Traveling from Madrid Airport (MAD) to Split Airport (SPU): what you need to know
Around 2 hours 40 minutes is how long you can expect to be traveling on a direct flight from Madrid Airport to Split Airport.
Madrid and Split share the same timezone, UTC+1.
Take your pick of three weekly Madrid Airport to Split Airport flights. The 06:40 departure with Iberia is the earliest flight you can take. Iberia operates the latest service of the day at 18:45.
Give yourself enough time to make your MAD to SPU flight. As a rule of thumb, arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Be prepared for longer lines in popular months such as July. Arriving up to four hours in advance for international flights and two hours for domestic departures will give you ample time for security and boarding.
Traveling to Split (and then discovering more of Croatia!) is easy with Iberia. This popular carrier has direct flights from Madrid Airport to Split Airport.
The airline with the highest booking volume on this route is Iberia.
Iberia is the most punctual carrier that operates MAD to SPU flights.
Consider adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Madrid Airport to Split Airport. Just deselect 'Direct flights only' to break up your trip, or perhaps see a new city along the way. Check out these options between MAD and SPU:
Barcelona Airport
Rome Fiumicino Airport
Geneva Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Madrid Airport (MAD) to Split Airport (SPU)
Currently, $53 is the lowest price we've seen for a one-way Madrid Airport to Split Airport flight. The best price for a return ticket is $126. Remember that fares may change due to demand at the time of booking.
Get cheap tickets from MAD to SPU by booking one month ahead. According to our research, that's the sweet spot for bagging a bargain.
The cheapest month for flights from Madrid Airport to Split Airport is June. Use the 'Whole month' tool to find the lowest airfares if you have a flexible schedule.
You don't need to check back in every day to see if fares have dropped when you set up a Price Alert. We'll send you an update as soon as the price changes on cheap flights from MAD to SPU.
Find the perfect flight for you with the help of the filters. To see the 'Fastest,' 'Cheapest' or 'Best' flights from Madrid Airport to Split Airport, use the 'Sort by' function. You can also filter by airline, departure and arrival times, and journey duration.
Handy information about Madrid Airport (MAD)
Of all flights departing from Madrid Airport, 77% arrive as scheduled at their destination.
Central Madrid to Madrid Airport is approximately 8 miles. Depending on traffic, it'll take you about 20 minutes to get there if you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab.
The trip when using public transport usually takes 30 minutes.
Looking for a convenient hotel near MAD? If you're catching an early flight from Madrid Airport to Split Airport, these stays will put you moments from your departure lounge:
Arriving at Split Airport (SPU)
The last thing you want is a long trip to your hotel if you're landing late on a Madrid Airport to Split Airport flight. Check in to one of these accommodation options near SPU instead:
Travel at your own pace with a Split Airport rental car. Pick up your wheels from AVIA Rent, Carwiz or united rent a car and chase adventure across Split and beyond.
Reserving your ride from Split Airport about one week ahead increases your chances of getting a good deal.
When to fly to Split Airport (SPU)
Have a think about your trip dates before securing your flight from Madrid Airport to Split Airport. Split in high season has a buzzing atmosphere, but rates are usually higher and major attractions can get crowded. Plan your visit in the off-season if you prefer a quieter vibe.
The warmest month in Split is August, with the temperature ranging between 66ºF and 88ºF. Lock in your flights from Madrid Airport to Split Airport in this month if you like this kind of weather.
January has average temperatures of between 34ºF and 54ºF. Look for cheap tickets from MAD to SPU around that time if you want to travel in cooler conditions.
Explore more of Croatia
Zagreb is just one of the many cities in Croatia waiting to be explored after you've seen Split. Around 160 miles away to the north, its top attractions include Park Maksimir, Basilica of The Sacred Heart of Jesus and Zagreb Cathedral.
If there's time to check out another major stop in Croatia, head for Rijeka, about 160 miles north-west of Split. Teatro Fenice, The St. Vitus Cathedral and Church of St. Nicholas are among the biggest draws.