Travelling from Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport (MAD) to Stockholm: what you need to know
Around 4 hours 5 minutes is how long you can expect to be in the air on a direct flight from Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport to Stockholm.
Stockholm's timezone is UTC+1, which is the same as Madrid (the location of Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport).
Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport (MAD) to Stockholm Arlanda Airport (ARN) is the most traveled route. When booking your flight, you can select from 11 services a week between MAD and ARN.
For a relaxed start to your MAD to Stockholm flight, allow plenty of time to check in and drop off your luggage. Turning up two hours ahead of international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the standard rule.
You can expect longer lines during popular months like July. Arriving up to four hours in advance for international flights and two hours for a domestic departure is a wise move.
Direct Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport to Stockholm tickets are available for booking. Stockholm Arlanda Airport (ARN) is where you'll step off the plane.
Keep an eye out for offers from Iberia. This airline has direct flights from Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport to Stockholm.
A stopover is the ideal opportunity to break up your journey and maybe even tick a new city off your list. When browsing for plane tickets from MAD to Stockholm, uncheck the 'Direct flights only' box to see where you can visit along the way. Top options include:
Amsterdam Schiphol Airport (AMS)
Copenhagen Airport (CPH)
Warsaw Chopin Airport (WAW)
MAD is around 13 kilometres from central Madrid. If you're ride-sharing, catching a taxi or driving from the centre, it'll take 20 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic conditions. If you're planning to take public transport, expect the trip time to be around 30 minutes.
Searching for a hotel close to MAD? If you're catching an early flight from Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport to Stockholm, these stays will put you moments from your departure gate:
When it comes to the on-time performance of Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport, 77% of flights complete their journey on time.
How to find the cheapest flights from Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport (MAD) to Stockholm
43 € is the cheapest price we've found for a one-way Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport to Stockholm flight. A round-trip plane ticket right now is 92 €. Depending on when and how early you book, these fares may change.
Book one month before travelling. Research on pricing trends suggests this is the ideal window for finding cheap flights from MAD to Stockholm.
The best month for picking up cheap Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport to Stockholm tickets is June. Use the 'Whole month' tool to compare all available prices, then choose the dates that offer the biggest savings.
You don't need to check every day to see if fares have dropped when you set up a Price Alert. We'll update you as soon as there's an extra saving on cheap flights from MAD to Stockholm.
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Airports in Stockholm
Stockholm Arlanda Airport (ARN)
Stockholm Arlanda Airport (ARN) to the centre of Stockholm takes around 40 minutes to reach by car. The centre is roughly 40 kilometres away.
If you're taking public transport, expect a journey time of about 30 minutes.
If you're arriving on a late flight from Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport to Stockholm, few things beat the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Pick up your bags from the carousel and then be showered and snoozing not long after at one of these accommodation options near ARN:
To lock in the lowest price, book your ride from Stockholm Arlanda Airport around one week in advance of your flight from MAD to Stockholm.
Stockholm Skavsta Airport (NYO)
After your flight from Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport to Stockholm has landed, you can get to the city centre in about 1 hour 25 minutes by car. Central Stockholm is roughly 97 kilometres from Stockholm Skavsta Airport (NYO).
Public transport will get you there in around 1 hour 30 minutes.
Get comfortable at a hotel shortly after your MAD to Stockholm flight. Aiden by Best Western Skavsta Airport and Comfortable apartment are easy to get to from NYO.
Get your ideal vehicle, not just whatever's left, by booking your ride from NYO ahead of your arrival. You'll also avoid last-minute price hikes, especially during busy airport times.
Stockholm Vasteras Airport (VST)
Set your sights on the city centre after your flight from Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport to Stockholm has touched down. Central Stockholm is about 97 kilometres from Stockholm Vasteras Airport (VST) and takes roughly 1 hour 10 minutes to reach by taxi or ride-share.
If you travel by public transport, the journey will take you about 1 hour 30 minutes.
If you don't want to make the journey to the centre, choose a hotel close to VST. Get comfortable at one of these stays after your MAD to Stockholm flight:
Plan ahead and get the perks. Book your ride from VST two weeks before your flight from Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport to Stockholm for the best deals.
Best time to go to Stockholm
January is the quietest month for flights from Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport to Stockholm, while September is the busiest. Figure out the ideal time to visit Stockholm based on whether you want a laid-back vibe or a more bustling atmosphere.
Book a Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport to Stockholm plane ticket with a departure in July if you want to experience the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures to range from 12ºC (54ºF) to 25ºC (77ºF).
Search for cheap tickets from MAD to Stockholm in January if you'd rather travel during cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between -8ºC (18ºF) and 4ºC (39ºF) on average.
More about Stockholm
Start your Stockholm trip off on the right foot by choosing the perfect place to stay. After booking your flight from Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport to Stockholm, check out our selection of hotels including:
Every great journey has to include some sightseeing. Grona Lund, Vasa Museum and King's Garden are must-visits when exploring Stockholm.
Explore more of Sweden
You've seen Stockholm, now it's time to discover more of Sweden. Travel about 483 kilometres southwest to Helsingborg to tick off its must-visit sights. From Sofiero Gard to Sofiero Palace and Helsingborg Castle, you'll have a full itinerary ahead.
If you want to check out another major stop in Sweden, head for Lund, about 499 kilometres southwest of Stockholm. Lund Cathedral, The Historical Museum and Medieval Museum (Drottens Museet) are among its highlights.