Flying from Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport (MAD) to John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK): what you need to know
The average length of a direct flight from Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport to John F. Kennedy International Airport is 8 hours 25 minutes.
The timezone in New York is UTC-4, which is five hours behind Madrid.
Flights from MAD to JFK start at 09:15 — the first with Delta Air Lines. The last service of the day is at 16:25 with Iberia. In total, you can take your pick of 62 weekly Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport to John F. Kennedy International Airport flights.
Your MAD to JFK 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.
Traveling during a peak time like July? School holidays and other popular seasons can mean longer lines at security. Be extra cautious and arrive up to four hours before an international flight and two hours before a domestic departure.
With direct flights from Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport to John F. Kennedy International Airport available through a range of airlines, getting to New York (and then other destinations in United States) is easy. You can travel nonstop with these carriers:
The airline with the highest number of bookings on this route is American Airlines.
Delta Air Lines is the most punctual carrier offering MAD to JFK flights. An exceptional 92.21% of its services on this route arrive as scheduled.
Think about adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport to John F. Kennedy International Airport. Just uncheck 'Direct flights only' to break up your journey, or enjoy a detour to a new and interesting place. Check out these options between MAD and JFK:
Lisbon Portela Airport
Barcelona-El Prat Airport
Mohamed V International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport (MAD) to John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK)
At the moment, $219 is the cheapest price we've found for a one-way Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport to John F. Kennedy International Airport flight. The best price for a return plane ticket is $351. Bear in mind that fares can change due to availability at the time of booking.
Get cheap tickets from MAD to JFK by booking at least six months ahead. Based on our research, that's the sweet spot for finding a bargain.
Schedule your trip for May. That's the cheapest month for flights from Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport to John F. Kennedy International Airport. If your travel dates are flexible, try out the 'Whole month' tool to see the cheapest airfare across every month.
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Handy information about Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport (MAD)
Of all flights departing from Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport, 78.23% land on schedule at their destination.
Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport is around 18 kilometers from central Madrid. If you're driving, catching a cab or ride-sharing from the center, it'll take 25 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.
Planning to take public transport? You can expect a journey time of around 35 minutes.
Get your break off to a stress-free start by staying near MAD. Whether you have an early flight from Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport to John F. Kennedy International Airport or just don't want to be rushed, these stays have you covered:
Arriving at John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK)
If you're getting in on a late Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport to John F. Kennedy International Airport flight, nothing tops the convenience of being near the terminal. Collect your bags from the carousel and then be showered and resting soon after at one of these hotels near JFK:
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Reserving your vehicle from John F. Kennedy International Airport around two weeks in advance increases your chances of getting a good deal.
Getting from John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK) to central New York
JFK is located at JFK Airport.
John F. Kennedy International Airport is approximately 48 kilometers from the center of New York. Driving there takes about 50 minutes.
It typically takes 1 hour 20 minutes if you're traveling on public transport.
When to fly to John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK)
July is the busiest month for flights from Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport to John F. Kennedy International Airport. For smaller crowds, go to New York in May.
Before locking in your flight from Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport to John F. Kennedy International Airport, consider the kind of weather you like. July is the warmest month in New York, with temperatures ranging from 18ºC (64ºF) to 30ºC (86ºF).
January sees average temperatures of between -6ºC (21ºF) and 8ºC (46ºF). Look for cheap tickets from MAD to JFK sometime around then if you like traveling in cooler conditions.
Explore more of United States
New York has plenty going for it, but there are so many other corners of United States just waiting to be discovered. About 129 kilometers south-west of New York, a visit to Philadelphia will keep your itinerary packed. Start with popular sights like Liberty Bell, Independence Hall and Philadelphia Museum of Art.
Boston is another essential stop in United States and is around 306 kilometers north-east of New York. No trip is complete without experiencing Freedom Trail, Museum of Fine Arts Boston and Boston Tea Party Ships & Museum.