Flying from Houston to Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport (MAD): what you need to know
Houston is home to a couple of airports where you can kick off your travels. Check out your options for reserving a flight from Houston to Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport (MAD) departing from George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH) or William P. Hobby Airport (HOU).
Madrid is 6 hours ahead of Houston. Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport is located in Madrid, which operates on the UTC+1 timezone.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are golden rules for stress-free travel. Get to the airport on time to catch your flight from Houston to MAD.
Peak months like July or holiday periods such as Thanksgiving and Christmas/New Year will mean bigger queues at check-in and security. If you're travelling then, play it safe and get to the terminal even earlier. Arriving two hours before domestic flights and up four hours ahead of international flights is a smart move.
Airports in Houston
George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH)
Consider adding a stopover to potentially find a cheaper flight from Houston to MAD. Just deselect 'Direct flights only' when browsing departures from George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH). Take a pause at one of these airports:
Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG)
Miami International Airport (MIA)
London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
From the centre of Houston, IAH is around 27 kilometres away. Use navigation apps or visit the official airport website to work out the best way to get there.
Booked an early flight from Houston to Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport? Avoid the last-minute rush to the terminal (and sneak in some extra snooze time) by picking one of these hotels close to George Bush Intercontinental Airport:
William P. Hobby Airport (HOU)
Get the most out of your holiday with a stopover on your flight from Houston to Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport. Visit family or friends or cross another city off your list. Whatever your plans, check out these options between William P. Hobby Airport and MAD:
Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport (ATL)
Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport (DFW)
Charlotte Douglas International Airport (CLT)
You can reach HOU from the centre of Houston in about 22 minutes by car (depending on traffic). The ride by public transport takes roughly 1 hour and 42 minutes to travel the 19 kilometres or so.
It's your holiday, so why not extend it with an extra night away from home? Consider staying at one of these hotels near William P. Hobby Airport the day before your flight from Houston to MAD:
About Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport (MAD)
The last thing you want is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on a flight from Houston to Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport. Stay at one of these accommodation options near MAD instead:
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 26 minutes to get to the centre driving.
It takes around 37 minutes if you're travelling on public transport.
How to find the cheapest flights from Houston to Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport (MAD)
For a one-way ticket from Houston to Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport, Rs80,440 is the best price we've seen. You can also book a return trip from just Rs149,961. These are the lowest fares right now but could change based on availability.
To find cheap tickets from Houston to MAD, book as early as possible. Airlines generally offer lower fares when flights are first made available.
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The best time to fly from Houston to Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport (MAD)
July is the busiest month for flights from Houston to Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport. To avoid the crowds, head for Madrid in April when things are quieter.
Before booking a flight from Houston to MAD, think about the type of weather you enjoy. July is the warmest month in Madrid, with temperatures ranging from 17ºC to 36ºC.
Look for cheap flights from Houston to Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport in January if you'd rather travel during cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 0ºC and 11ºC on average.
More about Madrid
After locking in your flight from Houston to Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport, think about where you want to stay in this city. Make one of these options your base for exploring Madrid:
El Retiro Park and Puerta del Sol are just two of the major attractions to add to your Madrid itinerary. Keep the sightseeing going at Plaza Mayor.
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