Travelling from Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport (MAD) to Philadelphia International Airport (PHL): what you need to know
Around 8 hours 15 minutes is how long you can expect to be travelling on a direct flight from Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport to Philadelphia International Airport.
The timezone in Philadelphia is UTC-4, which is five hours behind Madrid.
Every week, there are ten Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport to Philadelphia International Airport flights. If you'd like to take off as soon as possible, select the 11:05 American Airlines flight. If you'd rather make the most of your day before you fly, the latest flight is at 12:00 with American Airlines.
To ensure you get on your MAD to PHL flight, allow plenty of time for things like check-in and baggage drop. Turning up two hours ahead of international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the standard rule.
Travelling during a peak time such as July? Major public holidays and other high seasons can mean longer lines at airport checkpoints. Play things extra safe and get there up to four hours before an international flight and two hours before domestic departures.
American Airlines is your ticket to exploring Philadelphia (and maybe even some other exciting parts of United States!). Check out the direct flights from Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport to Philadelphia International Airport offered by this popular carrier.
The airline most travellers fly with on this route is American Airlines.
American Airlines leads the way as the most punctual carrier for MAD to PHL flights, with 91.8% of services arriving as scheduled.
We make it easy to book a flight with a stopover. To see your options for tickets from Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport to Philadelphia International Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, choose a flight that has a stop long enough to visit your chosen city. Stopovers between MAD and PHL include:
Lisbon Portela Airport
Logan International Airport
Barcelona-El Prat Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport (MAD) to Philadelphia International Airport (PHL)
Currently, $695 is the cheapest price we've found for a one-way Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport to Philadelphia International Airport flight. The best price for a return plane ticket is $801. Keep in mind that fares may change due to availability at the time of booking.
Book seven months before flying. After crunching the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you'll want to book ahead to secure cheap tickets from MAD to PHL.
Organise your trip for June. That's the cheapest month for flights from Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport to Philadelphia International Airport. If you have flexibility with your dates, try out the 'Whole month' tool to find the lowest price across every month.
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Tailor your flights using filters. Select your ideal arrival and departure times, total journey duration and airlines. You can also sort your results by 'Fastest,' 'Best' or 'Cheapest' flights from Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport to Philadelphia International Airport.
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.
Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport is about 18 kilometres from central Madrid. If you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab from the centre, it'll take you 25 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic.
You can expect a journey time of around 35 minutes on public transport.
Booked an early flight from Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport to Philadelphia International Airport? Avoid rushing to the airport (and get some extra shut-eye) by picking one of these stays near MAD:
Arriving at Philadelphia International Airport (PHL)
Consider staying in a hotel close to PHL if you have a late Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport to Philadelphia International Airport flight. Pick one of these accommodation options and avoid the hassle of a long transfer:
Pick up a Philadelphia International Airport rental car and discover Philadelphia and beyond with your own wheels. Dollar, Thrifty and Budget are popular outlets you can book with here.
Reserving your ride from Philadelphia International Airport about three weeks ahead increases your chances of getting a good deal.
Getting from Philadelphia International Airport (PHL) to central Philadelphia
PHL is located at Industrial Highway and Island Road.
From Philadelphia International Airport, Philadelphia is approximately 19 kilometres away. It takes around 15 minutes to drive to the centre.
It takes around 45 minutes if you're using public transport.
When to fly to Philadelphia International Airport (PHL)
August is the most popular month for flights from Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport to Philadelphia International Airport. For a quieter experience, head to Philadelphia in February.
When booking your flight from Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport to Philadelphia International Airport, consider the kind of weather you like. July is the warmest month in Philadelphia, with temperatures ranging from 18ºC (64ºF) to 32ºC (90ºF).
January sees average temperatures of between -7ºC (19ºF) and 9ºC (48ºF). Search for cheap tickets from MAD to PHL around that time if you like travelling in cooler conditions.
Explore more of United States
You've visited Philadelphia, now it's time to explore other parts of United States. Travel about 129 kilometres north-east to New York to tick off its leading sights. From Statue of Liberty to Central Park and Empire State Building, you'll have a packed itinerary ahead.
Around 434 kilometres north-east of Philadelphia, Boston is another favourite stop in United States. No visit is complete without checking out Freedom Trail, Museum of Fine Arts Boston and Boston Tea Party Ships & Museum.