Travelling from Madrid Airport (MAD) to Baltimore Washington International Airport (BWI): what you need to know
Washington DC is six hours behind Madrid and observes the UTC-5 timezone.
For a stress-free journey, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This ensures you have enough time to catch your MAD to BWI flight.
Be prepared for bigger queues during popular months such as July. Arriving up to four hours in advance for international flights and two hours for domestic departures will give you ample time for security and boarding.
We make it a piece of cake to book a flight with a stopover. To see all your options for tickets from Madrid Airport to Baltimore Washington International Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, choose a flight that has a stop long enough to explore your chosen city. Worthwhile stopovers between MAD and BWI include:
London Heathrow Airport
New York John F. Kennedy Airport
Boston Logan International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Madrid Airport (MAD) to Baltimore Washington International Airport (BWI)
At the moment, 303 € is the cheapest price we've found for a one-way Madrid Airport to Baltimore Washington International Airport flight. The best price for a return plane ticket is 446 €. Bear in mind that fares could change due to demand when booking.
To pick up cheap tickets from MAD to BWI, book as early as you can. Airlines tend to offer the most competitive fares when flights are first made available.
If you're willing to be flexible with your travel dates, use the 'Whole month' search tool. It'll show you the lowest price in each month when looking for your flight from Madrid Airport to Baltimore Washington International Airport.
Finding cheap flights from MAD to BWI is a piece of cake with Price Alerts. Simply set up one of these automatic alerts and we'll let you know when a new discounted fare appears.
Pick your preferred arrival and departure times, number of stops and airlines with the filters. Or sort your results by 'Cheapest' to get the best deals on flights from Madrid Airport to Baltimore Washington International Airport.
Handy information about Madrid Airport (MAD)
When it comes to Madrid Airport's on-time performance, data shows 77% of flights complete their journey on time.
Central Madrid to Madrid Airport is around 13 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take you about 20 minutes to get there if you're catching a taxi, ride-sharing or driving.
The trip when using public transport will take about 30 minutes.
Booked an early flight from Madrid Airport to Baltimore Washington International Airport? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the airport (and sneak in some extra precious sleep) by picking one of these stays near MAD:
Arriving at Baltimore Washington International Airport (BWI)
The last thing you want is a lengthy trip to your hotel if you're arriving on a late Madrid Airport to Baltimore Washington International Airport flight. Reserve one of these accommodation options near BWI instead:
Fast-track your adventure by picking up a Baltimore Washington International Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Dollar, Thrifty or Budget and explore beyond Washington DC's main sights.
Booking your vehicle from Baltimore Washington International Airport around two weeks ahead can help you get the best possible rate.
Getting from Baltimore Washington International Airport (BWI) to central Washington DC
Baltimore Washington International Airport to central Washington DC has a drive time of around 40 minutes. It's approximately 48 kilometres away.
If you're travelling on public transport, expect a journey of about 50 minutes.
When to fly to Baltimore Washington International Airport (BWI)
The quietest month for a flight from Madrid Airport to Baltimore Washington International Airport is March, while July is the busiest. Choose the best time to visit Washington DC based on whether you prefer a more relaxed vibe or a faster pace.
Lock in your flight from Madrid Airport to Baltimore Washington International Airport for July if you want to go to Washington DC during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures of between 19ºC (66ºF) and 33ºC (91ºF).
Look for cheap tickets from MAD to BWI in January if you'd rather travel during cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between -6ºC (21ºF) and 10ºC (50ºF) on average.
Explore more of the United States
Washington DC has plenty going for it, but there are so many other parts of the United States you'll want to see. About 322 kilometres north-east of Washington DC, a trip to New York will keep you on the move. Start with leading attractions like Central Park, Statue of Liberty and Metropolitan Museum of Art.
Philadelphia is another essential stop in the United States and is around 193 kilometres north-east of Washington DC. No journey is complete without seeing Independence Hall, Liberty Bell and Philadelphia Museum of Art.