Flying from Madrid Airport (MAD) to Abuja Airport (ABV): what you need to know
Madrid and Abuja are in the same timezone, UTC+1.
Your MAD to ABV flight won't wait if you're running late, so be at the airport on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead for international travel.
Travelling during a peak month like July? Major public holidays and other popular periods can mean longer lines at airport checkpoints. Be extra cautious and get there up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours before a domestic departure.
If you'd like to split up your journey, just deselect 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Madrid Airport to Abuja Airport. These are the most popular stopovers between MAD and ABV:
London Heathrow Airport
Frankfurt am Main Airport
Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Madrid Airport (MAD) to Abuja Airport (ABV)
Right now, C$449 is the lowest price we've seen for a one-way Madrid Airport to Abuja Airport flight. The best price for a return ticket is C$902. Remember that fares may change due to availability at the time of booking.
To score cheap tickets from MAD to ABV, book in advance. Airlines tend to offer lower prices when flights are first made available.
The 'Whole month' search function shows you the cheapest flights from Madrid Airport to Abuja Airport throughout the entire month. It's a great way to snap up a bargain if your travel plans aren't set in stone.
Save time searching for cheap flights from MAD to ABV by setting up a Price Alert. You'll receive an email or push notification on the app when fares go down.
Select your preferred departure and arrival times, number of stops and airlines with the filters. Alternatively, sort your results by 'Cheapest' to find the best deals on flights from Madrid Airport to Abuja Airport.
Handy information about Madrid Airport (MAD)
Of the departures from Madrid Airport, 77% arrive on time at their destination.
Madrid Airport is around 13 kilometres from central Madrid. If you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving from the centre, it'll take 20 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic.
Expect a trip time of roughly 30 minutes when using public transport.
Need a convenient hotel close to MAD? If you're catching an early flight from Madrid Airport to Abuja Airport, these stays will have you sleeping moments from your departure lounge:
Arriving at Abuja Airport (ABV)
If you're arriving on a late Madrid Airport to Abuja Airport flight, few things top the convenience of being near the terminal. Grab your suitcases from the carousel and then be resting soon after at one of these hotels near ABV:
Book a Abuja Airport rental car and see parts of the region that most travellers miss. Sixt and Fox - Rent A Car can set you up with a set of wheels for your travels through Abuja and beyond.
Reserving your vehicle from Abuja Airport around three weeks ahead increases your chances of getting a good deal.
Getting from Abuja Airport (ABV) to central Abuja
From Abuja Airport, Abuja is approximately 40 kilometres away. It takes around 45 minutes to get to the centre driving.
It takes roughly 1 hour 15 minutes if you're using public transport.
When to fly to Abuja Airport (ABV)
It's time to choose your travel dates for your flight from Madrid Airport to Abuja Airport. December is the most popular month to head to Abuja. If you want a more relaxed vibe, go in March.
The warmest month in Abuja is March, with the temperature ranging between 23ºC (73ºF) and 39ºC (102ºF). Lock in your flights from Madrid Airport to Abuja Airport in this month if this is the type of weather you enjoy.
If you like travelling in cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from MAD to ABV in January. Temperatures average between 19ºC (66ºF) and 37ºC (99ºF) then.
Explore more of Nigeria
Kano is just one of the many places in Nigeria waiting to be explored once you've taken in the sights of Abuja. Around 354 kilometres away to the north, its best attractions include DanMasanin Kano Palace, National Museum - Gidan Makama and Gidan Makama Museum.
Around 434 kilometres south-west of Abuja, Ibadan is another favourite stop in Nigeria. Experience the best of this destination with a visit to Oyo State Cultural Centre, Agodi Gardens and National Museum of Unity.
