Travelling from Fortaleza Airport (FOR) to Madrid Airport (MAD): what you need to know
Jump on a direct flight from Fortaleza Airport to Madrid Airport and you'll be in the air for an average of 7 hours 50 minutes.
Madrid is four hours ahead of Fortaleza and observes the UTC+1 timezone.
There are three Fortaleza Airport to Madrid Airport flights every week to choose from.
To ensure you catch your FOR to MAD flight, leave enough time to check in and find your gate. Arriving two hours before international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the general travel rule.
You'll likely experience longer lines in popular months like December. Arriving up to four hours in advance for an international flight and two hours for domestic departures will give you ample time for security and boarding.
Iberia is your gateway to exploring Madrid (and maybe even some other great corners of Spain!). Check out the direct flights from Fortaleza Airport to Madrid Airport offered by this popular airline.
The majority of passengers choose to travel with Iberia on this route.
Opt for a stopover if you prefer to break up your flight. Simply deselect 'Direct flights only' to look at your options for tickets from Fortaleza Airport to Madrid Airport. Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport is a popular stopover on the FOR to MAD route.
Handy information about Fortaleza Airport (FOR)
Fortaleza Airport gets high marks for its on-time performance. 80% of flights that take off from FOR arrive at their destination without delay.
To get to Fortaleza Airport from central Fortaleza, it'll take around 20 minutes by car. This depends on traffic, however. It's approximately 6 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
Catching public transport? Expect a trip time of around 35 minutes.
Looking for a handy hotel near FOR? If you're catching an early flight from Fortaleza Airport to Madrid Airport, these stays will have you sleeping moments from check-in:
Arriving at Madrid Airport (MAD)
Consider booking a hotel close to MAD if you're taking a late Fortaleza Airport to Madrid Airport flight. Choose one of these options and skip the long transfer after landing:
Hit the road running by picking up a Madrid Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Record Go, Goldcar or Click and Rent and explore beyond Madrid's usual tourist stops.
Booking your ride from Madrid Airport about one week ahead gives you the best shot at securing a great deal.
Getting from Madrid Airport (MAD) to central Madrid
Madrid Airport is roughly 13 kilometres from the centre of Madrid. The drive time takes around 20 minutes.
Getting to the centre on public transport takes roughly 30 minutes.
When to fly to Madrid Airport (MAD)
It's time to pick your travel dates for your flight from Fortaleza Airport to Madrid Airport. July is the most popular month to visit Madrid. If you like a quieter vibe, go in March.
Lock in your flight from Fortaleza Airport to Madrid Airport for July if you'd like to visit Madrid during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures of between 18ºC and 37ºC.
If you want cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from FOR to MAD in January. Temperatures average between 0ºC and 12ºC then.
Explore more of Spain
Zaragoza is just one of the many cities in Spain waiting to be explored after you've experienced Madrid. Around 274 kilometres away to the north-east, top sights here include Plaza del Pilar, La Seo del Salvador and Basílica de Nuestra Senora del Pilar.
If you're looking to explore another well-known destination in Spain, head for Salamanca, roughly 177 kilometres west of Madrid. Catedral de Salamanca, Salamanca, Casco Historico and Plaza Mayor are key reasons to visit.