Flying from Madrid Airport (MAD) to Genoa Airport (GOA): what you need to know
Around 2 hours 15 minutes is how long you can expect to be in the air on a direct flight from Madrid Airport to Genoa Airport.
Madrid and Genoa follow the same timezone, UTC+1.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are golden rules for hassle-free flying. Show up at the airport on time to board your MAD to GOA flight.
Flying during a peak month such as July? Public holidays and other popular periods can lead to longer queues and delays at airport checkpoints. Play things extra safe and get there up to four hours before international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
Volotea offers direct flights from Madrid Airport to Genoa Airport. Book with this popular carrier, then get ready to tick off the sights in Genoa — and maybe even more of Italy if you have time.
Most travellers choose to fly with Volotea on this route.
We make it a breeze to book a flight with a stopover. To see your options for tickets from Madrid Airport to Genoa Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, choose a flight with a stop long enough to explore the city of your choice. Stopovers between MAD and GOA include:
Barcelona Airport
Rome Fiumicino Airport
Munich Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Madrid Airport (MAD) to Genoa Airport (GOA)
38 € is currently the lowest price for a one-way Madrid Airport to Genoa Airport flight. Return flights start at 76 €. These prices can change depending on demand.
It's often best to book ahead of time if you're hoping to get cheap tickets from MAD to GOA. That's because airlines change prices based on demand, which tends to rise closer to the date of departure.
If you're flexible with your travel dates, try using the 'Whole month' search tool. It'll give you the cheapest price in every month when looking for your flight from Madrid Airport to Genoa Airport.
Getting your hands on cheap flights from MAD to GOA is a breeze with Price Alerts. Simply set up one of these automatic alerts and we'll notify you as soon as a new discounted fare appears.
Tailor your trip with filters. Pick your preferred arrival and departure times, total journey duration and airlines. You can also sort your results by 'Best,' 'Cheapest' or 'Fastest' flights from Madrid Airport to Genoa Airport.
Handy information about Madrid Airport (MAD)
When it comes to the on-time performance of Madrid Airport, data shows 77% of flights arrive within the scheduled timeframe.
Madrid Airport is around 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.
Planning to catch public transport? Expect a journey time of around 30 minutes.
Need a handy hotel near MAD? If you've booked an early flight from Madrid Airport to Genoa Airport, these accommodation options will have you moments from your departure gate:
Arriving at Genoa Airport (GOA)
Consider booking a hotel near GOA if you're on a late Madrid Airport to Genoa Airport flight. Settle into one of these options and skip the long transfer after landing:
Travel at your own speed with a Genoa Airport rental car. Pick up a set of wheels from Maggiore, Sicily by Car or ecovia and see more of Genoa and beyond.
Secure the lowest price by booking your ride from Genoa Airport around one week before your trip.
Getting from Genoa Airport (GOA) to central Genoa
From Genoa Airport, Genoa is approximately 8 kilometres away. It takes around 20 minutes to drive to the centre.
If you're using public transport, expect a journey of roughly 30 minutes.
When to fly to Genoa Airport (GOA)
September is the busiest month for flights from Madrid Airport to Genoa Airport. To escape the crowds, go to Genoa in March.
When booking your flight from Madrid Airport to Genoa Airport, consider the type of weather you like. August is the warmest month in Genoa, with the temperature ranging from 17ºC (63ºF) to 30ºC (86ºF).
If you like cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from MAD to GOA in January. Average temperatures are between 0ºC (32ºF) and 11ºC (52ºF) then.
Explore more of Italy
Genoa has its own special appeal, but there are so many other corners of Italy you'll want to see. About 402 kilometres south-east of Genoa, a visit to Rome will keep you on the go. Start with attractions like Vatican Museums, St. Peter's Basilica and Saint Peter's Square.
Milan is another must-experience destination in Italy and is around 121 kilometres north of Genoa. No journey is complete without dropping by Leonardo's Last Supper Museum, Teatro alla Scala and Milan Cathedral.