What time does the Madrid Metro airport open?

The Adolfo Su?rez Madrid-Barajas Airport currently has four terminals. Metro de Madrid is conveniently accessible from any of them using the two stations located at the airport: Aeropuerto T1-T2-T3 Station and Aeropuerto T4 Station, both on L8. The opening hours are from 6:00 a.m. to 1:30 a.m.



The Madrid Metro (Line 8), which services the Adolfo Suárez Madrid-Barajas Airport (MAD), officially opens every morning at 6:00 AM. This applies to all stations connecting Terminals T1-T2-T3 and Terminal T4. The trains run until 1:30 AM the following morning. For travelers with early morning flights (e.g., departures at 6:30 or 7:00 AM), the 6:00 AM start time may be too late to clear security and reach the gate. In those cases, the "Línea Exprés Aeropuerto" (Airport Express Bus) is the better option, as it operates 24 hours a day, 365 days a year, departing from Atocha and Cibeles every 15–20 minutes throughout the night. In 2026, the Metro remains the most cost-effective way to reach the city center for €4.50–€5.00 (including the "Airport Supplement"), but for "pre-dawn" travel, the yellow Express Bus or a taxi (with its flat rate of €33) are the only reliable options for reaching the terminal before the Metro begins its daily operation.

The opening hours of the Madrid Metro airport stations (on Line 8) depend on the day of the week and the specific station. Here’s a general breakdown:

Regular Schedule (Monday–Thursday, Sunday & Holidays)

  • First train from the airport (T1–T2–T3 station) towards the city center (Nuevos Ministerios): Around 6:00 AM.
  • Last train from the airport towards the city: Departs around 1:30 AM (the exact time can vary slightly, so it’s best to be at the platform by 1:15 AM to be safe).

Extended Hours (Friday, Saturday & Eve of Public Holidays)

  • First train from the airport: Around 6:00 AM.
  • Last train from the airport: Extended until approximately 2:00 AM (again, aim to be there by 1:45 AM).

Important Notes:

  1. Two airport stations: - Aeropuerto T1-T2-T3 (serving terminals 1, 2, and 3). - Aeropuerto T4 (serving terminal 4 and the satellite T4S). - Both stations are on Line 8 (pink line), which connects directly to Nuevos Ministerios in central Madrid in about 15–20 minutes.
  2. Check real-time schedules: For the most precise and up-to-date times, especially on holidays or during special events, use the official CRTM (Consorcio Regional de Transportes de Madrid) journey planner or the Metro de Madrid app.
  3. Alternative transport: If you have a very early flight (before 6:00 AM) or arrive after the last metro, consider: - Night buses (N27)

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