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Why Madrid?

Madrid is Spain's lively and sunny capital, where it is easy to fall for its mix of elegance and energy.

Start your day with world-class art at the Prado, then unwind in Retiro Park. By evening the tapas bars of La Latina come alive. Toledo and Segovia make easy day trips, and fast trains put Barcelona and Seville within reach.

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Cheapest time to fly and when to book

The cheapest time to fly to Madrid is usually November and January-February. Days are cooler and fewer tourists visit outside the holidays.

Best time to travel: spring and early autumn for mild, sunny days. Easter week and Christmas are the busiest. Summer can be very hot.
Most expensive: June-August, Christmas, New Year and Easter.
Book ahead: 4-8 months before you fly, and earlier for peak periods.

Where is
Madrid?

Madrid is the capital of Spain, in the centre of the country on a high plateau. It is Spain's largest city. It is known for museums, parks, nightlife and food, with fast trains to other major Spanish cities.

Airports in Madrid:
Where to fly into Madrid?

Madrid-Barajas (MAD) is Spain's busiest airport, about 13 km north-east of the city centre.

Metro, Cercanías trains, airport express buses and taxis all reach the city.
Allow roughly 20-40 minutes, depending on how you travel.

MAD

Madrid-Barajas Adolfo Suárez Airport

What airlines fly to Madrid?

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Qatar Airways

Emirates

Etihad Airways

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Turkish Airlines

Iberia

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Travelling to Madrid:
What you need to know

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Popular flight routes to Madrid

Most flights from Australia land at Madrid-Barajas Airport (MAD). Popular routes include:

Sydney to Madrid (SYD-MAD)
Melbourne to Madrid (MEL-MAD)
Perth to Madrid (PER-MAD)

Routes change by season and departure city, so check current availability when you search.

Madrid weather and climate

Madrid has hot, dry summers, cool winters and plenty of sunshine.

Summer (June-August): very hot and dry, often above 32°C.
Autumn (September-November): warm early on, cooler and wetter by November.
Winter (December-February): cold, with highs around 9-12°C.
Spring (March-May): mild and pleasant, warming towards May.

Places to visit and stay in Madrid

Centro and Sol: Plaza Mayor, Puerta del Sol and the Royal Palace.
Paseo del Arte: The Prado, Reina Sofia and Thyssen-Bornemisza museums.
La Latina and Lavapiés: Tapas bars, markets and lively streets.
Retiro and Salamanca: Retiro Park, upmarket shopping and elegant streets.
Day trips: Toledo, Segovia and the Escorial.

Getting around Madrid

The Metro is fast, cheap and covers most of the city.
Buses, commuter trains and taxis fill the gaps.
The historic centre is compact and easy on foot.
Fast AVE trains link Madrid with other Spanish cities.

Entry requirements

Australians can generally visit for up to 90 days without a visa. This covers short tourist stays in the Schengen Area, within any 180-day period.

The EU's ETIAS travel authorisation and Entry/Exit System may apply, so check current rules before you travel.

Your passport must be valid for your stay and issued within the last 10 years.

Check Smartraveller and official EU and Spanish government websites before you book.

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