Flying from Delhi Indira Gandhi International Airport (DEL) to Madrid Airport (MAD): what you need to know
The timezone in Madrid is UTC+1, which is four hours 30 minutes behind New Delhi.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are tried-and-true travel tips. Make sure you're at the airport on time to catch your DEL to MAD flight.
You can expect bigger queues in popular months such as January. Arriving up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours for domestic departures is a good idea.
If you'd like to split up your journey, just deselect 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Delhi Indira Gandhi International Airport to Madrid Airport. These are the top stopovers between DEL and MAD:
Munich Airport
Copenhagen Airport
Zurich Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Delhi Indira Gandhi International Airport (DEL) to Madrid Airport (MAD)
At the moment, 181 € is the cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Delhi Indira Gandhi International Airport to Madrid Airport flight. The best price for a return ticket is 338 €. Remember that fares could change due to demand at the time of booking.
It's a good idea to book in advance if you're hoping to get cheap tickets from DEL to MAD. That's because airlines adjust prices based on demand, which tends to rise closer to the date of departure.
If you're flexible with your travel dates, use the 'Whole month' search tool. It'll give you the lowest price across every month when looking for a flight from Delhi Indira Gandhi International Airport to Madrid Airport.
There's no need to check every day to find out if fares have dropped when you create a Price Alert. We'll send you an update the moment there's a change in price on cheap flights from DEL to MAD.
Secure the ideal flight for you by using the filters. To see the 'Fastest,' 'Best' or 'Cheapest' flights from Delhi Indira Gandhi International Airport to Madrid Airport, use the 'Sort by' tool. You can also filter results by arrival and departure times, airline, and number of stops.
Handy information about Delhi Indira Gandhi International Airport (DEL)
When it comes to Delhi Indira Gandhi International Airport's on-time performance, 63% of flights arrive within the scheduled timeframe.
Central New Delhi to Delhi Indira Gandhi International Airport is approximately 16 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take about 35 minutes to get there if you're catching a taxi, ride-sharing or driving.
Expect a journey time of around 30 minutes when using public transport.
Get your travels off to a relaxed start by staying near DEL. Whether you're catching an early flight from Delhi Indira Gandhi International Airport to Madrid Airport or want to avoid feeling rushed, these hotels are ideal:
Arriving at Madrid Airport (MAD)
Reserve a hotel close to MAD if you're on a late Delhi Indira Gandhi International Airport to Madrid Airport flight. Settle into one of these options and make your arrival easier:
Fast-track your adventure by picking up a Madrid Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Record Go, Goldcar or Click and Rent and experience the lesser-explored corners of Madrid and beyond.
To get the best deal, book your vehicle from Madrid Airport around one week ahead.
When to fly to Madrid Airport (MAD)
It's time to work out your dates for your flight from Delhi Indira Gandhi International Airport to Madrid Airport. July is the busiest month to visit Madrid. If you want a more relaxed vibe, go in March.
When reserving your flight from Delhi Indira Gandhi International Airport to Madrid Airport, think about the type of weather you enjoy. July is the warmest month in Madrid, with temperatures ranging from 18ºC (64ºF) to 37ºC (99ºF).
January sees average temperatures of between 0ºC (32ºF) and 12ºC (54ºF). Search for cheap tickets from DEL to MAD sometime around then if you like travelling in cooler conditions.
Explore more of Spain
Zaragoza is just one of the many cities in Spain waiting to be explored after you've experienced Madrid. Around 274 kilometres away to the north-east, check out popular attractions including Plaza del Pilar, La Seo del Salvador and Basílica de Nuestra Senora del Pilar.
Around 177 kilometres west of Madrid, Salamanca is another essential stop in Spain. Experience major highlights starting with Catedral de Salamanca, Salamanca, Casco Historico and Plaza Mayor.