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Adolfo Suárez Madrid-Barajas Airport vs Dublin Airport
Detailed comparison of MAD and DUB on FlightLogic scores and passenger experience.
Verdict
Adolfo Suárez Madrid-Barajas Airport (MAD) scores higher overall at 7.9/10 versus Dublin Airport (DUB) 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.
Dublin Airport (DUB) scores 7.5/10 (Very Good)
on FlightLogic's airport index — combining on-time performance (7.3),
passenger experience (7.4), and facilities (7.8).
Lounge quality rates 7.6/10. See full airport guide →
In short
Dublin DUB scores 7.5/10 — Ireland hub with US Pre-Clearance on Aer Lingus. Strategic UK positioning for transatlantic. See /guides/best-airlines-uk-dublin-2026 and /guides/dublin-airport-lounge-guide-2026.
FlightLogic Score7.5Very Good
On-time7.3Departure reliability
Experience7.4Staff, queues, cleanliness
Facilities7.8Food, shops, seating
Lounges7.6Lounge 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
7.4
Facilities & Comfort
7.8
Lounge score7.6/10
Highlights
US Pre-Clearance — arrive in US as domestic passenger on Aer Lingus transatlantic
Dense UK schedule — Ryanair, Aer Lingus, BA from Heathrow, Gatwick, Manchester, and 15+ regional UK airports
Aer Lingus T2 lounge for business and AerClub Gold; 51st & Green US Pre-Clearance facility
UK261 on UK-departing Aer Lingus; EU261 on DUB EU departures
Overview
Ireland's hub and a strategic UK outbound gateway — Aer Lingus US Pre-Clearance, dense Ryanair/easyJet Europe network, and short hop from UK regional airports.
UK positioning and Pre-Clearance
UK travellers use DUB as a lower-fare transatlantic gateway via Aer Lingus — Pre-Clearance saves 60–90 min at US immigration. Factor positioning flight cost from UK regional airports.
Ryanair's largest base offers cheapest UK–Europe fares — compare total cost vs Stansted/Luton on same route.
FAQ
Which is better, Adolfo Suárez Madrid-Barajas Airport or Dublin Airport?
Adolfo Suárez Madrid-Barajas Airport (MAD) scores higher overall at 7.9/10 versus Dublin Airport (DUB) at 7.5/10.
Which has better lounges, MAD or DUB?
Adolfo Suárez Madrid-Barajas Airport (MAD) scores higher for lounges at 8.3/10, versus Dublin Airport at 7.6/10.
Which airport is more on-time, MAD or DUB?
Adolfo Suárez Madrid-Barajas Airport (MAD) has stronger on-time performance at 7.7/10 versus Dublin Airport (DUB) at 7.3/10.
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