Travelling from Amsterdam Schiphol Airport (AMS) to Madrid Airport (MAD): what you need to know
The average length of a direct flight from Amsterdam Schiphol Airport to Madrid Airport is 2 hours 40 minutes.
Amsterdam and Madrid are in the UTC+1 timezone. That means there's no time difference to adjust for.
Flights from AMS to MAD start at 07:05 — the earliest with KLM. The latest departure is at 20:50 with KLM. Overall, you can choose from 76 weekly Amsterdam Schiphol Airport to Madrid Airport flights.
To ensure you get on your AMS to MAD flight, leave plenty of time to navigate the airport and find your gate. Turning up two hours before international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the general rule.
Flying during a peak time such as September? School holidays and other high seasons can result in longer queues and delays at security. Be extra cautious and get there up to four hours before an international flight and two hours before a domestic departure.
A number of airlines offer direct flights from Amsterdam Schiphol Airport to Madrid Airport, so jetting to Madrid (and then exploring more of Spain!) is easy. The most popular carriers that fly nonstop include:
The airline most travellers prefer to fly with on this route is KLM.
Iberia is the most punctual carrier operating AMS to MAD flights. An impressive 84.3% of its departures on this route arrive as planned.
Consider adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Amsterdam Schiphol Airport to Madrid Airport. Simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' to break up your trip, or perhaps see a new city along the way. Here's where you can stop between AMS and MAD:
Brussels International Airport
Bilbao Airport
Toulouse Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Amsterdam Schiphol Airport (AMS) to Madrid Airport (MAD)
$113 is the lowest price for a one-way Amsterdam Schiphol Airport to Madrid Airport flight. A return flight starts at $209. These fares may change based on demand and availability.
Get cheap tickets from AMS to MAD by booking at least six months ahead. Based on our research, that's the sweet spot for finding the biggest deals.
November is the cheapest month for flights from Amsterdam Schiphol Airport to Madrid Airport. If you prefer to fly at a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will give you the lowest airfares for every month.
Stay on top of deals for cheap flights from AMS to MAD by creating a Price Alert. You'll receive an email or notification on the app when a new discounted fare appears.
Secure the perfect flight for you by using the filters. To see the 'Cheapest,' 'Best' or 'Fastest' flights from Amsterdam Schiphol Airport to Madrid Airport, use the 'Sort by' tool. You can also filter by airline, departure and arrival times, and number of stops.
Handy information about Amsterdam Schiphol Airport (AMS)
Of the flights that depart from Amsterdam Schiphol Airport, 75% arrive as scheduled at their destination.
Amsterdam Schiphol Airport is around 18 kilometres from central Amsterdam. If you're catching a taxi, ride-sharing or driving from the centre, it'll take you 25 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.
Planning to catch public transport? Expect a journey time of around 20 minutes.
Get your journey off to a relaxed start by staying near AMS. Whether you're taking an early flight from Amsterdam Schiphol Airport to Madrid Airport or just don't want to be rushed, these stays are the answer:
Arriving at Madrid Airport (MAD)
If you're coming in on a late Amsterdam Schiphol Airport to Madrid Airport flight, nothing beats the convenience of being near the terminal. Grab your luggage from the carousel and then be showered and snoozing soon after at one of these options near MAD:
Go wherever you want, whenever you want with a Madrid Airport rental car. Pick up a set of wheels from Record Go, Goldcar or Click and Rent and see more of Madrid and beyond.
To lock in the lowest price, reserve your ride from Madrid Airport around one week before you set off.
Getting from Madrid Airport (MAD) to central Madrid
Madrid Airport to central Madrid has a drive time of about 20 minutes. It's approximately 13 kilometres away.
If you're travelling on public transport, expect a journey time of about 30 minutes.
When to fly to Madrid Airport (MAD)
It's time to work out your travel dates for your flight from Amsterdam Schiphol Airport to Madrid Airport. July is the most popular month to head to Madrid. If you want a more laid-back vibe, go in March.
Book your flight from Amsterdam Schiphol Airport to Madrid Airport for July if you'd like to go to Madrid during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures of between 18ºC (64ºF) and 37ºC (99ºF).
January sees average temperatures of between 0ºC (32ºF) and 12ºC (54ºF). Look for cheap tickets from AMS to MAD around that time if you want to travel in cooler conditions.
Explore more of Spain
Madrid has its own special appeal, but there are so many other corners of Spain you'll want to see. Around 274 kilometres north-east of Madrid, a visit to Zaragoza will keep your itinerary busy. Start with popular sights like Plaza del Pilar, La Seo del Salvador and Basílica de Nuestra Senora del Pilar.
Salamanca is another well-known destination in Spain and is around 177 kilometres west of Madrid. No journey is complete without a visit to Catedral de Salamanca, Salamanca, Casco Historico and Plaza Mayor.