Flying from Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport (MAD) to Murtala Muhammed International Airport (LOS): what you need to know
Madrid and Lagos follow the same timezone, UTC+1.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are travel rules worth sticking to. Show up at the airport on time to board your MAD to LOS flight.
Be prepared for bigger queues in popular months such as July. Arriving up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours for a domestic departure will give you ample time for security and boarding.
We make it a cinch to book a flight with a stopover. To see your options for tickets from Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport to Murtala Muhammed International Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, choose a flight with a stop long enough to tour your chosen city. Worthwhile stopovers between MAD and LOS include:
London Heathrow Airport
Charles de Gaulle Airport
Frankfurt Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport (MAD) to Murtala Muhammed International Airport (LOS)
Rs83,726 is the lowest price for a one-way Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport to Murtala Muhammed International Airport flight. A return flight starts at Rs148,438. These fares can change depending on availability and demand.
It's a good idea to book early if you're looking for cheap tickets from MAD to LOS. That's because flight prices are based on demand, which tends to increase closer to the date of departure.
If you're flexible with your travel dates, try using the 'Whole month' search function. It'll find the cheapest price across the month when searching for your flight from Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport to Murtala Muhammed International Airport.
There's no need to check every day to see if fares have gone down when you set up a Price Alert. We'll update you the moment there's a better deal on cheap flights from MAD to LOS.
Secure the ideal flight for you with the help of the filters. To see the 'Cheapest,' 'Best' or 'Fastest' flights from Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport to Murtala Muhammed International Airport, use the 'Sort by' function. You can also filter by airline, arrival and departure times, and journey duration.
Handy information about Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport (MAD)
Of the departures from Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport, 78.23% land on time at their destination.
Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport is around 18 kilometres from central Madrid. If you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving from the centre, it'll take you 25 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic.
Taking public transport? Expect a trip time of around 35 minutes.
Get your travels off to a leisurely start by staying near MAD. Whether you've booked an early flight from Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport to Murtala Muhammed International Airport or just don't want to be rushed, these hotels are ideal:
Arriving at Murtala Muhammed International Airport (LOS)
The last thing you need is a lengthy trip to your hotel if you're landing late on an Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport to Murtala Muhammed International Airport flight. Reserve one of these accommodation options near LOS instead:
Get your adventure underway by picking up a Murtala Muhammed International Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Sixt, Fox - Rent A Car or Avis and explore beyond Lagos's main sights.
Lock in the lowest price by booking your vehicle from Murtala Muhammed International Airport about four weeks before your departure date.
Getting from Murtala Muhammed International Airport (LOS) to central Lagos
From Murtala Muhammed International Airport, Lagos is approximately 14 kilometres away. It takes around 30 minutes to reach the centre by car.
If you're travelling on public transport, expect a journey of about 1 hour 30 minutes.
When to fly to Murtala Muhammed International Airport (LOS)
The quietest month for a flight from Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport to Murtala Muhammed International Airport is February, while June is the busiest. Pick the best time to visit Lagos based on whether you prefer a faster pace or a more relaxed vibe.
Book your flight from Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport to Murtala Muhammed International Airport for January if you want to visit Lagos during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 23ºC and 33ºC.
If you'd rather travel in cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from MAD to LOS in August. Average temperatures are between 23ºC and 27ºC then.
Explore more of Nigeria
You've seen Lagos, now it's time to discover more of Nigeria. Travel around 113 kilometres north-east to Ibadan to tick off its leading sights. From Agodi Gardens to Mapo Hall and Bower's Tower, there's plenty to keep you on the go.
Around 434 kilometres south-east of Lagos, Port Harcourt is another favourite stop in Nigeria. Experience major highlights starting with Port Harcourt Zoo, Bori Camp Central Mosque and Garden City Amusement Park.