Bailén, Andalusia
Provincia de Jaén · Andalusia · Spain · 18,785 residents
Bailén is a small town in Provincia de Jaén, Andalusia, Spain, home to around 18,785 people. The nearest airport is Granada (GRX), about 1 h 29 min by road, with direct flights from the UK.
Why go
- Best weather from April to May: daytime highs between 25°C and 27°C with little rain.
- Easy to reach: Granada (GRX) is 63 miles away with direct flights from the UK.
- Tours, tickets and activities can be booked in advance.
Top sights in Bailén
We are still mapping the sights for this town.
Tours & tickets in Bailén
Guided tours, day trips and tickets in and around Bailén can be booked in advance, priced in GBP.
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Hotels, guesthouses and apartments in Bailén are priced in GBP below, most with free cancellation.
Hire a car
The easiest way to reach Bailén and the villages around it is a hire car from Granada (GRX), about 1 h 29 min away.
Best time to visit Bailén
April to May: daytime highs between 25°C and 27°C with little rain.
- 15°CJan46 mm
- 17°CFeb75 mm
- 20°CMar101 mm
- 25°CApr10 mm
- 27°CMay40 mm
- 31°CJun26 mm
- 38°CJul0 mm
- 38°CAug1 mm
- 30°CSept23 mm
- 25°COct120 mm
- 20°CNov28 mm
- 15°CDec20 mm
Highlighted months are the sweet spot for warm, dry weather.
Full monthly table
| Month | High | Low | Rain | Sun |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | 15°C | 5°C | 46 mm | 7 h |
| Feb | 17°C | 5°C | 75 mm | 9 h |
| Mar | 20°C | 8°C | 101 mm | 9 h |
| Apr | 25°C | 11°C | 10 mm | 12 h |
| May | 27°C | 14°C | 40 mm | 12 h |
| Jun | 31°C | 18°C | 26 mm | 13 h |
| Jul | 38°C | 22°C | 0 mm | 14 h |
| Aug | 38°C | 23°C | 1 mm | 13 h |
| Sept | 30°C | 17°C | 23 mm | 11 h |
| Oct | 25°C | 14°C | 120 mm | 9 h |
| Nov | 20°C | 9°C | 28 mm | 8 h |
| Dec | 15°C | 4°C | 20 mm | 8 h |
Averages 2015–2024. Highlighted months are the sweet spot for warm, dry weather.
Getting there from the UK
By air
- Granada (GRX)63 miles, about 1 h 29 min by roaddirect flights from the UK
- Málaga (AGP)106 miles, about 2 h 30 min by roaddirect flights from the UK
- Seville (SVQ)125 miles, about 2 h 57 min by roaddirect flights from the UK
By car and ferry
Driving from Calais takes roughly 21 h 37 min without stops.
Around Bailén
Towns and villages within an hour or so.
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Questions people ask
Is Bailén worth visiting?
Bailén is a small town in Andalusia; it suits travellers who want somewhere quieter than the big resorts.
When is the best time to visit Bailén?
April to May, with daytime highs between 25°C and 27°C with little rain.
How do I get to Bailén from the UK?
Fly to Granada (GRX), which has direct flights from UK airports, then it is about 1 h 29 min by road. Málaga (AGP) is an alternative, 106 miles away. Driving from Calais takes roughly 21 h 37 min.
What is near Bailén?
Jaén (23 miles), Úbeda (23 miles), Baeza (18 miles) and Mengibar (9 miles) are all within an hour or so.