Flying from Incheon International Airport (ICN) to Madrid Airport (MAD): what you need to know
The average length of a direct flight from Incheon International Airport to Madrid Airport is 15 hours 10 minutes.
The timezone in Madrid is UTC+1, which is eight hours behind Seoul.
Flights from ICN to MAD start at 09:55 — the earliest with Korean Air. The last departure is at 12:45 with Korean Air. Overall, there are four weekly Incheon International Airport to Madrid Airport flights.
For a stress-free journey, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This way, you can comfortably board your ICN to MAD flight.
Be prepared for longer lines during popular months like August. Arriving up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours for a domestic departure will give you ample time for security and boarding.
Korean Air offers direct flights from Incheon International Airport to Madrid Airport. Book with this popular airline, then get ready to tick off the sights in Madrid — and maybe even more of Spain if your schedule allows.
Korean Air is the airline most travellers choose to fly with on this route.
The carrier with the most reliable on-time arrival rate for ICN to MAD flights is Korean Air.
If you'd like to explore another city along the way, simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Incheon International Airport to Madrid Airport. These are the most popular stopovers between ICN and MAD:
Beijing Capital Airport
Munich Airport
Zurich Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Incheon International Airport (ICN) to Madrid Airport (MAD)
Right now, $318 is the cheapest price we've found for a one-way Incheon International Airport to Madrid Airport flight. The best price for a return ticket is $601. Keep in mind that fares can change due to availability when booking.
It's a good idea to book ahead of time if you're hoping to get cheap tickets from ICN to MAD. That's because airlines change prices based on demand, which tends to increase closer to the date of departure.
May is the cheapest month for flights from Incheon International Airport to Madrid Airport. If you'd like to fly at a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will give you the lowest prices for every month.
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Lock in the right flight for you with the help of the filters. To see the 'Fastest,' 'Cheapest' or 'Best' flights from Incheon International Airport to Madrid Airport, use the 'Sort by' function. You can also filter results by airline, departure and arrival times, and number of stops.
Handy information about Incheon International Airport (ICN)
Of all flights leaving Incheon International Airport, 74% land on time at their destination.
Central Seoul to Incheon International Airport is approximately 48 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take you about 1 hour 5 minutes to get there if you're ride-sharing, catching a taxi or driving.
Expect a trip time of roughly 50 minutes when using public transport.
Get your travels off to a stress-free start by staying near ICN. Whether you're taking an early flight from Incheon International Airport to Madrid Airport or just don't want to be rushed, these hotels are perfect:
Arriving at Madrid Airport (MAD)
The last thing you want is a long journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on a Incheon International Airport to Madrid Airport flight. Reserve one of these accommodation options near MAD instead:
Travel at your own speed with a Madrid Airport rental car. Pick up your wheels from Record Go, Goldcar or Click and Rent and venture far and wide through Madrid and beyond.
Lock in the best possible rate by reserving your ride from Madrid Airport around one week before your travel date.
When to fly to Madrid Airport (MAD)
July is the busiest month for flights from Incheon International Airport to Madrid Airport. To steer clear of the crowds, travel to Madrid in March.
When reserving your flight from Incheon International Airport to Madrid Airport, consider the kind of weather you like. July is the warmest month in Madrid, with the temperature ranging from 18ºC (64ºF) to 37ºC (99ºF).
Look for cheap tickets from ICN to MAD in January if you like cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 0ºC (32ºF) and 12ºC (54ºF) on average.
Explore more of Spain
You've done Madrid, now it's time to explore more of Spain. Journey around 274 kilometres north-east to Zaragoza to check off its top attractions. From Plaza del Pilar to La Seo del Salvador and Basílica de Nuestra Senora del Pilar, there's plenty to keep you on the go.
Salamanca is another favourite destination in Spain and is around 177 kilometres west of Madrid. No journey is complete without dropping by Catedral de Salamanca, Salamanca, Casco Historico and Plaza Mayor.