Flying from Colombo to Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport (MAD): What you need to know
Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport is located in Madrid. The city operates on the UTC+1 timezone and is four hours 30 minutes behind Colombo.
Your flight from Colombo to MAD won't wait if you're running late, so show up at the airport on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead when you're traveling internationally.
Traveling during a peak time such as February? School holidays and other high seasons can lead to longer queues and delays at security. Play things extra safe and get there up to four hours before international flights and two hours before a domestic departure.
Airports in Colombo
Colombo Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB)
We make it simple to book cheap flights from Colombo to MAD that include a stopover. To explore the options leaving from Colombo Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB), deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, simply pick a flight that has a stop long enough to tour your chosen city. Top stopovers between CMB and MAD include:
Istanbul Airport (IST)
Dubai International Airport (DXB)
Doha Hamad International Airport (DOH)
CMB is about 32 kilometers from central Colombo. If you're driving, catching a cab or ride-sharing from the center, it'll take 40 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic. If you're taking public transport, expect the trip time to be around 50 minutes.
Have an early flight from Colombo to Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport? Avoid rushing to the terminal (and sneak in some bonus sleep) by choosing one of these stays near Colombo Bandaranaike International Airport:
Of all flights departing from Colombo Bandaranaike International Airport, 74% touch down on time at their destination.
About Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport (MAD)
If you have a late flight from Colombo to Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport, few things beat the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Collect your bags from the carousel and then be showered and sleeping soon after at one of these options near MAD:
Get your adventure underway by picking up a Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Record Go, Goldcar or Click and Rent to explore Madrid and beyond.
To get the best deal, reserve your ride around one week ahead of your Colombo to Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport flight.
Getting from Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport (MAD) to central Madrid
Central Madrid is around 13 kilometers from Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport and takes about 20 minutes to reach by car. See what your options are for getting into town, whether that's with a cab, car rental or ride-share.
It typically takes 30 minutes when traveling by public transport.
How to find the cheapest flights from Colombo to Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport (MAD)
The cheapest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Colombo to Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport is AED 1,281. For a return flight on this route, the best price is AED 3,146. Depending on when you want to go and the availability, these fares could change.
To find cheap flights from Colombo to MAD, book ahead. Airlines tend to offer lower fares when tickets are first released.
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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). June is the busiest month to visit Madrid. If you like your getaways a little more chill, go in January.
Book a Colombo to MAD plane ticket departing in July if you want to visit the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures in Madrid to range from 17ºC (63ºF) to 36ºC (97ºF).
January has temperatures of between 0ºC (32ºF) and 11ºC (52ºF). Look for cheap tickets from Colombo to Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport around that time if you like traveling in cooler conditions.
More about Madrid
After booking your flight from Colombo to Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport, find a hotel that offers the right mix of comfort and location. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring Madrid:
You'll find loads of terrific things to do in Madrid when you're ready to get out and sightsee. Kick things off at Museo del Prado followed by Thyssen-Bornemisza National Museum and Plaza Mayor.
Explore more of Spain
You've seen Madrid, now it's time to discover other parts of Spain. Travel about 274 kilometers northeast to Zaragoza to tick off its must-visit sights. From Plaza España to Plaza del Pilar and La Seo del Salvador, you'll have a packed itinerary ahead.
Around 193 kilometers west of Madrid, Salamanca is another favorite stop in Spain. Experience the best of this destination with a visit to Catedral de Salamanca, Salamanca, Casco Historico and Plaza Mayor.