Travelling from Raleigh-Durham International Airport (RDU) to Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport (MAD): what you need to know
The timezone in Madrid is UTC+1, which is five hours ahead of Durham.
Arrive at the airport on time so you don't miss your RDU to MAD flight. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid sprinting to your gate.
During popular months such as July, it's a good idea to get to the airport even earlier. Arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead for international flights when you fly during peak periods in general.
We make it simple to book a flight with a stopover. To see all your options for tickets from Raleigh-Durham International Airport to Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, choose a flight offering a stop long enough to explore the city of your choice. Some great stopovers between RDU and MAD include:
Philadelphia International Airport
Logan International Airport
Charles de Gaulle Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Raleigh-Durham International Airport (RDU) to Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport (MAD)
Rs75,749 is the best price for a one-way Raleigh-Durham International Airport to Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport flight. A return flight starts at Rs130,358. These fares can change depending on demand and availability.
To pick up cheap tickets from RDU to MAD, book ahead. Airlines typically offer the most competitive fares when flights are first made available.
The 'Whole month' tool shows you the cheapest flights from Raleigh-Durham International Airport to Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport across each month. It's a good way to snap up a bargain if your dates aren't set in stone.
There's no need to check back in every day to find out if fares have dropped when you create a Price Alert. We'll notify you as soon as a special offer becomes available on cheap flights from RDU to MAD.
Tailor your trip with filters. Pick your ideal arrival and departure times, total journey duration and airlines. You can also sort your results by 'Best,' 'Fastest' or 'Cheapest' flights from Raleigh-Durham International Airport to Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport.
Handy information about Raleigh-Durham International Airport (RDU)
80.09% of flights leaving Raleigh-Durham International Airport touch down at their destination according to schedule. Given its dependable on-time performance, you're unlikely to experience delays when taking off from RDU.
To reach Raleigh-Durham International Airport from central Durham, it'll take around 20 minutes by car. Of course, this depends on traffic. It's approximately 23 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
You can expect a trip time of roughly 1 hour 10 minutes on public transport.
Taking an early flight from Raleigh-Durham International Airport to Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the terminal (and sneak in some extra precious sleep) by choosing one of these stays close to RDU:
Arriving at Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport (MAD)
The last thing you want is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late Raleigh-Durham International Airport to Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport flight. Check in to one of these accommodation options near MAD instead:
Pick up an Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport rental car and explore Madrid and beyond with your own set of wheels. Record Go, Goldcar and Click and Rent are popular providers you can book with here.
To secure the lowest price, book your vehicle from Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport around one week before you travel.
Getting from Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport (MAD) to central Madrid
Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport to central Madrid has a drive time of about 25 minutes. It's approximately 18 kilometres away.
Travelling to the centre by public transport takes roughly 35 minutes.
When to fly to Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport (MAD)
The quietest month for a flight from Raleigh-Durham International Airport to Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport is April, while July is the busiest. Choose the ideal time to visit Madrid based on whether you prefer a laid-back vibe or a more bustling atmosphere.
Book your flight from Raleigh-Durham International Airport to Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport for July if you'd like to visit Madrid during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 17ºC and 36ºC.
January has average temperatures of between 0ºC and 11ºC. Look for cheap tickets from RDU to MAD sometime around then if you want to travel in cooler conditions.
Explore more of Spain
Zaragoza is just one of the many places in Spain waiting to be explored after you've seen Madrid. Around 274 kilometres away to the north-east, well-known attractions include Puente de Piedra, Museo Pablo Gargallo and El Tubo.
Around 177 kilometres west of Madrid, Salamanca is another essential stop in Spain. Start your sightseeing at Plaza Mayor, S.O.U. Servicio de Orientación al Universitario. Universidad de Salamanca and Pontifical University of Salamanca.
