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    Adolfo Suárez Madrid–Barajas Airport
    IATA Code: MAD

    Adolfo Suárez Madrid–Barajas Airport

    Adolfo Suárez Madrid-Barajas Airport Sits 13 km Northeast of Puerta del Sol and Is the Busiest in Spain, with 68.1 Million Passengers in 2025. Its Four Terminals Stand in Two Separate Groups

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    Airport Data Sheet
    MAD
    IATA / ICAOMAD / LEMD
    ServesMadrid, Spain
    Coordinates40.4934° N, 3.5722° W
    Elevation1998 ft
    Number of Terminals4 Terminals Plus T4S
    Airport Opening HoursOpen 24 Hours
    Recommended Arrival Time2 h, More If Changing Terminal
    Official Websiteaena.es
    // Airport Data

    Adolfo Suárez Madrid–Barajas Airport at a Glance

    T1, T2 and T3 Form One Connected Building You Can Walk through. T4 and Its Satellite T4S Stand Apart from That Group and about 2 km from Each Other. A Free Transit Bus Links All Four Terminals Landside around the Clock, and an Automated People Mover Joins T4 to T4S Airside in about 5 Minutes

    IATA MAD · ICAO LEMD · Elev 1998 ft
    // Connectivity

    Is There Free WiFi at Adolfo Suárez Madrid–Barajas Airport?

    Yes. Join the Airport Free Wifi Aena Network, Then Sign in on the Welcome Portal with an Email Address or an Aena Club Account. You Have 15 Minutes of Free Access to Confirm the Verification Email; Once the Account Is Verified There Is No Time Limit

    Where Can I Buy a SIM Card at Adolfo Suárez Madrid–Barajas Airport?

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    Airport WiFi

    Connection SpeedSlow / Unstable
    CostFree, Often Time-Limited
    Activation TimeLogin / Ads / Forms
    Documents NeededYes (eMail / ID / Login)
    CoverageOnly inside Airport
    SecurityPublic Network (Risk)
    Can Be Set Up before You FlyNo
    Local Phone NumberNo
    Can Pay in CashNot Applicable
    Where You Get ItAt the Terminal, Once You Land

    Local SIM Card

    Connection SpeedFast 4G/5G Speeds
    CostCounter Price, Varies by Desk
    Activation TimeQueue and Paperwork at the Desk
    Documents NeededPassport Often Required
    CoverageWorks across Entire Country
    SecurityPrivate Secure Connection
    Can Be Set Up before You FlyNo
    Local Phone NumberYes
    Can Pay in CashYes
    Where You Get ItA Desk or Kiosk in the Terminal

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    Connection SpeedFast, Depends on Your Plan
    CostYour Operator Rate, Can Be High
    Activation TimeInstant Connection
    Documents NeededNone
    CoverageWorks across Entire Country
    SecurityPrivate Secure Connection
    Can Be Set Up before You FlyYes
    Local Phone NumberKeeps Your Own Number
    Can Pay in CashNo
    Where You Get ItAlready Active on Your Phone

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    Activation TimeInstant Connection
    Documents NeededNone
    CoverageWorks across Entire Country
    SecurityPrivate Secure Connection
    Can Be Set Up before You FlyYes
    Local Phone NumberOn Selected Plans
    Can Pay in CashNo
    Where You Get ItOnline, before You Leave Home
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    // FAQ

    FAQs about Internet at Adolfo Suárez Madrid–Barajas Airport

    Everything You Need to Know about Getting Online at Adolfo Suárez Madrid–Barajas Airport

    In Most Cases, Yes. eSIM Mobile Data Is Usually Faster, More Stable, and More Secure than Crowded Public WiFi at Adolfo Suárez Madrid–Barajas Airport, Especially during Peak Travel Hours
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    Yes. Once Your eSIM Is Installed, Your Mobile Data Starts Working as Soon as You Land and Connect to a Local Network
    Most Travelers Are Comfortable with 1GB to 5GB for Navigation, Ride Apps, Messaging, and Light Browsing during the First Days after Arrival
    Yes. Most Dual-SIM Phones Allow You to Keep Your Regular SIM for Calls and SMS While Using eSIM for Mobile Data
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    // Terminal Guide

    First Time at Adolfo Suárez Madrid–Barajas Airport? Here’s What You Should Know

    Number of TerminalsF1
    4 Terminals Plus T4S
    T1, T2, T3 and T4 Handle Passengers. T4S Is a Satellite of T4, Reached Only from T4 by the Automated People Mover, after Security
    MAD · Terminal Guide · F1
    Terminal LayoutF2
    T1-T2-T3, Then T4 and T4S
    T1, T2 and T3 Are Joined and Walkable. T4 and T4S Sit Apart from Them and about 2 km from One Another, on the Far Side of the Airfield
    MAD · Terminal Guide · F2
    Transfers between TerminalsF3
    Free Bus and the T4 Mover
    The Free Transit Bus Links T1-T2-T3-T4 24 Hours a Day, Every 5 min from 06:00 to 22:00 and Every 20 min Overnight. T4 to T4S Is Airside Only
    MAD · Terminal Guide · F3
    Airport Opening HoursF4
    Open 24 Hours
    The Terminals Stay Open around the Clock. Shops, Restaurants, the Exchange Counters and the Left-Luggage Offices All Keep Shorter Hours
    MAD · Terminal Guide · F4
    Check-In and Security HoursF5
    Set by Each Airline
    Aena Publishes No Airport-Wide Check-In Hours. Iberia, the Largest Operator, Shuts Bag Drop 45 min before Departure, and 55 min from T4S
    MAD · Terminal Guide · F5
    Recommended Arrival TimeF6
    2 h, More If Changing Terminal
    Aena Asks Passengers Using Its Assistance Service to Be at a Meeting Point 2 Hours before Departure. Allow for the Terminal Bus on Top of That
    MAD · Terminal Guide · F6
    // Airport Parking

    Where Can I Park at Adolfo Suárez Madrid–Barajas Airport?

    See Practical Airport Parking Options, Walking Time to Terminals, Typical Price Guidance, and Booking Tips before You Drive to the Airport

    Parking Options
    9 Available
    Booking Advice
    Pre-Book Online
    Parking Ticket

    P1, Terminal T1

    Walk Time to Terminal
    2 min to Terminal T1
    Location
    Beside Terminal T1, with Immediate Access to Arrivals and Departures
    Best For
    Stays under 4 Days, Drop-Offs and Pickups

    Open Air with Covered Bays and 2.10 m of Headroom, Plus an Area for Vehicles over the Clearance Limit. Charged by the Minute

    MAD · P1 · P1, Terminal T1
    Parking Ticket

    P2, Terminals T2 and T3

    Walk Time to Terminal
    2 min to Terminal T2
    Location
    Enclosed Building Next to Terminal T2, Car Park Office on Floor 1
    Best For
    Stays under 4 Days, Drop-Offs and Pickups

    Roofed Bays with 2.10 m of Headroom, Automatic Pay Stations, Number-Plate Payment and Electric Vehicle Chargers. Charged by the Minute

    MAD · P2 · P2, Terminals T2 and T3
    Parking Ticket

    P4, Terminal T4

    Walk Time to Terminal
    A Few Metres to Terminal T4
    Location
    Directly under Terminal T4, with Access to Modules A, B, E and F
    Best For
    Stays under 4 Days, Drop-Offs and Pickups

    Indoor, with Free-Space Indicators and 2.20 m of Headroom. Oversized Vehicles Use the Bay between Modules C and D. VíaT Lanes Are Marked

    MAD · P4 · P4, Terminal T4
    Parking Ticket

    Premium Car Park, Terminal T4

    Walk Time to Terminal
    1 min to Terminal T4
    Location
    Modules C and D of P4, with Direct Access to Terminal T4
    Best For
    The Shortest Walk at T4

    Aena Quotes One Minute from the Bay to the Terminal. Electric Vehicle Chargers Are in Module D on Floor 3

    MAD · PR · Premium Car Park, Terminal T4
    Parking Ticket

    Express Car Park, Terminal T1

    Walk Time to Terminal
    Immediate Access to T1 Arrivals
    Location
    Opposite Terminal T1, Next to the Arrivals Area
    Best For
    Dropping Off or Picking Up Passengers

    Open 24 Hours, with Automatic Pay Stations and Adapted Bays. Aena Recommends It for Drop-Offs Rather than for a Stay

    MAD · EX · Express Car Park, Terminal T1
    Parking Ticket

    Long-Stay Car Park, T1-T2-T3

    Walk Time to Terminal
    15 min Microbus to T1, T2 and T3
    Location
    Off-Terminal, Served by a Free Microbus to T1, T2 and T3
    Best For
    Holidays and Long Trips

    Microbus Every 20 min from 06:00 to 01:00, and on Request on 607 564 516 Overnight. 80% of the Bays Are Covered, 2.20 m Headroom

    MAD · LO · Long-Stay Car Park, T1-T2-T3
    Parking Ticket

    Long-Stay Car Park, T4

    Walk Time to Terminal
    15 min Microbus to Terminal T4
    Location
    Off-Terminal, Served by a Free Microbus to T4 Arrivals, Floor 0
    Best For
    Holidays and Long Trips

    Microbus Every 20 min from 06:00 to 01:00, and on Request on 661 133 231 Overnight. Bays Are 4.50 m Long with 2.20 m of Headroom

    MAD · LO · Long-Stay Car Park, T4
    Parking Ticket

    Low-Cost Car Park, T1-T2-T3

    Walk Time to Terminal
    3 min Bus to T1, 5 min to T2 and T3
    Typical Price
    From €3.51 a Day on a 20-Day Booking
    Location
    270 m from the Free Transit Bus Stop, Office Opposite the South Dock
    Best For
    The Cheapest Official Parking at Madrid-Barajas Airport

    Booking Is Compulsory and the Minimum Stay Is 5 Days. 70% of the Bays Are Covered and There Are Electric Vehicle Chargers

    MAD · LO · Low-Cost Car Park, T1-T2-T3
    Parking Ticket

    VIP Car Park, Terminal T1

    Walk Time to Terminal
    No Walk, a Driver Takes the Car
    Location
    Vehicle Handed over at the Terminal T1 Arrivals Door
    Best For
    Valet Handover, Washing and Other Extras

    A Driver Collects the Car at the Terminal Door and Returns It There, 24 Hours a Day, with CCTV Cover and a Staffed Reception

    MAD · VIP · VIP Car Park, Terminal T1

    Aena Publishes No Rate Card for Madrid-Barajas Airport; the Price Is Quoted When You Book. Aena Club Members Get 5-25% Off a Pre-Booked Stay, and a Booking Has Two Courtesy Hours at the End

    // Airport Lounges

    What Facilities Does Adolfo Suárez Madrid–Barajas Airport Have?

    Lounges at Adolfo Suárez Madrid–Barajas Airport

    Access Key — Who Gets in, Stated Once
    Airline & Status× 3

    Aena VIP Lounge, Sold Online or at the Door; Domestic and Schengen Flights

    Airline & Status× 2

    Aena VIP Lounge, Sold Online or at the Door; Non-Schengen Flights with a T4S Boarding Pass Only

    Airline & Status× 1

    Aena VIP Lounge, Sold Online or at the Door; Non-Schengen Flights with a T1 Boarding Pass Only

    Airline & Status× 1

    Aena Premium Lounge, Bought Separately; a Stay Runs to Four Hours

    Airline & Status× 1

    Aena VIP Lounge, Sold Online or at the Door; Terminal T4 Boarding Pass

    Cibeles VIP Lounge

    Terminal T1 · Floor 2, Boarding Area
    CateringWi-FiShowersWork AreasRest AreaTerraceNursing Room
    MAD · Pass 01 · Open 24 Hours

    The T1 Non-Schengen Lounge, and the Only One Here with a Terrace

    Altitude Lounge

    Terminal T1 · Floor 2
    Assisted BuffetPremium BarTable ServiceShowersRelax AreaTerrace
    MAD · Pass 02 · Open 24 Hours

    Aena's Premium Tier: Hosted, with a Barista and Signature Menus

    Puerta de Alcalá VIP Lounge

    Terminal T2 · Boarding Area
    CateringWi-FiShowersWork AreasRest AreaTelevisionPrinter
    MAD · Pass 03 · Open 24 Hours

    The Only Lounge in T2, and Open around the Clock

    Puerta del Sol VIP Lounge

    Terminal T3 · Floor 2, Boarding Area
    CateringWi-FiShowersWork AreasMeeting RoomRest AreaTelevision
    MAD · Pass 04 · Daily 04:30-21:30

    The Only MAD Lounge That Closes Overnight, and the Only One in T3

    Plaza Mayor VIP Lounge

    Terminal T4 · Floor 1, Boarding Area
    CateringWi-FiShowersWork AreasTelevisionPrinterLeft Luggage
    MAD · Pass 05 · Daily 05:00-00:00

    The Schengen Lounge in T4, One Floor below Retiro

    Retiro VIP Lounge

    Terminal T4 · Floor 2, Boarding Area
    CateringWi-FiShowersWork AreasNursing RoomDigital Press
    MAD · Pass 06 · Daily 05:00-00:00

    The Upper T4 Lounge, above Plaza Mayor

    Neptuno VIP Lounge

    Terminal T4 Satellite · Floor 2, Boarding Area
    CateringWi-FiShowersMeeting RoomChildren's AreaRest Area
    MAD · Pass 07 · Open 24 Hours

    The Long-Haul Lounge at T4S, and the One with a Children's Area

    Gran Vía VIP Lounge

    Terminal T4 Satellite · Floor 0, by Gates S127 and S128
    CateringWi-FiShowersWork AreasNursing RoomDigital Press
    MAD · Pass 08 · Daily 05:00-00:00

    The Newest Lounge at Madrid-Barajas Airport, on the Ground Floor of the Satellite

    // Passenger Facilities

    Lounges, Food, ATMs and Storage

    Check Practical Terminal Services While Waiting, Arriving or Departing: Food, ATMs, Storage, Charging, Accessibility Support and More

    CaixaBank, Euro Automatic Cash and Euronet Machines Are Spread across T1, T2, T3, T4 and T4S, in Both the Check-In Halls and the Boarding Areas
    Global Exchange Has Counters in T1, T3, T4 and T4S. The T1 Baggage Hall Opens 05:00 to 23:00 and the T4 Hall 05:30 to 23:25; the Boarding-Area Desks Close Earlier
    Left-Luggage Offices Sit in T1 by Hall 2, in the T2 Public Zone and in the T4 Arrivals Hall. Two Hours Costs €10 an Item and 24 Hours €17, with Everything X-Rayed
    Aena Takes Lost Property through an Online Form per Airport, and Answers within about 72 Hours. Anything Left on the Aircraft or Missing from the Hold Is the Airline's
    Restaurants, Cafés and Fast Food Run through All Four Terminals, Landside and Airside, and T4 Has the Widest Choice. There Is Also a Food Truck in the T4 Outdoor Area
    Duty Free and Travel Retail Run through the Boarding Areas of Every Terminal, with the Largest Concentration in T4 and T4S, Where the Long-Haul Flights Leave From
    Battery Charging Points Are Spread across the Terminals, and the Rest Areas at T1, T4 and T4S Boarding Gates Combine Seating with Power. The T4 Outdoor Area Has Them Too
    T2 Has a Children's Area and an Infant Room with Cots on the Boarding Level, T4 Has Play Areas and Nursing Toilets, and Every Terminal Runs a Priority Security Lane for Families
    Smoking Is Not Allowed inside the Terminals. T4 Has a Free 500 m² Outdoor Area Off Baggage Hall 10, with a Food Truck and Charging Points, Reachable before You Collect Your Bags
    Aena's Free Barrier Free Service Has Signed Meeting Points in Every Terminal, the Car Parks and the Bus Station. Request It 48 Hours Ahead and Be There 2 Hours before Departure

    Facilities Are Not Mirrored between the Two Terminal Groups. Check Whether Yours Is in the T1-T2-T3 Building or in T4 and T4S before You Count on It, Because the Transfer Is a Bus Ride, Not a Walk

    // Overnight Stay

    Where Can I Sleep at Adolfo Suárez Madrid–Barajas Airport?

    Find On-Airport and Nearby Hotel Options, How to Reach Them from Arrivals, Expected Nightly Rates, and Practical Booking Tips for Late Arrivals or Early Departures

    Hotels Nearby
    3 Available
    Inside the TerminalMAD · H1

    Aerotel Madrid by Plaza Premium

    How to Reach
    Walk Down One Level from T4 Arrivals
    Location
    Terminal T4, Floor -1, between the Metro Station and the Rental Desks
    Best For
    Early T4 Departures and Long Layovers

    22 Cabins with Private Showers, a Meeting Room and a Restaurant. Open 24 Hours, Landside, Sold by the Hour or Overnight

    Inside the TerminalMAD · H2

    GettSleep Sleeping Pods

    How to Reach
    Airside at T4S, so You Stay past Security
    Location
    Terminal T4 Satellite, Floor 1, in the Departures Area
    Best For
    Layovers without Clearing Passport Control

    32 Capsules on Two Levels, Single, Double or Suite, from a 3-Hour Minimum and from €57. Showers and a Coworking Area on Site

    Near AirportMAD · H3

    Meliá Madrid Barajas

    How to Reach
    Complimentary Hotel Airport Shuttle
    Location
    Avenida de Logroño 305, 2.5 km from the Airport and Next to IFEMA
    Best For
    A Full Hotel Room Rather than a Cabin

    Check-In from 15:00 and Check-Out at 12:00, with an Outdoor Pool and 14 Meeting Rooms. The City Centre Is 12 km Away

    Madrid-Barajas Airport Has Two Sleeping Options inside the Airport and Both Are at T4: Aerotel Landside on Floor -1, and GettSleep Airside in the Satellite. Neither Is at T1, T2 or T3

    // City Transfer

    How Do I Get from Adolfo Suárez Madrid–Barajas Airport to Madrid?

    Bus & Train at Adolfo Suárez Madrid–Barajas Airport

    See Exact Route Options, Departure Points, Schedule Windows and Ticket Tips for Getting to the Center after Landing

    Bus Connection

    203

    Exprés Aeropuerto 203, Atocha-Cibeles-Airport

    30 min to T1, 40 min to T4
    Departure Stop
    T1 and T2 Arrivals and Departures, and T4 Arrivals, Floor 0
    Arrival Stop
    Plaza de Cibeles and Atocha Interchange, Central Madrid
    Schedule
    Every 15-20 min by Day, Every 35 min Overnight · Airport End 24 Hours; Atocha 06:00-23:30, Cibeles 00:00-05:40
    Ticket
    Flat €5 Whatever the Distance; Cash, Card or Phone, Max Change €20

    Overnight the Route Runs from Cibeles Rather than Atocha. Ticket Machines Stand at the Atocha Interchange and outside T1, T2 and T4, and You Scan the QR Code on Board

    MAD · 203 · Exprés Aeropuerto 203, Atocha-Cibeles-Airport
    200

    EMT 200, Avenida de América-Airport

    Departure Stop
    T1, T2 and T3 Arrivals and Departures, and T4 Arrivals
    Arrival Stop
    Avenida de América Interchange, Madrid
    Schedule
    Every 10-20 min · Daily 05:00-23:30 Inbound, 05:10-23:30 from the Airport
    Ticket
    EMT Single €1.50, or a 10-Trip Metrobús for €6.10; Multi Card €2.50

    The Cheapest Way into Town and the Only City Bus That Serves All Four Terminals. Avenida de América Interchange Puts You on Metro Lines 4, 6, 7 and 9

    MAD · 200 · EMT 200, Avenida de América-Airport
    101

    EMT 101, Canillejas-Barajas Airport

    Departure Stop
    T1 and T2 Arrivals and Departures, Floors 0 and 1
    Arrival Stop
    Canillejas Interchange, Eastern Madrid
    Schedule
    Every 16-27 min · Mon-Sat 06:00-23:45, Sun and Holidays from 07:30
    Ticket
    EMT Single €1.50, or a 10-Trip Metrobús for €6.10; Multi Card €2.50

    A Local Route Rather than a City-Centre Link. It Ends at Canillejas, Where Metro Line 5 Takes over, and It Does Not Serve T4

    MAD · 101 · EMT 101, Canillejas-Barajas Airport

    Train Connection

    8

    Metro Line 8, Nuevos Ministerios-Aeropuerto T4

    Departure Stop
    Aeropuerto T1-T2-T3 in T2, Floor 1, or Aeropuerto T4, Floor -1
    Arrival Stop
    Nuevos Ministerios, Central Madrid
    Schedule
    Daily 06:05-02:00, Last Train 01:33 from Each Terminus
    Ticket
    Metro Single €1.50-2 Plus a €3 Airport Supplement; Multi Card €2.50

    Line 8 Reaches Nuevos Ministerios in Seven Stops and Meets Cercanías Rail There. The €3 Airport Supplement Is Charged to Enter or Leave Either Airport Station, in Both Directions

    MAD · 8 · Metro Line 8, Nuevos Ministerios-Aeropuerto T4
    1

    Cercanías C-1, Aeropuerto T4-Chamartín-Atocha

    18 min to Chamartín, 32 to Atocha
    Departure Stop
    Aeropuerto T4 Station, Terminal T4, Floor -1
    Arrival Stop
    Chamartín, Nuevos Ministerios, Recoletos and Atocha
    Schedule
    Every 15 min on Weekdays · Weekday Departures from T4, 05:46 to 00:01
    Ticket
    Cercanías Single €1.70 for 1-2 Zones; Free with a Connecting AVE Ticket

    The Only Rail Platform at Madrid-Barajas Airport Is under T4, so from T1, T2 or T3 You Take the Free Transit Bus First. Trains Call at Valdebebas and Fuente de la Mora, Then Run through to Príncipe Pío

    MAD · 1 · Cercanías C-1, Aeropuerto T4-Chamartín-Atocha
    // Ground Transport

    Taxi, Ride Apps and Car Rental

    Compare the Main Door-To-Door Options after Landing, Including Official Taxi Pickup Points, Ride-Hailing Availability and On-Airport Rental Counters

    Taxi Fare
    33 €
    Ride Apps
    Uber, Cabify, Bolt
    Rental Companies
    7 Available

    Regular Taxi

    Official Operators
    Madrid Licensed Taxis, White with a Red Stripe
    Pickup Point
    Signed Taxi Ranks outside Arrivals at T1, T2 and T4, Floor 0

    Ride Apps

    Uber
    Terminals T1, T2 and T4
    PricingQuoted in the App before You Book
    Pickup PointP1 Car Park, the T2 Express Car Park Arrivals Level, or P4 Module D, Floor 4
    NotesAena's Own Instruction Is to Request the Car Once You Have Landed, Then Walk to the Signed Pickup Area in the Car Park for Your Terminal
    MAD · Ride Hail · Uber
    Cabify
    Terminals T1, T2 and T4
    PricingQuoted in the App before You Book
    Pickup PointP1 Car Park, the T2 Express Car Park Arrivals Level, or P4 Module D, Floor 4
    NotesAena Directs Cabify Passengers to the Same Set Pickup Points, Where the Driver Waits Rather than Circling the Terminal Kerb
    MAD · Ride Hail · Cabify
    Bolt
    Terminals T1, T2 and T4
    PricingQuoted in the App before You Book
    Pickup PointP1 Car Park, the T2 Express Car Park Arrivals Level, or P4 Module D, Floor 4
    NotesBolt Uses the Three Airport Pickup Zones Aena Lists for Every Ride-Hailing App, so the Walk Is the Same Whichever You Open
    MAD · Ride Hail · Bolt

    Car Rental

    Avis
    Desk Location
    Terminal T1, Floor 0 and Terminal T4, Floor -1
    Vehicle Pickup
    Car Park P1, Floor 0 and Car Park P4 Module B, Floor 0
    MAD · Rental Desk · Avis
    Enterprise Rent-A-Car
    Desk Location
    Terminal T1, Floor 0 and Terminal T4, Floor -1
    Vehicle Pickup
    Car Park P1, Floor 0 and Car Park P4 Module A, Floor 0
    MAD · Rental Desk · Enterprise Rent-A-Car
    Europcar-InterRent
    Desk Location
    Terminal T1, Floor 0 and Terminal T4, Floor -1
    Vehicle Pickup
    Car Park P1, Floor 0 and Car Park P4 Module C, Floor 0
    MAD · Rental Desk · Europcar-InterRent
    Goldcar-InterRent
    Desk Location
    Terminal T1, Floor 0 and Terminal T4, Floor -1
    Vehicle Pickup
    Car Park P1, Floor 0 and Car Park P4 Module A, Floor 0
    MAD · Rental Desk · Goldcar-InterRent
    Hertz-Firefly
    Desk Location
    Terminal T1, Floor 0 and Terminal T4, Floor -1
    Vehicle Pickup
    Car Park P1, Floor 0 and Car Park P4 Module B, Floor 0
    MAD · Rental Desk · Hertz-Firefly
    OK Mobility
    Desk Location
    Terminal T1, Floor 0 and Terminal T4, Floor -1
    Vehicle Pickup
    Car Park P1, Floor 0 and Car Park P4 Module D, Floor 0
    MAD · Rental Desk · OK Mobility
    Sixt
    Desk Location
    Terminal T1, Floor 0 and Terminal T4, Floor -1
    Vehicle Pickup
    Car Park P1, Floor 0 and Car Park P4 Module C, Floor 0
    MAD · Rental Desk · Sixt

    Aena Lists the Same Seven Brands at T1 and T4, Each with a Desk inside the Terminal and the Cars in the Adjoining Car Park. It Publishes No Counter Opening Hours

    // Airport FAQ

    Frequently Asked Questions about Adolfo Suárez Madrid–Barajas Airport

    Four: T1, T2, T3 and T4. T4 Also Has a Satellite Building, T4S, Which You Can Only Reach from T4 by the Automated People Mover, Once You Are through Security
    Take the Free Transit Bus. It Runs 24 Hours between T1, T2, T3 and T4, Every 5 Minutes from 06:00 to 22:00 and Every 20 Minutes Overnight. T1, T2 and T3 Are Also Walkable
    Metro Line 8 Runs from Both Airport Stations to Nuevos Ministerios, the 203 Express Bus Reaches Atocha for a Flat €5, and Cercanías C-1 Leaves T4 for Chamartín and Atocha
    €33. The Flat Fare Applies 24 Hours a Day between the Airport and Anywhere inside the M-30 Ring Road. Beyond the M-30 the Meter Runs, Starting at €22 for the First 9 km
    Yes, under Terminal T4 Only. Cercanías C-1 Leaves Roughly Every 15 Minutes on Weekdays and Takes 18 Minutes to Chamartín and about 32 to Atocha
    A Single Metro Ticket Is €1.50 to €2, Plus a €3 Airport Supplement Charged to Enter or Leave Either Airport Station. The Multi Card You Load It onto Costs €2.50
    Yes. Join Airport Free Wifi Aena and Sign in with an Email Address or an Aena Club Account. You Get 15 Minutes to Confirm the Verification Email, Then There Is No Limit
    Yes. Left-Luggage Offices Are in T1, T2 and T4. Two Hours Costs €10 per Item and 24 Hours €17. T1 and T4 Open 05:00 to 23:00, T2 07:00 to 22:00
    Yes, at T4. Aerotel Madrid Has 22 Cabins on Floor -1 Landside, Open 24 Hours, and GettSleep Runs 32 Sleeping Capsules Airside in the T4 Satellite
    Yes, If Your Connection Changes Terminal. Aena Says You Leave the International Transit Zone and Enter Spanish Territory, so Allow for Border Control and Security Again
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    Travel Tips & Essential Information for Spain

    Spain is a popular European destination known for historic cities, beaches, regional food, and strong rail connections. Visitors commonly find good tourist infrastructure, widespread card payments, and reliable mobile coverage in cities and along main travel routes.

    Spain AT A GLANCE
    Spain
    LanguageSpanish
    Capital CityMadrid
    CurrencyEuro (EUR)
    Time ZoneCET, CEST
    Emergency112 · 091 · 062 · 080 · 061
    Driving SideRight
    Plug TypeType C and Type F
    Voltage230 V, 50 Hz
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    Official Languages: Spanish

    English is commonly spoken in major tourist areas, larger hotels, airports, and many restaurants, but less so in smaller towns and local businesses. Learning a few basic Spanish phrases is useful.

    Mobile Network: Mobile coverage is generally very good in cities, towns, and along major transport corridors. Rural mountain areas and some islands may have weaker coverage in specific spots.

    Roaming/SIM/eSIM: For short trips, EU visitors can commonly use roaming under their home plan, subject to provider limits. For non EU visitors, a local SIM can be cost effective for longer stays and usually gives good data value. eSIM is often the easiest option for compatible phones because it can be activated before arrival and avoids finding a shop. Check whether your phone is unlocked and compare roaming charges, local prepaid plans, and eSIM data limits before travel.

    Cards are widely accepted in hotels, restaurants, shops, and transport in cities and tourist areas. Carry some cash for small bars, rural areas, local markets, taxis in some places, and small purchases.

    Tipping is modest compared with some countries. Service is usually included in menu prices. It is common to round up the bill, leave small change for coffee or drinks, or leave about 5 to 10 percent in restaurants if service was good. Tipping is not usually expected for every transaction.

    Plug Type: Type C and Type F

    Voltage: 230 V, 50 Hz

    Adapter: Visitors from countries using different plug types or 110 V systems commonly need a plug adapter, and some devices may also need voltage compatibility.

    Spain is generally considered safe for tourists, but petty theft and pickpocketing are common in busy city centers, beaches, nightlife areas, and on public transport, especially in places such as Barcelona and Madrid.

    • Watch bags and phones closely in crowded areas, on metro systems, and at major sights.
    • Do not place wallets or phones on cafe tables or in back pockets.
    • Use official taxis or reputable ride apps where available.
    • Keep a copy of your passport and store the original securely.
    • Be alert around transport hubs, beach promenades, and nightlife districts where theft commonly occurs.
    • If driving, do not leave luggage visible in the car.

    Do

    • Keep valuables secure in crowds and on transport.
    • Validate transport tickets where required and keep them until the end of the journey.
    • Carry photo identification, as hotels require registration and police checks can occur.
    • Book major sights in advance during peak season.
    • Respect local meal times and business hours, including possible afternoon closures in smaller towns.

    Avoid

    • Do not assume dinner is served early everywhere.
    • Do not leave belongings unattended on beaches or cafe terraces.
    • Do not wear beachwear away from the beach in places where it is discouraged or fined.
    • Do not expect all small businesses to accept large banknotes.
    • Do not speak loudly in apartment hallways late at night, especially in residential areas.

    Local Cultural Tips

    • Meal times are often later than in many countries, with lunch commonly from about 2 pm and dinner from about 9 pm onward.
    • In some regions, local identity is strong, so showing respect for regional culture and language is appreciated.
    • A greeting when entering small shops or cafes is polite.
    • Dress is often casual but neat in cities, and modest clothing is expected in churches and religious sites.
    • Noise can be common in lively dining areas and late evenings, but be respectful in residential buildings.
    • Say hello before asking for help in shops or small businesses.
    • Use polite phrases such as please and thank you.
    • Queue properly, though informal crowding can happen at busy bars.
    • Keep your voice lower in hotels, apartment buildings, and on late public transport.
    • At religious sites, dress respectfully and avoid disruptive behavior.
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