Madrid-Barajas Airport

Minimum Connection Time in Madrid-Barajas Airport

The Minimum Connection Time (MCT) required in a specific airport is important to know if the route has a connecting flight. It's always better to check it before booking a ticket. The MCT is also a deciding factor when a traveller makes a claim for compensation for a missed connection. Below you can find the minimum time needed for connecting flights in Madrid-Barajas Airport.

• Between domestic flights: 20 min.
• Between domestic and international flights: 60 min.
• Between international flights: 60 min.

Madrid Airport terminals

Airport terminals are the sectors - sometimes separate buildings - that allow air travellers to move between the areas for boarding and disembarking from the plane and transport on the ground. It's essential to check from which terminal you are departing from or travelling through because you might need some extra time to get to the necessary one, especially in larger airports. In Madrid-Barajas Airport there are 5 Terminals.

Terminal T1 – Aeroflot, easyJet, Ryanair, United Airlines and others

Terminal T2 – Air France, Alitalia, Brussels Airlines, Lufthansa and others

Terminal T3 – Air Europa, Delta, Western Air and others

Terminal T4 – American Airlines, Czech Airlines, Emirates, Iberia, Qatar Airways and others

Terminal T4S – American Airlines, British Airways, Finnair, Iberia and others

Getting from Madrid Airport to city centre

It may be difficult to find the best way to get to the city centre when travelling to a destination for the very first time. Public transportation is not always operating straight from the airport and taxis might be expensive. We suggest checking all the alternatives ahead of the flight so you are aware of what your options are and can plan your trip respectively.

Madrid Airport train

• Line C1
  Direction: Príncipe Pío
  Travel time (approx.): 20 min. to the city centre
  Operating hours: 06:02 AM - 11:31 PM, daily

Madrid Airport bus

• Line 101
  Direction: Canillejas Transport Hub
  Travel time (approx.): 26 min. to final destination
  Operating hours: Mon-Fri: 06:00 AM - 11:25 PM, Sat-Sun: 07:00 AM - 11:25 PM
• Line 203
  Direction: Atocha railway station
  Travel time (approx.): 40 min. to the final destination
  Operating hours: 24 hrs., daily
• Line 200
  Direction: Avenida de América
• Line 827
  Direction: Tres Cantos

Madrid Airport metro

• Line 8
  Travel time (approx.): 15 min. to city centre
  Ticket price: adult single ticket starts from 5 EUR

Madrid Airport taxi

• Pick up point: outside the terminals
  Travel time (approx.): 25 min. to city centre
  Approximate price: 30 EUR

Where to have a rest in Madrid-Barajas Airport

Sometimes air passengers experience prolonged waiting times between flights, such as overnight layovers. When this happens, it is good for passengers to be familiar with where they can relax and spend their time between flights.

Madrid Airport lounges

Lounges are places in the airport which provide passengers with services such as food, drinks, relaxation spaces, free WIFI and showers, so that passengers can wait in comfort.

• Cibeles Lounge
  Location: Terminal 1, Level 2
  Opening hours: 24 hrs., daily
  Price: 36.05 EUR
• Puerta de Alcala Lounge
  Location: Terminal 2, Level 2
  Opening hours: 05:00 AM - 11:00 PM, daily
  Price: 34.90 EUR

Hotels near Madrid Airport

When your flight departs the next day or the lounges are not so relaxing, you can opt for staying in a nearby hotel. Whereas some hotels are within in the airport building, with others, passengers may need to leave the airport to find the closest hotel. In the event you decide to stay overnight in a hotel between flights, we have chosen some comfortable options for you.

• ibis Madrid Aeropuerto Barajas Hotel
  Price: from 75 EUR per night
  Address: Av. General, 49, 28042 Madrid, Spain
  Contact: +34 913 010 999
• Barajas Plaza Hotel
  Price: from 54 EUR per night
  Address: C/ Camarillas, 5-7, 28042 Madrid, Spain
  Contact: +34 913 010 081

Madrid Airport cafes & restaurants

Feeling hungry or thirsty while travelling is the last thing you need. Whether you require a simple breakfast before an early flight, a leisurely lunch during an extensive layover, or to just grab something to eat while on board, we have several possibilities for you to ensure you don’t become hungry during your journey.

• PAUL
  Description: French bakery
  Location: several locations in Terminals 4 and 3
• Starbucks
  Description: coffee, drinks, desserts, sandwiches, snacks
  Location: Terminals 1, 4, and 4S
• Espression Lavazza
  Description: coffee, snacks, desserts, cold and hot drinks
  Location: Terminals 1, 2, and 4
  Opening hours: 06:00 AM - 10:00 PM, daily

Madrid Airport shops

If you leave your souvenir shopping to the last possible minute, or you just have time to pass before the flight, it's worthwhile visiting the airport shops. Our guide below can help you to discover the best shopping places for your needs.

• Madrid
  Description: Duty Free
  Location: several locations in each terminal
• WHSmith
  Description: newspapers, magazines, books, drinks, snacks, and sweets
  Location: Terminals 4 and 4S
• Samsonite
  Description: luggage and travel accessories
  Location: Terminal T4, Departures, Level 1, Boarding area J
  Opening hours: 07:00 AM - 10:00 PM, daily

Madrid Airport car rental

Some parts of the world are worth travelling through by car, or it may be necessary for your journey to drive. This list of car rental companies will help you to pick the right car rental company for your journey.

• Enterprise
  Location: Airport area
  Opening hours: 07:00 AM - 12:00 AM, daily
  Contact: +34 912 750 995
• Avis
  Location: Airport area
  Opening hours: 07:00 AM - 02:00 AM, daily
  Contact: +34 902 200 162
• Sixt
  Location: Airport area
  Opening hours: 07:00 AM - 01:00 AM, daily
  Contact: +34 871 180 192

Other services in Madrid International Airport

Below are some other useful amenities in the airport that you may need to visit during your time in the airport.

• Lost & Found
• Farmacia (Pharmacy)
• Tourist Information
• Children's play areas

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