Traveling from Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport (MAD) to Vancouver: what you need to know
The timezone in Vancouver is UTC-7. The city is eight hours behind Madrid, where Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport is located.
For a stress-free journey, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. That way, you won't have to rush to catch your MAD to Vancouver flight.
If you're jetting off during a major holiday or another peak period, allow for even more time. A good rule is two hours ahead of domestic flights and up to four hours before international departures. Lines at security and check-in will be longer.
Think about adding a stopover to potentially save on your plane ticket from MAD to Vancouver. All you need to do is deselect 'Direct flights only' during your search. Break up your journey by stopping at one of these popular airports:
Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG)
Dublin Airport (DUB)
London Gatwick Airport (LGW)
Traveling from central Madrid to MAD takes around 35 minutes by public transport. If you drive, ride-share or take a cab, you'll cover the 8 miles in 25 minutes or so, depending on traffic conditions.
Want a relaxed start to your journey? Stay near MAD. Whether you're boarding an early flight from Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport to Vancouver or just don't want to be rushed, these hotels are all about convenience:
Of all flights leaving Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport, 78.23% arrive as scheduled at their destination.
How to find the cheapest flights from Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport (MAD) to Vancouver
$243 is the lowest price we've seen for a one-way Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport to Vancouver flight. A round-trip plane ticket right now is $484. Depending on when and how early you book, these fares can change.
To find cheap flights from MAD to Vancouver, book as early as you can. Airlines typically offer lower prices when tickets are first released.
If you're willing to be flexible with your trip dates, check out the 'Whole month' search tool. It'll give you the cheapest price across every month when looking for an Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport to Vancouver ticket.
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Airports in Vancouver
Vancouver International Airport (YVR)
Vancouver International Airport (YVR) is around 9 miles from the center of Vancouver. If you're grabbing a cab or a ride-share, the drive takes roughly 25 minutes.
Traveling on public transport takes about 35 minutes.
If you're arriving on a late flight from Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport to Vancouver, nothing beats the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Grab your luggage from the carousel and then be showered and snoozing soon after at one of these accommodation options near YVR:
Travel at your own pace with a Vancouver International Airport rental car. Pick up your wheels from Routes Car Rentals, Thrifty or Avis and see more of Vancouver and beyond.
Booking your ride from Vancouver International Airport around one week in advance of your flight from MAD to Vancouver can help you secure the lowest rate.
Vancouver Harbour Sea Plane Base Airport (CXH)
Once your flight from Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport to Vancouver has hit the tarmac, you can get to the city center in around 5 minutes by car. Central Vancouver is roughly 1 mile from Vancouver Harbour Sea Plane Base Airport (CXH).
If you're catching public transport, it'll take around 15 minutes.
After stepping off your MAD to Vancouver flight, rest your head at a hotel close to CXH. These are some comfortable accommodation options that'll help you switch to relaxation mode:
Avoid the slow-moving lines and paperwork at the rental desk by having everything prearranged. Reserve your ride from CXH a few weeks in advance so you can just grab the keys and go.
Abbotsford Airport (YXX)
Hop off your flight from Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport to Vancouver and go straight to your hotel or jump right into exploring. Central Vancouver is around 40 miles from Abbotsford Airport (YXX) and usually takes 1 hour to drive there.
Public transport can take you there in around 1 hour 30 minutes.
Enjoy a more relaxed start to your break by checking in to a hotel near YXX after your MAD to Vancouver flight. Recharge after a day of travel or just give yourself time to find your footing in a new place at:
Put yourself in the driver's seat of the next chapter of your journey with an Abbotsford Airport rental car. Hertz, Thrifty and Enterprise are some companies you can book with.
Around one week before your flight from Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport to Vancouver is a good time to book your ride from YXX. You're more likely to land a better deal or score some early bird savings.
Best time to go to Vancouver
Before scheduling your flights from Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport to Vancouver, consider which time of year is best for you. Peak season in Vancouver offers a bustling atmosphere and plenty of activities, while the off-season means you'll get cheaper hotel deals and fewer crowds.
The warmest month in Vancouver is August, with temperatures ranging between 55ºF and 75ºF. Book your Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport to Vancouver plane ticket then if that's the weather you find most pleasant.
December has average temperatures of between 30ºF and 45ºF. Look for a cheap ticket from MAD to Vancouver around that time if you like traveling in cooler conditions.
More about Vancouver
When it comes to looking for somewhere to rest your head, you'll find the best places to stay in Vancouver right here. Browse these hotels as soon as you've booked your flight from Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport to Vancouver:
There are so many things to see and do in this city it can be hard to know where to begin. Granville Island, Stanley Park and Science World are highlights which should be on any well-planned Vancouver itinerary.
Explore more of Canada
Vancouver has its own special appeal, but there are so many other parts of Canada just waiting to be discovered. Around 170 miles east of Vancouver, a trip to Kelowna will fill your itinerary to the brim. Start with popular sights like Kasugai Japanese Garden, Waterfront Park and Mary Ann Collinson Memorial Park.
Kamloops is another must-experience destination in Canada and is around 160 miles north-east of Vancouver. No trip is complete without dropping by Riverside Park, Kamloops Art Gallery and BIG Little Science Centre.
