Flying from San Diego International Airport (SAN) to Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport (MAD): what you need to know
Madrid is eight hours ahead of San Diego and follows the UTC+1 timezone.
Get to the airport on time so you don't miss your SAN to MAD flight. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid any last-minute rush.
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 of international flights whenever you're flying during a peak period in general.
We make it a piece of cake to book a flight with a stopover. To see all your options for tickets from San Diego International Airport to Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, pick a flight that has a stop long enough to visit your chosen city. Popular stopovers between SAN and MAD include:
Charlotte Douglas International Airport
Philadelphia International Airport
London Heathrow Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from San Diego International Airport (SAN) to Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport (MAD)
At the moment, Rs66,239 is the lowest price we've found for a one-way San Diego International Airport to Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport flight. The best price for a return ticket is Rs118,847. Bear in mind that fares could change due to demand at the time of booking.
To find cheap tickets from SAN to MAD, book as early as you can. Airlines usually offer lower prices when flights are first released.
The 'Whole month' search function shows you the cheapest flights from San Diego International Airport to Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport across every month. It's a good way to snap up a bargain if your dates are flexible.
You don't need to check every day to see if fares have gone down when you set up a Price Alert. We'll notify you the moment the price changes on cheap flights from SAN to MAD.
Select your ideal arrival and departure times, airlines and number of stops with the filters. Alternatively, sort your results by 'Cheapest' to get the best deals on flights from San Diego International Airport to Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport.
Handy information about San Diego International Airport (SAN)
SAN is located at Airport Drive.
When it comes to the on-time performance of San Diego International Airport, data shows 71.38% of flights meet their scheduled arrival time.
Central San Diego to San Diego International Airport is approximately 5 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take about 10 minutes to get there if you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving.
Planning to catch public transport? Expect a trip time of around 20 minutes.
Looking for a handy hotel near SAN? If you're boarding an early flight from San Diego International Airport to Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport, these accommodation options will put you moments from your departure gate:
Arriving at Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport (MAD)
The last thing you need is a lengthy trip to your hotel if you're getting in late on a San Diego International Airport to Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport flight. Check in to one of these accommodation options near MAD instead:
Begin your adventure by picking up an Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Record Go, Goldcar or Click and Rent and explore beyond Madrid's usual tourist stops.
Reserving your ride from Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport about one week ahead increases your chances of getting a good deal.
Getting from Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport (MAD) to central Madrid
From Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport, Madrid is approximately 18 kilometres away. It takes around 25 minutes to get to the centre driving.
If you're taking public transport, expect a journey of around 35 minutes.
When to fly to Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport (MAD)
It's time to pick your trip dates for your flight from San Diego International Airport to Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport. July is the most popular month to visit Madrid. If you prefer a quieter vibe, go in April.
The warmest month in Madrid is July, with temperatures ranging between 17ºC and 36ºC. Book your flights from San Diego International Airport to Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport in this month if you like this kind of weather.
If you like travelling in cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from SAN to MAD in January. Average temperatures are between 0ºC and 11ºC then.
Explore more of Spain
Madrid has loads to offer, but there are so many other corners of Spain waiting to be discovered. About 274 kilometres north-east of Madrid, a visit to Zaragoza will keep your itinerary packed. Start with leading sights like Puente de Piedra, Museo Pablo Gargallo and El Tubo.
Around 177 kilometres west of Madrid, Salamanca is another favourite stop in Spain. No visit is complete without checking out Plaza Mayor, S.O.U. Servicio de Orientación al Universitario. Universidad de Salamanca and Pontifical University of Salamanca.
