Travelling from Madrid Airport (MAD) to Akureyri Airport (AEY): what you need to know
Akureyri's timezone is UTC+0, making Akureyri one hour behind Madrid.
Give yourself enough time to catch your MAD to AEY flight. A good rule of thumb is to arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
During popular months such as July, it's best to get to the airport earlier than usual. Arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead for international flights when you travel during a peak period in general.
If you want to explore another city along the way, look for a flight with a stopover. To see all your options for tickets from Madrid Airport to Akureyri Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' London Gatwick Airport is a sought-after stop between MAD and AEY.
How to find the cheapest flights from Madrid Airport (MAD) to Akureyri Airport (AEY)
103 € is currently the best price for a one-way Madrid Airport to Akureyri Airport flight. A return flight starts from 183 €. These prices may change depending on availability and demand.
It's a good idea to book as early as possible if you want to find cheap tickets from MAD to AEY. That's because airlines adjust prices based on demand, which tends to rise closer to the date of departure.
The 'Whole month' search function shows you the cheapest flights from Madrid Airport to Akureyri Airport across each month. It's an easy way to snap up a bargain if your travel dates aren't set in stone.
You won't have to check back in every day to see if fares have dropped when you set up a Price Alert. We'll notify you as soon as there's a change in price on cheap flights from MAD to AEY.
Select your preferred arrival and departure times, airlines and number of stops with the filters. Alternatively, sort your results by 'Cheapest' to see the best deals on flights from Madrid Airport to Akureyri Airport.
Handy information about Madrid Airport (MAD)
When it comes to the on-time performance of Madrid Airport, data shows 77% of flights meet their scheduled arrival time.
To reach Madrid Airport from central Madrid, it takes around 20 minutes if you're planning to drive. Of course, this depends on traffic conditions. It's approximately 13 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
You can expect a trip time of roughly 30 minutes when using public transport.
Get your trip off to a leisurely start by staying near MAD. Whether you're taking an early flight from Madrid Airport to Akureyri Airport or just don't like being rushed, these hotels have you covered:
Arriving at Akureyri Airport (AEY)
The last thing you need is a long trip to your hotel if you're getting in late on a Madrid Airport to Akureyri Airport flight. Book one of these accommodation options near AEY instead:
Get on the fast track to adventure by picking up a Akureyri Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Europcar, Budget or Hertz and explore beyond Akureyri's main sights.
Improve your chances of securing a great deal by booking as early as you can. Reserving your ride from Akureyri Airport at least a couple of weeks in advance is a good move.
Getting from Akureyri Airport (AEY) to central Akureyri
Akureyri Airport is roughly 3 kilometres from the centre of Akureyri. The drive time takes about 15 minutes.
It takes roughly 25 minutes when travelling by public transport.
When to fly to Akureyri Airport (AEY)
November is the busiest month for flights from Madrid Airport to Akureyri Airport. To steer clear of the crowds, visit Akureyri in March.
The warmest month in Akureyri is July, with the temperature ranging between 3ºC (37ºF) and 17ºC (63ºF). Book your flights from Madrid Airport to Akureyri Airport in this month if you enjoy this type of weather.
December sees average temperatures of between -14ºC (7ºF) and 1ºC (34ºF). Search for cheap tickets from MAD to AEY sometime then if you like cooler conditions.
Explore more of Iceland
Akureyri has its own special appeal, but there are so many other parts of Iceland waiting to be discovered. Around 241 kilometres south-west of Akureyri, a visit to Reykjavik will keep you busy. Check out popular attractions like The Northern Light Centre, Harpa and Sun Voyager.
Kópavogur is another favourite destination in Iceland and is around 257 kilometres south-west of Akureyri. No journey is complete without visiting Heidmörk Nature Reserve, Peningagja-Nikulasargja Gorge and Digraneskirkja.