Flying from Long Beach Airport (LGB) to Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport (MAD): what you need to know
Madrid's timezone is UTC+1, making Madrid eight hours ahead of Long Beach.
To ensure you catch your LGB to MAD flight, leave plenty of time to check in and drop off your luggage. Arriving two hours ahead of international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the general travel rule.
During popular months like July, it's best to get to the airport earlier than usual. Arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead for international flights whenever you're flying during a peak period in general.
How to find the cheapest flights from Long Beach Airport (LGB) to Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport (MAD)
The cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Long Beach Airport to Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport flight is 308 €. A round-trip fare is currently 672 €. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares could change.
To score cheap tickets from LGB to MAD, book as early as you can. Airlines generally offer the most competitive fares when flights are first made available.
Getting cheap flights from Long Beach Airport to Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport is more likely if you can be flexible with your travel plans. Use the 'Whole month' tool to see the lowest prices across the month and score a great deal.
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Handy information about Long Beach Airport (LGB)
LGB is located at 4100 Donald Douglas Drive.
Long Beach Airport earns top marks for its on-time performance. 83.23% of flights that take off from LGB arrive at their destination without delay.
To reach Long Beach Airport from central Long Beach, it'll take about 15 minutes if you're planning to drive. Of course, this depends on traffic conditions. It's approximately 14 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
Expect a trip time of roughly 45 minutes when using public transport.
Looking for a convenient hotel near LGB? If you're boarding an early flight from Long Beach Airport to Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport, these stays will have you sleeping moments from your departure gate:
Arriving at Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport (MAD)
Consider booking a hotel near MAD if you're on a late Long Beach Airport to Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport flight. Choose one of these options and avoid the hassle of a long transfer:
Get on the fast track to adventure 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 usual tourist stops.
Booking your ride from Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport around one week in advance gives you the best chance of locking in a great deal.
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 drive to the centre.
If you're travelling on public transport, expect a journey of around 35 minutes.
When to fly to Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport (MAD)
It's time to work out your dates for your flight from Long Beach Airport to Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport. July is the most popular month to head to Madrid. If you want a more laid-back vibe, go in April.
Book your flight from Long Beach Airport to Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport for July if you'd like to visit Madrid during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures of between 17ºC (63ºF) and 36ºC (97ºF).
Search for cheap tickets from LGB to MAD in January if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 0ºC (32ºF) and 11ºC (52ºF) on average.
Explore more of Spain
Zaragoza is just one of the many cities in Spain waiting to be discovered after you've seen Madrid. Around 274 kilometres away to the north-east, check out popular attractions including Puente de Piedra, Museo Pablo Gargallo and El Tubo.
Salamanca is another sought-after destination in Spain and is around 177 kilometres west of Madrid. No journey is complete without visiting Plaza Mayor, S.O.U. Servicio de Orientación al Universitario. Universidad de Salamanca and Pontifical University of Salamanca.