Flying from Gimhae International Airport (PUS) to Madrid Airport (MAD): what you need to know
The timezone in Madrid is UTC+1, which is eight hours behind Busan.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are travel rules worth sticking to. Get to the airport on time to board your PUS to MAD flight.
You can expect longer lines during popular months such as August. Arriving up to four hours in advance for an international flight and two hours for a domestic departure is a good idea.
Think about adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Gimhae International Airport to Madrid Airport. Just uncheck 'Direct flights only' to break up your trip, or even explore someplace new along the way. Here are some options between PUS and MAD:
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Handy information about Gimhae International Airport (PUS)
79% of flights that take off from Gimhae International Airport arrive at their destination on time.
To reach Gimhae International Airport from central Busan, it'll take about 30 minutes if you're planning to drive. This depends on traffic though. It's approximately 19 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
Expect a journey time of roughly 45 minutes when using public transport.
Get your break off to a hassle-free start by staying near PUS. Whether you've booked an early flight from Gimhae International Airport to Madrid Airport or just don't want to be rushed, these stays are ideal:
Arriving at Madrid Airport (MAD)
The last thing you want is a lengthy trip to your hotel if you're arriving on a late Gimhae International Airport to Madrid Airport flight. Book one of these accommodation options near MAD instead:
Hit the road running by picking up a Madrid Airport rental car. Grab a set of 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 around one week ahead of your departure.
Getting from Madrid Airport (MAD) to central Madrid
Madrid Airport to central Madrid has a drive time of about 20 minutes. It's approximately 13 kilometres away.
If you're travelling by public transport, expect a journey of roughly 30 minutes.
When to fly to Madrid Airport (MAD)
July is the busiest month for flights from Gimhae International Airport to Madrid Airport. To skip the crowds, travel to Madrid in March.
Lock in your flight from Gimhae International Airport to Madrid Airport for July if you'd like to explore Madrid during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures of between 18ºC and 37ºC.
If you want cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from PUS to MAD in January. Average temperatures are between 0ºC and 12ºC then.
Explore more of Spain
Zaragoza is just one of the many places in Spain waiting to be discovered once you've taken in the sights of 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 side of Spain, consider Salamanca, about 177 kilometres west of Madrid. Catedral de Salamanca, Salamanca, Casco Historico and Plaza Mayor are key reasons to visit.