Flying from El Paso International Airport (ELP) to Madrid Airport (MAD): what you need to know
The timezone in Madrid is UTC+1, which is eight hours ahead of El Paso.
Give yourself plenty of time to make your ELP to MAD flight. Generally, it's best to arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Flying during a peak time such as October? Public holidays and other high seasons can lead to longer lines at airport checkpoints. Be extra cautious and arrive up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours before domestic departures.
If you want to explore another city along the way, simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from El Paso International Airport to Madrid Airport. These are the top stopovers between ELP and MAD:
Chicago O'Hare International Airport
Dallas Fort Worth International Airport
Los Angeles International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from El Paso International Airport (ELP) to Madrid Airport (MAD)
The lowest price we've seen for a one-way El Paso International Airport to Madrid Airport flight is $489. A return fare right now is $1,029. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares can change.
To get your hands on cheap tickets from ELP to MAD, book early. Airlines tend to offer their most competitively priced fares when flights are first made available.
The 'Whole month' search function shows you the cheapest flights from El Paso International Airport to Madrid Airport across every month. It's an easy way to snap up a bargain if your travel dates aren't set in stone.
You don't need to check back in every day to find out if fares have gone down when you set up a Price Alert. We'll let you know as soon as a special offer becomes available on cheap flights from ELP to MAD.
Pick your ideal departure and arrival times, airlines and number of stops with the filters. Or sort your results by 'Cheapest' to find the best deals on flights from El Paso International Airport to Madrid Airport.
Handy information about El Paso International Airport (ELP)
You'll find ELP at 6701 Convair Dr..
El Paso International Airport maintains a strong on-time record, so you're less likely to experience disruptions. Departures from ELP land on schedule 83% of the time.
Central El Paso to El Paso International Airport is around 13 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take you about 15 minutes to get there if you're driving, catching a taxi or ride-sharing.
Taking public transport? Expect a trip time of around 40 minutes.
Need a handy hotel near ELP? If you're boarding an early flight from El Paso International Airport to Madrid Airport, these stays will have you moments from check-in:
Arriving at Madrid Airport (MAD)
The last thing you want is a lengthy trip to your hotel if you're getting in late on a El Paso International Airport to Madrid Airport flight. Stay at one of these accommodation options near MAD instead:
Get on the fast track to adventure by picking up a Madrid Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Record Go, Goldcar or Click and Rent to explore Madrid and beyond.
Lock in the best possible rate by reserving your vehicle from Madrid Airport around one week before your travel date.
Getting from Madrid Airport (MAD) to central Madrid
From Madrid Airport, Madrid is approximately 13 kilometres away. It takes around 20 minutes to get to the centre driving.
It typically takes 30 minutes to get there using public transport.
When to fly to Madrid Airport (MAD)
It's time to pick your trip dates for your flight from El Paso International Airport to Madrid Airport. July is the most popular month to head to Madrid. If you like a more low-key vibe, go in March.
The warmest month in Madrid is July, with temperatures ranging between 18ºC (64ºF) and 37ºC (99ºF). Lock in your flights from El Paso International Airport to Madrid Airport in this month if this is the type of weather you enjoy.
January sees average temperatures of between 0ºC (32ºF) and 12ºC (54ºF). Look for cheap tickets from ELP to MAD sometime then if you like cooler conditions.
Explore more of Spain
You've seen Madrid, now it's time to discover other corners of Spain. Journey about 274 kilometres north-east to Zaragoza to check off its leading sights. From Plaza del Pilar to La Seo del Salvador and Basílica de Nuestra Senora del Pilar, you'll have a full itinerary ahead.
If you're looking to explore another corner of Spain, consider Salamanca, about 177 kilometres west of Madrid. Catedral de Salamanca, Salamanca, Casco Historico and Plaza Mayor are the start of reasons to visit.