Flying from Madrid Airport (MAD) to Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Airport (NBO): what you need to know
The timezone in Nairobi is UTC+3, which is two hours ahead of Madrid.
Give yourself enough time to catch your MAD to NBO flight. As a rule of thumb, arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
You'll likely experience bigger queues during popular months such as July. Arriving up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours for domestic departures is a smart move.
If you want to break up your flight, just deselect 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Madrid Airport to Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Airport. Here are the top stopovers between MAD and NBO:
London Heathrow Airport
Amsterdam Schiphol Airport
Jeddah Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Madrid Airport (MAD) to Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Airport (NBO)
The cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Madrid Airport to Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Airport flight is R 5,019. A return plane ticket is currently R 9,176. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares could change.
Don't leave things to the last moment. You're more likely to get cheap tickets from MAD to NBO if you book early. Airlines often offer some great early bird rates.
Getting cheap flights from Madrid Airport to Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Airport is more likely if you can be flexible with your trip dates. Use the 'Whole month' search function to see the lowest fares across each month and score a great deal.
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Handy information about Madrid Airport (MAD)
Of the flights that depart from Madrid Airport, 77% arrive on time at their destination.
Central Madrid to Madrid Airport is approximately 13 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take you about 20 minutes to get there if you're catching a taxi, ride-sharing or driving.
Expect a trip time of about 30 minutes on public transport.
Taking an early flight from Madrid Airport to Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Airport? Avoid the last-minute rush to the airport (and get some extra shut-eye) by picking one of these stays near MAD:
Arriving at Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Airport (NBO)
The last thing you need is a long journey to your hotel if you're landing late on a Madrid Airport to Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Airport flight. Book one of these accommodation options near NBO instead:
Follow your own route with a Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Airport rental car. Pick up your wheels from Auto-Union, Green Motion or Hertz and experience more of Nairobi and beyond.
Booking your ride from Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Airport about three weeks ahead increases your chances of getting a good deal.
When to fly to Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Airport (NBO)
The quietest month for a flight from Madrid Airport to Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Airport is March, while August is the busiest. Choose the best time to visit Nairobi based on whether you prefer a more fast-paced or easygoing experience.
Book your flight from Madrid Airport to Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Airport for February if you want to go to Nairobi during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures of between 13ºC (55ºF) and 30ºC (86ºF).
July has average temperatures of between 12ºC (54ºF) and 24ºC (75ºF). Search for cheap tickets from MAD to NBO around that time if you want to travel in cooler conditions.
Explore more of Kenya
You've visited Nairobi, now it's time to explore more of Kenya. Journey around 434 kilometres south-east to Mombasa to tick off its top sights. From Mombasa Marine National Park to Fort Jesus and Mombasa Beach, you've got a jam-packed schedule ahead.
If there's time to check out another great destination in Kenya, head for Nakuru, about 145 kilometres north-west of Nairobi. Nakuru National Park, Lake Nakuru and Lake Nakuru View are key highlights.