BGW
Baghdad
Iraq
4,274 km
2,656 miles
MAD
Madrid
Spain
Distance
4,274 km
2,656 mi / 2,308 nm
Est. Flight Time
6h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
-2h
Asia/Baghdad
Heading
295°
west northwest

Airport Comparison

BGW MAD
Airport Name Baghdad International Airport Madrid Barajas International Airport
IATA Code BGW MAD
ICAO Code ORBI LEMD
City Baghdad Madrid
Country Iraq Spain
Timezone Asia/Baghdad Europe/Madrid
Elevation 114 ft 2,001 ft
Coordinates 33.260000, 44.230000 40.490000, -3.570000

Baghdad (BGW) to Madrid (MAD) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Baghdad International Airport (BGW) in Baghdad, Iraq to Madrid Barajas International Airport (MAD) in Madrid, Spain is 4,274 kilometers (2,656 miles / 2,308 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 6h, flying west northwest at a heading of 295°.

This is a long-haul route typically operated by wide-body aircraft such as the Boeing 777 or Airbus A350. Full meal service, in-flight entertainment, and comfort amenities are standard.

This is an international route connecting Iraq with Spain. It is an intercontinental flight between Asia and Europe. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 23:43 in Baghdad, it's 21:43 in Madrid.

There is a significant elevation difference of 1,887 feet between the two airports. Madrid Barajas International Airport sits higher than Baghdad International Airport.

The return flight from Madrid (MAD) to Baghdad (BGW) follows a heading of 85° (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 Baghdad International Airport (BGW) and Madrid Barajas International Airport (MAD) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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