Travelling from Birmingham Airport (BHX) to Madrid Airport (MAD): what you need to know
Take a direct flight from Birmingham Airport to Madrid Airport and you'll be in the air for an average of 2 hours 30 minutes.
Madrid's timezone is UTC+1, which makes Madrid one hour ahead of Birmingham.
Choose from three weekly Birmingham Airport to Madrid Airport flights. The 09:00 departure with Ryanair is the earliest flight you can take. Ryanair operates the latest service of the day at 18:35.
For a smooth journey, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This will give you enough time to catch your BHX to MAD flight.
Travelling during a peak time such as August? Public holidays and other popular periods can lead to longer lines at security. Play it safe and get there up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours before domestic departures.
Ryanair offers direct flights from Birmingham Airport to Madrid Airport. Book with this popular airline, then get ready to see the sights in Madrid — and maybe even more of Spain if time allows.
The airline that serves the most passengers on this route is Ryanair.
The carrier with the most consistent on-time arrivals for BHX to MAD flights is Ryanair.
If you'd like to explore another city along the way, just uncheck 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Birmingham Airport to Madrid Airport. These are the most popular stopovers between BHX and MAD:
Amsterdam Schiphol Airport
Brussels International Airport
Porto Airport
Handy information about Birmingham Airport (BHX)
72% of flights that take off from Birmingham Airport reach their destination on time.
Birmingham Airport is about 14 kilometres from central Birmingham. If you're ride-sharing, catching a taxi or driving from the centre, it'll take 25 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic.
The trip when using public transport typically takes 25 minutes.
Booked an early flight from Birmingham Airport to Madrid Airport? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the terminal (and sneak in some extra precious sleep) by picking one of these stays close to BHX:
Arriving at Madrid Airport (MAD)
Book a hotel close to MAD if you're taking a late Birmingham Airport to Madrid Airport flight. Pick one of these accommodation options and avoid the hassle of a long transfer:
Get your adventure underway by picking up a Madrid Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Record Go, Goldcar or Click and Rent and explore beyond Madrid's main sights.
Lock in the lowest price by reserving your vehicle from Madrid Airport about one week ahead of your trip.
When to fly to Madrid Airport (MAD)
The quietest month for a flight from Birmingham Airport to Madrid Airport is March, while July is the busiest. Choose the ideal time to visit Madrid based on whether you prefer a bustling atmosphere or a more laid-back vibe.
When reserving your flight from Birmingham Airport to Madrid Airport, think about the kind of weather you enjoy. July is the warmest month in Madrid, with temperatures ranging from 18ºC to 37ºC.
If you want cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from BHX to MAD in January. Temperatures average between 0ºC and 12ºC then.
Explore more of Spain
Zaragoza is just one of the many cities in Spain waiting to be discovered once you've seen Madrid. Around 274 kilometres away to the north-east, its best attractions include Plaza del Pilar, La Seo del Salvador and Basílica de Nuestra Senora del Pilar.
If you want to check out another corner of Spain, consider Salamanca, about 177 kilometres west of Madrid. Catedral de Salamanca, Salamanca, Casco Historico and Plaza Mayor are among the biggest draws.