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Madrid-Barajas Airport – flight delay

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40337 flights tracked

111 flights delayed by >3 hours

140 flights cancelled

Madrid-Barajas Airport is an international airport of the largest city in Spain. It is situated approximately 13 km from the centre of the city. Madrid Airport had a passenger volume of over 57.9 million in 2018. Madrid-Barajas Airport is the hub for Air Europa and Iberia. It is also the base for Air Europa and Iberia.

Address:

Av de la Hispanidad, s/n, 28042 Madrid, Spain

https://www.aena.es/en/adolfo-suarez-madrid-barajas.html

Arrivals (flight irregularity)

Flight # Airline From Expected Arrival Actual Arrival

FR566 Ryanair

Tenerife Reina Sofia Airport

EXPECTED 06.12.2023 21:55:00

ACTUAL 07.12.2023 01:25:00

Delayed

VY5087 Vueling Airlines

Franz Josef Strauss Airport

EXPECTED 05.12.2023 15:00:00

ACTUAL 05.12.2023 18:05:00

Delayed

LA1606 LATAM Airlines

Franz Josef Strauss Airport

EXPECTED 05.12.2023 15:00:00

ACTUAL 05.12.2023 18:05:00

Delayed

Departures (flight irregularity)

Flight # Airline To Expected Arrival Actual Arrival

FR5993 Ryanair

London Stansted Airport

EXPECTED 06.12.2023 14:00:00

ACTUAL 06.12.2023 17:15:00

Delayed

UA8982 Lufthansa

Frankfurt am Main Airport

EXPECTED 05.12.2023 08:45:00

ACTUAL Cancelled

Cancelled

LH1121 Lufthansa

Frankfurt am Main Airport

EXPECTED 05.12.2023 08:45:00

ACTUAL Cancelled

Cancelled

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.

For updated information and connections of public transport go here.

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
Puerta del Sol Lounge
Location: Terminal 3, Boarding area
Opening hours: 05:00 AM - 11:00 PM, daily
Price: 34.90 EUR
Plaza Mayor Lounge
Location: Terminal 4, Level 1
Opening hours: 06:00 AM - 10:00 PM, daily
Price: 34.90 EUR
Sala VIP Neptuno Lounge
Location: Terminal 4S, Level 2
Opening hours: 24 hrs., daily
Price: 36.05 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
Website: click
Barajas Plaza Hotel
Price: from 54 EUR per night
Address: C/ Camarillas, 5-7, 28042 Madrid, Spain
Contact: +34 913 010 081
Website: click
Air Rooms Madrid Airport By Premium Traveller Hotel
Price: from 158 EUR per night
Address: Madrid-Barajas Adolfo Suárez Airport, Iberia - Terminal 4, 28042 Iberia, Madrid, Spain
Contact: +34 933 758 600
Website: click

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.

Go here to find a full list of dining places in Madrid Airport.

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
Burger King
Description: fast food restaurant
Location: Terminals 1, 2, and 4S
McDonald´s
Description: fast food restaurant
Location: Terminals 4, Levels 1 and
Barril express Airport
Description: Spanish food
Location: Terminal T4S, Departures, Level 1, Boarding area S
Opening hours: 24 hrs., 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.

Go here to find a complete description of shops.

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
El Market España
Description: souvenirs
Location: Terminals 1 and 3
Opening hours: Mon-Sat: 07:00 AM - 09:00 PM, Sun: 07:00 AM - 10:00 PM
Tous
Description: Spanish jewellery, accessories, and fashion
Location: Terminal T3, Departures, Level 1, Boarding area E
Opening hours: 07:00 AM - 09:00 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
Europcar
Location: Airport area
Opening hours: 24 hrs., daily
Contact: +34 911 505 000
Sixt
Location: Airport area
Opening hours: 07:00 AM - 01:00 AM, daily
Contact: +34 871 180 192
National
Location: Airport area
Opening hours: 07:00 AM - 12:00 AM, daily
Contact: +34 912 750 995

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
Location: Terminals 1 and 4, Arrivals, Level 0
Opening hours: 07:00 AM - 10:00 PM, daily
Contact: T1: +34 913 936 119, T4: +34 917 466 439, email: mad.seg.objetosperdidos@aena.es
Farmacia (Pharmacy)
Location: Terminals 1, 2 and 4
Contact: +34 913 338 357
Tourist Information
Location: Terminals 2 and 4, Level 0
Contact: +34 915 787 810
Children's play areas
Location: several locations in every Terminal

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