Flying from Seoul to Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport (MAD): What you need to know
Planning your getaway starts with figuring out where you'll leave from in Seoul. Seoul Incheon International Airport (ICN) is the city's main base, so check out your options for booking a flight from Seoul to Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport (MAD) jetting off from here.
The average time for a direct Seoul to Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport flight is 15 hours 10 minutes.
Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport is located in Madrid. The city follows the UTC+1 timezone and is eight hours behind Seoul.
The busiest route is from Seoul Incheon International Airport (ICN) to Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport (MAD). You can pick from 4 direct services each week. Korean Air operates a 9:55am departure between ICN and MAD.
Give yourself plenty of time to get on your flight from Seoul to MAD. It's generally best to arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Be prepared for longer queues during popular months such as January and other peak periods. Arriving up to four hours in advance for an international flight and two hours for a domestic departure will give you plenty of time for security and boarding.
Airports in Seoul
Seoul Incheon International Airport (ICN)
You can book a direct flight from Seoul to Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport (MAD) out of Seoul Incheon International Airport (ICN).
When leaving from ICN, you can take a direct flight from Seoul to Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport with Korean Air.
Korean Air is the most frequently booked airline offering flights from ICN to MAD.
Korean Air is the most consistent performer for punctuality on this route.
We make it easy to book cheap flights from Seoul to MAD that include a stopover. To explore your options departing from Seoul Incheon International Airport (ICN), deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, simply select a flight with a stop long enough to tour your chosen city. Top stopovers between ICN and MAD include:
Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK)
Munich Franz Joseph Strauss Airport (MUC)
Zurich Airport (ZRH)
Located around 48 kilometres from the centre of Seoul, ICN can be reached in about 1 hour 5 minutes by car (depending on traffic). The journey by public transport is roughly 50 minutes.
Looking for a convenient hotel near Seoul Incheon International Airport? If you've booked an early flight from Seoul to Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport, these stays will put you conveniently close to check-in:
74% of flights taking off from Seoul Incheon International Airport reach their destination on time.
Seoul Gimpo International Airport (GMP)
Break up your flight from Seoul to Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport with a stop at Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK). One of the main stopovers between Seoul Gimpo International Airport and MAD, it's the perfect opportunity to unwind before your onward flight.
You can get to GMP from the centre of Seoul in approximately 30 minutes by car, depending on traffic. The journey on public transport will take roughly 35 minutes to cover the 16 kilometres or so.
Want to treat yourself to an extra night away before catching your Seoul to MAD flight? Relax in a hotel near Seoul Gimpo International Airport before your trip officially starts. These stays have a room with your name on it:
Seoul Gimpo International Airport has a solid reputation for punctual service. 80% of flights out of here make it to their final destination as planned.
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 Seoul to Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport. Stay at one of these accommodation options near MAD instead:
Booking your vehicle around one week in advance of your Seoul to Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport flight can help you secure the lowest rate.
Getting from Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport (MAD) to central Madrid
Central Madrid is around 13 kilometres from Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport and takes about 20 minutes to reach by car. See what your options are for making the trip into the city, whether that's with a taxi, car hire or ride-share.
Travelling by public transport takes roughly 30 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Seoul to Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport (MAD)
Right now, $304 is the lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Seoul to Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport. The cheapest price for a return flight is $632. Remember fares can change due to availability at the time of booking.
Booking in advance is often the key to scoring a cheap flight from Seoul to MAD. Airlines adjust prices based on demand, so the closer you get to departure, the more you'll likely pay.
Affordable Seoul to Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport tickets are easier to find when your dates are flexible. Use the 'Whole month' tool to compare fares across the month and then fly out on the cheapest day.
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The best time to fly from Seoul to Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport (MAD)
It's time to decide your travel dates for your flight from Seoul to Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport (MAD). July is the busiest month to travel to Madrid. If you like your getaways a little more chill, go in December.
Before locking in your Seoul to MAD plane ticket, consider what kind of weather works for you. July is the warmest month in Madrid, with temperatures ranging from 18ºC (64ºF) to 37ºC (99ºF).
Look for cheap tickets from Seoul 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 searching for somewhere to rest your head, you'll find the most popular stays in Madrid right here. Check out these options once you've booked your flight from Seoul to Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport:
Your visit to Madrid won't be complete without checking out the sights. Leading attractions that should be on your list include Museo del Prado, Thyssen-Bornemisza National Museum and Plaza Mayor.
Explore more of Spain
Madrid has plenty to offer, but there are so many other parts of Spain just waiting to be discovered. About 274 kilometres northeast of Madrid, a visit to Zaragoza will keep you on the go. Start with leading sights like Plaza del Pilar, La Seo del Salvador and Basílica de Nuestra Senora del Pilar.
If there's time to check out another side of Spain, consider Salamanca, roughly 193 kilometres west of Madrid. Catedral de Salamanca, Salamanca, Casco Historico and Plaza Mayor are among the biggest draws.
