Travelling from Madrid Airport (MAD) to Santorini (Thira) Airport (JTR): what you need to know
The average time for a direct flight from Madrid Airport to Santorini (Thira) Airport is 3 hours 40 minutes.
The timezone in Santorini (Thira) is UTC+2, which is one hour ahead of Madrid.
Arrive at the airport on time so you don't miss your MAD to JTR flight. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid any last-minute rush.
Travelling during a peak time such as July? Public holidays and other high seasons can lead to longer queues and delays at airport checkpoints. Play it safe and arrive up to four hours before an international flight and two hours before a domestic departure.
Travelling to Santorini (Thira) (and then seeing more of Greece!) is a breeze with Iberia. This popular carrier has direct flights from Madrid Airport to Santorini (Thira) Airport.
Most passengers choose to fly with Iberia on this route.
We make it simple to book a flight with a stopover. To see all your options for tickets from Madrid Airport to Santorini (Thira) Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, choose a flight with a stop long enough to tour the city of your choice. Popular stopovers between MAD and JTR include:
Barcelona Airport
Athens International Airport
Lyon Airport
Handy information about Madrid Airport (MAD)
Of all flights departing from Madrid Airport, 77% land on time at their destination.
To get to Madrid Airport from central Madrid, it takes about 20 minutes if you're travelling by car. Of course, this depends on traffic. It's approximately 13 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
You can expect a journey time of roughly 30 minutes on public transport.
Booked an early flight from Madrid Airport to Santorini (Thira) Airport? Avoid the stress of rushing to the terminal (and get some extra shut-eye) by picking one of these hotels near MAD:
Arriving at Santorini (Thira) Airport (JTR)
Consider staying in a hotel near JTR if you're catching a late Madrid Airport to Santorini (Thira) Airport flight. Pick one of these accommodation options and avoid the hassle of a long transfer:
Fast-track your adventure by picking up a Santorini (Thira) Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Goldcar, CarQ or Centauro and experience the lesser-explored corners of Santorini (Thira) and beyond.
Booking your ride from Santorini (Thira) Airport about three weeks ahead increases your chances of getting a good deal.
When to fly to Santorini (Thira) Airport (JTR)
August is the most popular month for flights from Madrid Airport to Santorini (Thira) Airport. To skip the crowds, visit Santorini (Thira) in March.
The warmest month in Santorini (Thira) is August, with temperatures ranging between 23ºC (73ºF) and 27ºC (81ºF). Book your flights from Madrid Airport to Santorini (Thira) Airport in this month if this is the type of weather you like.
Look for cheap tickets from MAD to JTR in January if you'd rather travel during cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between 10ºC (50ºF) and 16ºC (61ºF) on average.
Explore more of Greece
Athens is just one of the many cities in Greece waiting to be explored after you've seen Santorini (Thira). Around 225 kilometres away to the north-west, check out popular attractions including Acropolis of Athens, The Parthenon and Erechtheion.
If you want to check out another well-known destination in Greece, consider Larisa, about 451 kilometres north-west of Santorini (Thira). Larissa Ancient Ruins, Municipal Art Gallery of Larissa and The Church Of St. George are highlights.

