Travelling from Southampton Airport (SOU) to Madrid Airport (MAD): what you need to know
Madrid's timezone is UTC+1, making Madrid one hour ahead of Southampton.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are golden rules for hassle-free flying. Make sure you're at the airport on time to board your SOU to MAD flight.
During popular months like July, it's a good idea to get to the airport earlier than usual. Plan to arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead of international flights whenever you're travelling during peak periods in general.
If you want to break up your flight, simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Southampton Airport to Madrid Airport. These are the top stopovers between SOU and MAD:
Amsterdam Schiphol Airport
Dublin Airport
Malaga Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Southampton Airport (SOU) to Madrid Airport (MAD)
Currently, 62 € is the cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Southampton Airport to Madrid Airport flight. The best price for a return ticket is 158 €. Keep in mind that fares could change due to availability when booking.
It's a good idea to book in advance if you're looking for cheap tickets from SOU to MAD. That's because airlines adjust prices based on demand, which tends to rise closer to the date of departure.
If you can be flexible with your travel dates, try using the 'Whole month' search tool. It'll give you the cheapest price across every month when searching for your flight from Southampton Airport to Madrid Airport.
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Select your ideal arrival and departure times, number of stops and airlines with the filters. Alternatively, sort your results by 'Cheapest' to find the best deals on flights from Southampton Airport to Madrid Airport.
Handy information about Southampton Airport (SOU)
72% of flights that leave from Southampton Airport make it to their destination on time.
To get to Southampton Airport from central Southampton, it'll take around 15 minutes by car. Of course, this depends on traffic. It's approximately 10 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
Taking public transport? You can expect a journey time of around 25 minutes.
Looking for a handy hotel close to SOU? If you're boarding an early flight from Southampton Airport to Madrid Airport, these accommodation options will put you moments from check-in:
Arriving at Madrid Airport (MAD)
The last thing you want is a long journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on a Southampton Airport to Madrid Airport flight. Book one of these accommodation options near MAD instead:
Explore without limits with a Madrid Airport rental car. Pick up your wheels from Record Go, Goldcar or Click and Rent and experience more of Madrid and beyond.
Get the best deal by reserving your vehicle from Madrid Airport around one week before your trip.
Getting from Madrid Airport (MAD) to central Madrid
Madrid Airport to the centre of Madrid has a drive time of about 20 minutes. It's approximately 13 kilometres away.
If you're travelling on public transport, expect a journey time of around 30 minutes.
When to fly to Madrid Airport (MAD)
The quietest month for a flight from Southampton Airport to Madrid Airport is March, while July is the most popular. Pick the best time to go to Madrid based on whether you prefer a bustling atmosphere or a more laid-back vibe.
Lock in your flight from Southampton Airport to Madrid Airport for July if you'd like to visit Madrid during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 18ºC (64ºF) and 37ºC (99ºF).
If you like travelling in cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from SOU to MAD in January. Average temperatures are between 0ºC (32ºF) and 12ºC (54ºF) then.
Explore more of Spain
Zaragoza is just one of the many places in Spain waiting to be discovered once you've seen Madrid. Around 274 kilometres away to the north-east, its best attractions include Plaza del Pilar, La Seo del Salvador and Basílica de Nuestra Senora del Pilar.
If you want to check out another major destination in Spain, consider Salamanca, about 177 kilometres west of Madrid. Catedral de Salamanca, Salamanca, Casco Historico and Plaza Mayor are the start of reasons to visit.