Airport Comparison
Asau (AAU) to Madrid (MAD) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Asau Airport (AAU) in Asau, Samoa to Madrid Barajas International Airport (MAD) in Madrid, Spain is 16,831 kilometers (10,459 miles / 9,088 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 21h, flying north northeast at a heading of 18°.
This is an ultra-long-haul route, one of the longest in aviation. It requires wide-body aircraft with extended range capability such as the Airbus A350-900ULR or Boeing 777-200LR. Passengers should prepare for an extended flight with multiple meal services.
This is an international route connecting Samoa with Spain. It is an intercontinental flight between Oceania and Europe. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.
Time zone information: When it's 10:09 in Asau, it's 22:09 in Madrid. With a 12-hour time difference, travelers should plan for significant jet lag. It typically takes one day per hour of time difference to fully adjust.
There is a significant elevation difference of 2,001 feet between the two airports. Madrid Barajas International Airport sits higher than Asau Airport.
The return flight from Madrid (MAD) to Asau (AAU) follows a heading of 337° (north northwest). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.
For more information about these airports, visit the Asau Airport (AAU) and Madrid Barajas International Airport (MAD) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.