How to Get to Madrid: Flights, Airport and Transport

How to get to Madrid from Brazil

The most common way to reach Madrid is by plane, connecting through major European hubs. There are no direct flights from Brazil, so connections through Frankfurt, Lisbon, Paris or Amsterdam are typical.

Public transport

Madrid has a good public transport system connecting the main tourist attractions. Metro, bus and tram are practical options for getting around the city.

How to Get Around in Madrid

Madrid has one of the most efficient and complete public transport systems in Europe, offering various options to get around the city in a practical and fast way. The public transport in Madrid is operated by EMT (Municipal Transport Company) and the Comunidad de Madrid, including metro (Metro de Madrid), suburban trains (Cercanías), buses, and trams (in some areas).

Fares and Tickets

Tickets can be purchased from automatic machines, ticket sales points at metro stations, or through apps.

Single Tickets

• Single ticket: Valid for a single trip within the selected area. The price depends on the zone, with a ticket for zone A (where the main tourist attractions are located) costing around 1.50 euros.
• 10-trip ticket (abono 10 viajes): Costs approximately 9.10 euros and can be used on any public transport, making it an economical option for those staying several days in the city.

Daily and Weekly Tickets

• 1-day ticket (abono 1 día): Allows unlimited travel within the selected zones (usually zone A) for 24 hours. The cost is around 10 euros.
• Weekly ticket (abono mensual): Allows unlimited travel for seven days. The price is around 42 euros for zone A, where the main tourist attractions of Madrid are located.