Chinchón, Madrid
Provincia de Madrid · Madrid · Spain · 5,670 residents
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Chinchón is a small town in Provincia de Madrid, Madrid, Spain, home to around 5,670 people. There are 3 notable places to see in and around town, including Chinchón and Castle of Chinchón. The nearest airport is Madrid (MAD), about 36 min by road, with direct flights from the UK.
Why go
- Sights worth the trip: Chinchón, Castle of Chinchón and Castle of Casasola.
- Best weather from April to June: daytime highs between 22°C and 28°C with little rain.
- Easy to reach: Madrid (MAD) is 25 miles away with direct flights from the UK.
- Tours, tickets and activities can be booked in advance.
Top sights in Chinchón
Ranked by how well known they are.
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Tours & tickets in Chinchón
Guided tours, day trips and tickets in and around Chinchón can be booked in advance, priced in GBP.
See tours & tickets (opens GetYourGuide in a new tab)Where to stay in Chinchón
Hotels, guesthouses and apartments in Chinchón are priced in GBP below, most with free cancellation.
Hire a car
The easiest way to reach Chinchón and the villages around it is a hire car from Madrid (MAD), about 36 min away.
Best time to visit Chinchón
April to June: daytime highs between 22°C and 28°C with little rain.
- 11°CJan57 mm
- 14°CFeb31 mm
- 17°CMar73 mm
- 22°CApr15 mm
- 24°CMay34 mm
- 28°CJun47 mm
- 34°CJul0 mm
- 35°CAug9 mm
- 26°CSept77 mm
- 22°COct129 mm
- 16°CNov32 mm
- 12°CDec24 mm
Highlighted months are the sweet spot for warm, dry weather.
Full monthly table
| Month | High | Low | Rain | Sun |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | 11°C | 3°C | 57 mm | 7 h |
| Feb | 14°C | 3°C | 31 mm | 9 h |
| Mar | 17°C | 6°C | 73 mm | 9 h |
| Apr | 22°C | 8°C | 15 mm | 12 h |
| May | 24°C | 11°C | 34 mm | 13 h |
| Jun | 28°C | 16°C | 47 mm | 12 h |
| Jul | 34°C | 20°C | 0 mm | 14 h |
| Aug | 35°C | 21°C | 9 mm | 13 h |
| Sept | 26°C | 15°C | 77 mm | 11 h |
| Oct | 22°C | 12°C | 129 mm | 8 h |
| Nov | 16°C | 8°C | 32 mm | 7 h |
| Dec | 12°C | 2°C | 24 mm | 7 h |
Averages 2015–2024. Highlighted months are the sweet spot for warm, dry weather.
Getting there from the UK
By air
- Madrid (MAD)25 miles, about 36 min by roaddirect flights from the UK
- Salamanca (SLM)123 miles, about 2 h 54 min by road
- Valladolid (VLL)132 miles, about 3 h 7 min by road
By car and ferry
Driving from Calais takes roughly 18 h 20 min without stops.
Chinchón is good for
Around Chinchón
Towns and villages within an hour or so.
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Questions people ask
Is Chinchón worth visiting?
Yes. Chinchón is known for Chinchón, Castle of Chinchón and Castle of Casasola. It works well as a base or as a day trip from the towns nearby.
When is the best time to visit Chinchón?
April to June, with daytime highs between 22°C and 28°C with little rain.
How do I get to Chinchón from the UK?
Fly to Madrid (MAD), which has direct flights from UK airports, then it is about 36 min by road. Salamanca (SLM) is an alternative, 123 miles away. Driving from Calais takes roughly 18 h 20 min.
What is near Chinchón?
Madrid (24 miles), Alcalá de Henares (24 miles), Aranjuez (12 miles) and Guadalajara (36 miles) are all within an hour or so.