Travelling from Vancouver International Airport (YVR) to Madrid Airport (MAD): what you need to know
Madrid is nine hours ahead of Vancouver and is in the UTC+1 timezone.
Your YVR to MAD flight won't wait if you're running late, so get to the airport with time to spare. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead when you're flying internationally.
Flying during a peak time like August? School holidays and other high seasons can result in longer queues at check-in and security. Play things extra safe and arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours before a domestic departure.
How to find the cheapest flights from Vancouver International Airport (YVR) to Madrid Airport (MAD)
Currently, $439 is the lowest price we've seen for a one-way Vancouver International Airport to Madrid Airport flight. The best price for a return ticket is $880. Bear in mind that fares can change due to availability when booking.
To score cheap tickets from YVR to MAD, book as early as you can. Airlines generally offer lower prices when flights are first released.
The 'Whole month' tool shows you the cheapest flights from Vancouver International Airport to Madrid Airport across every month. It's a good way to find a bargain if your plans are flexible.
Snapping up cheap flights from YVR to MAD is a breeze with Price Alerts. All you need to do is set up one of these automatic alerts and we'll let you know as soon as a new discounted fare appears.
Choose your ideal arrival and departure times, airlines and number of stops with the filters. Alternatively, sort your results by 'Cheapest' to get the best deals on flights from Vancouver International Airport to Madrid Airport.
Handy information about Vancouver International Airport (YVR)
Of the flights that depart from Vancouver International Airport, 77% land on schedule at their destination.
Vancouver International Airport is around 13 kilometres from central Vancouver. If you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a taxi from the centre, it'll take 25 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic.
The journey when using public transport typically takes 25 minutes.
Looking for a handy hotel near YVR? If you're catching an early flight from Vancouver International Airport to Madrid Airport, these stays will have you moments from your check-in counter:
Arriving at Madrid Airport (MAD)
The last thing you want is a long trip to your hotel if you're landing late on a Vancouver International Airport to Madrid Airport flight. Stay at one of these accommodation options near MAD instead:
Travel at your own pace with a Madrid Airport rental car. Pick up a set of wheels from Record Go, Goldcar or Click and Rent and find adventure across Madrid and beyond.
Lock in the best possible rate by reserving your ride from Madrid Airport about one week before your departure date.
Getting from Madrid Airport (MAD) to central Madrid
Madrid Airport is approximately 13 kilometres from central Madrid. The drive time takes around 20 minutes.
It'll take around 30 minutes to get there by public transport.
When to fly to Madrid Airport (MAD)
It's time to choose your travel dates for your flight from Vancouver International Airport to Madrid Airport. July is the most popular month to visit Madrid. If you want a quieter vibe, go in March.
When reserving your flight from Vancouver International Airport to Madrid Airport, think about the kind of weather you like. July is the warmest month in Madrid, with temperatures ranging from 18ºC (64ºF) to 37ºC (99ºF).
January has average temperatures of between 0ºC (32ºF) and 12ºC (54ºF). Look for cheap tickets from YVR to MAD sometime then if you want to travel when it's cooler.
Explore more of Spain
Madrid has its own special appeal, but there are so many other parts of Spain you should also see. Around 274 kilometres north-east of Madrid, a visit to Zaragoza will keep your itinerary packed. Start with leading attractions like Plaza del Pilar, La Seo del Salvador and Basílica de Nuestra Senora del Pilar.
Salamanca is another essential stop in Spain and is around 177 kilometres west of Madrid. No journey is complete without a visit to Catedral de Salamanca, Salamanca, Casco Historico and Plaza Mayor.