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The latest news on Madrid-Barajas Airport (MAD).

L'Madrid-Barajas Adolfo Suárez Airport (MAD/LEMD) is the main airport of the Spain and serves the city of Madrid, the country's capital. Located about 12 km northeast of the city center, the airport provides an important access point for travelers from all over the world.

Opened in the 1928, Madrid-Barajas Airport has grown over the years to become one of Europe's major airport hubs. It was named after former Spanish Prime Minister Adolfo Suárez in 2014, in honor of his contribution to democracy in Spain.

MAD is a crucial hub for travelers coming from and going to various destinations in Europe, America, Africa and Asia. With more than 200 destinations served, the airport is a vital hub for tourism, trade and air transportation in the region.

Madrid-Barajas Airport has. four terminals main passengers, each designed to provide an efficient and comfortable travel experience. Some of the major airlines that use Madrid-Barajas Airport as their main hub include. Iberia e Air Europa, further consolidating its importance in the international aviation scene.

Currently, the airport handles a passenger flow of more than 60 million per year, making it one of the busiest airports in Europe. Its strategic location and well-developed infrastructure make it a vital air transportation hub in the Spanish capital region.

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The latest news on Madrid-Barajas Airport (MAD).

The Venice-Madrid connection has restarted: 2 flights a day throughout the summer

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