$80 Cheap flight deals from Madrid (MAD) to Stockholm (STO)

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.

Airports in Stockholm

Make sure you know your departure and arrival locations when you search for cheap flights to Stockholm on Orbitz.com. There are four major airports within a 70-mile radius of downtown Stockholm. The closest is Stockholm-Bromma, which is only five miles outside of downtown. The largest of these is Stockholm-Arlanda Airport, located 23 miles north of the city. As the largest airport in all of Sweden, most international visitors will arrive at Stockholm-Arlanda. More than a dozen airlines take off and land at Stockholm-Arlanda. Air France, Delta, Air China and British Airways are just a few examples.

Transportation From the Airport

The Arlanda Express train is the fastest way to get from Stockholm to the airport. This high-speed train arrives at the terminal in just 20 minutes. If you're in less of a hurry, Swebus public transit also makes daily runs to Stockholm-Arlanda Airport. On any given day, there are more than 40 departures from the city. You can purchase bus tickets from self-service machines and have your ticket delivered via text message.

Weather in Stockholm

Summer is the most pleasant season in Stockholm, with ample sunshine and mild daytime temperatures around 70 degrees. Winters are cold and sometimes snowy, but not completely arctic. The close proximity of the city to water has a moderating effect on the climate throughout the year.

Things to Do in Stockholm

The Gamla Stan district of Stockholm displays medieval architecture and street layouts. Located on several small islands, Gamla Stan is the oldest section of the city. Some buildings date back to the 13th century. Schedule time to relax and enjoy the scenery when you find cheap flights to Stockholm on Orbitz.com.