Real-time flights, transport options, airport tips and more
Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport (MAD) serves as a major aviation hub for Madrid and the surrounding region. This guide provides live flight departures, arrivals, delay statistics, and transport options to help you navigate MAD Airport with ease. Whether you are a first-time visitor or a frequent flyer, find everything you need — from real-time flight boards to traveler tips — all in one place.
Frequently Asked Questions
Metro Line 8 runs from the airport to Nuevos Ministerios in central Madrid for €4.50-5.00 (includes airport supplement). The Cercanias C1 train from Terminal 4 to Chamartin costs just €2.60. The Airport Express bus (Line 203) runs 24/7 to Atocha Station. Taxis have a flat rate of €33 to central Madrid.
Free Wi-Fi is available at all terminals via 'Airport_Free_WiFi_MAD'. VIP lounge passes start from €30 with walk-in rates around €35. Lounges typically include showers, rest areas, meeting rooms, and catering. The airport has extensive shopping in Terminal 4.
General parking at P1 near Terminal 1 is charged by the minute. Express parking is for short stays up to 30 minutes. Long-term parking is available at lower daily rates. Pre-booking online offers the best prices.
Arrive 2 hours before Schengen flights and 3 hours before non-Schengen flights. Terminal 4 and its satellite T4S are very large and connected by an automated train. The walk from T4 check-in to T4S gates can take 15-20 minutes. Security is generally efficient.
Check the live delay index above for real-time delay statistics at Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport, including the percentage of delayed flights and average delay times. Download byAir for push notifications on flight status changes.
