Flying from Houston to Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport (MAD): What you need to know
The timezone in Madrid is UTC+1, which is seven hours ahead of Houston. Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport is located in Madrid.
For hassle-free travel, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This will give you enough time to board your flight from Houston to MAD.
If you're travelling during a peak month like July, be at the airport even earlier. It's smart to arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours ahead of domestic departures. Expect lines to be longer during high seasons like Thanksgiving, Christmas and New Year.
Airports in Houston
Houston George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH)
Think about adding a stopover to find cheap flights from Houston to MAD. Simply deselect 'Direct flights only' when browsing departures from Houston George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH). Pause your trip (and maybe pocket some savings) with a stop at one of these airports:
London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG)
Miami International Airport (MIA)
Located around 40 kilometres from the centre of Houston, IAH can be reached in about 30 minutes by car (depending on traffic). The journey on public transport is roughly 1 hour 10 minutes.
Looking for a comfortable hotel close to Houston George Bush Intercontinental Airport? If you've booked an early flight from Houston to Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport, these accommodation options will put you moments from check-in:
Of the flights that depart from Houston George Bush Intercontinental Airport, 79% touch down on time at their destination.
IAH is located at 16930 JFK Boulevard.
Houston Hobby Airport (HOU)
Make the most of your holiday with a stopover on your flight from Houston to Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport. Here's where you can connect between Houston Hobby Airport and MAD:
Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson International Airport (ATL)
Dallas Fort Worth International Airport (DFW)
Charlotte Douglas International Airport (CLT)
You can arrive at HOU from the centre of Houston in about 20 minutes by car, depending on traffic. The ride on public transport will take roughly 50 minutes to cover the 19 kilometres or so.
Taking off bright and early? Think about checking in to one of these accommodation options near Houston Hobby Airport the day before your Houston to MAD flight:
As far as flight punctuality goes, Houston Hobby Airport has an on-time arrival rate of 79%.
HOU is located at 7800 Airport Boulevard.
About Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport (MAD)
The last thing you need is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late flight from Houston to Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport. Check in to one of these accommodation options near MAD instead:
Lock in the best possible rate by booking your ride around one week before your Houston to Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport flight.
Getting from Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport (MAD) to central Madrid
From Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport, central Madrid is around 13 kilometres away. It takes about 20 minutes to reach the city centre by car.
It typically takes 30 minutes if you're travelling on public transport.
How to find the cheapest flights from Houston to Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport (MAD)
$373 is currently the best price for a one-way ticket from Houston to Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport. A return flight starts at $898. These prices may change depending on availability and demand.
Don't wait until the last moment. You're more likely to find cheap flights from Houston to MAD if you book early. Airlines often have some excellent early bird discounts.
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The best time to fly from Houston to Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport (MAD)
Think about the kind of holiday you want when planning the timing of your trip. December is the quietest month to go to Madrid. July is when most people book flights from Houston to Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport (MAD), which may be ideal if you enjoy travelling when it's busier.
Book a Houston to MAD plane ticket departing in July if you're eager to visit the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures in Madrid to range from 18ºC (64ºF) to 37ºC (99ºF).
Search for cheap tickets from Houston to Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport in January if you like travelling in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 0ºC (32ºF) and 12ºC (54ºF).
More about Madrid
When it comes to looking for somewhere to rest your head, you'll find the best places to stay in Madrid right here. Check out these hotels once you've locked in your flight from Houston to Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport:
You'll find plenty of awesome things to do in Madrid when you're ready to see the sights. Head straight for Museo del Prado followed by Thyssen-Bornemisza National Museum and Plaza Mayor.
Explore more of Spain
You've visited Madrid, now it's time to discover other parts of Spain. Travel around 274 kilometres northeast to Zaragoza to tick off its top attractions. From Plaza del Pilar to La Seo del Salvador and Basílica de Nuestra Senora del Pilar, your itinerary will be busy.
If you're interested in discovering another major destination in Spain, consider Salamanca, roughly 193 kilometres west of Madrid. Catedral de Salamanca, Salamanca, Casco Historico and Plaza Mayor are key reasons to visit.
