Travelling from Dusseldorf to Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport (MAD): What you need to know
Dusseldorf's main base, Dusseldorf Airport (DUS), is where many unforgettable trips begin. Explore the options for leaving from here when booking your flight from Dusseldorf to Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport (MAD).
Take a direct Dusseldorf to Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport flight and you'll be travelling for around 2 hours 40 minutes.
Madrid's timezone is UTC+1, which is the same as Dusseldorf. Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport is located in Madrid.
The busiest route is from Dusseldorf Airport (DUS) to Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport (MAD), with 22 direct weekly services. If you want to be on your way right away, the earliest flight from DUS to MAD is the 6:20am Iberia service. If you prefer travelling later, the final departure is at 7:55pm with Iberia.
Get to the airport on time so you don't miss your flight from Dusseldorf to MAD. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid sprinting to your gate.
During popular months such as September, it's a good idea to get to the airport well in advance. Plan to arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead for an international flight when you travel during a peak period in general.
Airports in Dusseldorf
Dusseldorf Airport (DUS)
Dusseldorf Airport (DUS) provides a hassle-free way to reach your destination. Nonstop flights from Dusseldorf to Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport (MAD) can be booked from this terminal.
Book your direct flight from Dusseldorf to Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport with Iberia. This popular carrier operates departures from DUS.
The majority of passengers prefer to book seats with Iberia between DUS and MAD.
Iberia takes the top spot for on-time performance. A reliable 91.43% of its services on this route arrive as planned.
DUS is about 11 kilometres from central Dusseldorf. If you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a taxi from the centre, it'll take you 20 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic. If you're using public transport, expect the trip time to be around 20 minutes.
Want a hassle-free start to your break? Stay near Dusseldorf Airport. Whether you're boarding an early flight from Dusseldorf to Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport or prefer not to feel hurried, these hotels are the ideal choice:
80% of flights departing from Dusseldorf Airport touch down at their destination according to schedule. Given its reliable on-time performance, delays are unlikely when jetting out of DUS.
Dusseldorf Weeze Airport (NRN)
Break up your flight from Dusseldorf to Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport with a stop so you can stretch your legs or perhaps go somewhere you've never been before. Some top stopovers between Dusseldorf Weeze Airport and MAD are:
Palma de Mallorca Airport (PMI)
Ibiza Airport (IBZ)
Tangier Ibn Battouta Airport (TNG)
You can reach NRN from the centre of Dusseldorf in approximately 1 hour 5 minutes by car, depending on traffic conditions. The journey by public transport takes roughly 2 hours to travel the 72 kilometres or so.
Flying off with the first light? Think about checking in to one of these hotels near Dusseldorf Weeze Airport the day before your Dusseldorf to MAD flight:
Flights from Dusseldorf Weeze Airport have a strong track record for punctuality, with 85% of them touching down on schedule.
About Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport (MAD)
The last thing you want is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late flight from Dusseldorf to Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport. Get comfy at one of these accommodation options near MAD instead:
Get the best deal by booking your ride around one week before your Dusseldorf to Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport flight.
Getting from Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport (MAD) to central Madrid
Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport is around 13 kilometres from central Madrid. It takes around 20 minutes or so to drive to the city.
Travelling by public transport will take you around 30 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Dusseldorf to Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport (MAD)
$61 is currently the lowest price for a one-way ticket from Dusseldorf to Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport. Return flights start at $141. These prices may change depending on demand and availability.
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The best time to fly from Dusseldorf to Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport (MAD)
December is the quietest month for flights from Dusseldorf to Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport (MAD), while July is the most popular. Work out the best time to visit Madrid based on whether you like a bustling atmosphere or a more laid-back vibe.
Lock in a Dusseldorf to MAD plane ticket departing in July if you want to explore the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures in Madrid to range from 18ºC (64ºF) to 37ºC (99ºF).
January has temperatures of between 0ºC (32ºF) and 12ºC (54ºF). Look for cheap tickets from Dusseldorf to Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport around that time if you'd rather travel in cooler conditions.
More about Madrid
Start your Madrid trip off on the right foot by choosing the perfect place to stay. As soon as you've booked your flight from Dusseldorf to Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport, browse our selection of accommodation options including:
There are loads of awesome things to do in Madrid when you're ready to sightsee. Kick off your exploring at Museo del Prado followed by Thyssen-Bornemisza National Museum and Plaza Mayor.
Explore more of Spain
Madrid is easy to fall in love with, but there are so many other parts of Spain just waiting to be explored. Around 274 kilometres northeast of Madrid, a visit to Zaragoza will keep your itinerary packed. Start with attractions like Plaza del Pilar, La Seo del Salvador and Basílica de Nuestra Senora del Pilar.
If there's time to check out another side of Spain, head for Salamanca, about 193 kilometres west of Madrid. Catedral de Salamanca, Salamanca, Casco Historico and Plaza Mayor are highlights.
