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Madrid Barajas Airport (MAD)

Location: Madrid airport is located eight miles (13km) from the city centre.

Time: GMT +1 (GMT +2 between March and October).

Contacts: Tel: +34 (0)902 404 704.

Transfer between terminals: Moving walkways connect the airport's four terminals and a free transfer bus is available for passengers changing flights and terminals.

Getting to the city: Trains on the Spanish Railway Network (RENFE) do not run directly to the Madrid-Barajas Airport but long-distance, AVE and suburban train stations are accessible using the Underground. Trains run daily, linking to the city and stations connected to the main rail network. The airport is served by regular EMT and Intercity buses, as well as the Metro system and local taxis. The airport bus connects to the Plaza de Colon, departing from the Arrivals level of each terminal every 15 minutes, day and night. Several car hire companies are represented at the airport. Madrid Barajas Airport is about a half-hour drive from the centre of Madrid.

Car rental: Several car hire companies are represented at the airport including Avis, Hertz, National and Europcar.

Airport Taxis: There are official taxi stands outside each terminal, and visitors are advised to use these rather than unofficial taxis. Journey time to the city centre is around half an hour and official taxis charge €2.95 for journeys originating or ending at bus stations, train stations or the Parque Ferial Juan Carlos I (IFEMA) fairs complex.

Facilities: Facilities at the airport include banks, currency exchange, ATMs, shops, restaurants and bars, chapels, business centres, a post office and pharmacies. The new Terminal 4 has a Turkish bath, and foot spa and hydro-massage area. Disabled facilities are good; those with special needs should contact their airline or travel agent in advance.

Parking: Long- and short-term parking, as well as an 'express' short-stay area for periods of up to 30 minutes are available. Long-term parking may be booked in advance on the airport website.

Departure Tax: None.

Website: www.aena.es

See full guide to Madrid Barajas Airport

El Prat Barcelona Airport (BCN)

Location: The airport is located seven miles (12km) southwest of central Barcelona.

Time: GMT +1 (GMT +2 between the last Sunday in March and the Saturday before the last Sunday in October).

Contacts: Tel: +34 (0)902 404 704.

Transfer between terminals: A pedestrian avenue with moving walkways links the three terminals.

Getting to the city: The Aerobus service goes to and from Placa de Catalunya every 15 minutes, dropping off at locations along the way. It is a good option for those with little luggage. Trains run from the airport to various stations in the city centre every 30 minutes, costing around €2.40; the airport station is located near Terminal A and is connected to the terminal by a moving walkway. There are taxi ranks outside the airport terminals; taxis are metered. The journey time by road or rail is between 20 and 30 minutes.

Car rental: Car rental companies represented at the airport include Alamo, Avis, Europcar, Hertz and National.

Airport Taxis: There are taxi stands at every terminal at El Prat Barcelona Airport and the cost for a taxi to Plaça d'España in Barcelona is approximately €15 while a taxi to Sagrada Familia will cost €21 and take approximately half an hour. Avoid touts and unlicensed taxis. Prices are steeper at night and on the weekends. Avoid touts and unlicensed taxis.

Facilities: Facilities at the airport include ATMs, currency exchange facilities, banks, shops (including duty free), a children's play area, wireless Internet access, VIP lounges, bars and restaurants. Disabled facilities are good; those with special needs should contact their airline in advance.

Parking: The parking lots and multi-storeys work on a 'pay on foot' system. Parking tickets are issued on entry and must be paid before returning to your car in automatic machines freely available outside the terminals.

Departure Tax: None.

Website: www.barcelona-airport.com

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Ibiza Airport (IBZ)

Location: The airport is situated about five miles (8km) south of Ibiza Town.

Time: GMT +1 (GMT +2 from the last Sunday in March to the Saturday before the last Sunday in October).

Contacts: Tel: +34 (0)902 404 704.

Getting to the city: A bus runs every half an hour from the airport to Ibiza Town (and return). It is more convenient to take taxis, which are available for transport to Ibiza and other towns on the island. There are ferry crossings from nearby Puerto Formentera to the island of Formentara throughout the day, taking about 45 minutes.

Car rental: Car rental companies represented at the airport include Avis, Betacar Ibiza, Hertz and Centauro.

Facilities: Facilities at Ibiza Airport include duty-free shops, restaurants, bars, fast food outlets, a bank, post office, bureau de change and ATMs. Disabled facilities are good; those with special needs should contact their airline in advance.

Parking: Short- and long-term parking is available. The first half hour or less is free.

Departure Tax: None.

Website: www.aena.es

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Gran Canaria Las Palmas Airport (LPA)

Location: The airport is situated on the east coast of the island, 10 miles (16 km) south of Las Palmas.

Time: GMT (GMT +1 from last Sunday in March to the Saturday before the last Sunday in October).

Contacts: Tel: + 34 (0)928 579 130, +34 (0)902 404 704.

Getting to the city: Most tour operators arrange transport for their clients. For those that don't, there is a taxi rank at the airport and frequent bus services between to Las Palmas and other towns on the island.

Car rental: Alamo, Avis, Dollar, Europcar, Hertz and National are all represented in or near the airport.

Facilities: Facilities at the airport include bureaux de change, ATMs, a post office, a children's play area and a wide variety of shops, bars and restaurants. Disabled facilities are good; those with special needs are advised to contact their airline in advance.

Parking: Short- and long-term parking is available.

Departure Tax: None.

Website: www.aena.es

See full guide to Gran Canaria Airport

Sur Reina Sofia Airport, Tenerife (TFS)

Location: The airport is sited in the south of Tenerife, within easy distance of the west coast resorts.

Time: GMT (GMT +1 between the last Sunday in March and the Saturday before the last Sunday in October).

Contacts: Tel: +34 (0)922 759 200, +34 (0)902 404 704.

Getting to the city: Most tour operators arrange transport from the airport. For those that don't, there are regular buses to Santa Cruz, Los Cristianos and other towns and resorts on the island. Taxis are also available.

Car rental: Car rental companies represented at the airport include Avis, Hertz, Europcar, Cicar and Record.

Facilities: Facilities at the airport include restaurants, bars, shops, ATMs, a bank, post office, children's play area and currency exchange facilities. Disabled facilities are adequate; those with special needs are advised to contact their airline or travel agent in advance.

Parking: Short- and long-term parking is available. The first half hour or less is free.

Departure Tax: None.

Website: www.aena.es

See full guide to Tenerife Airport

Palma de Mallorca (Majorca) Airport (PMI)

Location: Mallorca’s airport is situated five miles (8km) east of Palma.

Time: GMT +1 (GMT +2 from the last Sunday in March to the Saturday before the last Sunday in October).

Contacts: Tel: +34 (0)971 789 000, +34 (0)902 404 704.

Getting to the city: Most tour operators organise transport to hotels. For those that don't, there are several buses that connect the airport to Palma and other major towns and resorts on the island. Buses leave from outside Arrivals. There are also several taxi companies operating from the airport.

Car rental: Several car hire companies are represented at the airport including Avis, Centauro, Europcar and Hertz. Before booking check if the vehicles can be picked up and dropped off at the airport, rather than at an off-site location.

Airport Taxis: Taxis are available outside the Arrivals hall. A reputable provider of metered taxi services is taxipmi.com.

Facilities: Facilities at the airport include ATMs, a bank, bureaux de change, shops, bars and restaurants, a post office and a children's play area. Disabled facilities are good; those with special needs should contact their airline in advance.

Parking: Short- and long-term parking is available. The first half hour or less is free.

Departure Tax: None.

Website: www.aena.es

See full guide to Palma de Mallorca Airport

Alicante Airport (ALC)

Location: The airport is located seven miles (11km) south of Alicante.

Time: GMT +1 (GMT +2 between the last Sunday in March and the Saturday before the last Sunday in October).

Contacts: Tel: +34 (0)966 919 000, +34 (0)902 404 704.

Getting to the city: Regular buses leave every 30 minutes for the main bus station in Alicante, and taxis are available outside Arrivals. Note that most package tour operators arrange transport.

Car rental: Car hire companies represented at the airport include Alamo, Avis, Budget, Hertz, Sol-Mar, Europcar and National. Before booking it is worth finding out if it is possible to pickup and drop off rental cars at the airport, rather than at an off-site location.

Facilities: The airport has bars, restaurants, cafes and fast food outlets, and several shops, including duty-free. ATMs and currency exchange facilities are also available. There is a VIP lounge which offers fax, photocopying and Internet capabilities for first- and business-class passengers. Disabled facilities are good; those with special needs are advised to inform their airline or travel agent in advance.

Parking: Parking is available.

Departure Tax: None.

Website: www.aena.es

See full guide to Alicante Airport

Malaga International Airport (AGP)

Location: Malaga airport is located 5 miles (8km) southwest of the city centre.

Time: GMT +1 (GMT +2 between the last Sunday in March and the Saturday before the last Sunday in October).

Contacts: Tel: +34 (0)952 048 838, +34 (0)902 404 704.

Transfer between terminals: There are two internally connected terminals adjacent to one another.

Getting to the city: Buses, trains and taxis all serve Malaga airport. A bus leaving to the city departs every half hour and there are also buses to Marbella departing every 45 minutes. Taxis outside the airport add airport carrying charges and take approximately 20 minutes to reach the city. There are trains to Malaga, Torremolinos and Fuengirola that depart every 30 minutes.

Car rental: Car rental companies represented at the airport include Avis, Europcar, Centauro and Hertz.

Facilities: Facilities at the airport include a bank, ATMs, bureaux de change, restaurants and bars, shops, a post office, the National Museum of Air Navigation and Transport and a VIP lounge.

Parking: Short- and long-term parking is available.

Departure Tax: None.

Website: www.aena.es

See full guide to Malaga Airport

Reus Airport (REU)

Location: Situated in Costa Dorada, between Constantí and Reus, approximately 4.7 miles (7.5km) from the city of Tarragona in Catalonia.

Time: GMT +1 (GMT +2 from March to October).

Contacts: Reus Airport Tourist Information +34 90 240 4704

Getting to the city: Barcelona is 75km to the north and can be reached by public and private transport. There are public buses opposite the arrivals terminal and public transport travels into Reus centre, Barcelona and various locations on the coast of the Costa Dorada, as well as to Tarragona.

Car rental: Rental companies include Avis, Europcar and Hertz.

Airport Taxis: There are taxis and mini-van taxis available outside the arrivals terminal, the official Reus Airport taxis are white with a blue stripe on the door. Airport taxis operate 24 hours a day. The taxi fare to Reus centre from the airport is €15 and the journey is about 10 minutes.

Facilities: A shop in the departures lounge sells alcohol, cigarettes, perfumes, books and a variety of foods and souvenirs. There is another near the check-in desks selling sweets and souvenirs. The café bar in the check-in area offers baguettes and snacks. There are ATMs available throughout the airport, and first aid is available in the departures terminal. Travel assistance and facilities are available for disabled passengers.

Parking: There is free parking for 444 cars next to the airport.

Departure Tax: €10

See full guide to Reus Airport

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