Flying from Auckland Airport (AKL) to Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport (MAD): what you need to know
Madrid is 12 hours behind Auckland and observes the UTC+1 timezone.
Your AKL 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 travelling internationally.
Flying during a peak month such as July? School holidays and other popular periods can lead to longer queues and delays at security. Play it safe and arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
If you want to split up your journey, just uncheck 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Auckland Airport to Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport. These are the most popular stopovers between AKL and MAD:
John F. Kennedy International Airport
Dubai Airport
Los Angeles International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Auckland Airport (AKL) to Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport (MAD)
The lowest price we've seen for a one-way Auckland Airport to Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport flight is P35,274. A round-trip plane ticket right now is P63,969. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares can change.
Don't leave things to the last moment. You're more likely to get cheap tickets from AKL to MAD if you book early. Airlines often offer some amazing early bird discounts.
Getting cheap flights from Auckland Airport to Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport is more likely if you can be flexible with your dates. Use the 'Whole month' tool to see the lowest prices across each month and bag a great deal.
Never miss a deal on cheap flights from AKL to MAD by setting up a Price Alert. You'll get an email or notification on the app when a lower fare pops up.
Tailor your flights using filters. Select your ideal departure and arrival times, total journey duration and airlines. You can also sort your results by 'Fastest,' 'Best' or 'Cheapest' flights from Auckland Airport to Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport.
Handy information about Auckland Airport (AKL)
When it comes to Auckland Airport's on-time performance, data shows 69.31% of flights complete their journey on time.
To reach Auckland Airport from central Auckland, it'll take about 30 minutes if you're planning to drive. Of course, this depends on traffic conditions. It's approximately 27 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
The journey on public transport typically takes 1 hour 25 minutes.
Have an early flight from Auckland Airport to Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the airport (and enjoy a little extra shut-eye) by picking one of these hotels near AKL:
Arriving at Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport (MAD)
If you're landing on a late Auckland Airport to Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport flight, few things beat the convenience of staying near the terminal. Grab your luggage from the carousel and then be showered and relaxing not long after at one of these hotels near MAD:
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To get the best deal, book your ride from Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport about one week before you travel.
Getting from Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport (MAD) to central Madrid
From Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport, Madrid is approximately 18 kilometres away. It takes around 25 minutes to reach the centre driving.
It'll take around 35 minutes if you're using public transport.
When to fly to Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport (MAD)
It's time to plan your dates for your flight from Auckland Airport to Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport. July is the busiest month to visit Madrid. If you prefer a more low-key vibe, go in April.
When booking your flight from Auckland Airport to Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport, consider the kind of weather you enjoy. July is the warmest month in Madrid, with temperatures ranging from 17ºC (63ºF) to 36ºC (97ºF).
If you want cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from AKL to MAD in January. Average temperatures are between 0ºC (32ºF) and 11ºC (52ºF) then.
Explore more of Spain
Madrid has plenty to offer, but there are so many other corners of Spain waiting to be explored. Around 274 kilometres north-east of Madrid, a visit to Zaragoza will keep your itinerary packed. Don't miss top attractions like Puente de Piedra, Museo Pablo Gargallo and El Tubo.
Salamanca is another standout destination in Spain and is around 177 kilometres west of Madrid. No trip is complete without visiting Plaza Mayor, S.O.U. Servicio de Orientación al Universitario. Universidad de Salamanca and Pontifical University of Salamanca.