Flying from Brussels to Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport (MAD): what you need to know
There are two main airports you can take off from in Brussels. Explore your options departing from Brussels Airport (BRU) or Brussels S. Charleroi Airport (CRL) when organising your flight from Brussels to Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport (MAD).
Expect to be travelling for 2 hours 28 minutes. That's the average journey time for a direct flight from Brussels to Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport.
Madrid (where Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport is located) and Brussels share the UTC+1 timezone. You can plan your trip without factoring in timezone differences.
The busiest route is from Brussels Airport (BRU) to Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport (MAD), with 90 direct weekly services. If you'd like to get going as soon as possible, the earliest flight from BRU to MAD is the 06:20 Ryanair service. If you prefer to leave later in the day, the last departure is at 21:00 with Ryanair.
For stress-free travel, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This way, you can comfortably board your flight from Brussels to MAD.
Travelling during a peak month such as July? Major public holidays and other high seasons can lead to longer queues at security. Be extra cautious and get there up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours before a domestic departure.
Airports in Brussels
Brussels Airport (BRU)
You can jump on a direct flight from Brussels to Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport (MAD) out of Brussels Airport (BRU).
Pick from a variety of airlines offering direct flights from Brussels to Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport departing from BRU. Head off on your trip with any of these:
Stopovers are the perfect opportunity to break up your trip — and perhaps even visit a new city. When browsing flights from Brussels to MAD departing from Brussels Airport (BRU), uncheck the 'Direct flights only' box to see where you can stop along the way. Popular options include:
Barcelona-El Prat Airport (BCN)
Frankfurt Airport (FRA)
London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
BRU is roughly 14 kilometres from central Brussels. To help you work out how to get there, use Google Maps. This useful traveller tool will show you the quickest route and available public transport options.
Need a convenient hotel close to Brussels Airport? If you've booked an early flight from Brussels to Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport, these accommodation options will put you moments from check-in:
Brussels S. Charleroi Airport (CRL)
Brussels S. Charleroi Airport (CRL) offers direct flights from Brussels to Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport (MAD).
Ryanair offers direct flights from Brussels to MAD leaving from CRL. Book your preferred aisle seat and reach your destination in a single hop.
Break up your flight from Brussels to Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport with a stop so you can recharge or tick a new place off your list. Popular stopovers between Brussels S. Charleroi Airport and MAD are:
Bordeaux Airport (BOD)
Marseille Provence Airport (MRS)
Ibiza Airport (IBZ)
CRL is around 56 kilometres from central Brussels. It takes 56 minutes or so to get to the airport in a car from the city centre. Public transport takes approximately 1 hour and 37 minutes.
Get your holiday started early with an additional night away from home. Before catching your flight from Brussels to MAD, unwind in one of these hotels near Brussels S. Charleroi Airport:
About Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport (MAD)
The last thing you need is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on a flight from Brussels to Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport. Reserve one of these accommodation options near MAD instead:
Getting from Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport (MAD) to central Madrid
Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport to the centre of Madrid takes around 26 minutes in a car. It's approximately 18 kilometres away. Find out what options are available, such as cabs, car rentals or ride-sharing services.
When travelling on public transport, expect a journey of about 37 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Brussels to Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport (MAD)
RM84 is the cheapest price we've seen for a one-way ticket from Brussels to Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport. Return flights start from RM200. Fares are subject to availability and may change at any time.
Book 9 months before you want to fly. After looking at the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you'll want to book ahead to find cheap tickets from Brussels to MAD.
You'll score the best savings on your tickets from Brussels to Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport if you plan your break for June. Go one step further and use the 'Whole month' search tool to see the cheapest day to fly.
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The best time to fly from Brussels to Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport (MAD)
It's time to figure out your dates for your flight from Brussels to Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport. July is the most popular month to travel to Madrid. If you want a more relaxed atmosphere, go in April.
The warmest month in Madrid is July, with the temperature ranging between 17ºC and 36ºC. Book your flights from Brussels to MAD in this month if you enjoy this type of weather.
Look for cheap flights from Brussels 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 booking your flight from Brussels to Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport, think about where to rest your head 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 big attractions to put on your Madrid itinerary. Keep the sightseeing going at Plaza Mayor.
Complete your Madrid trip with a car rental
Once you've locked in your hotel and cheap flight from Brussels to Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport, the next step is choosing one of our car rentals in Madrid. Browse the deals and instantly compare your options on price, pick-up convenience, fuel policies, and more.