Travelling from Shenzhen Bao'an International Airport (SZX) to Madrid Airport (MAD): what you need to know
Take a direct flight from Shenzhen Bao'an International Airport to Madrid Airport and you'll be in the air for an average of 14 hours 10 minutes.
Madrid is seven hours behind Shenzhen and follows the UTC+1 timezone.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are golden rules for hassle-free flying. Be at the airport on time to catch your SZX to MAD flight.
Be prepared for longer lines during popular months like June. Arriving up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours for a domestic departure is a wise move.
Hainan Airlines is your ticket to exploring Madrid (and maybe even some other great corners of Spain!). Browse the direct flights from Shenzhen Bao'an International Airport to Madrid Airport offered by this carrier.
The airline that passengers book most often on this route is Hainan Airlines.
Hainan Airlines is a leader in on-time performance for SZX to MAD flights, with 85.71% of services landing on schedule.
Handy information about Shenzhen Bao'an International Airport (SZX)
The address for SZX is Airport 9th Rd.
When it comes to the on-time performance of Shenzhen Bao'an International Airport, 75% of flights stick to their scheduled arrival time.
Central Shenzhen to Shenzhen Bao'an International Airport is around 32 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take you about 35 minutes to get there if you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a taxi.
The journey on public transport takes roughly 40 minutes.
Have an early flight from Shenzhen Bao'an International Airport to Madrid Airport? Avoid rushing to the airport (and get some extra shut-eye) by picking one of these hotels close to SZX:
Arriving at Madrid Airport (MAD)
If you're getting in on a late Shenzhen Bao'an International Airport to Madrid Airport flight, few things top the convenience of being close to the terminal. Grab your bags from the carousel and then be resting shortly after at one of these options near MAD:
Begin your adventure by picking up a Madrid Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Record Go, Goldcar or Click and Rent and explore beyond Madrid's main sights.
Reserving your vehicle from Madrid Airport around one week in advance gives you the best chance of locking in a great deal.
When to fly to Madrid Airport (MAD)
July is the most popular month for flights from Shenzhen Bao'an International Airport to Madrid Airport. For a quieter experience, go to Madrid in March.
When booking your flight from Shenzhen Bao'an International Airport to Madrid Airport, think about the type of weather you enjoy. July is the warmest month in Madrid, with the temperature ranging from 18ºC (64ºF) to 37ºC (99ºF).
Search for cheap tickets from SZX to MAD in January if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between 0ºC (32ºF) and 12ºC (54ºF) on average.
Explore more of Spain
Madrid has loads to offer, but there are so many other parts of Spain waiting to be explored. About 274 kilometres north-east of Madrid, a trip to Zaragoza will fill your itinerary to the brim. Check out popular attractions like Plaza del Pilar, La Seo del Salvador and Basílica de Nuestra Senora del Pilar.
Salamanca is another favourite destination in Spain and is around 177 kilometres west of Madrid. No journey is complete without experiencing Catedral de Salamanca, Salamanca, Casco Historico and Plaza Mayor.
