If you are flying from Europe to Latin America - especially if you want to avoid traveling through the United States chances are you will either fly out of or change planes in Madrid Barajas. There are some flights from African and Middle Eastern destinations as well, and direct flights to Asian destinations such as Beijing Capital Airport, Seoul Incheon, Bangkok and Tokyo Narita. The airport has 4 terminals, including Terminal 4, a new terminal that has won architectural awards, and might be worth the trip to have a look even if you are not flying.īarajas is the 5th busiest airport in Europe and there are direct flights to most major airports in Europe and the Americas.

It is the main base for Spanish flag carrier Iberia. It is one of the largest airports in Europe and is served by many airlines. It is an important connection point for flights between Europe and Latin America and home base of Spain's flag carrier Iberia as well as Air Europa.īarajas is 13 km from the city center of Madrid. Madrid-Barajas Airport ( MAD IATA) is the main airport of Madrid.

Madrid airport to city center length