Flying from Vienna Airport (VIE) to Madrid Airport (MAD): what you need to know
The average duration of a direct flight from Vienna Airport to Madrid Airport is 3 hours 10 minutes.
Vienna and Madrid are in the UTC+1 timezone. This means you won't have to change your watch when you arrive.
Flights from VIE to MAD start at 06:25 — the earliest with Ryanair. The latest departure is at 19:45 with Iberia. In total, you can take your pick of 26 weekly Vienna Airport to Madrid Airport flights.
Leave plenty of time to catch your VIE to MAD flight. A good rule of thumb is to arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
You can expect bigger queues during popular months such as July. Arriving up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours for domestic departures is a wise move.
Jetting into Madrid (and then exploring more of Spain!) is a breeze with Iberia. This popular airline offers direct flights from Vienna Airport to Madrid Airport.
The majority of passengers choose to travel with Iberia on this route.
Iberia is the most punctual carrier offering VIE to MAD flights. A reliable 86.19% of its services on this route arrive as scheduled.
How to find the cheapest flights from Vienna Airport (VIE) to Madrid Airport (MAD)
Rs8,865 is currently the best price for a one-way Vienna Airport to Madrid Airport flight. A return flight starts from Rs15,873. These fares can change based on availability.
To pick up cheap tickets from VIE to MAD, book your trip one month ahead of your departure.
June is the cheapest month for flights from Vienna Airport to Madrid Airport. If you want to travel at a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will show you the lowest airfares for every month.
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Handy information about Vienna Airport (VIE)
Vienna Airport maintains a strong on-time performance, so flight disruptions are less likely. Departures from VIE land on schedule 80% of the time.
Vienna Airport is about 18 kilometres from central Vienna. If you're ride-sharing, catching a taxi or driving from the centre, it'll take you 25 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.
Planning to catch public transport? Expect a trip time of around 15 minutes.
Have an early flight from Vienna Airport to Madrid Airport? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the terminal (and get some extra shut-eye) by choosing one of these stays close to VIE:
Arriving at Madrid Airport (MAD)
If you're coming in on a late Vienna Airport to Madrid Airport flight, few things beat the convenience of being near the terminal. Grab your bags from the carousel and then be resting shortly after at one of these accommodation options near MAD:
Begin your adventure 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 best rate by booking your ride from Madrid Airport around one week in advance of your trip.
Getting from Madrid Airport (MAD) to central Madrid
Madrid Airport to central Madrid has a drive time of around 20 minutes. It's approximately 13 kilometres away.
Travelling on public transport takes around 30 minutes.
When to fly to Madrid Airport (MAD)
The quietest month for a flight from Vienna Airport to Madrid Airport is March, while July is the busiest. Choose the ideal time to go to Madrid based on whether you prefer a faster pace or a more relaxed vibe.
When reserving your flight from Vienna Airport to Madrid Airport, consider the type of weather you like. July is the warmest month in Madrid, with the temperature ranging from 18ºC to 37ºC.
Search for cheap tickets from VIE to MAD in January if you like travelling in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between 0ºC and 12ºC on average.
Explore more of Spain
You've done Madrid, now it's time to discover other parts of Spain. Travel about 274 kilometres north-east to Zaragoza to tick off its popular sights. From Plaza del Pilar to La Seo del Salvador and Basílica de Nuestra Senora del Pilar, your itinerary will be busy.
Around 177 kilometres west of Madrid, Salamanca is another favourite stop in Spain. Experience major highlights starting with Catedral de Salamanca, Salamanca, Casco Historico and Plaza Mayor.
