Flying from Bristol Airport (BRS) to Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport (MAD): what you need to know
Around 2 hours 15 minutes is how long you can expect to be travelling on a direct flight from Bristol Airport to Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport.
Madrid's timezone is UTC+1, which makes Madrid one hour ahead of Bristol.
Flights from BRS to MAD start from 07:15 — the earliest with easyJet. The latest departure is at 20:10 with Ryanair. Overall, there are six weekly Bristol Airport to Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport flights.
Arrive at the airport on time so you don't miss your BRS to MAD flight. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid the stress of rushing.
You can expect longer lines during popular months like August. Arriving up to four hours in advance for an international flight and two hours for domestic departures is a wise move.
Ryanair has direct flights from Bristol Airport to Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport. Book with this popular airline, then get ready to see the sights in Madrid — and maybe even more of Spain if your schedule allows.
Ryanair has the highest passenger demand on this route.
Ryanair is the most punctual carrier operating BRS to MAD flights.
If you'd like to break up your flight, just uncheck 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Bristol Airport to Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport. These are the most popular stopovers between BRS and MAD:
Nantes Atlantique Airport
Bilbao Airport
Charles de Gaulle Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Bristol Airport (BRS) to Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport (MAD)
The lowest price we've seen for a one-way Bristol Airport to Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport flight is RM103. A round-trip ticket is currently RM205. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares can change.
Book five months before you travel. After looking at the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you'll want to book ahead to find cheap tickets from BRS to MAD.
The cheapest month for flights from Bristol Airport to Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport is April. Use the 'Whole month' tool to find the lowest prices if you have a flexible travel schedule.
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Find the ideal flight for you by using the filters. To see the 'Fastest,' 'Best' or 'Cheapest' flights from Bristol Airport to Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport, use the 'Sort by' function. You can also filter results by airline, arrival and departure times, and number of stops.
Handy information about Bristol Airport (BRS)
When it comes to Bristol Airport's on-time performance, data shows 69.8% of flights arrive within the expected timeframe.
Central Bristol to Bristol Airport is approximately 16 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take about 25 minutes to get there if you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving.
Planning to take public transport? Expect a journey time of around 1 hour 15 minutes.
Booked an early flight from Bristol Airport to Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport? Avoid the last-minute rush to the terminal (and sneak in some extra precious sleep) by picking one of these stays near BRS:
Arriving at Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport (MAD)
Consider booking a hotel close to MAD if you have a late Bristol Airport to Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport flight. Settle into one of these options and make your arrival easier:
Pick up an Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport rental car and explore Madrid and beyond with your own set of wheels. Record Go, Goldcar and Click and Rent are top providers to choose from here.
Secure the lowest price by booking your vehicle from Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport around one week ahead of your departure.
Getting from Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport (MAD) to central Madrid
Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport to central Madrid has a drive time of about 25 minutes. It's approximately 18 kilometres away.
Travelling on public transport takes around 35 minutes.
When to fly to Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport (MAD)
July is the most popular month for flights from Bristol Airport to Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport. For a quieter experience, visit Madrid in April.
Book your flight from Bristol Airport to Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport for July if you'd like to go to Madrid during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures of between 17ºC (63ºF) and 36ºC (97ºF).
Look for cheap tickets from BRS to MAD in January if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between 0ºC (32ºF) and 11ºC (52ºF) on average.
Explore more of Spain
You've seen Madrid, now it's time to explore other corners of Spain. Journey about 274 kilometres north-east to Zaragoza to check off its top attractions. From Puente de Piedra to Museo Pablo Gargallo and El Tubo, there's plenty to keep you busy.
If you're looking to explore another side of Spain, consider Salamanca, about 177 kilometres west of Madrid. Plaza Mayor, S.O.U. Servicio de Orientación al Universitario. Universidad de Salamanca and Pontifical University of Salamanca are key highlights.