Flying from Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport (MAD) to Seattle: what you need to know
The timezone in Seattle is UTC-7. The city is 8 hours behind Madrid, where Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport is located.
Leave plenty of time to get on your flight from MAD to Seattle. As a general rule, arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Travelling during a popular month such as July? School holidays and other popular periods can mean longer lines at security. Be extra cautious and get there up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours before domestic departures.
A stopover is the ideal opportunity to take a break from travelling — and maybe even explore another city. When searching for flights from MAD to Seattle, deselect the 'Direct flights only' box to see where you can visit along the way. Here are some options to consider:
Franz Josef Strauss Airport (MUC)
Frankfurt Airport (FRA)
London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
You'll need an ETA for United States if you have a passport from Spain and are visiting for tourism purposes. Visa and travel documentation requirements can change. So before you book your cheap ticket from Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport to Seattle, check with your airline as well as the destination country's local consulate or embassy for the latest information.
Located around 18 kilometres from central Madrid, MAD can be reached in approximately 26 minutes by car, depending on traffic. The same journey by public transport is roughly 37 minutes.
Want a leisurely start to your break? Stay near MAD. Whether you have an early flight from Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport to Seattle or want to avoid feeling rushed, these hotels are the answer:
How to find the cheapest flights from Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport (MAD) to Seattle
The lowest price we've seen for a one-way ticket from Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport to Seattle is $798. The cheapest price for a return flight is $842. Keep in mind fares may change due to demand at the time of booking.
It's usually best to book as early as possible if you want to find cheap tickets from MAD to Seattle. That's because airlines change prices based on demand, which tends to rise closer to the date of departure.
Finding cheap tickets from Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport to Seattle is more likely if you can be flexible with your travel dates. Check out the 'Whole month' function to see the lowest fares across every month and score a great deal.
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Airports in Seattle
Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA)
Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA) to central Seattle is roughly 23 kilometres. It takes about 18 minutes to get to the centre driving.
If you're travelling on public transport, expect a journey time of around 54 minutes.
If you have a late flight from Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport to Seattle, few things beat the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Grab your luggage from the carousel and then be showered and relaxing not long after at one of these accommodation options near SEA:
Lake Union Sea Plane Base Airport (LKE)
Central Seattle is about 3 kilometres from Lake Union Sea Plane Base Airport (LKE). After your flight from Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport to Seattle has touched down and you've navigated your way to arrivals, expect a drive of about 11 minutes.
If you're catching public transport, it'll take about 23 minutes.
After your flight from MAD to Seattle, tuck yourself in at a hotel close to LKE. These are some great options that'll help you get into relaxation mode:
Best time to go to Seattle
July is the busiest month for flights from Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport to Seattle. To steer clear of the crowds, head for Seattle in May when it's quieter.
Lock in your flight from Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport to Seattle for August to visit the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures to range from 12ºC to 28ºC.
If you want to travel in cooler conditions, lock in a cheap flight from MAD to Seattle in February when temperatures average between -1ºC and 11ºC.
More about Seattle
After locking in your flight from Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport to Seattle, think about where you want to stay in this city. Make one of these options your base for exploring Seattle:
Gas Works - Lake View Point and Queen Anne Bowl Playfield are a couple of major attractions to add to your Seattle travel itinerary. Keep the momentum going by heading to LMN Architects.
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