Travelling from Basel Mulhouse Freiburg Airport (BSL) to Madrid Airport (MAD): what you need to know
Around 2 hours 25 minutes is how long you can expect to be in the air on a direct flight from Basel Mulhouse Freiburg Airport to Madrid Airport.
Basel and Madrid are both in the UTC+1 timezone. This means you won't have to adjust your watch after you land.
Take your pick of five weekly Basel Mulhouse Freiburg Airport to Madrid Airport flights. The 06:20 departure with easyJet is the earliest flight you can take. EasyJet operates the latest service of the day at 17:40.
For a smooth journey, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This way, you can comfortably catch your BSL to MAD flight.
You can expect longer lines in popular months like September. Arriving up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours for a domestic departure will give you ample time for security and boarding.
EasyJet is your gateway to discovering Madrid (and maybe even some other great parts of Spain!). Browse the direct flights from Basel Mulhouse Freiburg Airport to Madrid Airport offered by this popular airline.
The airline most travellers prefer to fly with on this route is easyJet.
EasyJet is the most punctual carrier offering BSL to MAD flights. A dependable 91.36% of its services on this route land on time.
If you want to split up your journey, simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Basel Mulhouse Freiburg Airport to Madrid Airport. Here are the most popular stopovers between BSL and MAD:
Frankfurt am Main Airport
Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport
Barcelona Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Basel Mulhouse Freiburg Airport (BSL) to Madrid Airport (MAD)
Right now, $56 is the lowest price we've found for a one-way Basel Mulhouse Freiburg Airport to Madrid Airport flight. The best price for a return plane ticket is $103. Remember that fares could change due to demand when booking.
Score cheap tickets from BSL to MAD by booking at least five months ahead. Based on our research, that's the sweet spot for picking up a bargain.
Schedule your trip for October. That's the cheapest month for flights from Basel Mulhouse Freiburg Airport to Madrid Airport. If you're flexible on when you fly, use the 'Whole month' tool to see the cheapest airfare across each month.
You don't need to check every day to see if fares have dropped when you create a Price Alert. We'll let you know the moment the price changes on cheap flights from BSL to MAD.
Select your ideal departure and arrival times, airlines and number of stops with the filters. Alternatively, sort your results by 'Cheapest' to get the best deals on flights from Basel Mulhouse Freiburg Airport to Madrid Airport.
Handy information about Basel Mulhouse Freiburg Airport (BSL)
81% of flights departing from Basel Mulhouse Freiburg Airport arrive at their destination as planned. Given its strong performance rating, you're unlikely to experience delays when jetting out of BSL.
Central Basel to Basel Mulhouse Freiburg Airport is around 8 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take you about 20 minutes to get there if you're driving, catching a taxi or ride-sharing.
Expect a trip time of around 30 minutes when using public transport.
Have an early flight from Basel Mulhouse Freiburg Airport to Madrid Airport? Avoid the last-minute rush to the airport (and enjoy a little extra shut-eye) by picking one of these hotels near BSL:
Arriving at Madrid Airport (MAD)
Book a hotel near MAD if you have a late Basel Mulhouse Freiburg Airport to Madrid Airport flight. Pick one of these accommodation options and skip the long transfer:
Pick up a Madrid Airport rental car and discover Madrid and beyond with your own wheels. Record Go, Goldcar and Click and Rent are leading providers you can book with here.
Booking your ride from Madrid Airport around one week ahead gives you the best shot at securing a great deal.
When to fly to Madrid Airport (MAD)
It's time to work out your trip dates for your flight from Basel Mulhouse Freiburg Airport to Madrid Airport. July is the most popular month to head to Madrid. If you prefer a more laid-back vibe, go in March.
The warmest month in Madrid is July, with temperatures ranging between 18ºC and 37ºC. Lock in your flights from Basel Mulhouse Freiburg Airport to Madrid Airport in this month if this is the kind of weather you like.
Search for cheap tickets from BSL to MAD in January if you like travelling in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 0ºC and 12ºC on average.
Explore more of Spain
You've visited Madrid, now it's time to explore other corners of Spain. Journey about 274 kilometres north-east to Zaragoza to tick off its top sights. From Plaza del Pilar to La Seo del Salvador and Basílica de Nuestra Senora del Pilar, there's plenty to keep you on the go.
Salamanca is another must-experience destination in Spain and is around 177 kilometres west of Madrid. No trip is complete without experiencing Catedral de Salamanca, Salamanca, Casco Historico and Plaza Mayor.