Travelling from Milan to Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport (MAD): what you need to know
Organising your flight from Milan to Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport (MAD) begins with finding the most convenient airport to start your holiday. Milano Malpensa Airport (MXP), Orio al Serio International Airport (BGY) and Milano Linate Airport (LIN) are the main terminals in Milan.
The average duration of a direct flight from Milan to Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport is 2 hours 21 minutes.
Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport is located in Madrid. The city's timezone is UTC+1 — the same as Milan.
Milano Malpensa Airport (MXP) to Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport (MAD) is the most popular route. There are 168 direct departures a week to pick from. If you have things to do before leaving, hop on the last flight with Ryanair at 22:55. Go for the first MXP to MAD departure with Ryanair at 05:45 if you want to get going earlier.
Get to the airport on time so you don't miss your flight from Milan to MAD. 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.
You can expect longer lines during popular months such as July and other peak seasons. Arriving up to four hours in advance for international flights and two hours for domestic departures is a smart move.
Airports in Milan
Milano Malpensa Airport (MXP)
Go straight to your destination from Milano Malpensa Airport (MXP). Direct flights from Milan to Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport (MAD) are available from here.
At MXP, you'll find a variety of airlines operating direct flights from Milan to Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport, such as:
A stopover is the perfect opportunity to break up your trip — and possibly even tour another city. When browsing flights from Milan to MAD departing from Milano Malpensa Airport (MXP), uncheck the 'Direct flights only' box to see where you can visit along the way. Popular options include:
Palma de Mallorca Airport (PMI)
Geneve Airport (GVA)
Toulouse-Blagnac Airport (TLS)
From the centre of Milan, MXP is around 48 kilometres away. Check the official airport website or use navigation apps to find the best way to get there.
Want an easy start to your break? Stay near Milano Malpensa Airport. Whether you have an early flight from Milan to Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport or want to avoid feeling rushed, these hotels are just the thing:
Orio al Serio International Airport (BGY)
Looking for other options for a direct flight from Milan to Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport (MAD)? Browse the fares leaving from Orio al Serio International Airport (BGY).
A good selection of airlines offer direct flights from Milan to MAD departing from BGY. Book your favourite seat with any of these carriers and you'll arrive before you realise it:
Visit friends or family or just take a moment to stretch your legs with a stopover. If you'd like to split up your flight from Milan to Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport, here's where you can stop when setting off from Orio al Serio International Airport:
Barcelona-El Prat Airport (BCN)
Palma de Mallorca Airport (PMI)
Bilbao Airport (BIO)
BGY is around 64 kilometres from central Milan. It'll take 58 minutes or so to get to the airport driving from the city centre. Public transport takes roughly 2 hours and 18 minutes.
It's your holiday, so why not spend an extra night away? Consider checking in to one of these hotels near Orio al Serio International Airport the day before your flight from Milan to MAD:
About Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport (MAD)
Consider booking a hotel close to MAD if you have a late flight from Milan to Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport. Settle into one of these accommodation options and skip the long transfer:
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 26 minutes to reach the centre driving.
Getting there on public transport typically takes 37 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Milan to Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport (MAD)
For a one-way ticket from Milan to Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport, 17 € is the best price we've seen. You can also book a return trip from just 34 €. These are currently the lowest fares but could change depending on availability.
To pick up cheap tickets from Milan to MAD, reserve your journey 4 months ahead of the departure date.
Schedule your trip for January. That's the cheapest month for tickets from Milan to Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport. If your travel dates are flexible, use the 'Whole month' tool to find the best price across every month.
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The best time to fly from Milan to Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport (MAD)
It's time to work out your trip dates for your flight from Milan to Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport. July is the busiest month to travel to Madrid. If you like a more relaxed vibe, go in April.
Think about the kind of weather that'll suit your plans for Madrid. July is known as the warmest month. Book your flights from Milan to MAD sometime then and you can expect temperatures of between 17ºC and 36ºC.
If you like cooler conditions, search for a cheap flight from Milan to Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport in January when temperatures average between 0ºC and 11ºC.
More about Madrid
When it comes to searching for somewhere to rest your head, you'll find the best places to stay in Madrid right here. Check out these hotels as soon as you've booked your flight from Milan to Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport:
El Retiro Park and Puerta del Sol are just a couple of the leading attractions to add to your Madrid travel itinerary. Keep the adventure rolling by checking out Plaza Mayor.
Complete your Madrid trip with a car rental
Once you've locked in your hotel and cheap flight from Milan to Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport, next up is choosing one of our car rentals in Madrid. Check out the exclusive deals and easily compare options on pick-up convenience, price, and more.