Travelling from Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport (MAD) to Buenos Aires: what you need to know
Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport is located in Madrid. Based in the UTC-3 timezone, Buenos Aires is four hours behind Madrid.
Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport (MAD) to Ministro Pistarini Airport (EZE) is the most popular route, with 39 weekly flights to choose from. If you prefer a later start to the day, the last flight from MAD to EZE is with Iberia at 23:59. Opt for the first departure with Aerolineas Argentinas at 08:25 if you want to fly out earlier.
To avoid rushing for your MAD to Buenos Aires flight, leave plenty of time for things like baggage drop and finding your gate. Arriving two hours before international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the standard rule.
If you're travelling during a bank holiday or another peak period, allow extra time. A good general rule is two hours ahead of domestic flights and up to four hours before international departures. Lines at security and check-in will be longer.
You can book a direct Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport to Buenos Aires ticket. Begin your trip at MAD and touch down at Ministro Pistarini Airport (EZE).
You'll have your pick of carriers that offer direct flights from Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport to Buenos Aires. Reserve your trip with one of these:
A stopover is the ideal opportunity to take a break from travelling and maybe even tick off a new city. When searching for flight tickets from MAD to Buenos Aires, deselect the 'Direct flights only' box to see where you can visit along the way. Here are some popular options to consider:
Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG)
Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport (GRU)
Arturo Merino Benitez Airport (SCL)
Located around 13 kilometres from the centre of Madrid, MAD can be reached in about 25 minutes by car, depending on traffic. Travelling on public transport takes roughly 35 minutes.
Have an early flight from Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport to Buenos Aires? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the terminal (and enjoy a little extra shut-eye) by choosing one of these hotels close to MAD:
When it comes to Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport's on-time performance, data shows 78.23% of flights arrive within the scheduled time frame.
How to find the cheapest flights from Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport (MAD) to Buenos Aires
$604 is the cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport to Buenos Aires flight. A return ticket right now is $1,279. Depending on when and how early you book, these fares could change.
To pick up cheap flights from MAD to Buenos Aires, book in advance. Airlines generally offer lower fares when flights are first released.
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Airports in Buenos Aires
Jorge Newbery Airport (AEP)
The distance from Jorge Newbery Airport (AEP) to central Buenos Aires is roughly 14 kilometres. It'll take you around 20 minutes to reach the centre driving.
Travelling to the centre by public transport typically takes 40 minutes.
If you have a late flight from Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport to Buenos Aires, nothing beats the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Grab your bags from the carousel and then be showered and relaxing not long after at one of these hotels near AEP:
Grab a Jorge Newbery Airport rental car and discover Buenos Aires and beyond with your own set of wheels. Hertz, Localiza and rentar low cost are top outlets to choose from here.
Reserving your ride from Jorge Newbery Airport around one week ahead of your flight from MAD to Buenos Aires can help you get the lowest rate.
Ministro Pistarini Airport (EZE)
Central Buenos Aires is around 32 kilometres from Ministro Pistarini Airport (EZE). Once your flight from Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport to Buenos Aires has landed and you've navigated your way to arrivals, expect a drive of around 35 minutes.
If you're catching public transport, it'll take around 2 hours 10 minutes.
Place the 'Do not disturb' sign on your door and rest at a hotel close to EZE. Here are a few options where you can put your feet up after your MAD to Buenos Aires flight:
Forget about inconvenient public transport timetables or long cab queues. Grab a Ministro Pistarini Airport rental car and blaze your own trail. Check out the rates and availability from Hertz, Cactus and Localiza.
Lock in the lowest price by booking your ride from EZE one week ahead of time. You can also expect to have a greater selection of vehicles.
Best time to go to Buenos Aires
Plan your trip to Buenos Aires during the high season if you prefer a lively atmosphere, but remember that hotel prices tend to be higher. Alternatively, book flights from Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport to Buenos Aires in the off-season when prices are cheaper and crowds are smaller.
The warmest month in Buenos Aires is January, with temperatures ranging between 19ºC (66ºF) and 31ºC (88ºF). Book your Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport to Buenos Aires flight ticket then if you enjoy this type of weather.
If you like travelling in cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from MAD to Buenos Aires in July when temperatures average between 5ºC (41ºF) and 15ºC (59ºF).
More about Buenos Aires
After booking your flight from Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport to Buenos Aires, find a hotel that keeps you close to what you want to see. Make one of these options your base for exploring Buenos Aires:
Recoleta Cemetery and Obelisco de Buenos Aires are just a couple of the top-rated attractions to put on your Buenos Aires to-do list. Keep the adventure rolling by checking out Casa Rosada.
Explore more of Argentina
Buenos Aires has plenty to offer, but there are so many other corners of Argentina waiting to be discovered. About 274 kilometres north-west of Buenos Aires, a visit to Rosario will keep your itinerary busy. Start with leading sights like Monumento a la Bandera (Flag Monument), Predio Ferial Parque de la Independencia and Parque Nacional a la Bandera.
Mar Del Plata is another sought-after destination in Argentina and is around 386 kilometres south of Buenos Aires. No journey is complete without experiencing Casino Central de Mar del Plata, Centro Cultural Villa Victoria Ocampo and Villa Ortiz Basualdo.Museo Municipal de Arte Juan Carlos Castagnino.