Madrid to Washington DC Flights

Flying out of Madrid MAD

Madrid Barajas is the largest airport in Spain and lies only eight miles to the north east of the Spanish capital. There are 10,000 parking spaces for flights Madrid passengers driving there and transport is available to take people between the four terminals. The airport boasts a business centre as well as exclusive lounges for VIP passengers. Like all major international airports, Madrid Barajas also has banking, shopping, dining and bar facilities available.

An important factor to be taken into account when taking flights from Madrid is getting to the Madrid Barajas Airport. For those arriving by car there are several roads which can be taken, depending on where the driver is coming from. The main road systems include the M40 Madrid ring road, the A2 Madrid to Barcelona motorway, and the A1 Madrid to Burgos motorway. Crucially the Madrid Barajas is well signposted on all main roads. For those travelling by train, there are several suburban trains which link with the airport's underground system. Anyone journeying by taxi may find there is a surcharge on arrival at the airport.

For passengers wanting to spend the night close to Madrid Barajas Airport prior to taking their flights, there are several hotels close by. They are all within a two mile radius of the airport. To book flights from Madrid to {destination.name} visit our ebookers.com website. Also use its unique tools to arrange car hire and accommodation

Airports in Washington D.C.

Washington D.C. is the thriving metropolitan capital of the United States. Every year, millions of people travel to the city for business, politics, and holiday. Arranging your trip to the capital city is easier when you go through ebookers for your flight. The District of Columbia is served by three airports. Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport (DCA) in Arlington, Virginia, is the closest to the city centre Washington at four miles from the city centre. It serves Alaska, American, Continental, and many other carriers. Dulles International (IAD) is twenty-six miles away in Sterling, Virginia, and serves dozens of domestic and international carriers, including TACA, Lufthansa, and Virgin. Travel to Washington D.C. from Dulles may take up to an hour during times of heavy traffic. The third major airport in the area is Baltimore-Washington (BWI), located on Terminal Rd. in Baltimore. Ticket prices are often lower at BWI, although a ride into Washington with BWI Airport Taxi will cost $63.

Transportation from the Airport

All three of Washington D.C.'s airports handle heavy commercial traffic and millions of passengers every year. As a result, each of the three airports is connected to the capital by multiple bus and shuttle services, such as the Washington Flyer, which departs Dulles every thirty minutes for downtown DC and costs just $10. The service also stops at DCA and doesn't require reservations. Renting your car through ebookers is easy at these airports, as all three are served by many rental companies, including Avis, Budget, Enterprise, Thrifty, and Hertz.

Washington D.C.'s Climate

Temperatures in Washington D.C. range from summer highs of 30°C to a brisk -5°C during the winter months. Rain occurs throughout the year but peaks in July and August when many residents have left the city on their own holidays. Visitors are advised to check the local forecast before arriving.

Washington D.C.'s Main Attractions

Washington D.C. is a city of monuments, museums, and marvels. The District of Columbia is where you'll find the Smithsonian Institution. For no charge, you can visit its network of fifteen separate museums, zoos, and research facilities. No fewer than 7,000 new items are added every day to the Library of Congress, which is open to the public during normal business hours. Use ebookers to schedule your return trip, as the Library's 532 miles of shelf space and 115 million-item inventory might take more than one visit to browse fully.