Flying from Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport (MAD) to Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport (ATH): what you need to know
Hop on a direct flight from Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport to Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport and you'll be in the air for an average of 3 hours 30 minutes.
The timezone in Athens is UTC+2, which is one hour ahead of Madrid.
Take your pick of 69 weekly Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport to Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport flights. The 01:20 departure with Aegean Airlines is the earliest available. Iberia operates the latest service of the day at 23:05.
To ensure you catch your MAD to ATH flight, allow plenty of time to check in and drop off your luggage. Turning up two hours ahead of international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the general rule.
During popular months like July, it's best to get to the airport earlier than usual. Plan to arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead for international flights when you travel during a peak period in general.
A range of airlines operate direct flights from Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport to Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport, so getting to Athens (and then exploring more of Greece!) is easy. The most popular carriers that fly nonstop include:
Most passengers choose to fly with Aegean Airlines on this route.
Iberia leads the way as the most punctual carrier for MAD to ATH flights, with 92.31% of its services arriving as scheduled.
We make it a breeze to book a flight with a stopover. To see all your options for tickets from Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport to Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, pick a flight with a stop long enough to explore the city of your choice. Worthwhile stopovers between MAD and ATH include:
Palma de Mallorca Airport
Toulouse-Blagnac Airport
Ibiza Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport (MAD) to Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport (ATH)
The cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport to Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport flight is ر.ق. 241. A return fare is currently ر.ق. 535. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares could change.
It's often best to book ahead of time if you want to get cheap tickets from MAD to ATH. That's because airlines adjust prices based on demand, which tends to increase closer to the date of departure.
The cheapest month for flights from Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport to Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport is November. Use the 'Whole month' tool to find the lowest airfares if you have a flexible schedule.
You don't need to check every day to find out if fares have dropped when you create a Price Alert. We'll update you the moment the price changes on cheap flights from MAD to ATH.
Secure the right flight for you with the help of the filters. To see the 'Cheapest,' 'Fastest' or 'Best' flights from Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport to Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport, use the 'Sort by' tool. You can also filter by departure and arrival times, airline, and number of stops.
Handy information about Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport (MAD)
Of the departures from Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport, 78.23% touch down on time at their destination.
To reach Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport from central Madrid, it'll take around 25 minutes if you're going by car. This depends on traffic, however. It's approximately 18 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
The journey when using public transport takes about 35 minutes.
Get your break off to a leisurely start by staying near MAD. Whether you've booked an early flight from Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport to Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport or just don't want to be rushed, these stays are the answer:
Arriving at Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport (ATH)
If you're landing on a late Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport to Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport flight, nothing beats the convenience of being near the terminal. Grab your suitcases from the carousel and then be showered and resting soon after at one of these hotels near ATH:
Get on the fast track to adventure by picking up an Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Centauro, Green Motion or Surprice and experience the lesser-explored corners of Athens and beyond.
To get the lowest price, book your vehicle from Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport around three weeks before your trip.
Getting from Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport (ATH) to central Athens
Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport to central Athens has a drive time of around 35 minutes. It's approximately 40 kilometres away.
It takes roughly 1 hour when travelling by public transport.
When to fly to Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport (ATH)
The quietest month for a flight from Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport to Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport is January, while July is the most popular. Pick the ideal time to go to Athens based on whether you prefer a more relaxed vibe or a faster pace.
The warmest month in Athens is July, with temperatures ranging between 22ºC and 37ºC. Lock in your flights from Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport to Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport in this month if this is the type of weather you enjoy.
Search for cheap tickets from MAD to ATH in January if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between 4ºC and 14ºC on average.
Explore more of Greece
Athens has plenty to offer, but there are so many other corners of Greece waiting to be discovered. About 306 kilometres north of Athens, a visit to Thessaloniki will keep you busy. Don't miss top attractions like Arch of Galerius, Aristotelous Square and Museum of Byzantine Culture.
Larisa is another sought-after destination in Greece and is around 209 kilometres north-west of Athens. No trip is complete without experiencing Agioi Saranta, Saint George Orthodox Church and Second Ancient Theatre.
