Flying from Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport (MAD) to Edinburgh Airport (EDI): what you need to know
A direct flight from Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport to Edinburgh Airport takes an average of 2 hours 53 minutes. The timezone in Edinburgh is UTC+0, making it 1 hour behind Madrid.
Each week, there are 14 flights from Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport to Edinburgh Airport. The earliest departure from MAD to EDI is at 06:00 and the latest is at 21:35.
Travelling during a popular month like July? Major public holidays and other popular seasons can result in longer queues and delays at security. Be extra cautious and arrive up to four hours before an international flight and two hours before domestic departures.
A variety of airlines operate direct flights from Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport to Edinburgh Airport, so getting to Edinburgh (and then seeing more of United Kingdom!) is easy. Top carriers travelling between MAD and EDI include:
If you'd like to break up your flight from Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport to Edinburgh Airport, add a stopover to your trip. Just uncheck 'Direct flights only' to find a city that interests you. The most popular stopovers on the MAD - EDI route include:
Stansted Airport
Charles de Gaulle Airport
Santander Airport
Remember, you may need a visa to enter United Kingdom. Visa regulations vary and travel documentation requirements are constantly changing. Before reserving your cheap ticket from MAD to EDI, be sure to check with your carrier and your destination country's local embassy or consulate for up-to-date information.
How to find the cheapest flights from Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport (MAD) to Edinburgh Airport (EDI)
The best price we've seen for a one-way ticket from Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport to Edinburgh Airport is 28 €. The cheapest price for a return flight is 75 €. Keep in mind that fares may change due to demand at the time of booking.
Score cheap tickets from MAD to EDI by booking 9 months ahead. Based on our research, that's the sweet spot for picking up a bargain.
The cheapest month for tickets from Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport to Edinburgh Airport is May. Use the 'Whole month' tool to see the lowest prices if you have a flexible schedule.
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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 take a cab, you'll cover the 18 kilometres in 26 minutes or so, depending on traffic conditions.
Want a hassle-free start to your break? Stay near MAD. Whether you have an early flight from Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport to Edinburgh Airport or want to avoid feeling rushed, these stays are ideal:
Arriving at Edinburgh Airport (EDI)
The last thing you want is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late flight from Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport to Edinburgh Airport. Book one of these accommodation options near EDI instead:
Getting from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to central Edinburgh
From Edinburgh Airport, Edinburgh is approximately 14 kilometres away. It takes around 31 minutes to reach the centre driving.
It takes around 40 minutes when travelling by public transport.
When to fly to Edinburgh Airport (EDI)
June is the busiest month for flights from Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport to Edinburgh Airport. To escape the crowds, go to Edinburgh in February.
Before locking in your flight from Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport to Edinburgh Airport, consider the type of weather you enjoy. July is the warmest month in Edinburgh, with temperatures ranging from 9ºC to 20ºC.
January sees average temperatures of between -1ºC and 7ºC. Search for cheap tickets from MAD to EDI sometime around then if you like travelling in cooler conditions.
More about Edinburgh
Start your Edinburgh trip right by finding the perfect place to stay. Once you've booked your flight from MAD to EDI, browse our selection of hotel options including:
Edinburgh Castle and Arthur's Seat are a couple of leading attractions to put on your Edinburgh travel itinerary. Keep the momentum going by heading to National Museum of Scotland.
Complete your Edinburgh trip with hotels and a car rental
After you've secured your cheap ticket to Edinburgh Airport, browse our low prices and exclusive rates for hotels. You can also compare hundreds of car rental companies in one go to find the best car rental price for your Edinburgh getaway.