Flying from Madrid Airport (MAD) to New York Newark Airport (EWR): what you need to know
Around 8 hours 40 minutes is how long you can expect to be in the air on a direct flight from Madrid Airport to New York Newark Airport.
New York is six hours behind Madrid and observes the UTC-5 timezone.
There are 11 Madrid Airport to New York Newark Airport flights each week.
To ensure you get on your MAD to EWR flight, allow plenty of time to check in and find your gate. Turning up two hours ahead of international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the general rule.
During popular months such as July, you'll want to get to the airport earlier than normal. Arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead of an international flight whenever you're travelling during peak periods in general.
United is your ticket to exploring New York (and maybe even some other great parts of the United States!). Browse the direct flights from Madrid Airport to New York Newark Airport offered by this popular airline.
United is the most frequently booked airline on this route.
The most punctual carrier offering MAD to EWR flights is United. Its services land as planned 70.49% of the time.
We make it easy to book a flight with a stopover. To see your options for tickets from Madrid Airport to New York Newark Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, choose a flight with a stop long enough to explore the city of your choice. Stopovers between MAD and EWR include:
Lisbon Airport
Porto Airport
Ponta Delgada Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Madrid Airport (MAD) to New York Newark Airport (EWR)
264 € is currently the lowest price for a one-way Madrid Airport to New York Newark Airport flight. A return flight starts from 336 €. These fares can change depending on availability.
To pick up cheap tickets from MAD to EWR, book as early as you can. Airlines generally offer the most competitive fares when flights are first made available.
Organise your trip for May. That's the cheapest month for flights from Madrid Airport to New York Newark Airport. If you're flexible with your travel dates, try out the 'Whole month' tool to find the cheapest price across every month.
Stay on top of deals for cheap flights from MAD to EWR by creating a Price Alert. You'll get an email or push notification on the app when fares go down.
Choose your ideal departure and arrival times, airlines and number of stops with the filters. Alternatively, sort your results by 'Cheapest' to get the best deals on flights from Madrid Airport to New York Newark Airport.
Handy information about Madrid Airport (MAD)
77% of flights that take off from Madrid Airport touch down at their destination on schedule.
Madrid Airport is about 13 kilometres from central Madrid. If you're catching a taxi, ride-sharing or driving from the centre, it'll take you 20 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.
Taking public transport? Expect a journey time of around 30 minutes.
Looking for a handy hotel near MAD? If you're boarding an early flight from Madrid Airport to New York Newark Airport, these stays will have you sleeping moments from your departure lounge:
Arriving at New York Newark Airport (EWR)
The last thing you want is a lengthy trip to your hotel if you're arriving on a late Madrid Airport to New York Newark Airport flight. Reserve one of these accommodation options near EWR instead:
Go where the road takes you with a New York Newark Airport rental car. Pick up your wheels from Dollar, Budget or Thrifty and chase adventure across New York and beyond.
Reserving your ride from New York Newark Airport about three weeks ahead increases your chances of getting a good deal.
When to fly to New York Newark Airport (EWR)
December is the busiest month for flights from Madrid Airport to New York Newark Airport. For a quieter experience, travel to New York in September.
The warmest month in New York is July, with temperatures ranging between 18ºC (64ºF) and 30ºC (86ºF). Book your flights from Madrid Airport to New York Newark Airport in this month if this is the type of weather you like.
Look for cheap tickets from MAD to EWR in January if you like travelling in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between -6ºC (21ºF) and 8ºC (46ºF) on average.
Explore more of the United States
New York has plenty going for it, but there are so many other corners of the United States waiting to be explored. About 129 kilometres south-west of New York, a visit to Philadelphia will keep your itinerary busy. Start with leading attractions like Independence Hall, Liberty Bell and Philadelphia Museum of Art.
Around 306 kilometres north-east of New York, Boston is another essential stop in the United States. Start your sightseeing at Museum of Fine Arts Boston, Freedom Trail and Boston Tea Party Ships & Museum.