Flying from Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport (MAD) to Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW): what you need to know
Jump on a direct flight from Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport to Sabiha Gokcen International Airport and you'll be travelling for an average of 4 hours 10 minutes.
Istanbul's timezone is UTC+3, making Istanbul two hours ahead of Madrid.
Choose from 45 weekly Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport to Sabiha Gokcen International Airport flights. The 12:45 departure with Pegasus is the earliest you can take. Pegasus operates the latest service of the day at 17:00.
Arrive at the airport on time so you don't miss your MAD to SAW flight. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid sprinting to your gate.
Be prepared for bigger queues during popular months like July. Arriving up to four hours in advance for international flights and two hours for a domestic departure is a smart move.
Pegasus is your gateway to exploring Istanbul (and perhaps some other exciting parts of Türkiye (Turkey)!). Check out the direct flights from Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport to Sabiha Gokcen International Airport offered by this popular carrier.
The majority of travellers choose to fly with Pegasus on this route.
With 66.32% of services arriving as scheduled, Pegasus is the most punctual carrier offering MAD to SAW flights.
If you want to split up your journey, simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport to Sabiha Gokcen International Airport. These are the top stopovers between MAD and SAW:
Belgrad Nikola Tesla Airport
Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport
Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport (MAD) to Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW)
At the moment, Rs22,883 is the cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport to Sabiha Gokcen International Airport flight. The best price for a return ticket is Rs43,154. Bear in mind that fares could change due to availability at the time of booking.
Don't leave everything to the last minute. You're more likely to find cheap tickets from MAD to SAW if you book ahead. Airlines often offer some amazing early bird rates.
Organise your trip for November. That's the cheapest month for flights from Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport to Sabiha Gokcen International Airport. If your travel dates are flexible, use the 'Whole month' tool to find the lowest airfare across each month.
Save time looking for cheap flights from MAD to SAW by setting up 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 'Fastest,' 'Best' or 'Cheapest' flights from Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport to Sabiha Gokcen International Airport.
Handy information about Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport (MAD)
When it comes to Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport's on-time performance, data shows 78.23% of flights arrive within the scheduled timeframe.
Central Madrid to Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport is around 18 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take you about 25 minutes to get there if you're driving, catching a cab or ride-sharing.
You can expect a journey time of roughly 35 minutes when using public transport.
Get your break off to a hassle-free start by staying near MAD. Whether you're taking an early flight from Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport to Sabiha Gokcen International Airport or just don't like being rushed, these stays are ideal:
Arriving at Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW)
If you're landing on a late Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport to Sabiha Gokcen International Airport flight, few things beat the convenience of being near the terminal. Grab your luggage from the carousel and then be resting not long after at one of these options near SAW:
Go wherever you want, whenever you want with a Sabiha Gokcen International Airport rental car. Pick up a set of wheels from Essence, Eren Rent a Car or 724 Rent and venture far and wide through Istanbul and beyond.
Booking your ride from Sabiha Gokcen International Airport around four weeks in advance gives you the best shot at securing a great deal.
Getting from Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW) to central Istanbul
Sabiha Gokcen International Airport to central Istanbul has a drive time of about 55 minutes. It's approximately 48 kilometres away.
Getting to the centre by public transport takes roughly 1 hour 30 minutes.
When to fly to Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW)
The quietest month for a flight from Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport to Sabiha Gokcen International Airport is April, while August is the busiest. Choose the ideal time to go to Istanbul based on whether you prefer a more relaxed vibe or a faster pace.
Book your flight from Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport to Sabiha Gokcen International Airport for August if you'd like to visit Istanbul during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures of between 20ºC and 30ºC.
If you want to travel in cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from MAD to SAW in January. Temperatures average between 2ºC and 11ºC then.
Explore more of Türkiye (Turkey)
You've done Istanbul, now it's time to discover more of Türkiye (Turkey). Journey around 354 kilometres east to Ankara to tick off its must-visit sights. From Museum of Anatolian Civilizations to Kocatepe Mosque (Kocatepe Camii) and Genclik Park, there's plenty to keep you on the go.
If you're looking to explore another great destination in Türkiye (Turkey), consider Izmir, roughly 322 kilometres south-west of Istanbul. Kordonboyu, Kadifekale Castle and Konak Square are key highlights.
