Flying from Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport (MAD) to Palmerola Air Base Airport (XPL): what you need to know
The average length of a direct flight from Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport to Palmerola Air Base Airport is 11 hours 15 minutes.
The timezone in Comayagua is UTC-6, which is seven hours behind Madrid.
Flights from MAD to XPL start at 14:00 — the earliest with Iberojet. The last departure is at 15:00 with Iberojet. Overall, you can take your pick of three weekly Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport to Palmerola Air Base Airport flights.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are golden rules for hassle-free flying. Be at the airport on time to board your MAD to XPL flight.
During popular months such as July, it's a good idea to get to the airport well in advance. Plan to arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead for international flights when you fly during a peak period in general.
Flying into Comayagua (and then exploring more of Honduras!) is easy with Iberojet. This popular airline has direct flights from Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport to Palmerola Air Base Airport.
Most travellers choose to fly with Iberojet on this route.
Consider adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport to Palmerola Air Base Airport. Simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' to break up your trip, or even explore someplace new along the way. Here's where you can stop between MAD and XPL:
El Salvador International Airport
La Aurora International Airport
Tocumen International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport (MAD) to Palmerola Air Base Airport (XPL)
The cheapest price we've found for a one-way Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport to Palmerola Air Base Airport flight is 315 €. A return fare right now is 564 €. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares could change.
Get cheap tickets from MAD to XPL by booking at least six months ahead. According to our research, that's the sweet spot for finding the biggest deals.
May is the cheapest month for flights from Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport to Palmerola Air Base Airport. If you're looking to travel at a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will give you the lowest prices for every month.
Never miss a deal on cheap flights from MAD to XPL by creating a Price Alert. You'll get an email or notification through the app when a new low fare is offered.
Pick your ideal departure and arrival times, number of stops and airlines with the filters. Alternatively, sort your results by 'Cheapest' to find the best deals on flights from Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport to Palmerola Air Base Airport.
Handy information about Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport (MAD)
When it comes to Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport's on-time performance, 78.23% of flights meet their scheduled arrival time.
Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport is about 18 kilometres from central Madrid. If you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving from the centre, it'll take 25 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.
Planning to catch public transport? Expect a journey time of around 35 minutes.
Looking for a handy hotel near MAD? If you've booked an early flight from Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport to Palmerola Air Base Airport, these stays will put you moments from your departure gate:
Arriving at Palmerola Air Base Airport (XPL)
Book a hotel close to XPL if you're taking a late Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport to Palmerola Air Base Airport flight. Check in to one of these options and skip the long transfer:
Grab a Palmerola Air Base Airport rental car and discover Comayagua and beyond with your own set of wheels. Ace Rent a Car, Alamo and Enterprise are popular providers you can book with here.
To lock in the lowest price, book your ride from Palmerola Air Base Airport around three weeks before you travel.
Getting from Palmerola Air Base Airport (XPL) to central Comayagua
From Palmerola Air Base Airport, Comayagua is approximately 11 kilometres away. It takes around 15 minutes to reach the centre by car.
When to fly to Palmerola Air Base Airport (XPL)
It's time to plan your trip dates for your flight from Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport to Palmerola Air Base Airport. July is the most popular month to visit Comayagua. If you'd like a more low-key vibe, go in February.
Before locking in your flight from Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport to Palmerola Air Base Airport, consider the type of weather you like. April is the warmest month in Comayagua, with temperatures ranging from 18ºC (64ºF) to 33ºC (91ºF).
Look for cheap tickets from MAD to XPL in January if you'd rather travel during cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 14ºC (57ºF) and 28ºC (82ºF) on average.
Explore more of Honduras
You've seen Comayagua, now it's time to discover more of Honduras. Travel around 64 kilometres south-east to Tegucigalpa to tick off its top attractions. From El picacho to Museum for National Identity and Parque La Leona, you'll have a full itinerary ahead.
San Pedro Sula is another must-experience destination in Honduras and is around 121 kilometres north of Comayagua. No journey is complete without visiting Museo de Antropologia e Historia, Parque Altamira and Campo de Futbol Las Mercedes.