Travelling from Sacramento International Airport (SMF) to Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport (MAD): what you need to know
The timezone in Madrid is UTC+1, which is eight hours ahead of Sacramento.
Get to the airport on time so you don't miss your SMF to MAD flight. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid sprinting to your gate.
You can expect longer lines during popular months such as August. Arriving up to four hours in advance for international flights and two hours for domestic departures will give you ample time for security and boarding.
If you'd like to split up your journey, simply deselect 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Sacramento International Airport to Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport. Here are the top stopovers between SMF and MAD:
Los Angeles International Airport
Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport
O'Hare International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Sacramento International Airport (SMF) to Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport (MAD)
240 € is currently the lowest price for a one-way Sacramento International Airport to Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport flight. Return flights start from 376 €. These prices can change depending on availability and demand.
To get your hands on cheap tickets from SMF to MAD, book in advance. Airlines typically offer their most competitively priced fares when flights are first made available.
The 'Whole month' search function shows you the cheapest flights from Sacramento International Airport to Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport throughout the month. It's an easy way to snap up a bargain if your dates are flexible.
You don't need to check every day to find out if fares have dropped when you create a Price Alert. We'll let you know the moment there's a better deal on cheap flights from SMF to MAD.
Secure the right flight for you with the help of the filters. To see the 'Best,' 'Fastest' or 'Cheapest' flights from Sacramento International Airport to Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport, use the 'Sort by' tool. You can also filter by departure and arrival times, airline, and journey duration.
Handy information about Sacramento International Airport (SMF)
SMF is located at 6900 Airport Boulevard.
Sacramento International Airport maintains a strong on-time performance, so you're less likely to experience disruptions. Departures from SMF land on schedule 82.15% of the time.
Sacramento International Airport is about 19 kilometres from central Sacramento. If you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab from the centre, it'll take 15 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic.
The journey on public transport typically takes 25 minutes.
Want a hotel to stay in before your flight from Sacramento International Airport to Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport? Consider Holiday Inn Express & Suites Sacramento Airport Natomas. Enjoy a good night's rest here before making your way to SMF.
Arriving at Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport (MAD)
If you're arriving on a late Sacramento International Airport to Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport flight, nothing tops the convenience of staying near the terminal. Grab your bags from the carousel and then be showered and sleeping soon after at one of these options near MAD:
Begin your adventure by picking up an Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Record Go, Goldcar or Click and Rent and experience the lesser-explored corners of Madrid and beyond.
Lock in the lowest price by reserving your ride from Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport around one week before your travel date.
Getting from Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport (MAD) to central Madrid
From Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport, Madrid is approximately 18 kilometres away. It takes around 25 minutes to drive to the centre.
Getting to the centre by public transport typically takes 35 minutes.
When to fly to Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport (MAD)
The quietest month for a flight from Sacramento International Airport to Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport is April, while July is the most popular. Pick the best time to go to Madrid based on whether you prefer a more relaxed vibe or a faster pace.
The warmest month in Madrid is July, with temperatures ranging between 17ºC (63ºF) and 36ºC (97ºF). Book your flights from Sacramento International Airport to Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport in this month if you enjoy this type of weather.
Look for cheap tickets from SMF to MAD in January if you'd rather travel during cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between 0ºC (32ºF) and 11ºC (52ºF) on average.
Explore more of Spain
Zaragoza is just one of the many cities in Spain waiting to be explored once you've seen the sights of Madrid. Around 274 kilometres away to the north-east, check out popular attractions including Puente de Piedra, Museo Pablo Gargallo and El Tubo.
Around 177 kilometres west of Madrid, Salamanca is another favourite stop in Spain. Experience the best of this destination with a visit to Plaza Mayor, S.O.U. Servicio de Orientación al Universitario. Universidad de Salamanca and Pontifical University of Salamanca.
