Traveling from Lima Airport (LIM) to Madrid Airport (MAD): what you need to know
Around 11 hours 30 minutes is how long you'll be traveling on a direct flight from Lima Airport to Madrid Airport.
Madrid's timezone is UTC+1, which makes Madrid six hours ahead of Lima.
Each week, there are 33 Lima Airport to Madrid Airport flights. If you want to take off early, select the 10:20 Air Europa flight. If you're eager to make the most of your day before flying, the latest flight is at 23:05 with LATAM Airlines.
Your LIM to MAD flight won't wait if you're 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.
Flying during a peak time such as August? Major public holidays and other popular periods can lead to longer lines at security. Play things extra safe and arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
With direct flights from Lima Airport to Madrid Airport operated by a number of airlines, getting to Madrid (and then other corners of Spain) is a breeze. Here's who you can fly nonstop with:
The airline with the highest booking volume on this route is Iberia.
Air Europa tops the rankings as the most punctual carrier for LIM to MAD flights, with 91.67% of services arriving on schedule.
If you want to add a stop to your trip, just uncheck 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Lima Airport to Madrid Airport. These are the most popular stopovers between LIM and MAD:
Bogota Airport
Medellin Jose Maria Cordova Airport
Mariscal Sucre Quito International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Lima Airport (LIM) to Madrid Airport (MAD)
Currently, AED 1,757 is the cheapest price we've found for a one-way Lima Airport to Madrid Airport flight. The best price for a return plane ticket is AED 3,253. Keep in mind that fares may change due to demand when booking.
Score cheap tickets from LIM to MAD by booking six months ahead. According to our research, that's the sweet spot for landing a bargain.
November is the cheapest month for flights from Lima Airport to Madrid Airport. If you prefer to travel during a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will give you the lowest prices across every month.
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Handy information about Lima Airport (LIM)
Lima Airport gets high marks for its on-time performance. 82% of flights that take off from LIM arrive at their destination without delay.
To reach Lima Airport from central Lima, it takes around 30 minutes by car. This depends on traffic though. It's approximately 13 kilometers from the airport to the city center.
Planning to take public transport? Expect a trip time of around 50 minutes.
Get your trip off to a stress-free start by staying near LIM. Whether you're catching an early flight from Lima Airport to Madrid Airport or just don't want to be rushed, these hotels are the answer:
Arriving at Madrid Airport (MAD)
If you're landing on a late Lima Airport to Madrid Airport flight, few things top the convenience of being close to the terminal. Collect your bags from the carousel and then be showered and relaxing not long after at one of these accommodation options near MAD:
Get on the fast track to adventure by picking up a Madrid Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Record Go, Goldcar or Click and Rent and experience the lesser-explored corners of Madrid and beyond.
To lock in the lowest price, book your ride from Madrid Airport about one week ahead.
When to fly to Madrid Airport (MAD)
July is the most popular month for flights from Lima Airport to Madrid Airport. To escape the crowds, travel to Madrid in March.
Book your flight from Lima Airport to Madrid Airport for July if you'd like to visit Madrid during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures of between 18ºC (64ºF) and 37ºC (99ºF).
January has average temperatures of between 0ºC (32ºF) and 12ºC (54ºF). Search for cheap tickets from LIM to MAD sometime around then if you want to travel when it's cooler.
Explore more of Spain
Madrid has plenty to offer, but there are so many other parts of Spain you'll want to see. About 274 kilometers north-east of Madrid, a visit to Zaragoza will keep you on the move. Start with leading attractions like Plaza del Pilar, La Seo del Salvador and Basílica de Nuestra Senora del Pilar.
If you're interested in discovering another major destination in Spain, consider Salamanca, about 177 kilometers west of Madrid. Catedral de Salamanca, Salamanca, Casco Historico and Plaza Mayor are key highlights.