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Adolfo Suárez Madrid-Barajas Airport vs Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport
Detailed comparison of MAD and DFW on FlightLogic scores and passenger experience.
Verdict
Adolfo Suárez Madrid-Barajas Airport (MAD) scores higher overall at 7.9/10 versus Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport (DFW) at 7.5/10.
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-2026.
FlightLogic Score7.9Very Good
On-time7.7Departure reliability
Experience7.8Staff, queues, cleanliness
Facilities8.2Food, shops, seating
Lounges8.3Lounge quality
Rating basisEditorialFlightLogic 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 score8.3/10
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.
Dallas-Fort Worth, United States · DFW · #2 in this comparison
How good is Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport?
Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport (DFW) scores 7.5/10 (Very Good)
on FlightLogic's airport index — combining on-time performance (7.3),
passenger experience (7.2), and facilities (8.0).
Lounge quality rates 8.1/10. See full airport guide →
In short
Dallas/Fort Worth DFW scores 7.5/10 on FlightLogic with lounge score 8.1/10. American Flagship Lounge in Terminal D serves long-haul international business/first. Skylink train links all terminals airside. See /guides/dfw-airport-lounge-guide-2026.
FlightLogic Score7.5Very Good
On-time7.3Departure reliability
Experience7.2Staff, queues, cleanliness
Facilities8.0Food, shops, seating
Lounges8.1Lounge quality
Rating basisEditorialFlightLogic 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
7.3
Passenger Experience
7.2
Facilities & Comfort
8.0
Lounge score8.1/10
Highlights
American Airlines dominates all five terminals — Flagship Lounge in Terminal D for long-haul international
Skylink automated train connects all terminals airside — easier connections than ORD or JFK
Qantas and BA use Terminal D for select services — oneworld lounge access via AA clubs
DFW lounge score 8.1/10 — strong for AA premium passengers
Overview
American Airlines' largest hub — Flagship Lounge, Admirals Club network, and Skylink airside train connecting all terminals.
American Airlines and Skylink connections
Terminal D hosts American's international operations and the Flagship Lounge for qualifying long-haul departures. Admirals Club locations exist in every terminal.
Skylink connects all concourses airside in 5–10 minutes — among the best multi-terminal connection designs in the US.
FAQ
Which is better, Adolfo Suárez Madrid-Barajas Airport or Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport?
Adolfo Suárez Madrid-Barajas Airport (MAD) scores higher overall at 7.9/10 versus Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport (DFW) at 7.5/10.
Which has better lounges, MAD or DFW?
Adolfo Suárez Madrid-Barajas Airport (MAD) scores higher for lounges at 8.3/10, versus Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport at 8.1/10.
Which airport is more on-time, MAD or DFW?
Adolfo Suárez Madrid-Barajas Airport (MAD) has stronger on-time performance at 7.7/10 versus Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport (DFW) at 7.3/10.
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