets from BHM to MAD if you book in advance. Airlines often have some excellent early bird deals.
The 'Whole month' search tool shows you the cheapest flights from Birmingham-Shuttlesworth International Airport to Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport across the entire month. It's a great way to find a bargain if your travel dates aren't set in stone.
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Choose your ideal departure and arrival times, airlines and number of stops with the filters. Or sort your results by 'Cheapest' to find the best deals on flights from Birmingham-Shuttlesworth International Airport to Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport.
Handy information about Birmingham-Shuttlesworth International Airport (BHM)
BHM is located at 5900 Airport Highway.
Birmingham-Shuttlesworth International Airport maintains a solid on-time record, so flight disruptions are less likely. Departures from BHM touch down on schedule 80.37% of the time.
To get to Birmingham-Shuttlesworth International Airport from central Birmingham, it'll take about 10 minutes if you're planning to drive. Of course, this depends on traffic. It's approximately 10 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
Taking an early flight from Birmingham-Shuttlesworth International Airport to Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the airport (and get some extra shut-eye) by picking one of these hotels close to BHM:
Arriving at Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport (MAD)
Book a hotel near MAD if you're catching a late Birmingham-Shuttlesworth International Airport to Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport flight. Select one of these accommodation options and avoid the hassle of a long transfer:
Hit the road running by picking up an Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Record Go, Goldcar or Click and Rent to explore Madrid and beyond.
Secure the lowest price by booking your ride from Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport around one week before your travel date.
Getting from Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport (MAD) to central Madrid
From Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport, Madrid is approximately 18 kilometres away. It takes around 25 minutes to get to the centre driving.
Getting there on public transport takes around 35 minutes.
When to fly to Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport (MAD)
It's time to choose your trip dates for your flight from Birmingham-Shuttlesworth International Airport to Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport. July is the busiest month to head to Madrid. If you want a more relaxed vibe, go in April.
Lock in your flight from Birmingham-Shuttlesworth International Airport to Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport for July if you'd like to explore Madrid during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 17ºC (63ºF) and 36ºC (97ºF).
January has average temperatures of between 0ºC (32ºF) and 11ºC (52ºF). Look for cheap tickets from BHM to MAD around that time if you want to travel in cooler conditions.
Explore more of Spain
Madrid has its own special appeal, but there are so many other corners of Spain you should also see. Around 274 kilometres north-east of Madrid, a trip to Zaragoza will keep you busy. Start with leading sights like Puente de Piedra, Museo Pablo Gargallo and El Tubo.
If you're ready to explore another major destination in Spain, consider Salamanca, roughly 177 kilometres west of Madrid. Plaza Mayor, S.O.U. Servicio de Orientación al Universitario. Universidad de Salamanca and Pontifical University of Salamanca are key reasons to visit.