Flying from Almaty Airport (ALA) to Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport (MAD): what you need to know
The timezone in Madrid is UTC+1, which is five hours behind Almaty.
To ensure you get on your ALA to MAD flight, allow plenty of time to check in and find your gate. Turning up two hours ahead of international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the standard rule.
You'll likely experience longer lines during popular months such as July. Arriving up to four hours in advance for international flights and two hours for domestic departures will give you ample time for security and boarding.
We make it a piece of cake to book a flight with a stopover. To see all your options for tickets from Almaty Airport to Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, pick a flight that has a stop long enough to visit the city of your choice. Popular stopovers between ALA and MAD include:
Frankfurt Airport
Sabiha Gokcen International Airport
Hamad International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Almaty Airport (ALA) to Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport (MAD)
Right now, $346 is the cheapest price we've found for a one-way Almaty Airport to Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport flight. The best price for a return plane ticket is $829. Keep in mind that fares can change due to demand when booking.
Don't leave everything to the last minute. You're more likely to find cheap tickets from ALA to MAD if you book in advance. Airlines often offer some amazing early bird deals.
The 'Whole month' tool shows you the cheapest flights from Almaty Airport to Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport across every month. It's a good way to find a bargain if your travel plans are flexible.
You won't have to check back in every day to find out if fares have gone down when you set up a Price Alert. We'll update you the moment there's a new deal on cheap flights from ALA to MAD.
Secure the ideal flight for you by using the filters. To see the 'Best,' 'Cheapest' or 'Fastest' flights from Almaty Airport to Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport, use the 'Sort by' tool. You can also filter by arrival and departure times, airline, and number of stops.
Handy information about Almaty Airport (ALA)
61.23% of flights that leave from Almaty Airport reach their destination on time.
To get to Almaty Airport from central Almaty, it'll take around 35 minutes if you're travelling by car. This depends on traffic though. It's approximately 24 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
Need a convenient hotel near ALA? If you're boarding an early flight from Almaty Airport to Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport, these stays will have you sleeping moments from check-in:
Arriving at Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport (MAD)
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Getting from Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport (MAD) to central Madrid
Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport to the centre of Madrid has a drive time of around 25 minutes. It's approximately 18 kilometres away.
If you're travelling by public transport, expect a journey time of around 35 minutes.
When to fly to Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport (MAD)
It's time to pick your travel dates for your flight from Almaty Airport to Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport. July is the most popular month to head to Madrid. If you want a more laid-back vibe, go in April.
The warmest month in Madrid is July, with temperatures ranging between 17ºC (63ºF) and 36ºC (97ºF). Lock in your flights from Almaty Airport to Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport in this month if you enjoy this type of weather.
January sees average temperatures of between 0ºC (32ºF) and 11ºC (52ºF). Search for cheap tickets from ALA to MAD around that time if you like travelling in cooler conditions.
Explore more of Spain
You've seen Madrid, now it's time to explore more of Spain. Journey around 274 kilometres north-east to Zaragoza to tick off its top sights. From Puente de Piedra to Museo Pablo Gargallo and El Tubo, you've got a jam-packed schedule ahead.
If you're interested in discovering another major stop in Spain, consider Salamanca, roughly 177 kilometres west of Madrid. Plaza Mayor, S.O.U. Servicio de Orientación al Universitario. Universidad de Salamanca and Pontifical University of Salamanca are among the biggest draws.