Flying from Madrid Airport (MAD) to Phoenix Sky Harbour Airport (PHX): what you need to know
Phoenix's timezone is UTC-7, making Phoenix eight hours behind Madrid.
To ensure you catch your MAD to PHX flight, leave enough time to navigate the airport and find your gate. Turning up two hours before international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the general travel rule.
You'll likely experience longer lines in popular months such as July. Arriving up to four hours in advance for an international flight and two hours for a domestic departure will help ensure a smooth travel experience.
If you'd like to split up your journey, simply deselect 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Madrid Airport to Phoenix Sky Harbour Airport. Here are the most popular stopovers between MAD and PHX:
Dallas Fort Worth International Airport
Charlotte Douglas Airport
London Heathrow Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Madrid Airport (MAD) to Phoenix Sky Harbour Airport (PHX)
At the moment, ج.م. 20,134 is the lowest price we've found for a one-way Madrid Airport to Phoenix Sky Harbour Airport flight. The best price for a return plane ticket is ج.م. 36,955. Remember that fares could change due to demand when booking.
It's usually smart to book early if you're looking for cheap tickets from MAD to PHX. That's because flight prices are based on demand, which tends to increase closer to departure.
If you can be flexible with your trip dates, use the 'Whole month' tool. It'll find the cheapest price across the month when searching for your flight from Madrid Airport to Phoenix Sky Harbour Airport.
You don't need to check back in every day to see if fares have gone down when you set up a Price Alert. We'll update you as soon as there's a better deal on cheap flights from MAD to PHX.
Choose your ideal departure and arrival times, airlines and number of stops with the filters. Alternatively, sort your results by 'Cheapest' to find the best deals on flights from Madrid Airport to Phoenix Sky Harbour Airport.
Handy information about Madrid Airport (MAD)
When it comes to the on-time performance of Madrid Airport, 77% of flights stick to their scheduled arrival time.
To reach Madrid Airport from central Madrid, it takes about 20 minutes if you're going by car. This depends on traffic though. It's approximately 13 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
Taking public transport? You can expect a journey time of around 30 minutes.
Catching an early flight from Madrid Airport to Phoenix Sky Harbour Airport? Avoid the last-minute rush to the terminal (and catch some extra z's) by picking one of these stays close to MAD:
Arriving at Phoenix Sky Harbour Airport (PHX)
If you're getting in on a late Madrid Airport to Phoenix Sky Harbour Airport flight, few things top the convenience of being close to the terminal. Grab your bags from the carousel and then be resting not long after at one of these hotels near PHX:
Pick up a Phoenix Sky Harbour Airport rental car and explore Phoenix and beyond with your own set of wheels. Europcar, Dollar and Thrifty are popular providers to choose from here.
Booking your vehicle from Phoenix Sky Harbour Airport about one week ahead can help you get the lowest rate.
When to fly to Phoenix Sky Harbour Airport (PHX)
The quietest month for a flight from Madrid Airport to Phoenix Sky Harbour Airport is March, while April is the most popular. Choose the ideal time to go to Phoenix based on whether you prefer a bustling atmosphere or a more laid-back vibe.
The warmest month in Phoenix is July, with the temperature ranging between 27ºC and 45ºC. Lock in your flights from Madrid Airport to Phoenix Sky Harbour Airport in this month if you enjoy this type of weather.
For cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from MAD to PHX in January. Temperatures average between 4ºC and 21ºC then.
Explore more of the United States
Phoenix is always a good idea, but there are so many other parts of the United States you'll want to see. About 483 kilometres west of Phoenix, a trip to San Diego will keep your itinerary packed. Start with attractions like San Diego Zoo, San Diego Balboa Park and USS Midway Museum.
Around 418 kilometres north-west of Phoenix, Las Vegas is another essential stop in the United States. Get a taste of what this destination has to offer at Ciudad del Pecado o Las Vegas, Las Vegas Strip and Fountains of Bellagio.
