ATH
Athens
Greece
2,377 km
1,477 miles
MAD
Madrid
Spain
Distance
2,377 km
1,477 mi / 1,284 nm
Est. Flight Time
4h
Medium-haul route
Time Difference
-1h
Europe/Athens
Heading
285°
west northwest

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ATH MAD
Airport Name Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport Madrid Barajas International Airport
IATA Code ATH MAD
ICAO Code LGAV LEMD
City Athens Madrid
Country Greece Spain
Timezone Europe/Athens Europe/Madrid
Elevation 308 ft 2,001 ft
Coordinates 37.940000, 23.940000 40.490000, -3.570000

Athens (ATH) to Madrid (MAD) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport (ATH) in Athens, Greece to Madrid Barajas International Airport (MAD) in Madrid, Spain is 2,377 kilometers (1,477 miles / 1,284 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 4h, flying west northwest at a heading of 285°.

This is a medium-haul route that may be operated by either narrow-body or wide-body aircraft depending on demand. Passengers can expect a meal service on most carriers.

This is an international route connecting Greece with Spain. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 09:03 in Athens, it's 08:03 in Madrid.

There is a significant elevation difference of 1,693 feet between the two airports. Madrid Barajas International Airport sits higher than Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport.

The return flight from Madrid (MAD) to Athens (ATH) follows a heading of 88° (east). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.

For more information about these airports, visit the Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport (ATH) and Madrid Barajas International Airport (MAD) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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