Travelling from Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport (MAD) to Brussels: what you need to know
Around 2 hours 28 minutes is how long you'll be travelling on a direct flight from Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport to Brussels.
Brussels and Madrid (where Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport is located) share the UTC+1 timezone. That means you won't need to change your watch when you arrive.
The busiest route is from Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport (MAD) to Brussels Airport (BRU). You can select from 81 services every week between these two airports. If you'd like to get on your way as soon as possible, the earliest flight from MAD to BRU is the 06:05 Ryanair service. If you prefer to leave later in the day, the last departure is at 21:15 with Brussels Airlines.
To ensure you get on your flight from MAD to Brussels, leave enough time to check in and find your gate. Turning up two hours ahead of international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the standard rule.
During popular months such as July, you'll want to get to the airport earlier than normal. Arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead of an international flight whenever you're flying during high season in general.
You can catch a nonstop flight from Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport to Brussels that touches down at Brussels Airport (BRU).
You'll find a good selection of airlines operating direct flights from Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport to Brussels, including:
Think about adding a stopover to potentially find a cheaper flight from MAD to Brussels. Just uncheck 'Direct flights only' when searching for the departures. Break up your trip (and maybe save some cash) by stopping at one of these popular options:
Ibiza Airport (IBZ)
Marseille Provence Airport (MRS)
Bordeaux Airport (BOD)
If you hold a passport from Spain and are travelling to Belgium for tourism purposes, you won't need a visa. However, entry and visa requirements may vary based on your length of stay and are subject to change. For the latest rules, check with your destination's nearest embassy or consulate before booking a cheap ticket from Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport to Brussels.
MAD is about 18 kilometres from central Madrid. If you're catching a cab, driving or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take 26 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic. If you're taking public transport, expect the trip time to be approximately 37 minutes.
Have an early flight from Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport to Brussels? Avoid the last-minute rush to the terminal (and sneak in some extra snooze time) by choosing one of these hotels close to MAD:
How to find the cheapest flights from Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport (MAD) to Brussels
The lowest price we've seen for a one-way ticket from Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport to Brussels is R 485. The cheapest price for a return flight is R 951. Remember fares may change due to demand at the time of booking.
Book 10 months before you want to travel. After looking at the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you'll want to book ahead to secure cheap tickets from MAD to Brussels.
Schedule your trip for June. That's the cheapest month for tickets from Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport to Brussels. If you're flexible with your dates, use the 'Whole month' tool to see the cheapest price across each month.
Create a Price Alert for cheap tickets from MAD to Brussels. You don't need to search every day to find out if prices have dropped. We'll update you when the price changes.
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Airports in Brussels
Brussels Airport (BRU)
Brussels Airport (BRU) to central Brussels is around 21 minutes by car. It's approximately 14 kilometres away.
Getting to the centre by public transport will take you roughly 39 minutes.
The last thing you need is a long journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late flight from Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport to Brussels. Stay at one of these accommodation options near BRU instead:
Brussels S. Charleroi Airport (CRL)
Brussels S. Charleroi Airport (CRL) is about 56 kilometres from central Brussels. Following your flight from Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport to Brussels, it'll take you around 56 minutes to get to the heart of the city in a cab or ride-share.
You can also travel by public transport, which will take approximately 1 hour and 37 minutes.
Hang the 'Do not disturb' sign on your door and relax at a hotel near CRL. Here are a few options where you can tuck yourself in after your flight from MAD to Brussels:
Best time to go to Brussels
July is the most popular month for flights from Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport to Brussels. To avoid the crowds, travel to Brussels in February when things are quieter.
The warmest month in Brussels is August, with the temperature ranging between 12ºC and 27ºC. Lock in your flights from Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport to Brussels in this month if this is the type of weather you enjoy.
Search for cheap flights from MAD to Brussels in January if you like cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between -2ºC and 8ºC on average.
More about Brussels
When it comes to searching for somewhere to rest your head, you'll find the best places to stay in Brussels right here. Check out these hotels as soon as you've locked in your flight from Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport to Brussels:
Every great journey has to include some sightseeing. Grand Place, Atomium and Manneken Pis are attractions you won't want to skip in Brussels.
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