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Adolfo Suárez Madrid–Barajas Airport (MAD) Online Check-in
Spain's busiest airport and Iberia's main hub. Four terminals (T1, T2, T3, T4) with T4 being modern and dedicated to Iberia and OneWorld; T4S handles long-haul.
Now at Adolfo Suárez Madrid–Barajas Airport
- Security wait (today, avg) 18 min
- Disruption No reported disruption
- Weather impact Clear, 14 °C
Quick information
Airlines we cover at Adolfo Suárez Madrid–Barajas Airport
Adolfo Suárez Madrid–Barajas Airport hosts about 70 airlines in total. We have terminal-specific check-in pages for the 1 listed below. Pick yours to see counters, bag-drop, and online check-in details.
How to check in for a flight from Adolfo Suárez Madrid–Barajas Airport
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Check in online before you leave home
Most airlines open online check-in 24–48 hours before departure. It saves time at the airport and avoids airport-counter fees on low-cost carriers.
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Arrive at the right terminal
MAD has 5 terminal(s). Check your airline's terminal in the table above before you set off.
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Drop off checked baggage
Counters typically open 2 hours before departure and close 40 minutes before. Use self-service bag-drop kiosks to save time.
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Pass security
Liquids must be in a single transparent bag, max 100 ml each. Laptops and large electronics out of bags. Submit your security wait time below to help others.
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Reach your gate on time
Most airlines close the gate 20 minutes before departure. Allow 5–15 minutes to walk from security to the gate.
Tips for Adolfo Suárez Madrid–Barajas Airport
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T4S long-haul is far from T4
Iberia's T4S satellite handles long-haul. There's a free underground people-mover from T4, but allow 20+ minutes including the train ride. Sign-posted as 'T4S' from gates.
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Metro is cheapest, but slow on arrival
€5 single ticket to most central stations. The journey is 30+ minutes including a train change. Express bus 203 is faster (€5) and runs 24/7.
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Free rapid Wi-Fi everywhere
Connect to 'AENA WiFi' — free, no time limit. The signal is strong throughout T4.
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Frequently asked questions
Which terminal does Iberia use at MAD?
Iberia uses T4 and T4S (the long-haul satellite). British Airways and other OneWorld members also use T4. Allow 20 minutes between T4 and T4S via the underground train.
How far is Madrid Airport from the city?
13 km — 12 minutes by metro line 8, 25 minutes by taxi (€33 flat rate), 30 minutes by Cercanías regional train.
Is there a free Wi-Fi at Madrid Airport?
Yes — AENA WiFi is free with no time limit and reasonable speeds throughout all four terminals.
Official sources
The check-in details on this page are sourced from each airline's website. For terminal layout, opening hours, and ground-side services, see the Adolfo Suárez Madrid–Barajas Airport official site below.
- aena.es — Official Adolfo Suárez Madrid–Barajas Airport website (terminal maps, parking, ground transport).
- Wikipedia: Adolfo Suárez Madrid–Barajas Airport — Editorial overview, history, statistics.
- FlightRadar24: MAD live data — Live flight arrivals, departures, and delays.
- gov.uk travel advice — Up-to-date entry requirements and security guidance for Spain.