Travelling from Ben Gurion International Airport (TLV) to Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport (MAD): what you need to know
Jump on a direct flight from Ben Gurion International Airport to Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport and you'll be in the air for an average of 5 hours 25 minutes.
Madrid's timezone is UTC+1, which makes Madrid one hour behind Tel Aviv.
Take your pick of 51 weekly Ben Gurion International Airport to Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport flights. The 02:55 departure with El Al is the earliest you can take. Iberia operates the last service of the day at 19:30.
Give yourself enough time to catch your TLV to MAD flight. As a rule of thumb, arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Flying during a peak month like July? Public holidays and other high seasons can mean longer queues at security. Be extra cautious and arrive up to four hours before an international flight and two hours before domestic departures.
A range of airlines offer direct flights from Ben Gurion International Airport to Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport, so jetting to Madrid (and then visiting more of Spain!) is easy. Leading carriers that fly nonstop include:
Iberia Express is the airline with the highest passenger demand for this route.
The most punctual carrier that operates TLV to MAD flights is Iberia. Its services land as planned 75.0% of the time.
How to find the cheapest flights from Ben Gurion International Airport (TLV) to Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport (MAD)
Right now, $169 is the lowest price we've seen for a one-way Ben Gurion International Airport to Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport flight. The best price for a return plane ticket is $298. Bear in mind that fares can change due to demand when booking.
Book two months before your departure date. After crunching the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you'll want to book ahead to secure cheap tickets from TLV to MAD.
January is the cheapest month for flights from Ben Gurion International Airport to Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport. If you're looking to fly at a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will show you the lowest airfares for each month.
Save time looking for cheap flights from TLV to MAD by creating a Price Alert. You'll receive an email or push notification on the app when a special offer becomes available.
Discover the perfect flight for you with the help of the filters. To see the 'Fastest,' 'Cheapest' or 'Best' flights from Ben Gurion International Airport to Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport, use the 'Sort by' tool. You can also filter results by arrival and departure times, airline, and number of stops.
Handy information about Ben Gurion International Airport (TLV)
When it comes to the on-time performance of Ben Gurion International Airport, 72.9% of flights arrive within the scheduled timeframe.
Ben Gurion International Airport is around 21 kilometres from central Tel Aviv. If you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving from the centre, it'll take 25 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.
Planning to catch public transport? Expect a trip time of around 45 minutes.
Get your trip off to a stress-free start by staying near TLV. Whether you're boarding an early flight from Ben Gurion International Airport to Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport or just don't want to be rushed, these hotels are the answer:
Arriving at Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport (MAD)
If you're getting in on a late Ben Gurion International Airport to Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport flight, few things beat the convenience of being near the terminal. Grab your bags from the carousel and then be showered and relaxing shortly after at one of these hotels near MAD:
Grab an Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport rental car and explore Madrid and beyond with your own set of wheels. Record Go, Goldcar and Click and Rent are top providers you can book with here.
To secure the lowest price, book your ride from Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport around one week in advance.
Getting from Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport (MAD) to central Madrid
Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport to the centre of Madrid has a drive time of around 25 minutes. It's approximately 18 kilometres away.
It takes around 35 minutes when travelling by public transport.
When to fly to Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport (MAD)
It's time to work out your travel dates for your flight from Ben Gurion International Airport to Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport. July is the most popular month to head to Madrid. If you'd like a more laid-back vibe, go in April.
Book your flight from Ben Gurion International Airport to Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport for July if you want to go to Madrid during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures of between 17ºC (63ºF) and 36ºC (97ºF).
January sees average temperatures of between 0ºC (32ºF) and 11ºC (52ºF). Search for cheap tickets from TLV to MAD around that time if you want to travel in cooler conditions.
Explore more of Spain
You've visited Madrid, now it's time to explore other parts of Spain. Travel around 274 kilometres north-east to Zaragoza to tick off its popular sights. From Puente de Piedra to Museo Pablo Gargallo and El Tubo, your itinerary will be busy.
Salamanca is another must-experience destination in Spain and is around 177 kilometres west of Madrid. No trip is complete without seeing Plaza Mayor, S.O.U. Servicio de Orientación al Universitario. Universidad de Salamanca and Pontifical University of Salamanca.