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Adolfo Suárez Madrid-Barajas Airport vs Antalya Airport

Detailed comparison of MAD and AYT on FlightLogic scores and passenger experience.

Verdict

Adolfo Suárez Madrid-Barajas Airport (MAD) scores higher overall at 7.9/10 versus Antalya Airport (AYT) at 7.1/10.

Score comparison

Metric Adolfo Suárez Madrid-Barajas Airport Antalya Airport
FlightLogic Score 7.9 7.1
On-Time Performance 7.7 6.9
Passenger Experience 7.8 7.0
Facilities & Comfort 8.2 7.4
Lounge Score 8.3 7.0
City Madrid Antalya
Country Spain Turkey
Terminals 4 terminals (T1–T4) 2 international terminals (T1, T2)
Annual passengers 60M+ 35M+

Operational comparison

Transport links, lounge access, connection times, and UK261 eligibility — verify locally before travel.

Policy MAD — Adolfo AYT — Antalya
Rail / public transport ——
To city centre ——
Lounge day pass ——
Min. connection time ——
Primary hub carriers ——

Detailed profiles

Madrid, Spain · MAD · #1 in this comparison

Adolfo Suárez Madrid-Barajas Airport

4 terminals (T1–T4) · 60M+ passengers/year

7.9 / 10

How good is Adolfo Suárez Madrid-Barajas Airport?

Adolfo Suárez Madrid-Barajas Airport (MAD) scores 7.9/10 (Very Good) on FlightLogic's airport index — combining on-time performance (7.7), passenger experience (7.8), and facilities (8.2). Lounge quality rates 8.3/10. See full airport guide →

In short

Madrid Barajas MAD scores 7.9/10 on FlightLogic with lounge score 8.3/10. Iberia operates from Terminal 4/4S with Dali VIP Lounge for premium passengers. Key hub for UK–Latin America connections. See /guides/madrid-airport-lounge-guide.

FlightLogic Score 7.9 Very Good
On-time 7.7 Departure reliability
Experience 7.8 Staff, queues, cleanliness
Facilities 8.2 Food, shops, seating
Lounges 8.3 Lounge quality
Rating basis Editorial FlightLogic methodology

Score breakdown

Modelled on industry airport indices — on-time data, facilities ratings, and editorial experience signals combined into a single FlightLogic score.

On-Time Performance
7.7
Passenger Experience
7.8
Facilities & Comfort
8.2
Lounge score 8.3/10

Highlights

  • Terminal 4 and 4S serve Iberia and oneworld long-haul — automated train links satellite
  • Iberia Dali VIP Lounge and oneworld premium lounges in T4S
  • Primary European hub for UK–Latin America routings via Iberia and BA codeshares
  • Schengen and non-Schengen connections may require immigration — allow 90+ minutes

Overview

Iberia and oneworld hub — Terminal 4S satellite for long-haul with Dali-themed architecture and strong premium lounges for Latin America connections.

Terminal 4 and Iberia lounges

Terminal 4S satellite handles most long-haul intercontinental departures. Iberia Dali VIP Lounge serves business and oneworld Emerald/Sapphire on international flights.

BA and Iberia codeshare extensively — Avios redemptions on Iberia metal from London often route via MAD for Latin America.

Antalya, Turkey · AYT · #2 in this comparison

Antalya Airport

2 international terminals (T1, T2) · 35M+ passengers/year

7.1 / 10

How good is Antalya Airport?

Antalya Airport (AYT) scores 7.1/10 (Very Good) on FlightLogic's airport index — combining on-time performance (6.9), passenger experience (7.0), and facilities (7.4). Lounge quality rates 7.0/10. See full airport guide →

In short

Antalya AYT scores 7.1/10 — Turkish Riviera leisure hub. Jet2/TUI package base. e-Visa required. Compare /airports/istanbul for city routing. See /guides/antalya-airport-lounge-guide.

FlightLogic Score 7.1 Very Good
On-time 6.9 Departure reliability
Experience 7.0 Staff, queues, cleanliness
Facilities 7.4 Food, shops, seating
Lounges 7.0 Lounge quality
Rating basis Editorial FlightLogic methodology

Score breakdown

Modelled on industry airport indices — on-time data, facilities ratings, and editorial experience signals combined into a single FlightLogic score.

On-Time Performance
6.9
Passenger Experience
7.0
Facilities & Comfort
7.4
Lounge score 7.0/10

Highlights

  • UK's primary Turkey leisure airport — riviera resorts within 30–90 min transfer
  • Jet2 and TUI dominate package traffic; Turkish Airlines for full-service and Star Alliance
  • Compare AYT vs Istanbul (/airports/istanbul) — Antalya for beach; IST for city and Asia connections
  • e-Visa required for UK passport holders — apply before travel

Overview

Turkish Riviera gateway — Jet2, TUI, easyJet, and Turkish Airlines leisure schedules from across the UK for Antalya, Belek, and Side resorts.

UK package holiday traffic

Antalya is among the top 10 UK outbound leisure destinations by passenger volume. Pre-book transfers to Belek and Side — public transport limited.

Turkish Airlines offers IST connections for dual-city trips — allow 3+ hrs for domestic transfer.

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FAQ

Which is better, Adolfo Suárez Madrid-Barajas Airport or Antalya Airport?

Adolfo Suárez Madrid-Barajas Airport (MAD) scores higher overall at 7.9/10 versus Antalya Airport (AYT) at 7.1/10.

Which has better lounges, MAD or AYT?

Adolfo Suárez Madrid-Barajas Airport (MAD) scores higher for lounges at 8.3/10, versus Antalya Airport at 7.0/10.

Which airport is more on-time, MAD or AYT?

Adolfo Suárez Madrid-Barajas Airport (MAD) has stronger on-time performance at 7.7/10 versus Antalya Airport (AYT) at 6.9/10.