Adolfo Suárez Madrid–Barajas Airport (MAD)

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Airport Name: Adolfo Suárez Madrid–Barajas Airport (MAD)
Location: Madrid, Spain
Map: Google Maps Link
Contact Information:
- Phone: +34 913 21 10 00
- Email: [email protected]
- Website: www.aena.es/en/madrid-barajas.html

Founding Year: 1931
Development Timeline:
- 1931: Airport opens
- 1974: Opening of Terminal 1
- 1999: Opening of Terminal 4, designed by architect Richard Rogers
Significant Events:
- 2006: Terminal 4S satellite building opens
- 2014: Airport renamed to honor former Spanish Prime Minister Adolfo Suárez

Passenger Services:
- Lounges: Sala VIP Puerta de Alcalá, Sala VIP Plaza Mayor, Sala VIP Cibeles
- Wi-Fi: Free unlimited Wi-Fi available throughout the airport
- Baggage Services: Lost & Found, baggage wrapping, and storage
Shopping and Dining:
- Shops: Duty-free, luxury brands like Loewe, Hugo Boss, and local Spanish products
- Restaurants: Madrid Duty Free, McDonald’s, Mahou Sports Bar, and more
Transportation:
- Public Transport: Metro Line 8, Cercanías (commuter train), buses
- Car Rentals: Avis, Hertz, Europcar, Sixt
- Parking: Short-term and long-term parking options, valet parking
- Shuttles: Hotel shuttles and city shuttles available
Accessibility: Services for passengers with reduced mobility, accessible restrooms, dedicated assistance teams

Terminal Information:
- Terminal 1: Mainly international flights
- Terminal 2: Schengen area flights
- Terminal 3: Schengen area flights and low-cost airlines
- Terminal 4: Both international and domestic flights, hub for Iberia
- Terminal 4S: Satellite terminal connected to Terminal 4, primarily for international flights
Airport Layout Map: Interactive Map

Airlines: Iberia, Air Europa, Ryanair, American Airlines, Emirates, and many more
Destinations: Over 200 destinations worldwide including New York, Tokyo, Dubai, and Buenos Aires
Flight Status: Real-time Flight Status

Check-In Procedures: Check-in counters open 3 hours before departure; online check-in available
Security: Comprehensive security procedures; separate lines for families and business travelers
Customs and Immigration: Passport control for non-Schengen flights, customs checks for arriving international passengers

On-Site Hotels:
- Air Rooms Madrid Airport by Premium Traveller (Terminal 4)
Nearby Hotels:
- Hotel Clement Barajas
- NH Madrid Barajas Airport
- Hilton Madrid Airport

Lounge Access:
- Sala VIP Puerta de Alcalá: Access for certain ticket classes and membership programs
- Sala VIP Plaza Mayor: Access with Priority Pass membership, or for a fee
- Sala VIP Cibeles: Access for certain ticket classes and membership programs
Lounge Amenities: Complimentary food and beverages, Wi-Fi, showers, workstations, relaxation areas

Business Centers: Available in various lounges with workstations and meeting rooms
Meeting Rooms: Available at the Hilton Madrid Airport and NH Madrid Barajas Airport

Upcoming Projects: Expansion plans including terminal upgrades and runway enhancements
Renovation Plans: Ongoing upgrades to terminal interiors, security, and passenger facilities

Reviews and Ratings: Generally positive reviews highlighting efficient operations and extensive facilities
Travel Blogs and Stories:
- Travel Blog Example 1
- Travel Blog Example 2

Images:
- Exterior view of the terminal complex
- Interior shots of check-in areas, lounges, and dining options
- Aircraft on the tarmac