Flying from Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport (MAD) to Shenzhen Bao'an International Airport (SZX): what you need to know
Shenzhen's timezone is UTC+8, making Shenzhen seven hours ahead of Madrid.
To ensure you catch your MAD to SZX flight, leave enough time for things like check-in and baggage drop. Arriving two hours ahead of international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the general travel rule.
Traveling during a peak month such as July? Major public holidays and other popular periods can result in longer queues at security. Be extra cautious and get there up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours before a domestic departure.
If you want to split up your journey, simply deselect 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport to Shenzhen Bao'an International Airport. These are the most popular stopovers between MAD and SZX:
Beijing Capital International Airport
Shanghai Pudong International Airport
Frankfurt Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport (MAD) to Shenzhen Bao'an International Airport (SZX)
The cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport to Shenzhen Bao'an International Airport flight is AED 1,435. A round-trip fare right now is AED 2,195. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares can change.
It's often best to book in advance if you want to find cheap tickets from MAD to SZX. That's because flight prices are based on demand, which tends to increase closer to departure.
The 'Whole month' tool shows you the cheapest flights from Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport to Shenzhen Bao'an International Airport across the month. It's a great way to snap up a bargain if your trip dates aren't set in stone.
You don't need to check every day to find out if fares have gone down when you create a Price Alert. We'll update you the moment there's a new deal on cheap flights from MAD to SZX.
Lock in the ideal flight for you by using the filters. To see the 'Best,' 'Fastest' or 'Cheapest' flights from Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport to Shenzhen Bao'an International Airport, use the 'Sort by' function. You can also filter results by airline, arrival and departure times, and number of stops.
Handy information about Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport (MAD)
When it comes to Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport's on-time performance, 78.23% of flights arrive within the scheduled timeframe.
Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport is about 18 kilometers from central Madrid. If you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving from the center, it'll take you 25 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.
The journey on public transport will take about 35 minutes.
Need a convenient hotel close to MAD? If you're boarding an early flight from Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport to Shenzhen Bao'an International Airport, these stays will have you sleeping moments from check-in:
Arriving at Shenzhen Bao'an International Airport (SZX)
Book a hotel near SZX if you're taking a late Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport to Shenzhen Bao'an International Airport flight. Pick one of these accommodation options and avoid the hassle of a long transfer:
Pick up a Shenzhen Bao'an International Airport rental car and explore corners of Shenzhen that are off the usual tourist route. Book your wheels with Hertz.
Reserve your ride from Shenzhen Bao'an International Airport at least a few weeks ahead to secure the best deal. If you're traveling during a busy period, you may want to book even earlier.
Getting from Shenzhen Bao'an International Airport (SZX) to central Shenzhen
SZX is located at Airport 9th Rd.
Shenzhen Bao'an International Airport to central Shenzhen has a drive time of about 40 minutes. It's approximately 40 kilometers away.
When to fly to Shenzhen Bao'an International Airport (SZX)
The quietest month for a flight from Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport to Shenzhen Bao'an International Airport is April, while July is the most popular. Pick the best time to visit Shenzhen based on whether you prefer a faster pace or a more relaxed vibe.
The warmest month in Shenzhen is August, with temperatures ranging between 26ºC (79ºF) and 33ºC (91ºF). Lock in your flights from Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport to Shenzhen Bao'an International Airport in this month if you like this kind of weather.
Look for cheap tickets from MAD to SZX in January if you like cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between 9ºC (48ºF) and 21ºC (70ºF) on average.
Explore more of China
You've seen Shenzhen, now it's time to explore other parts of China. Journey about 105 kilometers north-west to Guangzhou to check off its top attractions. From Canton Tower to Yuexiu Park and Chen Clan Ancestral Hall, you'll have a packed itinerary ahead.
Dongguan is another well-known destination in China and is around 64 kilometers north-west of Shenzhen. No journey is complete without visiting 细村公园, 荔枝公园 and 东城周屋稻田画.