Travelling from Madrid Airport (MAD) to Almeria Airport (LEI): what you need to know
The average length of a direct flight from Madrid Airport to Almeria Airport is 1 hour 15 minutes.
Almeria's timezone is UTC+1, which is the same as Madrid.
Flights from MAD to LEI start from 07:40 — the earliest with Iberia. The last departure is at 19:50 with Iberia. In total, you can take your pick of 20 weekly Madrid Airport to Almeria Airport flights.
To ensure you catch your MAD to LEI flight, leave plenty of time to navigate the airport and find your gate. Arriving two hours before international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the general travel rule.
During popular months like July, it's best to get to the airport earlier than normal. Plan to arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead of an international flight when you travel during peak periods in general.
Iberia offers direct flights from Madrid Airport to Almeria Airport. Book with this popular airline, then get ready to tick off the sights in Almeria — and maybe even more of Spain if time allows.
The airline that passengers book most often on this route is Iberia.
Iberia is a leader in on-time performance for MAD to LEI flights, with 84.92% of its services arriving as scheduled.
If you'd like to add a stop to your trip, just uncheck 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Madrid Airport to Almeria Airport. These are the most popular stopovers between MAD and LEI:
Barcelona Airport
Palma - Majorca Airport
Bilbao Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Madrid Airport (MAD) to Almeria Airport (LEI)
Right now, $74 is the cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Madrid Airport to Almeria Airport flight. The best price for a return plane ticket is $117. Remember that fares may change due to demand at the time of booking.
Score cheap tickets from MAD to LEI by booking at least two months ahead. According to our research, that's the sweet spot for bagging a bargain.
July is the cheapest month for flights from Madrid Airport to Almeria Airport. If you need to fly during a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will show you the lowest airfares for every month.
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Choose your preferred departure and arrival times, number of stops and airlines with the filters. Or sort your results by 'Cheapest' to get the best deals on flights from Madrid Airport to Almeria Airport.
Handy information about Madrid Airport (MAD)
Of the departures from Madrid Airport, 77% arrive on time at their destination.
Madrid Airport is around 13 kilometres from central Madrid. If you're driving, catching a taxi or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take you 20 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic.
Expect a journey time of around 30 minutes on public transport.
Taking an early flight from Madrid Airport to Almeria Airport? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the airport (and get some extra shut-eye) by choosing one of these stays near MAD:
Arriving at Almeria Airport (LEI)
The last thing you want is a lengthy trip to your hotel if you're getting in late on a Madrid Airport to Almeria Airport flight. Check in to one of these accommodation options near LEI instead:
Go where the road takes you with a Almeria Airport rental car. Book your wheels from Goldcar, Green Motion or Keddy By Europcar and experience more of Almeria and beyond.
To get the lowest price, book your vehicle from Almeria Airport around three weeks in advance.
When to fly to Almeria Airport (LEI)
The quietest month for a flight from Madrid Airport to Almeria Airport is March, while September is the busiest. Choose the best time to go to Almeria based on whether you prefer a more relaxed vibe or a faster pace.
Book your flight from Madrid Airport to Almeria Airport for August if you'd like to visit Almeria during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures of between 21ºC (70ºF) and 33ºC (91ºF).
Search for cheap tickets from MAD to LEI in January if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between 7ºC (45ºF) and 17ºC (63ºF) on average.
Explore more of Spain
Ceuta is just one of the many cities in Spain waiting to be discovered once you've seen the sights of Almeria. Around 274 kilometres away to the west, its top attractions include Banos Arabes, Royal Walls and Fortaleza del Monte Hac.
Around 177 kilometres south of Almeria, Melilla is another favourite stop in Spain. Experience major highlights starting with Plaza de Armas, Bateria de San Felipe and Fuerte del Rosario.
