Flying from Glasgow to Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport (MAD): what you need to know
Glasgow is home to a couple of airports where you can set off on your adventure. Explore your options for booking a flight from Glasgow to Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport (MAD) departing from Glasgow International Airport (GLA) or Glasgow Prestwick Airport (PIK).
Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport is located in Madrid. The city operates in the UTC+1 timezone and is 1 hour ahead of Glasgow.
For stress-free travel, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This way, you can comfortably board your flight from Glasgow to MAD.
Popular months like June or other peak periods mean bigger queues and potential delays. Stay ahead of the crowds by arriving at the airport even earlier. Plan for at least four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours before a domestic departure.
Airports in Glasgow
Glasgow International Airport (GLA)
We make it a breeze to find a flight from Glasgow to MAD that includes a stopover. To see your options leaving from Glasgow International Airport (GLA), deselect 'Direct flights only.' Next, pick a flight that has a stop long enough to explore the city of your choice. Popular stopovers between GLA and MAD include:
London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
Dublin Airport (DUB)
London Gatwick Airport (LGW)
From the centre of Glasgow, GLA is around 14 kilometres away. Check the official airport website or use navigation apps to find the best way to reach the terminal.
Planning to catch an early flight from Glasgow to Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the terminal (and sneak in some extra snooze time) by choosing one of these hotels close to Glasgow International Airport:
Glasgow Prestwick Airport (PIK)
Maximise your holiday with a stopover on your flight from Glasgow to Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport. Visit family or friends or tick another city off your bucket list. Whatever you decide to do, check out these options between Glasgow Prestwick Airport and MAD:
Dublin Airport (DUB)
London Gatwick Airport (LGW)
London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
You can get to PIK from the centre of Glasgow in approximately 38 minutes by car (depending on traffic). The ride by public transport will take roughly 53 minutes to cover the 48 kilometres or so.
Kick off your holiday early with an extra night away from home. Before catching your flight from Glasgow to MAD, take things easy in one of these hotels close to Glasgow Prestwick Airport:
About Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport (MAD)
The last thing you want is a long journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late flight from Glasgow to Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport. Stay at one of these accommodation options near MAD instead:
Getting from Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport (MAD) to central Madrid
Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport is approximately 18 kilometres from central Madrid. With your own car rental or if you take a cab, the drive is about 26 minutes.
It typically takes 37 minutes to get there by public transport.
How to find the cheapest flights from Glasgow to Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport (MAD)
61 € is the lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Glasgow to Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport. Return flights start from 126 €. Prices are subject to change based on availability and may vary at the time of booking.
Don't leave everything to the last moment. You're more likely to find cheap tickets from Glasgow to MAD if you book ahead. Airlines often have some excellent early bird deals.
Use the 'Whole month' search tool to compare the prices of tickets from Glasgow to Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport across each month. The lowest fares are highlighted in green, making it easy to find a flight your budget will love.
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The best time to fly from Glasgow to Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport (MAD)
July is the most popular month for flights from Glasgow to Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport. To escape the crowds, head for Madrid in April when things are quieter.
Schedule your flight from Glasgow to MAD for July if you're eager to head to the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures in Madrid to range from 17ºC to 36ºC.
Look for cheap flights from Glasgow to Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport in January if you'd rather travel during cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between 0ºC and 11ºC on average.
More about Madrid
When it comes to looking for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the most popular stays in Madrid right here. Check out these options as soon as you've booked your flight from Glasgow to Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport:
Every great holiday has to include some sightseeing. El Retiro Park, Puerta del Sol and Plaza Mayor are essential stops on your Madrid itinerary.
Complete your Madrid trip with a car rental
We use the same magic that helped you find your cheap flight from Glasgow to Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport to track down your ideal ride. Browse our car rentals in Madrid and compare offers in one place. Plus you'll find all the info you need to know, from the most popular car type to the best time to book.