Flying from Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport (MAD) to Zadar Airport (ZAD): what you need to know
Zadar's timezone is UTC+1, which is the same as Madrid.
For a stress-free journey, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This will give you enough time to catch your MAD to ZAD flight.
Flying during a peak time such as July? Public holidays and other high seasons can lead to longer lines and delays at check-in and security. Be extra cautious and arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
We make it easy to book a flight with a stopover. To see all your options for tickets from Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport to Zadar Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, choose a flight that has a stop long enough to visit the city of your choice. Popular stopovers between MAD and ZAD include:
Toulouse-Blagnac Airport
Barcelona-El Prat Airport
Bordeaux Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport (MAD) to Zadar Airport (ZAD)
ر.ق. 250 is the lowest price for a one-way Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport to Zadar Airport flight. Return flights start at ر.ق. 524. These fares may change based on demand.
To get your hands on cheap tickets from MAD to ZAD, book as early as you can. Airlines tend to offer their most competitively priced fares when flights are first made available.
Finding cheap flights from Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport to Zadar Airport is more likely if you're flexible with your dates. Use the 'Whole month' search tool to see the lowest fares throughout the month and snap up a great deal.
Cut down on the time spent looking for cheap flights from MAD to ZAD by creating a Price Alert. You'll get an email or push notification on the app when a new low fare is offered.
Tailor your flights using filters. Pick your departure and arrival times, total journey duration and airlines. You can also sort results by 'Best,' 'Fastest' or 'Cheapest' flights from Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport to Zadar Airport.
Handy information about Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport (MAD)
When it comes to the on-time performance of Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport, data shows 78.23% of flights meet their scheduled arrival time.
Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport is around 18 kilometres from central Madrid. If you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab from the centre, it'll take you 25 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic.
Catching public transport? Expect a journey time of around 35 minutes.
Looking for a convenient hotel near MAD? If you're catching an early flight from Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport to Zadar Airport, these stays will have you moments from your check-in counter:
Arriving at Zadar Airport (ZAD)
Consider booking a hotel close to ZAD if you're on a late Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport to Zadar Airport flight. Check in to one of these accommodation options and skip the long transfer after landing:
Explore without limits with a Zadar Airport rental car. Book your wheels from AVIA Rent, Surprice or Carwiz and venture far and wide through Zadar and beyond.
Booking your vehicle from Zadar Airport about one week in advance gives you the best chance of locking in a great deal.
Getting from Zadar Airport (ZAD) to central Zadar
Zadar Airport to the centre of Zadar has a drive time of about 20 minutes. It's approximately 13 kilometres away.
When to fly to Zadar Airport (ZAD)
The quietest month for a flight from Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport to Zadar Airport is February, while August is the most popular. Pick the ideal time to go to Zadar based on whether you prefer a more relaxed vibe or a faster pace.
Book your flight from Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport to Zadar Airport for August if you'd like to explore Zadar during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures of between 19ºC and 30ºC.
If you want cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from MAD to ZAD in January. Average temperatures are between 0ºC and 11ºC then.
Explore more of Croatia
Zagreb is just one of the many places in Croatia waiting to be discovered after you've seen Zadar. Around 193 kilometres away to the north, well-known attractions include Zagreb Cathedral, Ban Jelacic Square and Museum of Broken Relationships.
Split is another sought-after destination in Croatia and is around 121 kilometres south-east of Zadar. No trip is complete without dropping by Diocletian's Palace, Marjan Hill Stairs and Riva Harbour.
