Flying from Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport (MAD) to Salt Lake City International Airport (SLC): what you need to know
Salt Lake City is seven hours behind Madrid and follows the UTC-6 timezone.
To ensure you get on your MAD to SLC flight, allow plenty of time to navigate the airport and find your gate. Arriving two hours ahead of international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the general rule.
Flying during a peak time such as July? Public holidays and other high seasons can result in longer queues and delays at check-in and security. Play things extra safe and arrive up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
We make it a piece of cake to book a flight with a stopover. To see all your options for tickets from Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport to Salt Lake City International Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, pick a flight that has a stop long enough to explore the city of your choice. Worthwhile stopovers between MAD and SLC include:
Amsterdam Airport Schiphol
London Heathrow Airport
Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport (MAD) to Salt Lake City International Airport (SLC)
The lowest price we've seen for a one-way Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport to Salt Lake City International Airport flight is $861. A return ticket is currently $1,102. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares could change.
It's usually smart to book early if you want to find cheap tickets from MAD to SLC. That's because flight prices are based on demand, which tends to increase closer to the date of departure.
Finding cheap flights from Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport to Salt Lake City International Airport is more likely if you can be flexible with your travel plans. Use the 'Whole month' function to see the best prices across the month and score a great deal.
Cut down on the time spent looking for cheap flights from MAD to SLC by setting up a Price Alert. You'll get an email or notification through the app when a lower fare becomes available.
Tailor your flights using filters. Select your departure and arrival times, airlines and total journey duration. You can also sort your results by 'Best,' 'Fastest' or 'Cheapest' flights from Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport to Salt Lake City International Airport.
Handy information about Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport (MAD)
Of the flights that depart from Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport, 78.23% arrive on time at their destination.
To reach Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport from central Madrid, it'll take around 25 minutes by car. Of course, this depends on traffic conditions. It's approximately 18 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
Taking public transport? Expect a journey time of around 35 minutes.
Need a convenient hotel near MAD? If you're boarding an early flight from Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport to Salt Lake City International Airport, these accommodation options will put you moments from your check-in counter:
Arriving at Salt Lake City International Airport (SLC)
The last thing you need is a long journey to your hotel if you're landing late on an Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport to Salt Lake City International Airport flight. Book one of these accommodation options near SLC instead:
Explore without limits with a Salt Lake City International Airport rental car. Pick up a set of wheels from Easirent, Fox - Rent A Car or Sixt and see more of Salt Lake City and beyond.
Get the best deal by booking your ride from Salt Lake City International Airport about four weeks before your departure date.
Getting from Salt Lake City International Airport (SLC) to central Salt Lake City
The address for SLC is 776 North Terminal Drive.
From Salt Lake City International Airport, Salt Lake City is approximately 13 kilometres away. It takes around 15 minutes to reach the centre driving.
Getting to the centre on public transport takes around 2 hours 55 minutes.
When to fly to Salt Lake City International Airport (SLC)
July is the most popular month for flights from Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport to Salt Lake City International Airport. For smaller crowds, visit Salt Lake City in April.
Book your flight from Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport to Salt Lake City International Airport for July if you want to explore Salt Lake City during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 15ºC (59ºF) and 36ºC (97ºF).
If you like cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from MAD to SLC in January. Temperatures average between -11ºC (12ºF) and 5ºC (41ºF) then.
Explore more of United States
You've seen Salt Lake City, now it's time to explore other corners of United States. Travel about 483 kilometres north-west to Boise to tick off its leading sights. From Idaho State Capitol Building to Old Idaho Penitentiary and Zoo Boise, you'll have a full itinerary ahead.
If you're interested in discovering another major destination in United States, consider Provo, about 64 kilometres south of Salt Lake City. Museum of Art at Brigham Young University, BYU Museum of Palaeontology and Utah Lake State Park are key reasons to visit.