Flying from Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport (MAD) to Almeria Airport (LEI): what you need to know
Around 1 hour 15 minutes is how long you'll be travelling on a direct flight from Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport to Almeria Airport.
Madrid and Almeria follow the same timezone, UTC+1.
Every week, there are 46 Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport to Almeria Airport flights. To take off early, pick the 07:45 Iberia flight. If you'd rather make the most of your time before flying, the latest flight is at 20:30 with Iberia.
For a smooth journey, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This way, you'll have plenty of time to catch your MAD to LEI flight.
During popular months such as July, it's best to get to the airport well in advance. Plan to arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead for international flights whenever you're flying during a peak period in general.
Travelling to Almeria (and then seeing more of Spain!) is a snap with Iberia. This popular airline offers direct flights from Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport to Almeria Airport.
Iberia is the most frequently booked airline on this route.
The most punctual carrier offering MAD to LEI flights is Iberia. Its services land as scheduled 78.16% of the time.
Consider adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport to Almeria Airport. Just uncheck 'Direct flights only' to break up your trip, or even explore someplace new along the way. Here are some options between MAD and LEI:
Barcelona-El Prat Airport
Palma de Mallorca Airport
Bilbao Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport (MAD) to Almeria Airport (LEI)
The cheapest price we've found for a one-way Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport to Almeria Airport flight is $63. A return fare right now is $102. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares may change.
Book eight months before your departure date. After crunching the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you should book ahead to secure cheap tickets from MAD to LEI.
Plan your trip for July. That's the cheapest month for flights from Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport to Almeria Airport. If you have flexibility with your dates, try out the 'Whole month' tool to see the lowest airfare across each month.
There's no need to check back in every day to find out if fares have dropped when you set up a Price Alert. We'll update you the moment there's a change in price on cheap flights from MAD to LEI.
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Handy information about Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport (MAD)
Of the departures from Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport, 78.23% arrive as scheduled at their destination.
Central Madrid to Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport is around 18 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take you about 25 minutes to get there if you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab.
Taking public transport? Expect a trip time of around 35 minutes.
Get your holiday off to a relaxed start by staying near MAD. Whether you're taking an early flight from Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport to Almeria Airport or just don't want to be rushed, these hotels have you covered:
Arriving at Almeria Airport (LEI)
If you're coming in on a late Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport to Almeria Airport flight, nothing tops the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Collect your bags from the carousel and then be resting soon after at one of these hotels near LEI:
Follow your own route with an Almeria Airport rental car. Pick up a set of wheels from Goldcar, Green Motion or Keddy By Europcar and find adventure across Almeria and beyond.
To lock in the lowest price, book your ride from Almeria Airport around three weeks before travelling.
Getting from Almeria Airport (LEI) to central Almeria
Almeria Airport to central Almeria has a drive time of around 15 minutes. It's approximately 11 kilometres away.
It typically takes 50 minutes to get there using public transport.
When to fly to Almeria Airport (LEI)
The quietest month for a flight from Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport to Almeria Airport is January, while July is the most popular. Pick the best time to visit Almeria based on whether you prefer a faster pace or a more relaxed vibe.
The warmest month in Almeria is July, with temperatures ranging between 21ºC (70ºF) and 33ºC (91ºF). Lock in your flights from Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport to Almeria Airport in this month if you enjoy this type of weather.
Look for cheap tickets from MAD to LEI in January if you'd rather travel during cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between 7ºC (45ºF) and 17ºC (63ºF) on average.
Explore more of Spain
You've seen Almeria, now it's time to explore other parts of Spain. Journey around 274 kilometres west to Ceuta to tick off its leading attractions. From Playa de Calamocarro to Playa de San Amaro and Escultura de Enrique el Navegante, there's plenty to keep you busy.
Melilla is another well-known destination in Spain and is around 177 kilometres south of Almeria. No journey is complete without a visit to Melilla la Vieja, Iglesia del Sagrado Corazon de Jesus and Hernandez Park.
