Flying from Madrid Airport (MAD) to San Sebastian Airport (EAS): what you need to know
Hop on a direct flight from Madrid Airport to San Sebastian Airport and you'll be in the air for an average of 1 hour 10 minutes.
San Sebastian's timezone is UTC+1, which is the same as Madrid.
Every week, there are 19 Madrid Airport to San Sebastian Airport flights. To jet off as early as possible, go for the 07:30 Iberia flight. If you'd rather make the most of your time before flying, the last flight is at 19:40 with Iberia.
To ensure you catch your MAD to EAS flight, leave enough time for things like baggage drop and finding your gate. Arriving two hours ahead of international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the general rule.
You'll likely experience longer queues in popular months such as July. Arriving up to four hours in advance for an international flight and two hours for a domestic departure is a wise move.
Iberia is your ticket to exploring San Sebastian (and maybe even some other great corners of Spain!). Browse the direct flights from Madrid Airport to San Sebastian Airport offered by this popular airline.
Iberia is the airline most travellers choose to fly with on this route.
Iberia ranks as the top on-time carrier for MAD to EAS flights, with 94.51% of its services reaching their destination on schedule.
If you want to add a stop to your trip, just deselect 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Madrid Airport to San Sebastian Airport. These are the most popular stopovers between MAD and EAS:
Barcelona Airport
Palma - Majorca Airport
Malaga Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Madrid Airport (MAD) to San Sebastian Airport (EAS)
The lowest price we've found for a one-way Madrid Airport to San Sebastian Airport flight is $87. A return fare right now is $124. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares can change.
Score cheap tickets from MAD to EAS by booking one month ahead. Based on our research, that's the sweet spot for bagging a bargain.
The cheapest month for flights from Madrid Airport to San Sebastian Airport is June. Use the 'Whole month' tool to find the lowest prices if you have a flexible travel schedule.
You won't have to check back in every day to see if fares have dropped when you create a Price Alert. We'll send you an update the moment there's a change in price on cheap flights from MAD to EAS.
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Handy information about Madrid Airport (MAD)
Of the departures from Madrid Airport, 77% arrive on time at their destination.
To reach Madrid Airport from central Madrid, it takes around 20 minutes if you're travelling by car. Of course, this depends on traffic conditions. It's approximately 13 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
Expect a journey time of around 30 minutes when using public transport.
Searching for a convenient hotel near MAD? If you've booked an early flight from Madrid Airport to San Sebastian Airport, these stays will have you moments from your check-in counter:
Arriving at San Sebastian Airport (EAS)
Consider booking a hotel near EAS if you're catching a late Madrid Airport to San Sebastian Airport flight. Select one of these options and skip the long transfer:
Travel at your own speed with a San Sebastian Airport rental car. Pick up a set of wheels from Europcar, Keddy By Europcar or Hertz and venture far and wide through San Sebastian and beyond.
Reserving your vehicle from San Sebastian Airport about two weeks ahead can help you get the lowest rate.
Getting from San Sebastian Airport (EAS) to central San Sebastian
From San Sebastian Airport, San Sebastian is approximately 19 kilometres away. It takes around 25 minutes to drive to the centre.
It takes around 40 minutes if you're using public transport.
When to fly to San Sebastian Airport (EAS)
The quietest month for a flight from Madrid Airport to San Sebastian Airport is March, while June is the busiest. Choose the best time to go to San Sebastian based on whether you prefer a bustling atmosphere or a more laid-back vibe.
Lock in your flight from Madrid Airport to San Sebastian Airport for August if you want to visit San Sebastian during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures of between 15ºC and 25ºC.
Search for cheap tickets from MAD to EAS in January if you like travelling in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 4ºC and 13ºC on average.
Explore more of Spain
Zaragoza is just one of the many cities in Spain waiting to be discovered once you've taken in the sights of San Sebastian. Around 209 kilometres away to the south-east, top sights here include Plaza del Pilar, La Seo del Salvador and Basílica de Nuestra Senora del Pilar.
Around 402 kilometres south-west of San Sebastian, Salamanca is another favourite stop in Spain. Experience this destination's highlights firsthand at Catedral de Salamanca, Salamanca, Casco Historico and Plaza Mayor.
