Flying from Badajoz Airport (BJZ) to Madrid Airport (MAD): what you need to know
Book a direct flight from Badajoz Airport to Madrid Airport and you'll be travelling for an average of 1 hour 15 minutes.
Badajoz and Madrid are both in the UTC+1 timezone. That means there's no time difference to adjust for.
You can choose from six weekly Badajoz Airport to Madrid Airport flights. The 09:20 departure with Iberia is the earliest you can take. Iberia operates the last service of the day at 19:55.
To ensure you get on your BJZ to MAD flight, leave enough time to check in and drop off your luggage. Turning up two hours before international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the general travel rule.
Flying during a peak time like July? Public holidays and other popular periods can mean longer queues at airport checkpoints. Play it safe and get there up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours before domestic departures.
Flying into Madrid (and then exploring more of Spain!) is a breeze with Iberia. This popular airline offers direct flights from Badajoz Airport to Madrid Airport.
Most travellers choose to fly with Iberia on this route.
Iberia leads the way as the most punctual carrier for BJZ to MAD flights, with 85.11% of services arriving as scheduled.
We make it easy to book a flight with a stopover. To see all your options for tickets from Badajoz Airport to Madrid Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, pick a flight that has a stop long enough to tour your chosen city. Popular stopovers between BJZ and MAD include:
Barcelona Airport
Palma - Majorca Airport
Gran Canaria Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Badajoz Airport (BJZ) to Madrid Airport (MAD)
The lowest price we've found for a one-way Badajoz Airport to Madrid Airport flight is $112. A round-trip fare right now is $151. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares can change.
Don't leave things to the last minute. You're more likely to find cheap tickets from BJZ to MAD if you book ahead. Airlines often offer some terrific early bird rates.
The cheapest month for flights from Badajoz Airport to Madrid Airport is May. Use the 'Whole month' tool to find the lowest prices if you have flexible travel dates.
Stay on top of deals for cheap flights from BJZ to MAD by setting up a Price Alert. You'll get an email or notification through the app when fares go down.
Lock in the ideal flight for you by using the filters. To see the 'Best,' 'Cheapest' or 'Fastest' flights from Badajoz Airport to Madrid Airport, use the 'Sort by' tool. You can also filter results by airline, departure and arrival times, and journey duration.
Handy information about Badajoz Airport (BJZ)
When it comes to Badajoz Airport's on-time performance, 78% of flights meet their scheduled arrival time.
Central Badajoz to Badajoz Airport is around 11 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take you about 15 minutes to get there if you're driving, catching a taxi or ride-sharing.
Planning to catch public transport? Expect a trip time of around 30 minutes.
If you're taking an early flight from Badajoz Airport to Madrid Airport, why not stay close by? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the airport (and get some extra shut-eye) at Hostal Talavera. Villa Izael AT-BA-00317 is another handy option near BJZ.
Arriving at Madrid Airport (MAD)
If you're landing on a late Badajoz Airport to Madrid Airport flight, few things beat the convenience of being near the terminal. Grab your luggage from the carousel and then be showered and resting soon after at one of these accommodation options near MAD:
Follow your own route with a Madrid Airport rental car. Pick up your wheels from Record Go, Goldcar or Click and Rent and find adventure across Madrid and beyond.
Booking your ride from Madrid Airport around one week in advance gives you the best chance of locking in a great deal.
Getting from Madrid Airport (MAD) to central Madrid
Madrid Airport to central Madrid has a drive time of about 20 minutes. It's approximately 13 kilometres away.
Travelling on public transport typically takes 30 minutes.
When to fly to Madrid Airport (MAD)
July is the most popular month for flights from Badajoz Airport to Madrid Airport. To avoid the crowds, visit Madrid in March.
The warmest month in Madrid is July, with the temperature ranging between 18ºC and 37ºC. Lock in your flights from Badajoz Airport to Madrid Airport in this month if this is the kind of weather you like.
January has average temperatures of between 0ºC and 12ºC. Search for cheap tickets from BJZ to MAD around that time if you like travelling in cooler conditions.
Explore more of Spain
You've done Madrid, now it's time to discover other corners of Spain. Travel about 274 kilometres north-east to Zaragoza to tick off its leading sights. From Plaza del Pilar to La Seo del Salvador and Basílica de Nuestra Senora del Pilar, you've got a jam-packed schedule ahead.
Around 177 kilometres west of Madrid, Salamanca is another favourite stop in Spain. Experience major highlights starting with Catedral de Salamanca, Salamanca, Casco Historico and Plaza Mayor.