Travelling from Salt Lake City International Airport (SLC) to Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport (MAD): what you need to know
Madrid is seven hours ahead of Salt Lake City and is in the UTC+1 timezone.
For a smooth journey, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This will give you enough time to board your SLC to MAD flight.
Travelling during a peak time such as July? Public holidays and other popular periods can result in longer queues and delays at check-in and security. Play it safe and get there up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours before a domestic departure.
Consider adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Salt Lake City International Airport to Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport. Just deselect 'Direct flights only' to break up your journey, or enjoy a detour to a new and interesting place. Here's where you can stop between SLC and MAD:
Philadelphia International Airport
Amsterdam Airport Schiphol
Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Salt Lake City International Airport (SLC) to Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport (MAD)
The cheapest price we've found for a one-way Salt Lake City International Airport to Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport flight is $649. A round-trip ticket right now is $831. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares could change.
Don't leave everything to the last minute. You're more likely to find cheap tickets from SLC to MAD if you book in advance. Airlines often have some fantastic early bird rates.
The 'Whole month' search tool shows you the cheapest flights from Salt Lake City International Airport to Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport throughout the entire month. It's an easy way to snap up a bargain if your plans are flexible.
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Pick your preferred arrival and departure times, airlines and number of stops with the filters. Alternatively, sort your results by 'Cheapest' to see the best deals on flights from Salt Lake City International Airport to Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport.
Handy information about Salt Lake City International Airport (SLC)
The address for SLC is 776 North Terminal Drive.
Salt Lake City International Airport has a strong on-time performance, reducing your chances of a delayed flight. Departures from SLC touch down on schedule 82.4% of the time.
Salt Lake City International Airport is about 13 kilometres from central Salt Lake City. If you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving from the centre, it'll take 15 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.
Expect a trip time of about 2 hours 55 minutes on public transport.
Taking an early flight from Salt Lake City International Airport to Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport? Avoid the last-minute rush to the terminal (and get some extra shut-eye) by choosing one of these hotels near SLC:
Arriving at Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport (MAD)
The last thing you want is a long journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late Salt Lake City International Airport to Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport flight. Stay at one of these accommodation options near MAD instead:
Get on the fast track to adventure by picking up an Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Record Go, Goldcar or Click and Rent and experience the lesser-explored corners of Madrid and beyond.
Get the best deal by reserving your ride from Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport about one week ahead of your departure.
Getting from Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport (MAD) to central Madrid
Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport is approximately 18 kilometres from the centre of Madrid. The drive time takes about 25 minutes.
Getting there on public transport will take you around 35 minutes.
When to fly to Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport (MAD)
July is the most popular month for flights from Salt Lake City International Airport to Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport. To avoid the crowds, visit Madrid in April.
The warmest month in Madrid is July, with the temperature ranging between 17ºC (63ºF) and 36ºC (97ºF). Book your flights from Salt Lake City International Airport to Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport in this month if this is the type of weather you like.
January has average temperatures of between 0ºC (32ºF) and 11ºC (52ºF). Search for cheap tickets from SLC to MAD around that time if you like travelling in cooler conditions.
Explore more of Spain
Zaragoza is just one of the many cities in Spain waiting to be discovered once you've seen the sights of Madrid. Around 274 kilometres away to the north-east, check out popular attractions including Puente de Piedra, Museo Pablo Gargallo and El Tubo.
Salamanca is another must-experience destination in Spain and is around 177 kilometres west of Madrid. No trip is complete without experiencing Plaza Mayor, S.O.U. Servicio de Orientación al Universitario. Universidad de Salamanca and Pontifical University of Salamanca.