Flying from Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport (MAD) to Frankfurt: what you need to know
The average time for a direct flight from Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport to Frankfurt is 2 hours 45 minutes.
Madrid (the location of Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport) and Frankfurt are in the same timezone — UTC+1.
With 60 flights a week between the two airports, Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport (MAD) to Frankfurt Airport (FRA) is the most popular route. Lufthansa operates the earliest flight at 06:00. If you prefer to make the most of your day before taking off, the latest flight from MAD to FRA is with Iberia at 19:45.
For a relaxed start to your MAD to Frankfurt flight, leave enough time for things like baggage drop and finding your gate. Arriving two hours before international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the standard rule.
Be prepared for longer lines in popular months such as July. Arriving up to four hours in advance for an international flight and two hours for domestic departures will help ensure a smooth travel experience.
Begin your trip at MAD and fly straight to Frankfurt Airport (FRA). That will be your arrival point when searching for Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport to Frankfurt tickets.
You can choose from various carriers that offer direct flights from Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport to Frankfurt, including:
We make it a breeze to book plane tickets from MAD to Frankfurt with a stopover. To see all your options, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, pick a flight offering a stop long enough to explore the city of your choice. The most sought-after stopovers include:
Barcelona-El Prat Airport (BCN)
Zurich Airport (ZRH)
Palma de Mallorca Airport (PMI)
The journey from central Madrid to MAD takes about 30 minutes on public transport. If you drive, ride-share or grab a taxi, you'll cover the 13 kilometres in 20 minutes or so, depending on traffic conditions.
Have an early flight from Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport to Frankfurt? Avoid the stress of rushing to the airport (and sneak in some extra precious sleep) by choosing one of these hotels close to MAD:
Of the flights that depart from Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport, 77% land on schedule at their destination.
How to find the cheapest flights from Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport (MAD) to Frankfurt
38 € is currently the best price for a one-way Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport to Frankfurt flight. Return plane tickets start from 77 €. These fares can change based on availability.
Don't leave everything to the last minute. You're more likely to pick up cheap flights from MAD to Frankfurt if you book in advance. Airlines often offer some fantastic early bird deals.
Finding cheap tickets from Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport to Frankfurt is more likely if you're flexible with your dates. Try using the 'Whole month' tool to access the lowest prices across the month and pick up a sweet deal.
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Airports in Frankfurt
Frankfurt Airport (FRA)
The distance from Frankfurt Airport (FRA) to central Frankfurt is roughly 11 kilometres. It'll take you about 25 minutes to reach the centre driving.
It'll take around 20 minutes to get there by public transport.
If you have a late flight from Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport to Frankfurt, few things beat the convenience of staying near the terminal. Grab your luggage from the carousel and then be showered and relaxing not long after at one of these hotels near FRA:
Reserving your ride from Frankfurt Airport about three weeks ahead of your flight from MAD to Frankfurt can help you lock in the best possible rate.
Frankfurt Hahn Airport (HHN)
Frankfurt Hahn Airport (HHN) is about 121 kilometres from the centre of Frankfurt. Once you've hopped off your flight from Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport to Frankfurt, it'll take you around 1 hour 25 minutes to reach the heart of the city in a taxi or ride-share.
You can expect the journey to take about 2 hours 10 minutes on public transport.
Following your MAD to Frankfurt flight, unwind at a hotel close to HHN. These are some great accommodation options that'll help you slip into relaxation mode:
Get exactly what you want. Booking your ride from HHN four weeks ahead of time often means more savings and a wider selection of vehicles.
Best time to go to Frankfurt
September is the most popular month for flights from Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport to Frankfurt. To steer clear of the crowds, plan your trip to Frankfurt in January.
When booking your Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport to Frankfurt plane ticket, think about the type of weather you enjoy. August is the warmest month in Frankfurt, with temperatures ranging from 12ºC (54ºF) to 29ºC (84ºF).
Search for cheap tickets from MAD to Frankfurt in January if you like travelling in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between -4ºC (25ºF) and 7ºC (45ºF) on average.
More about Frankfurt
Start your Frankfurt trip off on the right foot by choosing the ideal place to stay. Once you've booked your flight from Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport to Frankfurt, browse our selection of accommodation options including:
Bildungsstatte Anne Frank and Van Gogh Alive Frankfurt are just the start of the top attractions to add to your Frankfurt must-do list. Keep the adventure rolling by checking out Main Tower.
Explore more of Germany
Frankfurt has plenty going for it, but there are so many other parts of Germany just waiting to be explored. About 418 kilometres northeast of Frankfurt, a trip to Berlin will fill your itinerary to the brim. Start with popular sights like Brandenburg Gate, Berlin Wall and Parliament Building.
If you're ready to explore another corner of Germany, head for Hamburg, roughly 386 kilometres north of Frankfurt. Miniatur Wunderland, Elbphilharmonie Hamburg and Port of Hamburg are the start of reasons to visit.
