Travelling from Johannesburg to Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport (MAD): What you need to know
Madrid is one hour behind Johannesburg. Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport is located in Madrid, which is in the UTC+1 timezone.
For a stress-free journey, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This will give you plenty of time to catch your flight from Johannesburg to MAD.
Popular months like April or other busy periods mean longer lines and potential delays. Get a head start by arriving at the airport even earlier. Aim for at least four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours before a domestic departure.
Airports in Johannesburg
Johannesburg O.R. Tambo International Airport (JNB)
A stopover is the perfect opportunity to break up your journey and possibly even explore another city. When browsing cheap flights from Johannesburg to MAD leaving from Johannesburg O.R. Tambo International Airport (JNB), uncheck the 'Direct flights only' box to get ideas for where to visit along the way. Here's where you could connect through:
Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG)
Munich Franz Joseph Strauss Airport (MUC)
Zurich Airport (ZRH)
JNB is about 26 kilometres from central Johannesburg. If you're ride-sharing, driving or catching a taxi from the centre, it'll take you 30 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic. If you're taking public transport, expect the travel time to be around 35 minutes.
Want a hassle-free start to your trip? Stay near Johannesburg O.R. Tambo International Airport. Whether you've booked an early flight from Johannesburg to Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport or just don't like being rushed, these hotels are just the thing:
75% of flights that depart Johannesburg O.R. Tambo International Airport make it to their destination on schedule.
Lanseria International Airport (HLA)
You can reach HLA from central Johannesburg in approximately 45 minutes by car (depending on traffic). The journey by public transport will take roughly 1 hour 15 minutes to travel the 40 kilometres or so.
Want to enjoy an extra night away before your Johannesburg to MAD flight? Kick back in a hotel near Lanseria International Airport before your break officially begins. Here's where you can stay:
About Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport (MAD)
If you're coming in on a late flight from Johannesburg to Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport, few things beat the convenience of staying near the terminal. Pick up your bags from the carousel and then be showered and resting not long after at one of these hotels near MAD:
To get the lowest price, reserve your ride around one week ahead of your Johannesburg to Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport flight.
Getting from Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport (MAD) to central Madrid
Central Madrid is around 13 kilometres from Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport and takes about 20 minutes to reach by car. See what your options are for getting into town, whether that's with a taxi, car hire or ride-share.
Travelling by public transport will take you around 30 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Johannesburg to Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport (MAD)
Currently, 316 € is the best price we've found for a one-way ticket from Johannesburg to Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport. The cheapest price for a return flight is 538 €. Remember fares may change due to demand at the time of booking.
Booking in advance is often the key to finding a cheap flight from Johannesburg to MAD. Prices tend to rise as demand increases, so the closer your departure date, the more you'll likely spend.
If you have some flexibility with your travel plans, try using the 'Whole month' tool. It'll give you the lowest price across every month when searching for your Johannesburg to Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport ticket.
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The best time to fly from Johannesburg to Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport (MAD)
December is the quietest month for flights from Johannesburg to Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport (MAD), while July is the busiest. Find the ideal time to visit Madrid based on whether you like a laid-back vibe or a lively atmosphere.
When booking your Johannesburg to MAD plane ticket, consider what kind of weather you prefer. July is the warmest month in Madrid, with temperatures ranging from 18ºC (64ºF) to 37ºC (99ºF).
If you want to travel in cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from Johannesburg to Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport in January when temperatures are between 0ºC (32ºF) and 12ºC (54ºF).
More about Madrid
After booking your flight from Johannesburg to Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport, find a hotel that keeps you close to what you want to see. Make one of these options your base for exploring Madrid:
There are so many things to explore in this city, it can be hard to know where to start. Museo del Prado, Thyssen-Bornemisza National Museum and Plaza Mayor are top sights which should feature on every Madrid itinerary.
Explore more of Spain
Zaragoza is just one of the many cities in Spain waiting to be discovered once you've taken in the sights of Madrid. Around 274 kilometres away to the northeast, its best attractions include Plaza del Pilar, La Seo del Salvador and Basílica de Nuestra Senora del Pilar.
If you're looking to explore another side of Spain, head for Salamanca, roughly 193 kilometres west of Madrid. Catedral de Salamanca, Salamanca, Casco Historico and Plaza Mayor are the start of reasons to visit.
