Travelling from Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport (MAD) to Southampton Airport (SOU): what you need to know
The timezone in Southampton is UTC+0, which is one hour behind Madrid.
Your MAD to SOU flight won't wait if you're late, so get to the airport with time to spare. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead for international travel.
You can expect longer lines during popular months like July. Arriving up to four hours in advance for international flights and two hours for domestic departures is a wise move.
If you'd like to explore another city along the way, just uncheck 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport to Southampton Airport. These are the most popular stopovers between MAD and SOU:
Amsterdam Airport Schiphol
Geneve Airport
Palma de Mallorca Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport (MAD) to Southampton Airport (SOU)
The cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport to Southampton Airport flight is £56. A return plane ticket is currently £123. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares may change.
Don't leave things to the last minute. You're more likely to find cheap tickets from MAD to SOU if you book in advance. Airlines often offer some terrific early bird discounts.
If you're flexible with your travel dates, try using the 'Whole month' search tool. It'll show you the cheapest price across every month when looking for your flight from Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport to Southampton Airport.
Save time looking for cheap flights from MAD to SOU by creating a Price Alert. You'll get an email or notification on the app when a new discounted fare appears.
Tailor your trip using filters. Select your departure and arrival times, airlines and total journey duration. You can also sort results by 'Fastest,' 'Cheapest' or 'Best' flights from Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport to Southampton Airport.
Handy information about Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport (MAD)
Of the departures from Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport, 78.23% arrive on time at their destination.
Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport is around 11 miles from central Madrid. If you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving from the centre, it'll take 25 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.
Expect a trip time of around 35 minutes when using public transport.
Booked an early flight from Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport to Southampton Airport? Avoid the last-minute rush to the airport (and get some extra shut-eye) by picking one of these hotels close to MAD:
Arriving at Southampton Airport (SOU)
The last thing you need is a long journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on an Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport to Southampton Airport flight. Book one of these accommodation options near SOU instead:
Follow your own route with a Southampton Airport rental car. Pick up your wheels from Alamo, Budget or Europcar and venture far and wide through Southampton and beyond.
Get the best deal by reserving your vehicle from Southampton Airport around two weeks before your trip.
Getting from Southampton Airport (SOU) to central Southampton
Southampton Airport to central Southampton has a drive time of around 20 minutes. It's approximately 5 miles away.
It takes roughly 25 minutes if you're travelling on public transport.
When to fly to Southampton Airport (SOU)
It's time to choose your travel dates for your flight from Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport to Southampton Airport. August is the most popular month to visit Southampton. If you prefer a more low-key vibe, go in April.
The warmest month in Southampton is July, with the temperature ranging between 11ºC (52ºF) and 24ºC (75ºF). Lock in your flights from Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport to Southampton Airport in this month if you enjoy this type of weather.
If you'd rather travel in cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from MAD to SOU in January. Average temperatures are between 0ºC (32ºF) and 9ºC (48ºF) then.
Explore more of United Kingdom
London is just one of the many cities in United Kingdom waiting to be explored once you've seen the sights of Southampton. Around 70 miles away to the north-east, top sights here include Big Ben, The British Museum and Buckingham Palace.
Birmingham is another favourite destination in United Kingdom and is around 110 miles north of Southampton. No journey is complete without seeing Cadbury World, The Library of Birmingham and National Sea Life Centre.