Adolfo Suárez Madrid–Barajas Airport (MAD)
ICAO: LEMD
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Overview
Adolfo Suárez Madrid–Barajas Airport (IATA: MAD, ICAO: LEMD) is the primary international airport serving Madrid, the capital of Spain, and the busiest airport in the country. Located about 12 km northeast of Madrid city centre in the Barajas district, MAD is the main hub for Iberia (IB) and Air Europa (UX), and a key base for Ryanair (FR), easyJet (U2), and Vueling (VY).
Opened in 1931, Madrid–Barajas has grown to become one of the most important aviation hubs in Southern Europe. It operates four passenger terminals — Terminal 1, Terminal 2, Terminal 3, and Terminal 4 — plus a satellite building, Terminal 4S, connected to Terminal 4 by an automated people mover. Terminal 4, designed by Richard Rogers and Estudio Lamela, opened in 2006 and is the main hub for Iberia (IB) and its oneworld partners. Terminals 1, 2, and 3 are interconnected and handle most other international and European carriers.
MAD connects to over 200 destinations across 70 countries, served by more than 100 airlines. It is a key gateway between Europe and Latin America, with strong connections to Buenos Aires (EZE), Mexico City (MEX), Bogotá (BOG), Lima (LIM), and São Paulo (GRU). Popular European routes include London (LHR), Paris (CDG), Rome (FCO), Amsterdam (AMS), and Frankfurt (FRA).
In 2024, Adolfo Suárez Madrid–Barajas Airport handled approximately 66 million passengers, maintaining its position as the busiest airport in Spain and one of the top five in Europe. The airport is a major economic driver for the Madrid region and a key part of Spain’s tourism and business infrastructure.
Popular Destinations from Adolfo Suárez Madrid–Barajas Airport (MAD)
Latin American routes include Buenos Aires (EZE), Mexico City (MEX), Bogotá (BOG), Lima (LIM), São Paulo (GRU), Santiago (SCL), and Havana (HAV). Airlines serving these routes include Iberia (IB), Air Europa (UX), and several Latin American carriers such as Aeroméxico (AM) and Avianca (AV).
Long-haul routes also include New York (JFK), Miami (MIA), Dubai (DXB), Doha (DOH), Tokyo (HND), and Seoul (ICN). The airport connects over 200 destinations across Europe, the Americas, Asia, Africa, and the Middle East, operated by more than 100 airlines including Emirates (EK), Qatar Airways (QR), Turkish Airlines (TK), and Singapore Airlines (SQ).
Terminals
Adolfo Suárez Madrid–Barajas Airport operates four passenger terminals — Terminal 1, Terminal 2, Terminal 3, and Terminal 4 — plus a satellite building, Terminal 4S, connected to Terminal 4 by an automated people mover.
Terminal 1 is primarily used by international airlines outside the oneworld and SkyTeam alliances, including many Asian, Middle Eastern, and African carriers. It is connected to Terminals 2 and 3 by walkways and a free shuttle bus.
Terminal 2 is mainly used by European carriers and some international airlines, including SkyTeam members such as Air France (AF) and KLM (KL). It is connected to Terminals 1 and 3.
Terminal 3 is used for regional and domestic flights, including some services by Air Nostrum (YW) and Iberia Regional. It is the smallest of the interconnected terminals.
Terminal 4, opened in 2006, is the main hub for Iberia (IB) and its oneworld partners, including British Airways (BA), American Airlines (AA), and Qatar Airways (QR). It has a distinctive bamboo roof and is one of the largest terminal buildings in the world. Terminal 4S is a satellite building connected to T4 by an automated people mover, handling most of Iberia’s (IB) long-haul flights to Latin America and other intercontinental destinations.
A free shuttle bus connects all terminals, running every 5–10 minutes. The automated people mover between T4 and T4S takes about 5 minutes. The minimum connection time at MAD is 60 minutes for most transfers within the same terminal, and 90 minutes for transfers between T4 and T1/T2/T3.
| Terminal | Purpose | Airlines |
|---|---|---|
| Terminal 1 | International airlines (non-alliance) | Emirates (EK), Qatar Airways (QR), Turkish Airlines (TK), Singapore Airlines (SQ), select Asian and African carriers |
| Terminal 2 | European & SkyTeam carriers | Air France (AF), KLM (KL), Delta Air Lines (DL), easyJet (U2), Vueling (VY) |
| Terminal 3 | Regional & domestic flights | Air Nostrum (YW), Iberia Regional, select domestic carriers |
| Terminal 4 | Iberia hub & oneworld alliance | Iberia (IB), British Airways (BA), American Airlines (AA), Qatar Airways (QR), Iberia Express (I2) |
Transportation
Adolfo Suárez Madrid–Barajas Airport is well connected to Madrid city centre and the surrounding region through several transport options. The airport is located about 12 km northeast of Madrid.
Metro (Line 8)
The Madrid Metro Line 8 connects the airport to the city centre, with stations at Terminal 1–2–3 and Terminal 4. Trains run every 4–7 minutes from 06:00 to 01:30. The journey to Nuevos Ministerios takes about 20 minutes. A single ticket costs €4.50–5.00 (airport supplement included). This is one of the fastest and most affordable options.
Cercanías (Suburban Train, Line C1)
The Cercanías C1 line connects Terminal 4 to Madrid’s main train stations, including Chamartín, Nuevos Ministerios, Atocha, and Príncipe Pío. Trains run every 15–30 minutes. The journey to Atocha takes about 30 minutes. A single ticket costs €2.60. This option is only available from Terminal 4.
Express Bus (Line 203)
The Express Bus 203 connects the airport (all terminals) to Atocha railway station in central Madrid. Buses run every 15–20 minutes, 24 hours a day. The journey takes about 40 minutes. A single ticket costs €5.00. This is a convenient option for passengers arriving at any terminal.
Taxi
Official white taxis with a red stripe are available 24/7 outside the Arrivals hall of each terminal. A fixed rate of €30 applies for journeys to anywhere inside the M-30 ring road (central Madrid). The journey takes 20–35 minutes depending on traffic. Only licensed taxis should be used.
Ride-hailing
Uber, Cabify, and Bolt operate at MAD. Pick-up zones are clearly marked outside each terminal. Prices are similar to taxis but can be higher during peak hours.
Private Transfer
Book a driver in advance for a stress-free arrival. Prices start from €35 for a sedan, including meet & greet in the arrivals hall. Popular with families and business travellers.
Car Rental
Major international and local car rental companies operate at MAD, including Hertz, Avis, Europcar, Budget, Sixt, and Enterprise. Pickup counters are located in the Arrivals hall of each terminal, with rental desks available in the airport’s car rental centre.
Car Rental at Adolfo Suárez Madrid–Barajas Airport (MAD)
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Airport Information & Contacts
28042 Madrid, Spain