Madrid to Gdansk Flights

Flying out of Madrid

Finding the right flights from Madrid can be as simple as doing a search at Orbitz.com. The search engine at the Orbtiz.com site combs through current flight schedules to show comparative costs, as well as departure and arrival times, layovers and other issues that make certain flight options more attractive than others. The Madrid-Barajas Airport, located at Avenida de la Hispanidad, 28042 Madrid, is 12 miles from the city center. It's the main hub for Iberia and does business with major airlines, including EasyJet, Delta, Air France, British Airways, Aegean Airlines, Air Europa and others.

Parking at the Madrid-Barajas Airport

Orbitz.com can help travelers find convenient, affordable places on and off site for vacation parking. The airport in Madrid has express parking meant for dropping off and picking up travelers. For the first 30 minutes, the parking is free. Short- and long-term parking lots can be found at each terminal and cost from €9.60 for two hours up to €60 per day for Terminal 2 short-term parking. Long-term parking is available for €18.30 per day. The economy lot requires a shuttle ride back and forth to the terminals but costs only €10.80 per day or €62.80 per week.

Transportation to and From the Airport

For travelers who wish to avoid parking, Orbitz.com can help find special offers on ground transportation to and from Madrid-Barajas Airport. It takes approximately 30 minutes to get there from downtown by car. A credentialed taxi service will charge anywhere from €25 to €30 for the ride, but oftentimes there are taxi drivers inside the terminals offering cheaper rides who do not have the same credentials as those who have signed a contract with the airport. Passengers can also opt for a €2 train ride or take the bus for a similar fee.

Restaurants Near Madrid-Barajas Airport

There's no need to leave the airport to find an excellent selection of restaurants, counter service diners or bars. Orbitz.com can offer travelers deals on food and air packages, though they might not be dining in-house. The convenience of dining at the airport while waiting for flights from Madrid may be worth the cost, but passengers should expect the cost to be relatively more expensive than similar restaurants found in the city center.

Gdansk Lech Walesa Airport

With a rich thousand-year history and magnificent architecture, Gdansk is considered as one of the most beautiful cities on the Baltic Sea. Cheap flights to Gdansk can be booked with Orbitz.com. All flights are handled by Gdansk Lech Walesa Airport, an international airport near Poland's Tri-City area, approximately 7.5 miles west northwest of Gdansk, 6.2 miles southwest of Sopot and 14 miles south of Gdynia. Several major airlines provide flights to and from the airport, including AirBaltic, Lufthansa, RyanAir, Norwegian, Wizz Air, Air Polonia and Scandinavian Airlines.

Transportation from the Airport

Both public and private transport providers serve the airport. Airportbus operates a shuttle from the airport to the City Terminal, while the apt24 Airport Service, Ozzy Travel and Wagner Auto Service run to other regions in Poland. Shuttle fares start at 9.90 z?oty per person or 100 z?oty for eight people. City Plus Taxi is located outside of the main entrance to the passenger terminal and can be hired to take you to any point in Pomerania. The Bus210 also operates between Gdansk and the airport. Bus tickets cost 3 z?oty if purchased at a newsstand or 3.40 z?oty if purchased while boarding.

Weather in Gdansk, Pomerania

Gdansk enjoys a maritime climate characterized by moderate winters and mild summers. The average temperature during the summer is 17.2 degrees Celsius. During January and February, temperatures can drop to -15 degrees Celsius. Spring and autumn see plenty of sunshine with occasional storms.

Major Attractions in Gdansk

Gdansk's architecture is some of the finest in the world. Travelers often visit the Golden Gate, Artus' Court, Neptune's Fountain, The Church of the Holy Trinity, and the National Museum. Find great deals and cheap flights to Gdansk and check other famous attractions in this marvelous city at Orbitz.com.