Flying from Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport (MAD) to Dubai: what you need to know
The average time for a direct flight from Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport to Dubai is 8 hours.
The timezone in Dubai is UTC+4. The city is three hours ahead of Madrid, where Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport is located.
The most popular route is from Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport (MAD) to Dubai International Airport (DXB). Choose from 14 weekly services between these two airports. If you'd like to get on your way as soon as you can, the earliest flight from MAD to DXB is the 14:25 Emirates service. If you prefer to leave later in the day, the final departure is at 22:05 with Emirates.
For hassle-free travel, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This will give you enough time to board your MAD to Dubai flight.
During popular months like July, you'll want to get to the airport even earlier. Arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead of an international flight when you fly during peak periods in general.
Direct Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport to Dubai tickets are available for booking. Dubai International Airport (DXB) is where you'll complete your journey.
Book your favourite seat with Emirates. This leading carrier operates direct flights from Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport to Dubai.
We make it simple to book plane tickets from MAD to Dubai with a stopover. To see the options, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Next, pick a flight with a stop long enough to tour your chosen city. Some popular stopovers include:
Amsterdam Schiphol Airport (AMS)
Barcelona-El Prat Airport (BCN)
Athens Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport (ATH)
Located around 13 kilometres from central Madrid, MAD can be reached in about 20 minutes by car (depending on traffic). Travelling on public transport takes roughly 30 minutes.
Want an easy start to your holiday? Stay near MAD. Whether you're catching an early flight from Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport to Dubai or just don't want to be rushed, these hotels are just the thing:
77% of flights that leave from Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport land at their destination on time.
How to find the cheapest flights from Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport (MAD) to Dubai
$297 is currently the lowest price for a one-way Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport to Dubai flight. A return plane ticket starts from $578. These fares can change based on demand.
Score cheap flights from MAD to Dubai by booking six months ahead. According to our research, that's the best time for finding the biggest deals.
The best month for finding cheap Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport to Dubai tickets is November. Use the 'Whole month' tool to compare flight prices, then choose the dates offering the lowest fares.
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Airports in Dubai
Dubai International Airport (DXB)
Dubai International Airport (DXB) is around 14 kilometres from central Dubai. If you're getting a taxi or a ride-share, the drive takes roughly 20 minutes.
Travelling to the centre on public transport will take you around 35 minutes.
The last thing you want is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on a flight from Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport to Dubai. Stay at one of these accommodation options near DXB instead:
Booking your vehicle from Dubai International Airport about three weeks before your flight from MAD to Dubai can help you get the lowest rate.
Al Maktoum International Airport (DWC)
Central Dubai is around 48 kilometres from Al Maktoum International Airport (DWC). After your flight from Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport to Dubai has hit the runway and you've made your way out of the airport, expect a drive of around 40 minutes.
You can expect the journey to take about 1 hour 20 minutes on public transport.
There are some great places ready to welcome you near DWC. Unwind and get cosy after your MAD to Dubai flight at any of these perfectly located options:
Score the best price by booking your ride from DWC three weeks ahead of time. You can also expect to have a bigger selection of vehicles.
Best time to go to Dubai
January is the most popular month for flights from Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport to Dubai. To skip the crowds, head to Dubai in December.
Before locking in your Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport to Dubai plane ticket, think about what kind of weather you prefer. July is the warmest month in Dubai, with temperatures ranging from 30ºC to 42ºC.
If you like cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from MAD to Dubai in January when temperatures average between 14ºC and 25ºC.
More about Dubai
When it comes to looking for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the top stays in Dubai right here. Explore these options once you've booked your flight from Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport to Dubai:
Every great journey has to include some sightseeing. Dubai Opera, Burj Khalifa and Dubai Gold Souk are attractions you won't want to skip in Dubai.
Explore more of the United Arab Emirates
Abu Dhabi is just one of the many places in the United Arab Emirates waiting to be discovered after you've seen Dubai. Around 121 kilometres away to the southwest, popular attractions include Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque, Sheikh Zayed Bin Sultan Mosque and Emirates Palace.