Flying from Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport (MAD) to Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport (FCO): what you need to know
Expect to be in the air for around 2 hours 27 minutes. On average, that's the duration of a direct flight from Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport to Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport. Madrid and Rome have the same timezone (UTC+1).
Each week, there are 331 flights from Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport to Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport. The earliest departure from MAD to FCO is at 05:35 and the latest is at 22:45.
During popular months such as July, it's a good idea to get to the airport well in advance. Arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead for an international flight when you fly during a peak period in general.
A variety of airlines operate direct flights from Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport to Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport, so jetting off to Rome (and then discovering more of Italy!) is easy. Top carriers that travel between MAD and FCO include:
If you'd like a stopover for your flight from Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport to Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport, just deselect 'Direct flights only' and check out your options. Here are the most popular stopovers between MAD and FCO:
Valencia Airport
Barcelona-El Prat Airport
Cote D'Azur Airport
To see whether you need a visa to enter Italy, check with your airline and the local consulate or embassy. They'll provide you with the most up-to-date information, including other travel documents you may need after booking your cheap ticket from MAD to FCO.
How to find the cheapest flights from Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport (MAD) to Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport (FCO)
The lowest price we've seen for a one-way ticket from Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport to Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport is $34. For a return flight on this route, the best price is $78. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares can change.
To secure cheap flight tickets from MAD to FCO, book your journey 9 months ahead of your departure date.
The cheapest month for tickets from Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport to Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport is May. Use the 'Whole month' tool to see the lowest airfares if you have flexible dates.
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Take advantage of filters to find the best journey for you. To see the 'Best,' 'Cheapest' or 'Fastest' flights from Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport to Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport, use the 'Sort by' tool. You can also filter by arrival and departure times, airline, and number of stops.
Handy information about Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport (MAD)
Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport is around 18 kilometres from central Madrid. If you're ride-sharing, driving or catching a cab from the centre, it'll take you 26 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic. If you're using public transport, expect the travel time to be approximately 37 minutes.
Searching for a handy hotel close to MAD? If you're boarding an early flight from Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport to Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport, these stays will have you moments from your departure gate:
Arriving at Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport (FCO)
The last thing you want is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late flight from Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport to Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport. Stay at one of these accommodation options near FCO instead:
Getting from Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport (FCO) to central Rome
From Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport, Rome is approximately 32 kilometres away. It takes around 39 minutes to reach the centre driving.
Travelling on public transport typically takes 51 minutes.
When to fly to Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport (FCO)
August is the busiest month for flights from Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport to Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport. To escape the crowds, go to Rome in February.
The warmest month in Rome is August, with the temperature ranging between 20ºC and 33ºC. Book your flights from Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport to Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport in this month if this is the type of weather you enjoy.
Search for cheap flight tickets from MAD to FCO in January if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 2ºC and 14ºC on average.
More about Rome
If you're looking for somewhere to rest your head, you'll find the best places to stay in Rome right here. Browse these options as soon as you've booked your flight from MAD to FCO:
There are so many things to discover in this city it can be tricky to know where to start. Colosseum, Trevi Fountain and Roman Forum are highlights which should feature on any well-planned Rome itinerary.
Ciampino-G. B. Pastine International Airport (CIA) is an alternative international airport that'll get you to and from Rome. It may even be a cheaper or easier choice depending on your journey, so it's worth giving some thought.
Complete your Rome trip with hotels and a car rental
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