Flying from Beijing to Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport (MAD): What you need to know
Planning your getaway starts with figuring out where you'll fly out of in Beijing. Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK) is the city's main airport, so explore your options for reserving a flight from Beijing to Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport (MAD) jetting off from here.
Hop on a direct Beijing to Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport flight and you'll be in the air for around 12 hours 5 minutes.
Madrid is seven hours behind Beijing. Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport is located in Madrid, which is in the UTC+1 timezone.
With 12 direct weekly flights between the two airports, Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK) to Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport (MAD) is the busiest route. Air China operates the earliest flight at 1:55am. If you'd like to get more out of your day before you fly, the latest flight from PEK to MAD is with Air China at 3pm.
For a smooth journey, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This will give you enough time to board your flight from Beijing to MAD.
Be prepared for longer lines during popular months like August and other peak seasons. Arriving up to four hours in advance for international flights and two hours for domestic departures is a good idea.
Airports in Beijing
Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK)
Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK) will have you travelling directly to your destination. Nonstop flights from Beijing to Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport (MAD) depart from this terminal.
You can book a direct flight from Beijing to Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport with Air China. This well-known airline operates services from PEK.
Air China is the most frequently booked airline offering flights from PEK to MAD.
With 67.33% of its services arriving as planned, Air China is the top on-time carrier on this route.
Think about adding a stopover to find cheap flights from Beijing to MAD. Simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' when searching for departures from Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK). Pause your trip (and maybe pocket some savings) with a stop at one of these popular options:
London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
Frankfurt Airport (FRA)
Barcelona-El Prat Airport (BCN)
PEK is about 27 kilometres from central Beijing. If you're ride-sharing, catching a taxi or driving from the centre, it'll take you 45 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic conditions. If you're using public transport, expect the travel time to be around 50 minutes.
Booked an early flight from Beijing to Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the terminal (and sneak in some bonus sleep) by staying at one of these stays near Beijing Capital International Airport:
Beijing Capital International Airport has a strong on-time performance, reducing the likelihood of delays. Departures from PEK arrive on schedule 81% of the time.
You'll find PEK at Capital Airport Rd.
Beijing Daxing International Airport (PKX)
Split up your flight from Beijing to Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport with a stop so you can recharge or cross another place off your list. Some top stopovers between Beijing Daxing International Airport and MAD include:
London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
Amsterdam Schiphol Airport (AMS)
Doha Hamad International Airport (DOH)
You can arrive at PKX from the centre of Beijing in about 50 minutes by car (depending on traffic conditions). The journey on public transport takes roughly 45 minutes to cover the 48 kilometres or so.
Kick off your holiday early with an extra night away from home. Before your Beijing to MAD flight, stay in one of these hotels near Beijing Daxing International Airport:
Flights from Beijing Daxing International Airport have a proven record for punctuality, with 87% of them touching down as planned.
About Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport (MAD)
If you're coming in on a late flight from Beijing to Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport, few things top the convenience of staying near the terminal. Grab your luggage from the carousel and then be showered and resting not long after at one of these hotels near MAD:
To lock in the lowest price, book your ride around one week ahead of your Beijing to Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport flight.
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.
When travelling by public transport, expect a journey time of around 30 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Beijing to Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport (MAD)
$442 is the lowest price for a one-way ticket from Beijing to Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport. A return flight starts at $823. These prices can change depending on demand.
Snap up cheap flights from Beijing to MAD by booking one month ahead. Based on our research, that's the ideal time frame for landing a bargain.
Plan your trip for June. That's the best month for landing the biggest deals on Beijing to Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport tickets. If you have flexibility with your dates, use the 'Whole month' tool to find the lowest price across each month.
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The best time to fly from Beijing to Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport (MAD)
Think about the pace you're looking for when picking your flight dates. December is the quietest month to visit Madrid. July is when most people book flights from Beijing to Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport (MAD), which may be perfect if you'd rather travel when it's busy.
Before locking in your Beijing to MAD plane ticket, consider the type of weather you enjoy. July is the warmest month in Madrid, with temperatures ranging from 18ºC to 37ºC.
If you'd rather travel in cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from Beijing to Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport in January when temperatures are between 0ºC and 12ºC.
More about Madrid
Start your Madrid trip off on the right foot by choosing the perfect place to stay. After booking your flight from Beijing to Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport, browse our range of accommodation options including:
All great journeys should include a little sightseeing. Museo del Prado, Thyssen-Bornemisza National Museum and Plaza Mayor are must-do's during your Madrid adventure.
Explore more of Spain
You've visited Madrid, now it's time to discover more of Spain. Travel around 274 kilometres northeast to Zaragoza to check off its top attractions. From Plaza del Pilar to La Seo del Salvador and Basílica de Nuestra Senora del Pilar, you'll have a packed itinerary ahead.
If you're ready to explore another great destination in Spain, consider Salamanca, roughly 193 kilometres west of Madrid. Catedral de Salamanca, Salamanca, Casco Historico and Plaza Mayor are key reasons to visit.