Travelling from Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport (MAD) to Dresden International Airport (DRS): what you need to know
Madrid and Dresden share the same timezone, UTC+1.
Get to the airport on time so you don't miss your MAD to DRS flight. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid a last-minute sprint to the gate.
During popular months such as July, it's a good idea to get to the airport earlier. Arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead for international flights whenever you're flying during a peak period in general.
Think about adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport to Dresden International Airport. Just deselect 'Direct flights only' to break up your journey, or visit a new city along the way. Check out these options between MAD and DRS:
Franz Josef Strauss Airport
Frankfurt Airport
Palma de Mallorca Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport (MAD) to Dresden International Airport (DRS)
$250 is the lowest price for a one-way Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport to Dresden International Airport flight. A return flight starts from $335. These prices can change based on availability and demand.
To find cheap tickets from MAD to DRS, book as early as you can. Airlines usually offer their best fares when flights are first released.
Finding cheap flights from Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport to Dresden International Airport is easier if you can be flexible with your travel dates. Use the 'Whole month' search tool to see the lowest prices across every month and snap up a great deal.
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Handy information about Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport (MAD)
Of all flights leaving Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport, 78.23% land on schedule at their destination.
To reach Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport from central Madrid, it'll take around 25 minutes if you're going by car. This depends on traffic though. It's approximately 18 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
The trip on public transport takes about 35 minutes.
Need a handy hotel close to MAD? If you've booked an early flight from Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport to Dresden International Airport, these stays will put you moments from your check-in counter:
Arriving at Dresden International Airport (DRS)
Consider staying in a hotel near DRS if you're taking a late Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport to Dresden International Airport flight. Check in to one of these options and skip the long transfer:
Fast-track your adventure by picking up a Dresden International Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Alamo, Keddy By Europcar or Sixt and explore beyond Dresden's usual tourist stops.
Reserving your vehicle from Dresden International Airport around three weeks in advance increases your chances of getting a good deal.
Getting from Dresden International Airport (DRS) to central Dresden
Dresden International Airport is approximately 13 kilometres from central Dresden. The drive time takes about 25 minutes.
Travelling by public transport typically takes 1 hour 15 minutes.
When to fly to Dresden International Airport (DRS)
It's time to plan your travel dates for your flight from Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport to Dresden International Airport. April is the busiest month to visit Dresden. If you'd like a more low-key vibe, go in December.
The warmest month in Dresden is August, with temperatures ranging between 11ºC (52ºF) and 26ºC (79ºF). Book your flights from Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport to Dresden International Airport in this month if this is the kind of weather you like.
Search for cheap tickets from MAD to DRS in January if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between -9ºC (16ºF) and 5ºC (41ºF) on average.
Explore more of Germany
You've visited Dresden, now it's time to discover more of Germany. Journey about 161 kilometres north to Berlin to tick off its leading sights. From Brandenburg Gate to Berlin Wall Memorial and East Side Gallery, you'll have a packed itinerary ahead.
If you're ready to explore another great destination in Germany, consider Hamburg, about 370 kilometres north-west of Dresden. Miniatur Wunderland, Elbphilharmonie Hamburg and Port of Hamburg are the start of reasons to visit.