Travelling from Cairo International Airport (CAI) to Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport (MAD): what you need to know
Book a direct flight from Cairo International Airport to Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport and you'll be in the air for an average of 5 hours 5 minutes.
The timezone in Madrid is UTC+1, which is one hour behind Cairo.
Flights from CAI to MAD start from 00:20 — the earliest with Iberia Express. The last departure is at 23:20 with Iberia Express. In total, you can choose from 50 weekly Cairo International Airport to Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport flights.
Get to the airport on time so you don't miss your CAI to MAD flight. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid any last-minute rush.
You'll likely experience longer queues during popular months like August. Arriving up to four hours in advance for an international flight and two hours for a domestic departure is a good idea.
You'll find a variety of airlines offering direct flights from Cairo International Airport to Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport. When you're ready to start your Madrid adventure, let one of these carriers fly you to this must-see part of Spain:
Most passengers choose to travel with Iberia Express on this route.
The most punctual carrier that operates CAI to MAD flights is Iberia Express. Its services land as planned 66.67% of the time.
If you'd like to add a stop to your trip, simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Cairo International Airport to Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport. These are the top stopovers between CAI and MAD:
Barcelona-El Prat Airport
Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport
Milano Malpensa Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Cairo International Airport (CAI) to Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport (MAD)
95 € is currently the lowest price for a one-way Cairo International Airport to Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport flight. Return flights start at 165 €. These fares can change based on availability and demand.
To pick up cheap tickets from CAI to MAD, book your journey six months ahead of your departure date.
The cheapest month for flights from Cairo International Airport to Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport is May. Use the 'Whole month' tool to find the lowest airfares if you have a flexible schedule.
Spend less time searching for cheap flights from CAI to MAD by creating a Price Alert. You'll get an email or notification through the app when a special offer becomes available.
Tailor your flights with filters. Select your departure and arrival times, airlines and total journey duration. You can also sort results by 'Fastest,' 'Best' or 'Cheapest' flights from Cairo International Airport to Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport.
Handy information about Cairo International Airport (CAI)
63.38% of flights taking off from Cairo International Airport reach their destination on time.
Central Cairo to Cairo International Airport is approximately 21 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take about 30 minutes to get there if you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving.
You can expect a trip time of around 1 hour 25 minutes when using public transport.
Catching an early flight from Cairo International Airport to Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport? Avoid the last-minute rush to the airport (and enjoy a little extra shut-eye) by picking one of these hotels close to CAI:
Arriving at Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport (MAD)
The last thing you need is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on a Cairo International Airport to Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport flight. Book one of these accommodation options near MAD instead:
Hit the road running by picking up an Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Record Go, Goldcar or Click and Rent and explore beyond Madrid's main sights.
To lock in the lowest price, book your vehicle from Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport around one week before travelling.
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 reach the centre driving.
Getting there by public transport takes around 35 minutes.
When to fly to Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport (MAD)
The quietest month for a flight from Cairo International Airport to Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport is April, while July is the busiest. Pick the ideal time to visit Madrid based on whether you prefer a laid-back vibe or a more bustling atmosphere.
The warmest month in Madrid is July, with temperatures ranging between 17ºC (63ºF) and 36ºC (97ºF). Lock in your flights from Cairo International Airport to Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport in this month if you enjoy this type of weather.
Look for cheap tickets from CAI to MAD in January if you'd rather travel during cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 0ºC (32ºF) and 11ºC (52ºF) on average.
Explore more of Spain
Madrid is easy to fall in love with, but there are so many other parts of Spain waiting to be discovered. Around 274 kilometres north-east of Madrid, a visit to Zaragoza will keep your itinerary busy. Check out popular attractions like Puente de Piedra, Museo Pablo Gargallo and El Tubo.
Salamanca is another must-experience destination in Spain and is around 177 kilometres west of Madrid. No trip is complete without a visit to Plaza Mayor, S.O.U. Servicio de Orientación al Universitario. Universidad de Salamanca and Pontifical University of Salamanca.