Traveling from Madrid Airport (MAD) to Palermo Airport (PMO): what you need to know
Book a direct flight from Madrid Airport to Palermo Airport and you'll be in the air for an average of 2 hours 30 minutes.
Madrid and Palermo are in the same timezone, UTC+1.
Pack your suitcase and choose from three weekly Madrid Airport to Palermo Airport flights.
For a smooth journey, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This way, you can comfortably catch your MAD to PMO flight.
During popular months like July, it's best to get to the airport even earlier. Arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead of an international flight when you travel during a high season in general.
Jetting into Palermo (and then exploring more of Italy!) is a snap with Ryanair. This popular carrier has direct flights from Madrid Airport to Palermo Airport.
The airline with the highest booking volume on this route is Ryanair.
With 73.91% of its services arriving as scheduled, Ryanair is the most punctual carrier offering MAD to PMO flights.
Consider adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Madrid Airport to Palermo Airport. Just uncheck 'Direct flights only' to break up your journey, or maybe even explore a new city along the way. Check out these options between MAD and PMO:
Barcelona Airport
Rome Fiumicino Airport
Bologna International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Madrid Airport (MAD) to Palermo Airport (PMO)
At the moment, AED 128 is the lowest price we've found for a one-way Madrid Airport to Palermo Airport flight. The best price for a return ticket is AED 274. Bear in mind that fares may change due to demand at the time of booking.
To get your hands on cheap tickets from MAD to PMO, book ahead. Airlines typically offer their best fares when flights are first released.
May is the cheapest month for flights from Madrid Airport to Palermo Airport. If you prefer to travel during a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will show you the lowest prices for every month.
Picking up cheap flights from MAD to PMO is a piece of cake with Price Alerts. All you need to do is set up one of these automatic alerts and we'll let you know when a lower fare pops up.
Find the ideal flight for you by using the filters. To see the 'Fastest,' 'Cheapest' or 'Best' flights from Madrid Airport to Palermo Airport, use the 'Sort by' tool. You can also filter results by arrival and departure times, airline, and journey duration.
Handy information about Madrid Airport (MAD)
When it comes to Madrid Airport's on-time performance, data shows 77% of flights arrive within the scheduled timeframe.
To get to Madrid Airport from central Madrid, it takes about 20 minutes if you're traveling by car. Of course, this depends on traffic. It's approximately 13 kilometers from the airport to the city center.
You can expect a trip time of around 30 minutes on public transport.
Searching for a handy hotel close to MAD? If you've booked an early flight from Madrid Airport to Palermo Airport, these accommodation options will put you moments from check-in:
Arriving at Palermo Airport (PMO)
If you're arriving on a late Madrid Airport to Palermo Airport flight, nothing tops the convenience of being near the terminal. Pick up your bags from the carousel and then be tucked up in bed shortly after at one of these options near PMO:
Get on the fast track to adventure by picking up a Palermo Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from ECH, U-Save or Felirent and experience the lesser-explored corners of Palermo and beyond.
Booking your vehicle from Palermo Airport about four weeks ahead gives you the best shot at securing a great deal.
Getting from Palermo Airport (PMO) to central Palermo
From Palermo Airport, Palermo is approximately 32 kilometers away. It takes around 40 minutes to drive to the center.
If you're traveling on public transport, expect a journey time of about 50 minutes.
When to fly to Palermo Airport (PMO)
The quietest month for a flight from Madrid Airport to Palermo Airport is March, while August is the most popular. Choose the best time to visit Palermo based on whether you prefer a more relaxed vibe or a faster pace.
The warmest month in Palermo is July, with temperatures ranging between 21ºC (70ºF) and 34ºC (93ºF). Lock in your flights from Madrid Airport to Palermo Airport in this month if this is the type of weather you enjoy.
Search for cheap tickets from MAD to PMO in February if you like traveling in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 6ºC (43ºF) and 16ºC (61ºF) on average.
Explore more of Italy
Rome is just one of the many cities in Italy waiting to be explored after you've seen Palermo. Around 434 kilometers away to the north, popular attractions include Vatican Museums, St. Peter's Basilica and Saint Peter's Square.
Around 322 kilometers north of Palermo, Naples is another favorite stop in Italy. Get a taste of what this destination has to offer at Piazza del Plebiscito, Naples National Archaeological Museum and Gulf of Naples.