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Flights from Nijmegen to Madrid depart on average 104 times per day, taking around 2h 38m. Cheap flight tickets for this journey start at £74 but you can travel from only £67 by coach.
There are 14 flights per day. The earliest flight runs at 05:50, the last at 22:55. The fastest flight covers the 1466 km distance in 2h 30m. March is the cheapest month to fly.
Distance 1466 km |
Average flight duration 2h 38m |
Cheapest ticket price £74 |
Flights per day 104 |
Direct flights 14 |
Fastest flight 2h 30m |
First flight 5:50 |
Last flight 22:55 |
Cheapest Month Mar |
Cheapest Day Sun |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Mon |
Least Busy Day Mon |
Best time to book 14 days |
Cheapest price on 19 Sept
£172
Average ticket price on 19 Sept
£203
Fastest journey on 19 Sept
2 h 40 m
Average journey duration on 19 Sept
3 h 35 m
Flights on 19 Sept
2
Distance
1466 km
The best way to find a cheap flight ticket from Nijmegen to Madrid is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Nijmegen to Madrid will cost around £203 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap flight tickets today for only £172.
On Sat 19 Sept, we found 2 flights from Nijmegen to Madrid, including 2 direct services.
These direct flights cover the 1466 km distance in an average of 3 h 35 m but if you time it right, some flights will get you there in just 2 h 40 m .
The slowest flights will take 4 h 30 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.




Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Nijmegen to Madrid among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £90 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 4h 38m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £90, while a train costs an average of £427.
Distance: 1466 km
| Flight | Most popular Coach | Train | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
£118 Average Price | £90 Average Price Cheapest | £427 Average Price | £402 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
4h 38m Average total duration Fastest 2h 38m Onboard + 2h 0m Additional time* | 24h 58m Average total duration 24h 28m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 29h 30m Average total duration 29h 0m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 17h 59m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Nijmegen to Madrid:
A coach is £27 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Nijmegen to Madrid costing on average £118.
A coach is £336 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Nijmegen to Madrid costing on average £427.
Other travel options to Madrid take longer:
Coach takes on average 24h 28m.
Train takes on average 29h 0m.
The table below shows live departures for Nijmegen to Madrid flights for tomorrow, Saturday 19 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated flight journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 13:20 Nijmegen | 4h30 | 17:50 Madrid | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 17:55 Nijmegen | 2h40 | 20:35 Madrid | 0 changesdirect | |
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Moderate for Western Europe. Rooms, meals and Metro fares are usually cheaper than Paris or London, but central hotels and popular dining areas raise costs.
Tipping is modest. Round up or leave 5-10% in restaurants for good service. Taxis are usually rounded up. In cafés, leaving small change is enough.
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Aeropuerto T4 -> Nuevos Ministerios
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Nijmegen to Madrid by flight. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest flight, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Madrid, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Nijmegen to Madrid flights use the Amsterdam Airport Schiphol to Madrid Barajas Airport airport pair. Use this guide to compare Nijmegen and Madrid airports on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like airport facilities and services.
Madrid Barajas Airport is 12 km from Madrid city centre. Public transport options include:
Madrid Barajas Airport has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower, Lounge and Lost and Found Office.
Free Wi-Fi available throughout the airport. ATMs are located in all terminals.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Madrid Barajas Airport: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Madrid Barajas Airport: Ramps, assistance.
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