Madrid to Amsterdam (MAD–AMS) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections
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No scheduled airline flights on this route — it's flown by charter / private operators (). No nonstop flights on this route. connecting options below.
Most recently operated nonstop flights — the month shown is when each was last scheduled. Most destinations remain reachable with a connection.
No discontinued nonstop flights on record for this route.
MAD–AMS is served by 4 airlines with nonstop service. KLM, Iberia and Air Europa lead the route. The flight covers 906 miles in approximately 2h 35m. Beyond nonstop, 1-stop connecting options are also available.
Airline Landscape
| Airline | Freq/wk | Aircraft | Duration | Dep OTP | Alliance | Codeshares |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| KL KLM Also: 6E, AR, BT, CI, G3, GA, KQ, MF, MU, SK | 42 | 32Q, 73H, 787 | 2h25-2h35 | – | SkyTeam | 6E, AR, BT, CI, G3, GA, KQ, MF, MU, SK |
| IB Iberia Also: BT, LA, VY | 39 | 319, 32A, CRK | 1h10-2h40 | – | Oneworld | BT, LA, VY |
| UX Air Europa Also: AM, CI, EY, GA, JU, KQ, MF, MU | 28 | 32Q, 7M8 | 2h30-2h40 | – | SkyTeam | AM, CI, EY, GA, JU, KQ, MF, MU |
| EK Emirates | 1 | 77X | 2h25 | – | – | – |
Weekly Schedule Pattern
Connection Landscape
Other ways to reach Amsterdam from Madrid
| Metric | MAD→AMS | VLC→AMS | BIO→AMS |
|---|---|---|---|
| Distance from MAD | – | 178 mi | 197 mi |
| Nonstop airlines | 4 | 11 | 6 |
| Weekly flights | 368 | 151 | 83 |
| Flight time | 2h 35m | 2h 20m | 2h |
Travel Essentials
MAD: CEST · AMS: CEST
When it's 6:00 PM in Madrid, it's 6:00 PM in Amsterdam.
Spanish passport holders enter the Netherlands freely as EU and Schengen citizens. There is no border control on flights from Spain. A valid Spanish passport or national ID card is all you need. No visa, registration, or advance paperwork is required for any length of stay.
If you plan to stay longer than 4 months, register with the local municipality (gemeente) to get a BSN (citizen service number). This is required for opening bank accounts, signing rental contracts, and accessing healthcare. Registration is free and done in person at the gemeente office. Book the appointment online because wait times can stretch to several weeks in Amsterdam.
Metro Line 8 runs from Nuevos Ministerios (central Madrid) to T1/T2/T3 in 12–15 minutes (€6, including the airport supplement). T4 requires an additional free shuttle from T2; add 10 minutes. The Cercanías commuter train (Line C-1) reaches T4 from Atocha station in 25 minutes (€2.60, no supplement).Taxis have a fixed fare of €30 from central Madrid zones. The ride is typically 20–35 minutes depending on traffic. Avenida de América bus hub serves several airport bus routes (€5).
Trains depart directly from inside the terminal (Schiphol Plaza) to Amsterdam Centraal every 10–15 minutes (15 min, €5.70). Direct intercity trains also serve Rotterdam, The Hague, Utrecht, and Eindhoven without requiring transfers. NS Hispeed connects to Brussels (1h 50m) and Paris CDG (3h 20m).
Taxis use a meter; Amsterdam Centraal costs €35–50. Ride-hail apps (Uber, Bolt) are cheaper at €25–40. Car rental agencies are at the terminal. Bus 397 to Leidseplein is the budget option (€5.50).
Temperate maritime climate, mild and frequently overcast year-round. Winters are cold (0–7°C) with regular rain and occasional snow or freezing fog. AMS handles de-icing efficiently but heavy snowfall (rare) causes cascading delays across the network. Fog is the primary winter disruption risk, particularly November through February.
Summers are warm (17–24°C) with long days and moderate rain. Thunderstorms in July–August cause brief but sharp delays. Strong crosswinds from the North Sea affect small aircraft year-round. Pack a waterproof layer regardless of season.
MAD–AMS Quick Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
Flights from MAD to AMS
Adolfo Suárez Madrid–Barajas Airport (MAD) and Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS) are connected by nonstop service from KLM, Iberia, Air Europa and Emirates. With 368 weekly departures, this is a heavily served route.
MAD to AMS Flight Duration and Schedule
Nonstop flight time from MAD to AMS is about 2 hours 35 minutes gate to gate. The route covers a distance of 906 miles (1,459 km). There are approximately 368 weekly flights outbound and 408 return, totaling 776 flights per week in both directions.
Connecting Options and Alternatives
1-stop connecting options are also available, commonly via Brussels, London Stansted and Charles de Gaulle. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs. Nearby alternative airports include Valencia (VLC) and Bilbao (BIO).