Flying from Madrid Airport (MAD) to Ivalo Airport (IVL): what you need to know
Ivalo is one hour ahead of Madrid and observes the UTC+2 timezone.
For a smooth journey, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This way, you can comfortably board your MAD to IVL flight.
Flying during a peak time like July? School holidays and other popular periods can result in longer queues and delays at airport checkpoints. Play things extra safe and arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours before a domestic departure.
Think about adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Madrid Airport to Ivalo Airport. Just uncheck 'Direct flights only' to break up your trip, or perhaps explore a new destination along the way. Here are some options between MAD and IVL:
Frankfurt am Main Airport
Helsinki Vantaa Airport
Dusseldorf International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Madrid Airport (MAD) to Ivalo Airport (IVL)
The cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Madrid Airport to Ivalo Airport flight is $269. A return fare is currently $488. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares could change.
To score cheap tickets from MAD to IVL, book as early as you can. Airlines tend to offer the most competitive fares when flights are first released.
The 'Whole month' search tool shows you the cheapest flights from Madrid Airport to Ivalo Airport across the month. It's a great way to find a bargain if your travel dates aren't set in stone.
You won't have to check every day to find out if fares have gone down when you create a Price Alert. We'll let you know the moment the price changes on cheap flights from MAD to IVL.
Secure the ideal flight for you with the help of the filters. To see the 'Cheapest,' 'Fastest' or 'Best' flights from Madrid Airport to Ivalo Airport, use the 'Sort by' function. You can also filter by airline, arrival and departure times, and journey duration.
Handy information about Madrid Airport (MAD)
77% of flights that take off from Madrid Airport make it to their destination on time.
To reach Madrid Airport from central Madrid, it'll take around 20 minutes if you're planning to drive. This depends on traffic, however. It's approximately 13 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
The trip when using public transport usually takes 30 minutes.
Taking an early flight from Madrid Airport to Ivalo Airport? Avoid the last-minute rush to the terminal (and get some extra shut-eye) by picking one of these hotels close to MAD:
Arriving at Ivalo Airport (IVL)
The last thing you need is a long journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on a Madrid Airport to Ivalo Airport flight. Check in to one of these accommodation options near IVL instead:
Pick up a Ivalo Airport rental car and discover Ivalo and beyond with your own wheels. Green Motion, Keddy By Europcar and Europcar are well-known companies to choose from here.
Lock in the best deal by booking your ride from Ivalo Airport about three weeks ahead of your departure.
Getting from Ivalo Airport (IVL) to central Ivalo
Ivalo Airport is approximately 11 kilometres from the centre of Ivalo. The drive time takes around 10 minutes.
When travelling on public transport, expect a journey time of roughly 25 minutes.
When to fly to Ivalo Airport (IVL)
Before locking in your flights from Madrid Airport to Ivalo Airport, think about which time of year is best for you. High season in Ivalo offers a bustling atmosphere and lots to do, while the low season means you'll get cheaper hotel rates and fewer crowds.
The warmest month in Ivalo is July, with the temperature ranging between 7ºC (45ºF) and 22ºC (72ºF). Lock in your flights from Madrid Airport to Ivalo Airport in this month if this is the type of weather you enjoy.
Search for cheap tickets from MAD to IVL in January if you like cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between -19ºC (-2ºF) and -5ºC (23ºF) on average.
Explore more of Finland
Oulu is just one of the many cities in Finland waiting to be explored after you've seen Ivalo. Around 418 kilometres away to the south, its best attractions include Oulu Cathedral, Nallikari Beach and Oulujoki.
Kajaani is another favourite destination in Finland and is around 499 kilometres south of Ivalo. No trip is complete without experiencing Huuhkajanvaara Hiking Trails, Kainuu Museum and Linnanpolunranta.