Flying from Madrid Airport (MAD) to Granada Airport (GRX): what you need to know
The average time for a direct flight from Madrid Airport to Granada Airport is 1 hour 15 minutes.
Granada's timezone is UTC+1, which is the same as Madrid.
Every week, there are 20 Madrid Airport to Granada Airport flights. If you want to be on board early, jump on the 07:35 Iberia flight. If you're eager to make the most of your time before flying, the latest flight is at 19:55 with Iberia.
Your MAD to GRX flight won't wait if you're running late, so get to the airport with time to spare. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead when you're travelling internationally.
Flying during a peak month such as July? School holidays and other high seasons can mean longer queues at airport checkpoints. Play things extra safe and arrive up to four hours before an international flight and two hours before a domestic departure.
Getting to Granada (and then discovering more of Spain!) is a cinch with Iberia. This popular carrier offers direct flights from Madrid Airport to Granada Airport.
Most passengers choose to travel with Iberia on this route.
With 78.21% of services arriving as planned, Iberia is the most punctual carrier offering MAD to GRX flights.
If you'd like to break up your flight, just uncheck 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Madrid Airport to Granada Airport. These are the most popular stopovers between MAD and GRX:
Barcelona Airport
Palma - Majorca Airport
Melilla Airport
Handy information about Madrid Airport (MAD)
Of the flights that depart from Madrid Airport, 77% land on schedule at their destination.
Madrid Airport is around 13 kilometres from central Madrid. If you're catching a taxi, ride-sharing or driving from the centre, it'll take 20 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.
Planning to take public transport? Expect a journey time of around 30 minutes.
Get your journey off to a hassle-free start by staying near MAD. Whether you're catching an early flight from Madrid Airport to Granada Airport or want to avoid feeling rushed, these hotels are ideal:
Arriving at Granada Airport (GRX)
The last thing you want is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late Madrid Airport to Granada Airport flight. Stay at one of these accommodation options near GRX instead:
Pick up a Granada Airport rental car and explore Granada and beyond with your own wheels. Goldcar, Alamo and OK Mobility are popular providers you can book with here.
Booking your ride from Granada Airport around one week in advance can help you get the best possible rate.
When to fly to Granada Airport (GRX)
It's time to work out your dates for your flight from Madrid Airport to Granada Airport. December is the most popular month to head to Granada. If you'd like a more low-key vibe, go in August.
The warmest month in Granada is July, with temperatures ranging between 14ºC (57ºF) and 30ºC (86ºF). Book your flights from Madrid Airport to Granada Airport in this month if this is the type of weather you like.
If you'd rather travel in cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from MAD to GRX in January. Average temperatures are between -2ºC (28ºF) and 11ºC (52ºF) then.
Explore more of Spain
Granada is always a good idea, but there are so many other corners of Spain you should also see. Around 451 kilometres north of Granada, a visit to Salamanca will keep you on the go. Start with attractions like Catedral de Salamanca, Salamanca, Casco Historico and Plaza Mayor.
Around 209 kilometres south-west of Granada, Ceuta is another favourite stop in Spain. Experience this destination's highlights firsthand at Banos Arabes, Royal Walls and Fortaleza del Monte Hac.
