Travelling from Sharjah Airport (SHJ) to Madrid Airport (MAD): what you need to know
Madrid is three hours behind Sharjah and observes the UTC+1 timezone.
Get to the airport on time so you don't miss your SHJ to MAD flight. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid the stress of rushing.
During popular months like August, you'll want to get to the airport even earlier. Arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead for international flights whenever you're flying during a high season in general.
If you'd like to break up your flight, just deselect 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Sharjah Airport to Madrid Airport. These are the top stopovers between SHJ and MAD:
Istanbul Airport
Istanbul Sabiha Airport
Amman Queen Alia Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Sharjah Airport (SHJ) to Madrid Airport (MAD)
Currently, 158 € is the cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Sharjah Airport to Madrid Airport flight. The best price for a return ticket is 346 €. Remember that fares can change due to demand at the time of booking.
To find cheap tickets from SHJ to MAD, book in advance. Airlines typically offer the most competitive fares when flights are first made available.
The 'Whole month' search function shows you the cheapest flights from Sharjah Airport to Madrid Airport across the entire month. It's a great way to snap up a bargain if your travel dates are flexible.
You won't have to check every day to see if fares have dropped when you set up a Price Alert. We'll let you know the moment there's a better deal on cheap flights from SHJ to MAD.
Pick your ideal arrival and departure times, airlines and number of stops with the filters. Or sort your results by 'Cheapest' to get the best deals on flights from Sharjah Airport to Madrid Airport.
Handy information about Sharjah Airport (SHJ)
76% of flights departing from Sharjah Airport reach their destination on time.
To get to Sharjah Airport from central Sharjah, it'll take around 20 minutes if you're travelling by car. Of course, this depends on traffic. It's approximately 11 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
Expect a journey time of roughly 40 minutes when using public transport.
Get your break off to a hassle-free start by staying near SHJ. Whether you're taking an early flight from Sharjah Airport to Madrid Airport or just don't like being rushed, these hotels are ideal:
Arriving at Madrid Airport (MAD)
The last thing you need is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on a Sharjah Airport to Madrid Airport flight. Stay at one of these accommodation options near MAD instead:
Get on the fast track to adventure by picking up a Madrid Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Record Go, Goldcar or Click and Rent and explore beyond Madrid's main sights.
Lock in the best possible rate by reserving your ride from Madrid Airport about one week in advance of your trip.
Getting from Madrid Airport (MAD) to central Madrid
Madrid Airport to central Madrid has a drive time of about 20 minutes. It's approximately 13 kilometres away.
It'll take around 30 minutes when travelling by public transport.
When to fly to Madrid Airport (MAD)
July is the most popular month for flights from Sharjah Airport to Madrid Airport. To skip the crowds, go to Madrid in March.
When reserving your flight from Sharjah Airport to Madrid Airport, consider the type of weather you enjoy. July is the warmest month in Madrid, with the temperature ranging from 18ºC (64ºF) to 37ºC (99ºF).
January has average temperatures of between 0ºC (32ºF) and 12ºC (54ºF). Search for cheap tickets from SHJ to MAD sometime then if you'd rather travel in cooler conditions.
Explore more of Spain
Madrid has plenty going for it, but there are so many other parts of Spain you'll want to see. About 274 kilometres north-east of Madrid, a trip to Zaragoza will fill your itinerary to the brim. Start with attractions like Plaza del Pilar, La Seo del Salvador and Basílica de Nuestra Senora del Pilar.
If you're interested in discovering another great destination in Spain, head for Salamanca, about 177 kilometres west of Madrid. Catedral de Salamanca, Salamanca, Casco Historico and Plaza Mayor are key highlights.