Flying from Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport (MAD) to Skopje International Airport (SKP): what you need to know
Skopje's timezone is UTC+1, which is the same as Madrid.
Arrive at the airport on time so you don't miss your MAD to SKP flight. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid a last-minute sprint to the gate.
Flying during a peak time such as July? School holidays and other popular periods can mean longer lines and delays at airport checkpoints. Be extra cautious and arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours before a domestic departure.
We make it simple to book a flight with a stopover. To see your options for tickets from Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport to Skopje International Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, choose a flight with a stop long enough to tour your chosen city. Worthwhile stopovers between MAD and SKP include:
Vienna International Airport
Franjo Tudman Airport
Malta International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport (MAD) to Skopje International Airport (SKP)
The cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport to Skopje International Airport flight is Rs10,677. A return plane ticket is currently Rs19,448. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares can change.
It's a good idea to book early if you're hoping to get cheap tickets from MAD to SKP. That's because airlines change prices based on demand, which tends to increase closer to the date of departure.
Getting cheap flights from Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport to Skopje International Airport is easier if you can be flexible with your travel dates. Use the 'Whole month' function to see the lowest prices across the month and score a great deal.
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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 about 25 minutes by car. This depends on traffic, however. It's approximately 18 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
The trip when using public transport typically takes 35 minutes.
Taking an early flight from Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport to Skopje International Airport? Avoid the stress of rushing to the terminal (and catch some extra z's) by picking one of these stays close to MAD:
Arriving at Skopje International Airport (SKP)
Reserve a hotel near SKP if you're taking a late Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport to Skopje International Airport flight. Settle into one of these accommodation options and skip the long transfer after landing:
Pick up a Skopje International Airport rental car and discover Skopje and beyond with your own wheels. 387rentacar, Avant Car and Carwiz are top outlets you can book with here.
Secure the lowest price by reserving your ride from Skopje International Airport around three weeks in advance of your trip.
Getting from Skopje International Airport (SKP) to central Skopje
Skopje International Airport to the centre of Skopje has a drive time of around 25 minutes. It's approximately 24 kilometres away.
Travelling to the centre by public transport takes roughly 1 hour 5 minutes.
When to fly to Skopje International Airport (SKP)
July is the busiest month for flights from Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport to Skopje International Airport. To avoid the crowds, travel to Skopje in February.
When reserving your flight from Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport to Skopje International Airport, think about the kind of weather you enjoy. August is the warmest month in Skopje, with temperatures ranging from 16ºC to 33ºC.
Search for cheap tickets from MAD to SKP in January if you'd rather travel during cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between -8ºC and 8ºC on average.
Explore more of North Macedonia
Bitola is just one of the many places in North Macedonia waiting to be explored once you've seen Skopje. Around 105 kilometres away to the south, popular attractions include Memorial Park Beit Haim-Monastir, Od Babam Bitola Odgleduvcnica za Sarplaninci and Park Karposh Bitola.
Around 29 kilometres north-east of Skopje, Kumanovo is another favourite stop in North Macedonia. Experience the best of this destination with a visit to MTB Road Cross Cycling Kumanovo, Pivo Park and Monument to the People's Revolution.