Travelling from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL) to Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport (MAD): what you need to know
Madrid's timezone is UTC+1, making Madrid ten hours behind Melbourne.
Get to the airport on time so you don't miss your MEL to MAD flight. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid sprinting to your gate.
Flying during a peak time like January? Public holidays and other high seasons can lead to longer lines at security. Be extra cautious and get there up to four hours before international flights and two hours before a domestic departure.
Think about adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport. Simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' to break up your journey, or enjoy a detour to a new and interesting place. Here's where you can stop between MEL and MAD:
Dubai Airport
Hamad International Airport
Abu Dhabi International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL) to Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport (MAD)
At the moment, $619 is the lowest price we've found for a one-way Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport flight. The best price for a return ticket is $1,025. Remember that fares could change due to demand at the time of booking.
To get your hands on cheap tickets from MEL to MAD, book early. Airlines usually offer their best fares when flights are first released.
The 'Whole month' tool shows you the cheapest flights from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport throughout the entire month. It's a good way to snap up a bargain if your travel dates aren't set in stone.
There's no need to check every day to find out if fares have dropped when you create a Price Alert. We'll update you as soon as a special offer becomes available on cheap flights from MEL to MAD.
Tailor your flights using filters. Select your arrival and departure times, total journey duration and airlines. You can also sort your results by 'Fastest,' 'Cheapest' or 'Best' flights from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport.
Handy information about Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL)
67.71% of flights that depart Melbourne Tullamarine Airport arrive at their destination on time.
Melbourne Tullamarine Airport is about 24 kilometres from central Melbourne. If you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab from the centre, it'll take 30 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.
Planning to catch public transport? Expect a journey time of around 40 minutes.
Taking an early flight from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport? Avoid rushing to the terminal (and sneak in some extra precious sleep) by picking one of these hotels near MEL:
Arriving at Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport (MAD)
Book a hotel near MAD if you have a late Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport flight. Check in to one of these accommodation options and skip the long transfer:
Get on the fast track to adventure by picking up an Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Record Go, Goldcar or Click and Rent to explore Madrid and beyond.
Booking your ride from Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport around one week ahead can help you get the best possible rate.
Getting from Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport (MAD) to central Madrid
From Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport, Madrid is approximately 18 kilometres away. It takes around 25 minutes to reach the centre by car.
When travelling by public transport, expect a journey of roughly 35 minutes.
When to fly to Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport (MAD)
The quietest month for a flight from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport is April, while July is the most popular. Choose the best time to go to Madrid based on whether you prefer a faster pace or a more relaxed vibe.
The warmest month in Madrid is July, with temperatures ranging between 17ºC (63ºF) and 36ºC (97ºF). Lock in your flights from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport in this month if this is the type of weather you like.
If you like cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from MEL to MAD in January. Temperatures average between 0ºC (32ºF) and 11ºC (52ºF) then.
Explore more of Spain
You've visited Madrid, now it's time to explore more of Spain. Travel around 274 kilometres north-east to Zaragoza to check off its must-visit sights. From Puente de Piedra to Museo Pablo Gargallo and El Tubo, you'll have a packed itinerary ahead.
Around 177 kilometres west of Madrid, Salamanca is another essential stop in Spain. Experience this destination's highlights firsthand at Plaza Mayor, S.O.U. Servicio de Orientación al Universitario. Universidad de Salamanca and Pontifical University of Salamanca.