Flying from Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport (MAD) to Taipei: what you need to know
Taipei is seven hours ahead of Madrid, where Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport is located. Taipei runs on the UTC+8 timezone.
For a relaxed start to your MAD to Taipei flight, leave plenty of time to navigate the airport and find your gate. Turning up two hours ahead of international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the general travel rule.
Be prepared for longer queues in popular months like July. Arriving up to four hours in advance for an international flight and two hours for domestic departures is a good idea.
Think about adding a stopover to potentially find a cheaper plane ticket from MAD to Taipei. Simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' during your search. Break up your journey by stopping at one of these popular options:
Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG)
Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK)
Frankfurt Airport (FRA)
Located around 13 kms (8 miles) from the centre of Madrid, MAD can be reached in about 20 minutes by car, depending on traffic. Travelling on public transport will take roughly 30 minutes.
Looking for a hotel close to MAD? If you're catching an early flight from Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport to Taipei, these stays will put you moments from check-in:
When it comes to the on-time performance of Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport, 77% of flights meet their scheduled arrival time.
How to find the cheapest flights from Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport (MAD) to Taipei
The best price we've seen for a one-way Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport to Taipei flight is £289. The cheapest price for a return flight is £424. Keep in mind fares can change due to demand at the time of booking.
Booking ahead of time is often the key to finding a cheap flight from MAD to Taipei. Flight prices rise as demand increases, so the closer your departure date, the more expensive your ticket may be.
The 'Whole month' tool will show you the cheapest tickets from Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport to Taipei across the month. It's an easy way to snap up a bargain if your travel plans aren't set in stone.
Save time searching for cheap flights from MAD to Taipei by setting up a Price Alert. You'll get an email or notification through the app when a new low fare is offered.
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Airports in Taipei
Taiwan Taoyuan International Airport (TPE)
The distance from Taiwan Taoyuan International Airport (TPE) to central Taipei is roughly 40 kms (25 miles). It'll take you around 40 minutes to reach the centre driving.
If you're travelling by public transport, expect a journey time of about 35 minutes.
Look into staying at a hotel close to TPE if you're coming in on a late flight from Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport to Taipei. Select one of these options and skip the long transfer:
Lock in the best possible rate by reserving your vehicle from Taiwan Taoyuan International Airport about two weeks ahead of your flight from MAD to Taipei.
Taipei Songshan Airport (TSA)
After your flight from Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport to Taipei has arrived, you can get to the city centre in about 15 minutes by car. Central Taipei is roughly 6 kms (4 miles) from Taipei Songshan Airport (TSA).
Public transport will get you there in around 25 minutes.
There are some comfortable places to rest your head close to TSA. Kick back and get cosy after your MAD to Taipei flight at one of these well-located options:
Avoid paying extra. Securing your ride four weeks before your arrival at TSA will save you money.
Best time to go to Taipei
It's time to choose your travel dates for your flight from Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport to Taipei. February is the busiest month to visit Taipei. If you like a more relaxed atmosphere, go in December.
Before booking a Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport to Taipei plane ticket, think about the weather you're most comfortable in. July is the warmest month in Taipei, with temperatures ranging from 23ºC to 34ºC.
If you want cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from MAD to Taipei in January when temperatures average between 9ºC and 18ºC.
More about Taipei
When it comes to searching for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the most popular stays in Taipei right here. Browse these options as soon as you've locked in your flight from Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport to Taipei:
All great journeys should include some sightseeing. Taipei 101, Taipei 101 Observatory and Shilin Night Market are attractions you won't want to skip in Taipei.
Explore more of Taiwan
Taichung is just one of the many places in Taiwan waiting to be discovered once you've taken in the sights of Taipei. Around 129 kms (80 miles) away to the southwest, its top attractions include Chenghuangmiao, Taichung Tianhou Temple and Paochueh Temple.
Around 257 kms (160 miles) southwest of Taipei, Tainan is another essential stop in Taiwan. Start your sightseeing at Chi Mei Museum, Blueprint Culture & Creative Park and Anping Fort.