Flying from Nairobi to Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport (MAD): what you need to know
Nairobi has two main airports where you can kick off your trip. Check out your options for booking a flight from Nairobi to Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport (MAD) leaving from Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (NBO) or Wilson Airport (WIL).
Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport is located in Madrid. The city operates in the UTC+1 timezone and is 2 hours behind Nairobi.
Get to the airport on time so you don't miss your flight from Nairobi to MAD. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid any last-minute rush.
Popular months like July or other peak seasons mean longer lines and potential delays. Stay ahead of the crowds by arriving at the airport even earlier. Aim for at least four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours before domestic departures.
Airports in Nairobi
Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (NBO)
A stopover is the perfect opportunity to take a break from travelling — and possibly even visit a new city. When browsing flights from Nairobi to MAD departing from Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (NBO), uncheck the 'Direct flights only' box to see where you can stop along the way. Here are some options to consider:
Amsterdam Airport Schiphol Airport (AMS)
Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG)
King Abdulaziz International Airport (JED)
From the centre of Nairobi, NBO is around 14 kilometres away. Check the official airport website or use navigation apps to work out the best way to get there.
Booked an early flight from Nairobi to Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport? Avoid the last-minute rush to the terminal (and get some extra shut-eye) by picking one of these stays close to Jomo Kenyatta International Airport:
Wilson Airport (WIL)
Split up your flight from Nairobi to Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport with a stop so you can freshen up or cross another place off your list. Some top stopovers between Wilson Airport and MAD are:
King Abdulaziz International Airport (JED)
Cairo International Airport (CAI)
Brussels Airport (BRU)
WIL is around 3 kilometres from central Nairobi. It'll take you 15 minutes or so to get to the airport in a car from the city centre. Public transport takes roughly 46 minutes.
Want to enjoy an extra night away before catching your flight from Nairobi to MAD? Relax in a hotel near Wilson Airport before your adventure officially starts. Consider one of these stays:
About Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport (MAD)
If you have a late flight from Nairobi to Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport, nothing beats the convenience of staying near the terminal. Grab your bags from the carousel and then be showered and snoozing not long after at one of these hotels near MAD:
Getting from Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport (MAD) to central Madrid
Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport is approximately 18 kilometres from central Madrid. With a cab or in your own car rental, the drive is around 26 minutes.
It takes around 37 minutes to get there using public transport.
How to find the cheapest flights from Nairobi to Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport (MAD)
For a one-way ticket from Nairobi to Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport, Rs63,967 is the cheapest price. You can also book a return trip starting from Rs75,325. These are currently the lowest fares but may change depending on availability.
We suggest booking as early as possible to lock in cheap tickets from Nairobi to MAD. You're more likely to land a great deal and have a wider selection of departure times and dates.
Use the 'Whole month' search function and compare the prices of tickets from Nairobi to Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport across the entire month. The lowest fares are marked in green, so you can quickly pick a flight your budget will love.
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The best time to fly from Nairobi to Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport (MAD)
July is the most popular month for flights from Nairobi to Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport. To steer clear of the crowds, travel to Madrid in April when things are quieter.
Before you book a flight from Nairobi to MAD, think about the kind of weather you enjoy. July is the warmest month in Madrid, with temperatures ranging from 17ºC to 36ºC.
January sees average temperatures of between 0ºC and 11ºC. Look for cheap flights from Nairobi to Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport sometime around then if you want to travel when it's cooler.
More about Madrid
When it comes to searching for somewhere to rest your head, you'll find the top stays in Madrid right here. Explore these hotels after locking in your flight from Nairobi to Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport:
One of the best ways to experience Madrid is to check out its most popular attractions. Highlights include El Retiro Park, Puerta del Sol and Plaza Mayor.
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