Flying from Strasbourg Airport (SXB) to Madrid Airport (MAD): what you need to know
Hop on a direct flight from Strasbourg Airport to Madrid Airport and you'll be in the air for an average of 2 hours 20 minutes.
Madrid's timezone is UTC+1, which is the same as Strasbourg.
Every week, there are five Strasbourg Airport to Madrid Airport flights. If you want to get going as soon as possible, go for the 11:50 Iberia flight. If you're eager to make the most of your time before you fly, the last departure is at 18:05 with Iberia.
Your SXB to MAD flight won't wait if you're late, so get to the airport on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead when you're travelling internationally.
Flying during a peak month such as December? Public holidays and other popular periods can lead to longer queues and delays at security. Be extra cautious and arrive up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
Iberia has direct flights from Strasbourg Airport to Madrid Airport. Book with this popular carrier, then get ready to tick off the sights in Madrid — and maybe even more of Spain if you have time.
Most travellers choose to travel with Iberia on this route.
The carrier with the most reliable on-time arrival rate for SXB to MAD flights is Iberia.
We make it a cinch to book a flight with a stopover. To see your options for tickets from Strasbourg Airport to Madrid Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, choose a flight offering a stop long enough to visit your chosen city. Top stopovers between SXB and MAD include:
Frankfurt am Main Airport
Palma - Majorca Airport
Nice Airport
Handy information about Strasbourg Airport (SXB)
67% of flights leaving from Strasbourg Airport land at their destination on time.
Strasbourg Airport is about 11 kilometres from central Strasbourg. If you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a taxi from the centre, it'll take you 20 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic.
Expect a trip time of around 35 minutes on public transport.
Get your holiday off to a leisurely start by staying near SXB. Whether you're taking an early flight from Strasbourg Airport to Madrid Airport or just don't want to be rushed, these hotels have you covered:
Arriving at Madrid Airport (MAD)
Consider booking a hotel near MAD if you're on a late Strasbourg Airport to Madrid Airport flight. Choose one of these accommodation options and skip the long transfer after landing:
Pick up a Madrid Airport rental car and discover Madrid and beyond with your own wheels. Record Go, Goldcar and Click and Rent are top outlets to choose from here.
To get the lowest price, reserve your ride from Madrid Airport about one week before you set off.
When to fly to Madrid Airport (MAD)
It's time to work out your trip dates for your flight from Strasbourg Airport to Madrid Airport. July is the busiest month to visit Madrid. If you'd like a more low-key vibe, go in March.
Book your flight from Strasbourg Airport to Madrid Airport for July if you want to go to Madrid during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures of between 18ºC (64ºF) and 37ºC (99ºF).
If you'd rather travel in cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from SXB to MAD in January. Average temperatures are between 0ºC (32ºF) and 12ºC (54ºF) then.
Explore more of Spain
You've seen Madrid, now it's time to explore other parts of Spain. Travel around 274 kilometres north-east to Zaragoza to check off its top attractions. From Plaza del Pilar to La Seo del Salvador and Basílica de Nuestra Senora del Pilar, you'll have a packed itinerary ahead.
Around 177 kilometres west of Madrid, Salamanca is another favourite stop in Spain. Start your sightseeing at Catedral de Salamanca, Salamanca, Casco Historico and Plaza Mayor.