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Miami, USA*from $265
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Cheap Flights to Madrid, Spain

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There are few capital cities on the planet that are quite as artistic and diverse as Madrid, the enigmatic capital of Spain. A firm favourite with art and culture lovers for centuries, you’ll find work from traditional well-known names such as Goya, Velázquez, Dalí and Picasso, to Flemish and Italian greats too. A great place to start your tour of Madrid is with the Museo del Prado, Centro de Arte Reina Sofía and Museo Thyssen-Bornemisza before joining the crowds at the Puerta del Sol ("Gate of the Sun"). The heartbeat of the Spanish capital, Puerto del Sol positively buzzes with public transport, taxis, tourism, shops, cafes and restaurants, and the atmosphere is alive with fun both day and night.

Speaking of eating out, over the years Madrid has turned into one of the most varied and revered culinary capitals of Europe. The city has enthusiastically embraced all the creativity and innovation of Spain’s gastronomic revolution and you’ll find everything from rustic, traditional eateries to high end restaurants. From tapas in enchanting temples to sit-down meals beneath centuries-old vaulted ceilings, eating in Madrid is a big part of city life and is a huge pleasure too.

Once you’ve finished tucking in, don’t forget to venture out round the city’s massive collection of sophisticated cocktails bars and thriving clubs. Blend in to the night-time streets of many barrios and you’ll find yourself swept along with the friendly hoards where you can dance away until dawn.

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5 Things You Need to Know About Madrid

Madrid is a fun, quirky and cultural, but it’s worth knowing a few things before you go:

Time Difference: UTC +2 hours
Currency: Euro
Native Language: Spanish
Weather: Madrid has hot summers of 27 degrees C plus and mild but unpredictable winters. It’s ideal to visit the city in the spring (March - May) when the days are bright and sunny but the temperatures are a little cooler. November - February is low season in Madrid however everything still stays open for tourists. Christmas and New Year can also be particularly busy with the bustling festive markets.
Sales Tax: 18%

Flying to Madrid from the US

Before you start planning your trip, here’s everything you’ll need to know when flying to Madrid from the US.

Flight Times

Travelling times vary depending on where in the US you’re flying from. As a guide, from New York to Madrid takes around 8 hours, whilst Los Angeles to Madrid is around 12 hours.

Entry Requirements

US citizens may enter Spain for up to 90 days for tourist or business purposes without a visa. Your passport should be valid for at least three months beyond the period of stay. You need sufficient funds and a return airline ticket.

Airlines That Fly to Madrid

The following airlines currently offer direct flights from the USA to Madrid:
- Iberia
- Lufthansa
- Air Europa
- American Airlines
- Delta
- Air France
- KLM

The Airport

Madrid Airport (MAD)

Adolfo Suárez Madrid-Barajas Airport is the main airport serving Madrid and is located 15km north-east of the city. Take the light rail ('metro ligero') from Terminal T4 to Chamartín, Nuevos Ministerios, Atocha or Príncipe Pío stations. To get to Terminal 4 if you're somewhere else, take the free terminal shuttle. The trip to Chamartín station takes approximately 11 minutes. Tickets to and from the airport cost 4.50 euros. Taxis can also be found outside arrivals.

10 Madrid Must-Dos

Make the most of your time in Madrid using our list of the ten main things to see whilst you’re there:

- Retiro Park (Parque del Retiro)
- Prado National Museum
- Stadio Santiago Bernabeu
- Royal Palace of Madrid
- Gran Via
- Puerta del Sol
- Templo de Debod
- Plaza Mayor
- Parque de El Capricho
- Real Basilica de San Francisco el Grande

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