Travelling from Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport (MAD) to Reykjavik: what you need to know
Jump on a direct flight from Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport to Reykjavik and you'll be in the air for an average of 4 hours 25 minutes.
Reykjavik is one hour behind Madrid, where Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport is located. Reykjavik follows the UTC+0 timezone.
Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport (MAD) to Keflavik Airport (KEF) is the most popular route, with three weekly flights to choose from. If you prefer a later start to the day, the last flight from MAD to KEF is with Fly Play at 22:55. Opt for the first departure operated by Fly Play at 22:15 if you want to get on your way earlier.
For stress-free travel, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This will give you plenty of time to catch your MAD to Reykjavik flight.
During popular months such as July, you'll want to get to the airport earlier than usual. Arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead of an international flight whenever you're travelling during a peak period in general.
Start your trip at MAD and fly straight to Keflavik Airport (KEF). That will be your arrival point when searching for Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport to Reykjavik tickets.
Fly Play is a leading airline that operates direct flights from Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport to Reykjavik.
Stopovers are the ideal opportunity to break up your journey and possibly even tick a new city off your list. When searching for plane tickets from MAD to Reykjavik, deselect the 'Direct flights only' box to see where you can stop along the way. Consider one of these popular options:
London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
Dublin Airport (DUB)
Porto Airport (OPO)
The journey from central Madrid to MAD takes around 30 minutes by public transport. If you ride-share, drive or grab a taxi, you'll cover the 13 kms (8 miles) in 20 minutes or so, depending on traffic conditions.
Looking for a hotel near MAD? If you're boarding an early flight from Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport to Reykjavik, these accommodation options put the terminal practically at your doorstep:
77% of flights taking off from Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport reach their destination on time.
How to find the cheapest flights from Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport (MAD) to Reykjavik
£55 is currently the lowest price for a one-way Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport to Reykjavik flight. A return plane ticket starts from £124. These fares may change depending on availability and demand.
To snag cheap flights from MAD to Reykjavik, reserve your trip seven months before your departure.
December is the best month for nabbing a fantastic deal on Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport to Reykjavik tickets. If you want to travel at a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will show you the lowest prices across every month.
Save time searching for cheap flights from MAD to Reykjavik by setting up a Price Alert. You'll get an email or push notification on the app when a lower fare becomes available.
Select your preferred arrival and departure times, airlines and number of stops with our filters. Then, sort the results for your flight from Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport to Reykjavik by 'Best,' 'Cheapest' or 'Fastest.'
Airports in Reykjavik
Keflavik Airport (KEF)
Keflavik Airport (KEF) to central Reykjavik takes around 45 minutes by car. The centre is roughly 48 kms (30 miles) away.
If you're taking public transport, expect a journey time of around 55 minutes.
Consider staying in a hotel close to KEF if you're coming in on a late flight from Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport to Reykjavik. Select one of these options and make your arrival easier:
Reserving your ride from Keflavik Airport around four weeks ahead of your flight from MAD to Reykjavik can help you lock in the best possible rate.
Reykjavik Airport (RKV)
Central Reykjavik is around 2 kms (1 mile) from Reykjavik Airport (RKV). After your flight from Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport to Reykjavik has hit the runway and you've made your way through the terminal, expect a drive of around 10 minutes.
If you choose to travel on public transport, you'll get to the city centre in 20 minutes or so.
You'll find some great places to drop your things at near RKV. Settle in and get cosy after your MAD to Reykjavik flight at one of these well-located options:
Avoid last-minute price surges. Reserving your ride three weeks ahead of your arrival at RKV will save you money.
Best time to go to Reykjavik
It's time to pick your travel dates for your flight from Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport to Reykjavik. August is the most popular month to travel to Reykjavik. If you want a more relaxed atmosphere, go in January.
The warmest month in Reykjavik is July, with temperatures ranging between 8ºC and 15ºC. Lock in your Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport to Reykjavik plane ticket then if that's your definition of good weather.
Look for cheap tickets from MAD to Reykjavik in December if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between -6ºC and 4ºC on average.
More about Reykjavik
After booking your flight from Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport to Reykjavik, find a hotel that offers both comfort and a great location. Make one of these options your base for exploring Reykjavik:
Harpa and The Northern Light Centre are a couple of popular attractions to add to your Reykjavik itinerary. Keep the momentum going by heading to Sun Voyager.
Explore more of Iceland
You've done Reykjavik, now it's time to explore other parts of Iceland. Journey around 241 kms (150 miles) northeast to Akureyri to check off its leading sights. From Kjarnaskógur to Nordurslod - Into the Arctic and Regnbogastiginn, you've got a jam-packed schedule ahead.
Around 121 kms (75 miles) southeast of Reykjavik, Vestmannaeyjar is another favourite stop in Iceland. No visit is complete without checking out Puffins of Westman Isles, Heimaey Island, Vestmanna Islands and Heimaklettur.