Travelling from Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport (MAD) to Ostend-Bruges International Airport (OST): what you need to know
Madrid and Ostend are both in the UTC+1 timezone. That means you won't have to change your watch when you arrive.
Your MAD to OST flight won't wait if you're running late, so don't forget to check in on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead for international travel.
Travelling during a peak time like July? Major public holidays and other high seasons can lead to longer queues and delays at check-in and security. Play things extra safe and arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours before a domestic departure.
How to find the cheapest flights from Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport (MAD) to Ostend-Bruges International Airport (OST)
The cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport to Ostend-Bruges International Airport flight is Rs36,783. A round-trip plane ticket is currently Rs86,375. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares could change.
To get your hands on cheap tickets from MAD to OST, book as early as you can. Airlines usually offer their most competitively priced fares when flights are first released.
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Handy information about Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport (MAD)
Of all flights leaving Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport, 78.23% land on time at their destination.
To get to Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport from central Madrid, it takes around 25 minutes by car. Of course, this depends on traffic. It's approximately 18 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
You can expect a journey time of about 35 minutes on public transport.
Taking an early flight from Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport to Ostend-Bruges International Airport? Avoid rushing to the terminal (and get some extra shut-eye) by choosing one of these stays near MAD:
Arriving at Ostend-Bruges International Airport (OST)
If you're arriving on a late Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport to Ostend-Bruges International Airport flight, few things beat the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Collect your bags from the carousel and then be showered and snoozing shortly after at one of these accommodation options near OST:
Enjoy the freedom to roam with an Ostend-Bruges International Airport rental car. Pick up a set of wheels from Avis to explore parts of Ostend that most tourists miss.
To lock in the lowest rate, reserve your vehicle from Ostend-Bruges International Airport several weeks in advance. Prices generally rise closer to your departure date.
Getting from Ostend-Bruges International Airport (OST) to central Ostend
From Ostend-Bruges International Airport, Ostend is approximately 5 kilometres away. It takes around 10 minutes to get to the centre driving.
It takes roughly 15 minutes if you're using public transport.
When to fly to Ostend-Bruges International Airport (OST)
It's time to pick your trip dates for your flight from Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport to Ostend-Bruges International Airport. July is the most popular month to head to Ostend. If you'd like a more relaxed vibe, go in January.
Book your flight from Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport to Ostend-Bruges International Airport for August if you'd like to explore Ostend during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures of between 14ºC and 23ºC.
Look for cheap tickets from MAD to OST in January if you'd rather travel during cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between 0ºC and 8ºC on average.
Explore more of Belgium
Ostend has loads to offer, but there are so many other parts of Belgium you should also see. Around 113 kilometres east of Ostend, a visit to Brussels will keep you busy. Check out popular attractions like Grand Place, Atomium and Manneken Pis.
If you're looking to explore another major stop in Belgium, head for Charleroi, about 137 kilometres south-east of Ostend. Parc Gobbe, Maison Dermine (art déco — 1921) and Parc Ligny are among its highlights.
