Madrid Airport Fast Track

The Madrid airport fast-track pass is valid on the day you've booked it for and is for one-time use only. The pass will allow holders to skip the queues, cut waiting times and avoid long waiting lines. 

Fast track at Madrid airport an increasingly popular choice as it allows consumers to check in and get through security faster. When it's expected that the airport is busy, the fast-track pass is a fantastic way to skip the queues which will appeal to travellers wishing to avoid a stressful airport visit. Booking Fast Track with ParkVia will transform your airport experience before flying.

How to book your Madrid airport fast track passes 

You can search for fast-track passes on our site where you'll be redirected to essentials.parkvia.com to complete your booking. 

Book a convenient time slot, roughly two to three hours before your flight. Once you have confirmed your booking, you will receive an email containing your booking voucher. Please print your voucher or provide it in an electronic format to airport staff at the entrance to the fast-track security lane. 

All bookings made through our site are secure, easy to make, and supported by our best-price guarantee. Please note that you must book your Madrid fast-track pass in advance, which can be done as little as an hour before departure. 

We can assure you that anyone who buys a fast-track pass won't regret it! Madrid airport is always busy so the fast-track pass will allow you to get through airport security and control quickly and is most recommended for families with young children or elderly passengers. Keep in mind that all passengers will need their pass as one pass does not cover a group of people but instead individually. 

About Madrid airport 

Madrid airport is in the district of Barajas, 9km from the financial district. At this airport, you’ll see arriving and departing airlines like Iberia, Air Europa, Iberia Express, Iberojet and Ryanair 

Terminals

 Madrid airport has 5 passenger terminals: terminals 1, 2, 3, 4, and 5. 

• Terminal 1 mainly operates with international flights. 
• Terminal 2 mostly runs domestic and intercontinental flights. 

• Terminal 3 helps with terminal 2 operations. 
• Terminals 4 and 4S handle international flights within Schengen and outside Schengen are hosted in this terminal. 

Check-in

Checking your ticket or contacting your airline for advice on check-in times is the best way to get a general guide on when you need to get to the airport, however, we recommend that you arrive at least two hours before the departure of your flight to allow plenty of time. 

Long-haul flight check-in opens around three hours before scheduled departure, European flight check-in opens three hours before scheduled departure, whilst UK and Ireland flight check-in open two hours before scheduled departure. 

We recommend that you check with your airline for specific check-in times, as these may vary. 

The check-in areas at Madrid airport are visibly signposted within each terminal and you should check the flight information screens at the entrances to the terminal. If you've checked in online already and only have hand luggage, you're able to go directly through security to the departure lounge. 

Alternatively, you can use self-service or online check-in as mentioned previously. To save time, please ensure that you have your passport and boarding pass at hand so that you're able to drop any bags off and get through security to the departure lounge as soon as possible. 

Security

When going through security at Madrid airport, it's important to be prepared even with a fast-track pass so that you can save time and get ahead. Boarding passes should be ready to scan after getting into the dedicated fast-track lane, but your passport isn't needed. 

Ensure all your liquids are in an airtight sealed plastic bag of 20cm (about 7.87 in) x 20cm (about 7.87 in) ready to be checked separately from the rest of your belongings and that they are each under 100ml (about 3.38 oz) or less. Electronics and jackets or belts should be taken out separately for checking as well, and you may be asked to remove your shoes if necessary. 

Departures 

When you get into the departures lounge, information screens there will show flights, boarding times, and gate numbers that'll help you know where you need to be. Boarding gates usually open around 45 minutes to one hour before your flight leaves.