Travelling from Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport (MAD) to Svalbard Airport (LYR): what you need to know
For a smooth journey, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This way, you'll have plenty of time to board your MAD to LYR flight.
You'll likely experience longer lines during popular months like July. Arriving up to four hours in advance for an international flight and two hours for a domestic departure will give you ample time for security and boarding.
Take a detour to a new city or break up your flight with a stopover. Just deselect 'Direct flights only' to see your options when searching for tickets from Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport to Svalbard Airport. Many passengers pass through Oslo Airport Gardermoen on this route.
How to find the cheapest flights from Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport (MAD) to Svalbard Airport (LYR)
Currently, $382 is the cheapest price we've found for a one-way Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport to Svalbard Airport flight. The best price for a return plane ticket is $628. Remember that fares could change due to demand when booking.
Don't wait until the last moment. You're more likely to get cheap tickets from MAD to LYR if you book ahead. Airlines often have some fantastic early bird rates.
If you can be flexible with your travel plans, try using the 'Whole month' tool. It'll find the cheapest price across every month when looking for your flight from Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport to Svalbard Airport.
You won't have to check back in every day to find out if fares have dropped when you set up a Price Alert. We'll notify you the moment there's a better deal on cheap flights from MAD to LYR.
Choose your preferred departure and arrival times, airlines and number of stops with the filters. Or sort your results by 'Cheapest' to see the best deals on flights from Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport to Svalbard Airport.
Handy information about Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport (MAD)
Of the departures from Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport, 78.23% arrive on time at their destination.
To get to Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport from central Madrid, it'll take around 25 minutes by car. This depends on traffic, however. It's approximately 18 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
The journey when using public transport usually takes 35 minutes.
Get your travels off to a relaxed start by staying near MAD. Whether you have an early flight from Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport to Svalbard Airport or just don't like being rushed, these hotels are ideal:
Arriving at Svalbard Airport (LYR)
The last thing you want is a long trip to your hotel if you're arriving on a late Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport to Svalbard Airport flight. Reserve one of these accommodation options near LYR instead:
Getting from Svalbard Airport (LYR) to central Longyearbyen
From Svalbard Airport, Longyearbyen is approximately 5 kilometres away. It takes around 5 minutes to get to the centre driving.
When to fly to Svalbard Airport (LYR)
The quietest month for a flight from Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport to Svalbard Airport is June, while July is the most popular. Choose the best time to visit Longyearbyen based on whether you prefer a faster pace or a more relaxed vibe.
Book your flight from Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport to Svalbard Airport for July if you'd like to explore Longyearbyen during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 1ºC (34ºF) and 9ºC (48ºF).
If you'd rather travel in cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from MAD to LYR in March. Temperatures average between -22ºC (-8ºF) and -6ºC (21ºF) then.
Explore more of Norway
Barentsburg is just one of the many cities in Norway waiting to be discovered after you've seen Longyearbyen. Around 40 kilometres away to the south-west, popular attractions include Barentsburg Pomor museum, The Orthodox Church and ART ARCTIC GALLERY.
