Flying from Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport (MAD) to Edinburgh Airport (EDI): what you need to know
Book a direct flight from Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport to Edinburgh Airport and you'll be in the air for an average of 2 hours 55 minutes.
Edinburgh's timezone is UTC+0, which makes Edinburgh one hour behind Madrid.
Flights from MAD to EDI start from 08:15 — the earliest with Iberia Express. The latest departure is at 21:35 with easyJet. In total, there are 14 weekly Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport to Edinburgh Airport flights.
Your MAD to EDI flight won't wait if you're late, so get to the airport on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead when you're flying internationally.
During popular months such as July, it's best to get to the airport even earlier. Plan to arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead of international flights whenever you're flying during a peak period in general.
A variety of airlines operate direct flights from Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport to Edinburgh Airport, so jetting to Edinburgh (and then exploring more of United Kingdom!) is easy. The most popular carriers that fly nonstop include:
Most travellers choose to fly with Ryanair on this route.
The carrier with the most consistent on-time arrivals for MAD to EDI flights is Ryanair.
We make it easy to book a flight with a stopover. To see all your options for tickets from Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport to Edinburgh Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, pick a flight with a stop long enough to explore the city of your choice. Popular stopovers between MAD and EDI include:
Santander Airport
London Gatwick Airport
Charles de Gaulle Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport (MAD) to Edinburgh Airport (EDI)
Currently, Rs7,461 is the lowest price we've seen for a one-way Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport to Edinburgh Airport flight. The best price for a return plane ticket is Rs21,682. Keep in mind that fares can change due to demand at the time of booking.
To pick up cheap tickets from MAD to EDI, reserve your trip six months before your departure.
The cheapest month for flights from Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport to Edinburgh Airport is May. Use the 'Whole month' tool to find the lowest prices if you have flexible dates.
Never miss a deal on cheap flights from MAD to EDI by creating a Price Alert. You'll get an email or push notification on the app when fares go down.
Tailor your flights using filters. Choose your departure and arrival times, total journey duration and airlines. You can also sort the results by 'Cheapest,' 'Best' or 'Fastest' flights from Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport to Edinburgh Airport.
Handy information about Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport (MAD)
Of all flights departing from Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport, 78.23% land on schedule at their destination.
To get to Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport from central Madrid, it takes around 25 minutes if you're planning to drive. This depends on traffic though. It's approximately 18 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
Expect a journey time of around 35 minutes on public transport.
Get your holiday off to a hassle-free start by staying near MAD. Whether you've booked an early flight from Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport to Edinburgh Airport or just don't like being rushed, these stays are ideal:
Arriving at Edinburgh Airport (EDI)
Reserve a hotel close to EDI if you're taking a late Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport to Edinburgh Airport flight. Select one of these accommodation options and avoid the hassle of a long transfer:
Pick up an Edinburgh Airport rental car and discover Edinburgh and beyond with your own wheels. Green Motion, Drivalia and Hertz are top outlets to choose from here.
Get the best deal by reserving your vehicle from Edinburgh Airport around one week before your departure date.
Getting from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to central Edinburgh
Edinburgh Airport is approximately 14 kilometres from the centre of Edinburgh. The drive time takes about 30 minutes.
Travelling to the centre on public transport takes roughly 40 minutes.
When to fly to Edinburgh Airport (EDI)
It's time to pick your dates for your flight from Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport to Edinburgh Airport. June is the most popular month to visit Edinburgh. If you're after a quieter vibe, go in January.
When reserving your flight from Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport to Edinburgh Airport, consider the type of weather you enjoy. July is the warmest month in Edinburgh, with temperatures ranging from 9ºC to 20ºC.
Look for cheap tickets from MAD to EDI in January if you like travelling in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between -1ºC and 7ºC on average.
Explore more of United Kingdom
You've seen Edinburgh, now it's time to explore other corners of United Kingdom. Travel around 402 kilometres south to Birmingham to check off its popular sights. From Cadbury World to The Library of Birmingham and National Sea Life Centre, you'll have a packed itinerary ahead.
Glasgow is another favourite destination in United Kingdom and is around 64 kilometres west of Edinburgh. No trip is complete without visiting Glasgow Cathedral, Kelvingrove Art Gallery and Museum and Riverside Museum.