Traveling from Istanbul to Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport (MAD): What you need to know
Set your travel plans in motion by working out where you'll catch your flight from Istanbul to Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport (MAD). Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST) and Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW) are the two main airports in Istanbul.
The average duration of a direct Istanbul to Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport flight is 4 hours 30 minutes.
The timezone in Madrid is UTC+1, which is two hours behind Istanbul. Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport is located in Madrid.
Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST) to Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport (MAD) is the most popular route. There are 30 direct flights a week to pick from. If you prefer starting your day later, take the last flight with Turkish Airlines at 8:50pm. Go for the first IST to MAD departure with Turkish Airlines at 6:55am if you're aiming for an earlier start.
To ensure you catch your flight from Istanbul to MAD, allow plenty of time for things like baggage drop and finding your gate. Turning up two hours before international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the general rule.
With more people on the move during peak seasons, aim to get to your terminal even earlier. Two hours for domestic flights and up to four for international journeys will allow for additional wait times.
Airports in Istanbul
Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST)
Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST) offers an easy route to your destination. Nonstop flights from Istanbul to Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport (MAD) can be booked from this terminal.
You can book a direct flight from Istanbul to Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport with Turkish Airlines. This top airline offers services from IST.
Turkish Airlines is the airline with the highest number of bookings for flights from IST to MAD.
We make it simple to find cheap flights from Istanbul to MAD that include a stopover. To explore all your options leaving from Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST), deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, simply choose a flight offering a stop long enough to tour your chosen city. Major stopovers between IST and MAD include:
Barcelona-El Prat Airport (BCN)
Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport (FCO)
Milano Malpensa Airport (MXP)
IST is about 30 miles from central Istanbul. If you're catching a cab, driving or ride-sharing from the center, it'll take 50 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic conditions. If you're using public transport, expect the travel time to be around 1 hour 45 minutes.
In search of a convenient hotel near Istanbul Ataturk Airport? If you've booked an early flight from Istanbul to Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport, these stays will have you sleeping just around the corner from the terminal:
Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW)
Catching a flight out of Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW)? Direct Istanbul to Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport (MAD) plane tickets can be booked from this popular hub.
Catch your direct flight from Istanbul to MAD with Pegasus. This is one of the leading airlines flying this route out of SAW.
Pegasus is the most frequently booked airline flying from SAW to MAD.
With 77.08% of its services arriving as scheduled, Pegasus is the top on-time carrier flying between Sabiha Gokcen International Airport and Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport.
Knock a new city off your list or just take a moment to stretch your legs with a stopover. If you'd like to break up your flight from Istanbul to Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport, check out these options when setting off from Sabiha Gokcen International Airport:
Barcelona-El Prat Airport (BCN)
Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport (FCO)
Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport (OTP)
You can reach SAW from the center of Istanbul in approximately 55 minutes by car (depending on traffic). The ride by public transport will take roughly 1 hour 30 minutes to cover the 30 miles or so.
Flying off with the first light? Think about checking in to one of these accommodation options near Sabiha Gokcen International Airport the day before your Istanbul to MAD flight:
76.93% of flights taking off from Sabiha Gokcen International Airport arrive within the expected time frame.
About Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport (MAD)
The last thing you want is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on a flight from Istanbul to Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport. Make yourself comfy at one of these accommodation options near MAD instead:
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To get the best deal, reserve your vehicle around one week ahead of your Istanbul to Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport flight.
Getting from Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport (MAD) to central Madrid
The center of Madrid is roughly 8 miles from Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport. Journey times by cab or car rental will vary based on traffic conditions and time of day, so do a little research before your trip.
It typically takes 35 minutes if you're traveling by public transport.
How to find the cheapest flights from Istanbul to Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport (MAD)
The lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Istanbul to Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport is $50. For a return flight on this route, the best price is $107. Depending on when and how early you book, these fares may change.
Don't wait until the last moment. You're more likely to walk away with cheap flights from Istanbul to MAD if you book early. Airlines often offer some great early bird deals.
Affordable Istanbul to Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport tickets are easier to find if you're not locked into specific dates. Use the 'Whole month' search function to compare fares throughout the month and then pick the cheapest day.
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The best time to fly from Istanbul to Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport (MAD)
Think about the pace you're looking for when deciding when to fly. April is the quietest month to go to Madrid. July is when most people book flights from Istanbul to Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport (MAD), which may be ideal if you're after more action.
Before locking in your Istanbul to MAD plane ticket, consider what kind of weather works for you. July is the warmest month in Madrid, with temperatures ranging from 63ºF to 97ºF.
January sees temperatures of between 32ºF and 52ºF. Look for cheap tickets from Istanbul to Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport around that time if you like cooler conditions.
More about Madrid
Start your Madrid trip right by choosing the perfect place to stay. As soon as you've booked your flight from Istanbul to Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport, browse our selection of accommodation options including:
All great journeys should include some sightseeing. Museo del Prado, Plaza Mayor and Museo Nacional Thyssen-Bornemisza are must-do's during your Madrid adventure.
Explore more of Spain
Madrid has its own special appeal, but there are so many other parts of Spain you'll want to see. About 170 miles north-east of Madrid, a trip to Zaragoza will keep you on the move. Check out popular attractions like Plaza España, Plaza del Pilar and La Seo del Salvador.
Around 120 miles west of Madrid, Salamanca is another favorite stop in Spain. Experience the best of this destination with a visit to Salamanca, Casco Historico, Catedral de Salamanca and Plaza Mayor.
