London Heathrow to Madrid Flights
Heathrow Airport
From its roots as a military airfield during the First World War, Heathrow has grown into a 2 runway 5 terminal facility handling more international passenger traffic than any other airport in the world. The airport has undergone constant redevelopment to meet the demands of growing passenger volumes. Work is currently underway to refurbish terminals 3 and 4, and there are plans for a third runway. British Airways and Iberia operate daily flights from London Heathrow to Madrid as well as budget airline BMI. Flights from Heathrow to Madrid take just two hours and twenty minutes, making the Spanish capital an ideal destination for a weekend break.
Madrid Airport
In 1928 a stretch of arid wasteland at Barajas, close to Madrid, was chosen as the site for the city’s airport. The first flights to Madrid began in 1931 and eighty years on, over 40 million passengers a year pass through its 3 terminals. The facility has undergone massive expansion in recent years with the construction of a new terminal and two brand new runways to respond to the demands of the 21st century.
Parking facilities in and around Madrid Airport
Several spacious and secure car parks are provided for passengers flying to and from Madrid. Areas P1 and P2 serve as both short and long-term parking options while there is also a dedicated long-stay car park serviced by a free shuttle bus service to the terminals. The airport’s Parking Express area is designated for passenger drop-offs and pick-ups.
Airport distance from Madrid and other notable surrounding locations
The airport is located in the suburb of Barajas, 17km east of Madrid centre. Being within easy reach of the highway and motorway network connecting all of Madrid’s suburbs, this is a convenient destination for onward transfers to towns such as Aranjuez, 58km to the south, Fuenlabrada, 38km to the south-west, and Guadalajara, 48km to the north-east.
Transport links to Madrid
Madrid Airport is conveniently linked to the city’s underground system, which in turn links up with the city’s mainline railway stations at Atocha and Chamartin, which provide onward connections to all major cities around the country. It takes around 45 minutes to travel from the airport to the city centre by underground.
Conference and other business facilities at Madrid Airport
Business passengers are well catered for at Madrid Airport, with VIP lounges available for use in all four terminals. A business and conference centre located in terminal two provides all the necessary audio-visual equipment, internet connections and facilities for pre-flight meetings and there are an additional five meeting rooms which can be hired in advance.
Profile of the local area
Flights to Madrid are ideal for anyone looking for a lively and exciting weekend in a bustling European capital brimming with culture, historical attractions, fine dining, non-stop shopping and great entertainment. The Prado Art Gallery and museum, the Retiro Park and the Royal Palace are just a few of the major landmarks but the best way to enjoy Madrid is to immerse yourself in the vibrancy of everyday life, sampling the regional tapas and perhaps joining the locals for a stroll along the city’s avenues at sunset.