Flying from Madrid Airport (MAD) to Bridgetown Airport (BGI): what you need to know
Bridgetown is five hours behind Madrid and observes the UTC-4 timezone.
To ensure you catch your MAD to BGI flight, leave enough time for things like baggage drop and finding your gate. Arriving two hours before international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the general rule.
During popular months such as July, it's a good idea to get to the airport even earlier. Plan to arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead for international flights whenever you're travelling during a peak period in general.
If you want to include a stop along the way, just deselect 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Madrid Airport to Bridgetown Airport. These are the most popular stopovers between MAD and BGI:
London Heathrow Airport
Frankfurt am Main Airport
New York John F. Kennedy Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Madrid Airport (MAD) to Bridgetown Airport (BGI)
Right now, $798 is the cheapest price we've found for a one-way Madrid Airport to Bridgetown Airport flight. The best price for a return plane ticket is $947. Keep in mind that fares could change due to availability at the time of booking.
To score cheap tickets from MAD to BGI, book ahead. Airlines tend to offer their best fares when flights are first made available.
The 'Whole month' tool shows you the cheapest flights from Madrid Airport to Bridgetown Airport throughout the month. It's a great way to find a bargain if your plans aren't set in stone.
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Pick your preferred departure and arrival times, airlines and number of stops with the filters. Alternatively, sort your results by 'Cheapest' to find the best deals on flights from Madrid Airport to Bridgetown Airport.
Handy information about Madrid Airport (MAD)
77% of flights that depart Madrid Airport land at their destination on schedule.
Central Madrid to Madrid Airport is around 13 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take you about 20 minutes to get there if you're ride-sharing, catching a taxi or driving.
The trip when using public transport takes about 30 minutes.
Catching an early flight from Madrid Airport to Bridgetown Airport? Avoid the last-minute rush to the airport (and sneak in some extra precious sleep) by picking one of these stays close to MAD:
Arriving at Bridgetown Airport (BGI)
If you have a late Madrid Airport to Bridgetown Airport flight, nothing tops the convenience of being near the terminal. Grab your bags from the carousel and then be showered and snoozing shortly after at one of these hotels near BGI:
Go where the road takes you with a Bridgetown Airport rental car. Pick up a set of wheels from Drive A Matic, Stoutes or BAJAN CAR RENTALS and experience more of Bridgetown and beyond.
Booking your vehicle from Bridgetown Airport around two weeks in advance can help you secure the lowest rate.
Getting from Bridgetown Airport (BGI) to central Bridgetown
Bridgetown Airport to central Bridgetown has a drive time of about 25 minutes. It's approximately 18 kilometres away.
If you're taking public transport, expect a journey time of around 40 minutes.
When to fly to Bridgetown Airport (BGI)
It's time to choose your trip dates for your flight from Madrid Airport to Bridgetown Airport. January is the most popular month to head to Bridgetown. If you want a quieter vibe, go in March.
The warmest month in Bridgetown is September, with the temperature ranging between 27ºC (81ºF) and 30ºC (86ºF). Lock in your flights from Madrid Airport to Bridgetown Airport in this month if this is the type of weather you enjoy.
February has average temperatures of between 24ºC (75ºF) and 27ºC (81ºF). Look for cheap tickets from MAD to BGI sometime then if you want to travel in cooler conditions.
Explore more of Barbados
You've seen Bridgetown, now it's time to explore more of Barbados. Travel around 18 kilometres north to Speightstown to check off its must-visit sights. From Heywoods Beach to Grenade Hall Forest and Signal Station and Arlington House Museum, there's plenty to keep you busy.
Oistins is another sought-after destination in Barbados and is around 10 kilometres east of Bridgetown. No journey is complete without visiting Silver Rock Beach, Enterprise Beach and Long Bay.