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AlicanteMadrid

Flights from Alicante (ALC) to Madrid (MAD)

Timezone shift0hDirectionneutralFlight time1h 10mDistance356 kmDirect2 airlines

Route Profile

Distance

356 km

Fastest Flight

1h 10m

Timezone Shift

0h

Direct Airlines

2

AlliancesStar AllianceSkyTeamOneworld
ClassesEconomyPremium EconomyBusinessFirst
Schedulesumotuwethfrsa
Aircraft
Boeing 737-800
Boeing 737-800 (winglets)
Boeing 737-800 Sky Interior

Alicante to Madrid Flights

Flights from Alicante to Madrid are operated 20 times. Departure times vary between 09:35 and 12:30. You can fly in Y and W and J and F. The flight distance is 356 km (221 miles).

Arrival Windows

Best times to arrive for faster recovery

Best vs Worst Arrival Times in Madrid

Best Arrival

7AM7PM

Morning light helps you stay awake longer

Worst Arrival

9PM5AM

Arriving during your body's sleep window makes adjustment harder

The difference:choosing the right arrival window can save 1–2+ days of recovery time.

Arrival Strategy for Madrid

How to manage jetlag based on arrival time

Morning Arrival

Upon morning arrival, immediately expose yourself to sunlight and engage in light activity to reset your circadian rhythm, avoiding heavy meals and extended napping.

Afternoon Arrival

Afternoon arrivals should opt for a brief 20-30 minute power nap, then stay active and hydrated to combat potential afternoon fatigue.

Evening Arrival

Evening arrivals should aim for a light dinner, minimal screen time, and prepare for an early bedtime to align with local sleep patterns.

Best Time to Visit Madrid

Monthly climate overview

Mediterranean continental

Jan

10°

3°

42mm

Feb

12°

4°

38mm

Mar

16°

7°

45mm

Apr

18°

9°

52mm

May

22°

13°

48mm

Jun

28°

17°

35mm

Jul

32°

20°

25mm

Aug

31°

19°

22mm

Sep

27°

16°

38mm

Oct

21°

12°

55mm

Nov

15°

7°

52mm

Dec

11°

4°

48mm

Airport Recovery Facilities

Jetlag-friendly amenities at each airport

ALC

Sleep Pods
Quiet Zones
Showers
Lounge Beds

Comfort: 1.8/10

MAD

Sleep Pods
Quiet Zones
Showers
Lounge Beds

Comfort: 5.1/10

Top Airlines

Nonstop service on this route

IB
IBERIA
09:35Canadair CRJ-10001h 10m
IB
IBERIA
09:35Canadair CRJ-10001h 10m
IB
IBERIA
09:35Canadair CRJ-10001h 10m

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