Travelling from East Midlands Airport (EMA) to Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport (MAD): what you need to know
The timezone in Madrid is UTC+1, which is one hour ahead of Nottingham.
To ensure you catch your EMA to MAD flight, allow plenty of 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.
Travelling during a peak month such as August? Public holidays and other high seasons can lead to longer lines and delays at airport checkpoints. Play it safe and get there up to four hours before an international flight and two hours before domestic departures.
If you'd like to include a stop along the way, just uncheck 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from East Midlands Airport to Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport. These are the most popular stopovers between EMA and MAD:
Barcelona-El Prat Airport
Valencia Airport
Dublin Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from East Midlands Airport (EMA) to Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport (MAD)
At the moment, $91 is the cheapest price we've found for a one-way East Midlands Airport to Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport flight. The best price for a return plane ticket is $189. Remember that fares may change due to demand at the time of booking.
To score cheap tickets from EMA to MAD, book in advance. Airlines usually offer lower prices when flights are first made available.
The 'Whole month' search tool shows you the cheapest flights from East Midlands Airport to Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport throughout the entire month. It's a great way to snap up a bargain if your travel dates are flexible.
Never miss a deal on cheap flights from EMA to MAD by creating a Price Alert. You'll receive an email or push notification on the app when a new low fare is offered.
Discover the ideal flight for you with the help of the filters. To see the 'Fastest,' 'Cheapest' or 'Best' flights from East Midlands Airport to Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport, use the 'Sort by' function. You can also filter by airline, arrival and departure times, and journey duration.
Handy information about East Midlands Airport (EMA)
Of the flights that depart from East Midlands Airport, 75.1% arrive as scheduled at their destination.
Central Nottingham to East Midlands Airport is approximately 23 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take about 25 minutes to get there if you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving.
Expect a journey time of around 50 minutes on public transport.
Searching for a handy hotel near EMA? If you've booked an early flight from East Midlands Airport to Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport, these stays will put you moments from check-in:
Arriving at Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport (MAD)
If you have a late East Midlands Airport to Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport flight, few things beat the convenience of staying near the terminal. Grab your suitcases from the carousel and then be showered and sleeping shortly after at one of these hotels near MAD:
Get on the fast track to adventure by picking up an Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Record Go, Goldcar or Click and Rent to explore Madrid and beyond.
For the lowest price, book your ride from Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport around one week before your trip.
Getting from Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport (MAD) to central Madrid
From Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport, Madrid is approximately 18 kilometres away. It takes around 25 minutes to drive to the centre.
Getting to the centre by public transport takes roughly 35 minutes.
When to fly to Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport (MAD)
The quietest month for a flight from East Midlands Airport to Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport is April, while July is the busiest. Choose the ideal time to go to Madrid based on whether you prefer a laid-back vibe or a more bustling atmosphere.
The warmest month in Madrid is July, with the temperature ranging between 17ºC and 36ºC. Lock in your flights from East Midlands Airport to Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport in this month if this is the type of weather you like.
If you like cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from EMA to MAD in January. Average temperatures are between 0ºC and 11ºC then.
Explore more of Spain
You've seen Madrid, now it's time to discover other corners of Spain. Journey around 274 kilometres north-east to Zaragoza to tick off its leading sights. From Puente de Piedra to Museo Pablo Gargallo and El Tubo, you'll have a packed itinerary ahead.
Salamanca is another sought-after destination in Spain and is around 177 kilometres west of Madrid. No journey is complete without a visit to Plaza Mayor, S.O.U. Servicio de Orientación al Universitario. Universidad de Salamanca and Pontifical University of Salamanca.