{ "response": { "Key": "MAD-JFK", "orig": { "code": "MAD", "type": "airport", "city": "Madrid", "fullCity": "Madrid, Spain", "airport": "Adolfo Suárez Barajas Airport" }, "dest": { "code": "JFK", "type": "airport", "city": "New York City", "fullCity": "New York City, New York", "airport": "John F Kennedy Intl Airport" }, "faq": { "q0": { "question": "What is the typical flight duration from Madrid to New York City?", "answer": "A nonstop flight from Madrid (MAD) to New York (JFK) typically takes about 8 hours 30 minutes to 9 hours. With one stop, depending on the connection city, the total travel time usually ranges from 11 to 14 hours. The return flight from New York to Madrid is often about 30 minutes to an hour shorter due to prevailing tailwinds." }, "q1": { "question": "Are there any direct flights from Madrid to New York City?", "answer": "Yes, nonstop flights from Madrid to New York JFK run daily on four airlines — Delta, Iberia, American, and Air Europa — with a combined 84 weekly departures. Iberia and American each offer typical fares around $900, while Delta and Air Europa also operate daily nonstops. Departures are spread from morning through evening, giving travelers plenty of choice.", "methodology": "Airlines and weekly frequencies are compiled from our flight-schedule database, which combines published airline timetables, U.S. government schedule data from the Bureau of Transportation Statistics (BTS), and observed flight operations from the EUROCONTROL/OpenSky Open Performance Data Initiative (OPDI). We count each operating carrier's scheduled weekly departures and the days it flies; where there is no nonstop service, connecting carriers are identified by linking scheduled nonstop segments through common hub airports. Where a median fare is shown for a carrier, it reflects the real fares Priceline users found on this route in the last 72 hours.", "toolsUsed": [ "route_airlines" ] }, "q2": { "question": "Are there visa requirements to travel from Madrid to New York City?", "answer": "Yes. For flights from Madrid to New York City, visa requirements depend on your nationality. If you are a Spanish citizen, you do not need a visa but must obtain an ESTA authorization under the Visa Waiver Program for tourism or business visits of 90 days or less. Travelers of other nationalities should check U.S. visa requirements based on their citizenship. For the return from New York City to Madrid, U.S. citizens do not need a visa for stays in the Schengen Area up to 90 days within a 180-day period. From mid-2025, U.S. citizens will need to apply online for an ETIAS travel authorization before travel. Non-U.S. citizens should verify Schengen visa rules." }, "q3": { "question": "What are the ground transportation options in New York City?", "answer": "JFK offers several ground transportation options to the city center, including the AirTrain combined with the subway or Long Island Rail Road, licensed yellow taxis with flat fares to Manhattan, ride-share services like Uber and Lyft, rental cars, and shared shuttles. Taxis and ride-shares are the most convenient door-to-door options, while the AirTrain/subway combination is the most widely used due to its lower cost and direct connection to the subway system. The AirTrain is free within the airport and connects to the subway's 'A' and 'E' lines or the LIRR for a faster, though pricier, rail trip to Manhattan. Ride-share pickups are in designated areas outside terminals, and taxis offer a regulated flat fare to Manhattan. The fastest option to midtown is typically the LIRR from Jamaica Station, reached via AirTrain, taking about 35 minutes, while the subway is the most economical.", "toolsUsed": [], "references": [ { "url": "http://jfkairport.com/transportation", "title": "Transportation Options - JFK Airport", "favicon": "http://jfkairport.com/images/shared/favicon/jfk_favicon.ico", "time_published": "2025-12-23T18:54:39Z" }, { "url": "https://jfkairport.com/transportation/ride-share-services", "title": "Ride Share Information - JFK Airport", "favicon": "https://jfkairport.com/images/shared/favicon/jfk_favicon.ico", "time_published": "2025-11-07T16:18:43Z" }, { "url": "https://en.wikipedia.org/w/index.php?curid=97218&diff=1343981798&oldid=1343041901&title=John_F._Kennedy_International_Airport", "title": "John F. Kennedy International Airport: Difference between revisions", "time_published": "2026-03-17T15:31:18Z" }, { "url": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/John%20F.%20Kennedy%20International%20Airport", "title": "John F. Kennedy International Airport", "time_published": "2026-04-30T21:30:04Z" }, { "url": "https://portfolio.panynj.gov/2015/12/15/jfk-five-things-ok-technically-six-things-you-probably-didnt-know-about-john-f-kennedy-international-airport/", "title": "JFK: Five Things (OK, Technically Six Things) You Probably Didn’t Know About John F. Kennedy International Airport |", "time_published": "2015-12-15T15:00:57Z" } ] }, "q4": { "question": "When is the cheapest time to fly from Madrid to New York City?", "answer": "The cheapest time to fly from Madrid to New York City is in the fall, particularly October ($525), November ($529), and April ($530), while the most expensive months are June ($760), July ($687), and May ($659).", "methodology": "This 'good deal' estimate shows a representative best price for each departure date across roughly a 12-month window (about 3 months back and 9 months forward). It is built from real flight prices found by Priceline users searching this route, accumulated into a price history for each departure date. Rather than weighting all of that history equally, we apply exponential time decay so recent prices dominate — a price seen yesterday counts almost in full, one from about a month ago roughly a third, and prices from a few months back very little — giving a figure that tracks today's market instead of a stale long-run average. Clear price outliers are removed before any calculation, departure dates with no observations are filled in from nearby dates, and the resulting curve is lightly smoothed so it reads as a clean seasonal trend rather than day-to-day noise. For this route, fares for the requested travel direction were unavailable, so the pattern shown is derived from the reverse direction, which shares the same seasonal demand cycle.", "toolsUsed": [ "seasonal_prices" ] }, "q5": { "question": "How far in advance should I book tickets from Madrid to New York City?", "answer": "For the best fare on flights from Madrid to New York City (JFK), aim to book 7 to 10 weeks before departure, when average prices are around $652. The lowest single-day price appears about 5 days out at $646, but prices rise significantly if you book more than 14 weeks ahead, peaking at $712 around 145 days before travel. For peak summer or holiday periods, you'll generally want to book earlier within that 7–10 week window, as demand can push prices higher closer to departure.", "methodology": "This booking-window guidance is built from the same real flight prices found by Priceline users searching this route, re-grouped by how many days before departure each price was seen (from the departure day out to about 180 days ahead) across the route's price history. At each booking lead time we report the 25th-percentile price — the cheaper end of what travelers were quoted, rather than the rock-bottom minimum (which can be a fluke) or the average (which is pulled up by expensive last-minute fares). The buy-or-wait advice then applies a risk premium that grows as departure approaches, since seat availability shrinks and prices become less predictable; using that adjusted curve we flag windows where waiting is likely to save a meaningful amount (at least $20 or 5%) versus windows where booking now is the better call. Isolated single-day recommendations are filtered out, so the advice only reflects a window that holds for several days in a row. For this route, fares for the requested travel direction were unavailable, so the pattern shown is derived from the reverse direction, which shares the same seasonal demand cycle.", "toolsUsed": [ "booking_timing" ] }, "q6": { "question": "Are overnight (red‑eye) flights available from Madrid to New York City?", "answer": "No overnight (red-eye) flights operate from Madrid to New York JFK — neither nonstop nor connecting itineraries with a red-eye long leg were found in the schedule.", "methodology": "Red-eye flights are identified from scheduled local departure and arrival times in our flight-schedule database — built from published airline timetables and official schedule data, including U.S. Department of Transportation records for domestic routes — flagging services that depart late at night and arrive the following morning; for connecting itineraries the red-eye is based on the timing of the overnight long-haul leg.", "toolsUsed": [ "redeye_flights" ] }, "q7": { "question": "Which airlines usually operate this route from Madrid to New York City?", "answer": "Delta, Iberia, American Airlines, and Air Europa all fly nonstop from Madrid to New York JFK. Delta operates 28 weekly flights, Iberia also 28, American 21, and Air Europa 7, with departures throughout the day. Typical fares on Iberia and American are around $905 and $904, respectively.", "methodology": "Airlines and weekly frequencies are compiled from our flight-schedule database, which combines published airline timetables, U.S. government schedule data from the Bureau of Transportation Statistics (BTS), and observed flight operations from the EUROCONTROL/OpenSky Open Performance Data Initiative (OPDI). We count each operating carrier's scheduled weekly departures and the days it flies; where there is no nonstop service, connecting carriers are identified by linking scheduled nonstop segments through common hub airports. Where a median fare is shown for a carrier, it reflects the real fares Priceline users found on this route in the last 72 hours.", "toolsUsed": [ "route_airlines" ] }, "q8": { "question": "If I need a connection, what are common layover cities between Madrid and New York City?", "answer": "Common layover cities include London, Paris, Amsterdam and Lisbon. London offers extensive transatlantic connections and efficient terminals; Paris and Amsterdam provide streamlined transfers with single-terminal operations; Lisbon often features competitive fares and shorter overall travel times on TAP Air Portugal." }, "q9": { "question": "How reliable are on‑time departures on this route from Madrid to New York City?", "answer": "On-time performance is generally good, but afternoon and evening departures are more susceptible to delays. Morning flights on Iberia and Delta tend to be the most punctual." }, "q10": { "question": "Which months have the best weather for traveling to New York City?", "answer": "April to June and September to October offer mild temperatures and fewer tourists than summer." }, "q11": { "question": "What documents should I bring with me to the airport when flying from Madrid to New York City?", "answer": "Bring a passport valid for at least six months, proof of ESTA or U.S. visa, return or onward travel documentation, a payment method for baggage, and any required health certificates." }, "q12": { "question": "Which airport should I use in New York City?", "answer": "JFK handles most international flights and is well-connected to Manhattan. Newark is convenient for Midtown and served by United's Star Alliance hub. LaGuardia is closest to Midtown but mainly domestic." }, "q14": { "question": "Are there hotels or sleeping facilities at New York City airport?", "answer": "JFK Airport no longer has an on-site hotel since the Ramada Plaza JFK closed in 2009, but the TWA Hotel is located within the historic TWA Flight Center and is connected to Terminal 5 via the AirTrain. There are no capsule hotels or sleeping pods inside the terminals, though several nearby hotels like the Crowne Plaza JFK offer shuttle service to all terminals.", "toolsUsed": [], "references": [ { "url": "http://www.sleepinginairports.net/usa/newyorkjfk.htm", "title": "New York City JFK Airport Guide - Sleeping in Airports", "time_published": "2026-03-09T16:06:27Z" }, { "url": "https://sleepinginairports.net/guides/new-york-city-jfk-airport-guide.htm", "title": "New York City JFK Airport Guide - Sleeping in Airports", "favicon": "https://www.sleepinginairports.net/nitropack_static/oBWrHkPujHTPIaVWqdDSDhClXUyrYhhb/assets/images/optimized/rev-b853180/www.sleepinginairports.net/wp-content/uploads/2018/09/cropped-sia-logo-180x180.png", "time_published": "2018-08-06T08:02:49Z" }, { "url": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/John%20F.%20Kennedy%20International%20Airport", "title": "John F. Kennedy International Airport", "time_published": "2026-04-30T21:30:04Z" }, { "url": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Kennedy_Airport", "title": "John F. Kennedy International Airport - Wikipedia", "time_published": "2026-03-11T23:04:47Z" }, { "url": "https://activities.marriott.com/north-america/usa/new-york/new-york-city/activities/private_one_way_transfer_john_f_kennedy_airport_to_new_york-X55Q5M?property=NYCWS", "title": "Private One-way Transfer John F. Kennedy Airport To New York", "time_published": "2026-02-16T00:00:00Z" }, { "url": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Ramada%20Plaza%20JFK%20Hotel", "title": "Ramada Plaza JFK Hotel", "time_published": "2026-03-23T14:41:49Z" } ] }, "q15": { "question": "Are there currency exchange offices, prayer rooms and Wi‑Fi at John F Kennedy Intl Airport?", "answer": "John F. Kennedy International Airport offers currency exchange services through Travelex counters in Terminals 1, 4, 7, and 8, and has ATMs throughout all terminals. There is a multi-faith chapel in Terminal 4 near Gate B20, and meditation rooms are available in Terminals 1 and 5. Free Wi‑Fi is provided airport-wide with the network name \\\\\"Free JFK WiFi\\\\\".", "toolsUsed": [], "references": [ { "url": "https://www.jfkairport.com/", "title": "John F. Kennedy International Airport - JFK Airport", "favicon": "https://www.jfkairport.com/images/shared/favicon/jfk_favicon.ico", "time_published": "2025-11-18T15:13:54Z" }, { "url": "https://jfkairport.com?bcsi-ac-a36e4bd543b0a21d=29D68E8100000108xBb3B2V1FoItWavwVCddiFHyx4MCAAAACAEAAFrdWwAAjScADQAAAI8TAgA=", "title": "John F. Kennedy International Airport - JFK Airport", "favicon": "https://jfkairport.com/images/shared/favicon/jfk_favicon.ico", "time_published": "2025-11-18T15:13:54Z" }, { "url": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/John%20F.%20Kennedy%20International%20Airport", "title": "John F. 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The Airbus A350-900 and Boeing 777-200 also appear regularly on Iberia and American Airlines flights, while Air Europa occasionally fields a Boeing 787-9. The exact aircraft can vary by day and airline, but these widebody Airbus and Boeing types dominate the route, and most offer Wi‑Fi and seatback entertainment.", "methodology": "Aircraft types are taken from the equipment each operating carrier schedules on this route, drawn from published airline timetables and airline equipment schedules in our flight-schedule database. They describe typical scheduled aircraft and can vary with seasonal or day-of-week assignments and last-minute equipment swaps.", "toolsUsed": [ "route_aircraft" ] }, "q18": { "question": "Which airline alliances serve flights from Madrid to New York City?", "answer": "The nonstop airlines from Madrid to New York JFK are Delta (SkyTeam), Iberia (oneworld), American Airlines (oneworld), and Air Europa (SkyTeam). All four carriers belong to an alliance, with oneworld and SkyTeam both represented. No major operating carrier on this route is unaffiliated.", "methodology": "Airlines and weekly frequencies are compiled from our flight-schedule database, which combines published airline timetables, U.S. government schedule data from the Bureau of Transportation Statistics (BTS), and observed flight operations from the EUROCONTROL/OpenSky Open Performance Data Initiative (OPDI). We count each operating carrier's scheduled weekly departures and the days it flies; where there is no nonstop service, connecting carriers are identified by linking scheduled nonstop segments through common hub airports. Where a median fare is shown for a carrier, it reflects the real fares Priceline users found on this route in the last 72 hours.", "toolsUsed": [ "route_airlines" ] }, "q20": { "question": "What are the best airport lounge options when departing from Madrid?", "answer": "Madrid-Barajas Airport has several lounges across its terminals, including the Sala VIP Cibeles in Terminal 1, Sala VIP Puerta De Alcala in Terminal 2, and Sala VIP Puerta Del Sol in Terminal 3, all accessible via Priority Pass or day pass. In Terminal 4, the Sala VIP Plaza Mayor and The Hub Lounge Aerotel offer spaces for Schengen and non-Schengen passengers respectively, while the Neptuno Lounge in the Terminal 4 Satellite serves non-Schengen flights exclusively. Eligibility typically includes business class tickets, elite status, or paid entry, with the Neptuno Lounge also available for purchase on the Aena website. Features vary by lounge but generally include complimentary snacks, drinks, Wi-Fi, and quiet seating areas.", "toolsUsed": [], "references": [ { "url": "https://my.prioritypass.com/en-GB/lounges/spain/adolfo-suarez-madrid-barajas", "title": "Adolfo Suárez Madrid-Barajas Airport MAD Lounges - MAD Airport Guide and lounges. | Priority Pass", "time_published": "2024-11-05T00:00:00Z" }, { "url": "https://www.prioritypass.com/en-GB/lounges/spain/adolfo-suarez-madrid-barajas", "title": "Adolfo Suárez Madrid-Barajas Airport MAD Lounges - MAD Airport Guide and lounges. | Priority Pass", "time_published": "2024-11-05T00:00:00Z" }, { "url": "https://americanexpress.com/en-xb/travel/lounges/the-platinum-card/MAD", "title": "American Express Lounges at Madrid Barajas Airport | Amex XB", "time_published": "2026-05-05T00:00:00Z" }, { "url": "https://americanexpress.com/en-au/travel/lounges/the-platinum-card/MAD", "title": "American Express Lounges at Madrid Barajas Airport | Amex AU", "favicon": "https://www.americanexpress.com/apple-touch-icon-152x152.png" }, { "url": "https://serviciosvip.aena.es/vip/en/aeropuertos/adolfo-suarez-madrid-barajas/salas-vip/neptuno", "title": "Neptuno VIP Lounge at Adolfo Suarez Madrid Barajas Airport - Aena VIP Services", "favicon": "https://serviciosvip.aena.es/vip" } ] }, "q21": { "question": "What is the baggage allowance on this route from Madrid to New York City?", "answer": "Baggage rules depend on the airline and fare type. Basic economy tickets are restrictive and may not include a checked bag, while standard international economy fares typically allow one checked bag and a carry‑on. Premium cabins offer higher allowances." }, "q22": { "question": "What cabin and seat options are typical from Madrid to New York City?", "answer": "Flights from Madrid to New York City typically offer Economy, Premium Economy, and flat‑bed Business class; First class is rare on this route." }, "q23": { "question": "Are same‑day changes or standby possible on this route?", "answer": "Policies vary by airline and fare; flexible and higher cabins typically offer same‑day changes or standby, while restrictive economy fares often do not." } } } }