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FITUR 2026 Survival Guide: Hacking Madrid-Barajas (MAD) Airport

Jan 17, 2026 IATA Codes Team

Welcome to Madrid! If you are attending FITUR 2026, your journey starts at Adolfo Suárez Madrid-Barajas (MAD). It is a beautiful airport, but it can be overwhelming.

T4 vs T4S: The Trap

Many travelers don't realize that Terminal 4 and Terminal 4 Satellite (T4S) are connected by an underground train. It takes 20+ minutes. If your flight departs from T4S (usually non-Schengen flights like Iberia Long Haul), arrive early.

Getting to IFEMA

The fairgrounds are very close to the airport.

  • Metro: Line 8 (Pink) goes directly to "Feria de Madrid".
  • Taxi: There is a flat rate of €33 from the airport to the city center, but IFEMA is closer, so use the meter!

Check Your Return Flight

Before leaving the fair, check the live departures and METAR weather for MAD on our dashboard to avoid surprises.

👉 Live Data: Madrid Airport Dashboard

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