Flying from Colombo to Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport (MAD): What you need to know
Colombo's main base, Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB), is where plenty of awesome adventures begin. Explore the departure options from here when planning your flight from Colombo to Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport (MAD).
Madrid is four hours 30 minutes behind Colombo. Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport is located in Madrid, which runs on the UTC+1 timezone.
Your flight from Colombo to MAD won't wait if you're running late, so get to the airport on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead for international travel.
Delays at check-in and security are more likely if you're jetting off during high season, so give yourself some extra breathing room. The recommendation for peak times? Get there up to four hours ahead for international flights and at least two hours for domestic departures.
Airports in Colombo
Colombo Ratmalana Airport (RML)
The journey from central Colombo to RML takes about 1 hour 15 minutes on public transport. If you ride-share, drive or take a cab, you'll cover the 16 kilometers in 40 minutes or so, depending on traffic.
Looking for a convenient hotel near Colombo Ratmalana Airport? If you've booked an early flight from Colombo to Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport, these stays will have you sleeping moments from your check-in counter:
Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB)
Add another location to your travels or just take a moment to reset with a stopover. If you'd like to split up your flight from Colombo to Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport, check out these options when departing from Bandaranaike International Airport:
Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST)
Dubai Airport (DXB)
Hamad International Airport (DOH)
You can arrive at CMB from the center of Colombo in about 40 minutes by car (depending on traffic). The journey on public transport takes roughly 1 hour 30 minutes to cover the 32 kilometers or so.
Start your vacation early with an extra night away from home. Before catching your Colombo to MAD flight, stay in one of these hotels near Bandaranaike International Airport:
When it comes to keeping flights punctual, Bandaranaike International Airport has an on-time arrival rate of 75.71%.
About Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport (MAD)
If you're arriving on a late flight from Colombo to Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport, nothing tops the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Pick up your luggage at baggage claim and then be showered and snoozing soon after at one of these hotels near MAD:
Follow your own route with an Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport rental car. Pick up your wheels from Record Go, Goldcar or Click and Rent and discover more of Madrid and beyond.
Booking your ride around one week ahead of your Colombo to Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport flight can help you score a better rate.
Getting from Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport (MAD) to central Madrid
Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport is around 13 kilometers from central Madrid. How long it takes to get to the center in a car rental or cab depends on the time of day. Do some research before your trip.
When traveling on public transport, expect a journey of roughly 35 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Colombo to Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport (MAD)
AED 1,173 is the lowest price for a one-way ticket from Colombo to Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport. A return flight starts from AED 2,859. These fares can change based on availability and demand.
Don't leave everything to the last minute. You're more likely to find cheap flights from Colombo to MAD if you book in advance. Airlines often have some excellent early bird deals.
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The best time to fly from Colombo to Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport (MAD)
It's time to work out your travel dates for your flight from Colombo to Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport (MAD). July is the most popular month to visit Madrid. If you like things a bit more low-key, think about going in April.
The warmest month in Madrid is July, with temperatures ranging between 17ºC (63ºF) and 36ºC (97ºF). Book your Colombo to MAD flight ticket then if that's your ideal forecast.
Search for cheap tickets from Colombo to Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport in January if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 0ºC (32ºF) and 11ºC (52ºF).
More about Madrid
Once you've booked your flight from Colombo to Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport, find a hotel that's got location and comfort covered. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring Madrid:
Museo del Prado and Plaza Mayor are just the start of the major attractions to add to your Madrid to-do list. Keep the adventure rolling by checking out Museo Nacional Thyssen-Bornemisza.
Explore more of Spain
You've seen Madrid, now it's time to explore other parts of Spain. Travel about 274 kilometers north-east to Zaragoza to tick off its leading attractions. From Plaza España to Plaza del Pilar and La Seo del Salvador, there's plenty to keep you busy.
Salamanca is another sought-after destination in Spain and is around 193 kilometers west of Madrid. No trip is complete without dropping by Salamanca, Casco Historico, Catedral de Salamanca and Plaza Mayor.
