Flying from Kona Airport (KOA) to Madrid Airport (MAD): what you need to know
Madrid's timezone is UTC+1, which makes Madrid 11 hours ahead of Kailua-Kona.
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 enough time to catch your KOA to MAD flight.
You can expect longer lines during popular months such as July. Arriving up to four hours in advance for international flights and two hours for domestic departures will help ensure a smooth travel experience.
If you want to explore another city along the way, consider a flight with a stopover. To see your options for tickets from Kona Airport to Madrid Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Los Angeles International Airport is a well-known stop between KOA and MAD.
How to find the cheapest flights from Kona Airport (KOA) to Madrid Airport (MAD)
342 € is currently the best price for a one-way Kona Airport to Madrid Airport flight. A return flight starts from 820 €. These prices may change depending on demand and availability.
It's a good idea to book as early as possible if you're looking for cheap tickets from KOA to MAD. That's because flight prices are based on demand, which tends to increase closer to the date of departure.
The 'Whole month' search tool shows you the cheapest flights from Kona Airport to Madrid Airport throughout the entire month. It's an easy way to find a bargain if your trip dates are flexible.
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Handy information about Kona Airport (KOA)
86% of flights leaving Kona Airport arrive at their destination on schedule. Given its strong on-time stats, you're unlikely to experience delays when jetting out of KOA.
Kona Airport is around 11 kilometres from central Kailua-Kona. If you're driving, catching a taxi or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take 15 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.
The journey on public transport usually takes 45 minutes.
Booking a hotel room for the night can take the hassle out of reaching the airport on time. If you're looking for a place to stay before your flight from Kona Airport to Madrid Airport, check out Banyan Tree Sanctuary Guest House. It's a short drive from KOA.
Arriving at Madrid Airport (MAD)
Consider booking a hotel near MAD if you're on a late Kona Airport to Madrid Airport flight. Check in to one of these accommodation options and avoid the hassle of a long transfer:
Grab a Madrid Airport rental car and discover Madrid and beyond with your own set of wheels. Record Go, Goldcar and Click and Rent are leading providers to choose from here.
Reserving your ride from Madrid Airport around one week in advance can help you secure the lowest rate.
Getting from Madrid Airport (MAD) to central Madrid
Madrid Airport is approximately 13 kilometres from the centre of Madrid. Driving there takes about 20 minutes.
If you're taking public transport, expect a journey of roughly 30 minutes.
When to fly to Madrid Airport (MAD)
July is the busiest month for flights from Kona Airport to Madrid Airport. To avoid the crowds, travel to Madrid in March.
Book your flight from Kona Airport to Madrid Airport for July if you want to explore Madrid during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures of between 18ºC (64ºF) and 37ºC (99ºF).
January sees average temperatures of between 0ºC (32ºF) and 12ºC (54ºF). Search for cheap tickets from KOA to MAD sometime around then if you want to travel in cooler conditions.
Explore more of Spain
Zaragoza is just one of the many places 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.
Salamanca is another favourite destination in Spain and is around 177 kilometres west of Madrid. No trip is complete without experiencing Catedral de Salamanca, Salamanca, Casco Historico and Plaza Mayor.
