Travelling from Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport (MAD) to Reykjavik: what you need to know
The average time for a direct flight from Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport to Reykjavik is 4 hours 18 minutes.
Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport is located in Madrid. Operating on the UTC+0 timezone, Reykjavik is 1 hour behind Madrid.
The most popular route is from Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport (MAD) to Keflavik International Airport (KEF). You can select from 4 services every week between these two airports. If you want to get on your way as soon as you can, the earliest flight from MAD to KEF is the 15:50 Icelandair option. If you'd rather travel later, the final departure is at 23:35 with Icelandair.
Give yourself enough time to catch your flight from MAD to Reykjavik. As a general rule, turn up two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
During popular months such as July, you'll want to get to the airport earlier than usual. Plan to arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead for an international flight when you travel during high season in general.
You can book a nonstop flight from Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport to Reykjavik. Begin your journey at MAD and arrive at Keflavik International Airport (KEF).
You'll have your choice of airlines offering direct flights from Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport to Reykjavik. Get on board with any of these:
Stopovers are the perfect opportunity to break up your trip — and perhaps even explore a different city. When browsing flights from MAD to Reykjavik, uncheck the 'Direct flights only' box to see where you can stop along the way. Popular options include:
Dublin Airport (DUB)
London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
Porto Airport (OPO)
You can travel to Iceland for tourism purposes without a visa if you have a passport from Spain. But before booking your flight tickets from Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport to Reykjavik, double-check for the newest rules and regulations. Visa rules are subject to change, and you may need some documentation if your trip is for business or other reasons.
Travelling from central Madrid to MAD takes about 37 minutes on public transport. If you drive, ride-share or grab a cab, you'll cover the 18 kilometres in 26 minutes or so, depending on traffic conditions.
Searching for a convenient hotel close to MAD? If you're boarding an early flight from Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport to Reykjavik, these stays will have you sleeping moments from check-in:
How to find the cheapest flights from Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport (MAD) to Reykjavik
ر.ق. 276 is the best price for a one-way ticket from Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport to Reykjavik. A return flight starts at ر.ق. 596. These fares may change depending on availability and demand.
To score cheap tickets from MAD to Reykjavik, book your journey 4 months ahead of your departure.
The cheapest month for tickets from Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport to Reykjavik is December. You can easily compare prices using the 'Whole month' tool to find the cheapest travel date.
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Airports in Reykjavik
Keflavik International Airport (KEF)
Keflavik International Airport (KEF) to central Reykjavik is approximately 48 kilometres. It'll take you around 49 minutes to reach the centre driving.
It takes around 1 hour and 13 minutes to get there by public transport.
The last thing you want is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late flight from Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport to Reykjavik. Book one of these accommodation options near KEF instead:
Reykjavik International Airport (RKV)
The centre of Reykjavik is approximately 2 kilometres from Reykjavik International Airport (RKV). Once your flight from Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport to Reykjavik has hit the runway and you've made your way out of the airport, the drive should be around 6 minutes.
You can also travel using public transport, which will take about 23 minutes.
You'll find some great places to drop your things at near RKV. Kick back and get cosy after your flight from MAD to Reykjavik at any of these perfectly located options:
Best time to go to Reykjavik
July is the most popular month for flights from Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport to Reykjavik. To skip the crowds, head for Reykjavik in February when things are quieter.
Book your flight from Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport to Reykjavik for July to experience the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures to range from 8ºC to 15ºC.
If you like travelling in cooler conditions, lock in a cheap flight from MAD to Reykjavik in December when temperatures average between -6ºC and 4ºC.
More about Reykjavik
When it comes to looking for somewhere to rest your head, you'll find the top stays in Reykjavik right here. Check out these options once you've booked your flight from Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport to Reykjavik:
Every great adventure has to include some sightseeing. Hallgrimskirkja silhouette, Perlan and National Museum of Iceland are must-visits when exploring Reykjavik.
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