Flying from Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport (MAD) to Cancun International Airport (CUN): what you need to know
The average length of a direct flight from Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport to Cancun International Airport is 10 hours 26 minutes. Cancun's timezone is UTC-5, making Cancun 6 hours behind Madrid.
For the first departure, take the 14:10 flight from Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport to Cancun International Airport. If you want to jet off later, the last flight is at 22:25. With 14 flights every week from MAD to CUN, you can select the one that's best for you.
Travelling over a peak time like July? Public holidays and other popular periods can result in longer queues at security. Play it safe and arrive up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours before a domestic departure.
Air Europa is your gateway to exploring Cancun (and perhaps some other exciting corners of Mexico!). Check out the direct flights from Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport to Cancun International Airport offered by this popular airline.
We make it a breeze to get a flight with a stopover. To look at your options for flights from Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport to Cancun International Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, choose a flight offering a stop long enough to explore the city of your choice. Some popular stopovers between MAD and CUN are:
Jose Marti International Airport
Barcelona-El Prat Airport
Miami International Airport
To see whether you need a visa to enter Mexico, contact your carrier and the local consulate or embassy. They'll have the latest information, including other paperwork you may need after booking your cheap ticket from MAD to CUN.
Arriving at Cancun International Airport (CUN)
The last thing you need is a long journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on a flight from Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport to Cancun International Airport. Stay at one of these accommodation options near CUN instead:
Handy information about Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport (MAD)
The journey from central Madrid to Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport takes approximately 37 minutes by public transport. If you drive, ride-share or take a cab, you'll cover the 18 kilometres in 26 minutes or so, depending on traffic.
Taking an early flight from Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport to Cancun International Airport? Avoid the last-minute rush to the terminal (and sneak in some extra precious sleep) by choosing one of these hotels close to MAD:
More about Cancun
Start your Cancun trip right by finding a great stay. Once you've booked your flight from MAD to CUN, have a look at our selection of hotel options including:
Playa Delfines and El Rey Ruins are just the start of the leading attractions to put on your Cancun travel itinerary. Keep the sightseeing going at Dubai Palace Casino.
Getting from Cancun International Airport (CUN) to central Cancun
From Cancun International Airport, Cancun is approximately 19 kilometres away. It takes around 26 minutes to reach the centre driving.
Complete your Cancun trip with hotels and a car rental
We've got more party tricks than just comparing flights. Once you've secured your cheap ticket to Cancun International Airport, check out our great car rental offers that'll give you the freedom to see the sights at your own pace. Next, have a look at our exclusive rates for hotels to find your perfect Cancun stay.
How to find the cheapest flights from Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport (MAD) to Cancun International Airport (CUN)
The best price we've seen for a one-way ticket from Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport to Cancun International Airport is $513. The cheapest price for a return flight is $959. Keep in mind that fares could change due to availability at the time of booking.
Book 1 month before you travel. After looking at the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you'll want to book ahead to find flight tickets from MAD to CUN.
September is the cheapest month for tickets from Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport to Cancun International Airport. If you want to fly during a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will show you the lowest airfares for each month.
Log into your online account or use the app to create a Price Alert. You'll get notified straight away if there's a better deal on this route. It doesn't take long, and it'll save you the hassle of searching for flight tickets from MAD to CUN every day.
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When to fly to Cancun International Airport (CUN)
July is the busiest month for flights from Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport to Cancun International Airport. To steer clear of the crowds, go to Cancun in May.
Before locking in your flight from Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport to Cancun International Airport, consider the kind of weather you like. August is the warmest month in Cancun, with the temperature ranging from 26 ºC to 32 ºC.
January sees average temperatures of between 20 ºC and 27 ºC. Search for flight tickets from MAD to CUN around that time if you like travelling in cooler conditions.