BUO
Burao
Somalia
5,921 km
3,679 miles
MAD
Madrid
Spain
Distance
5,921 km
3,679 mi / 3,197 nm
Est. Flight Time
8h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
-2h
Africa/Mogadishu
Heading
314°
northwest

Airport Comparison

BUO MAD
Airport Name Burao Airport Madrid Barajas International Airport
IATA Code BUO MAD
ICAO Code HCMV LEMD
City Burao Madrid
Country Somalia Spain
Timezone Africa/Mogadishu Europe/Madrid
Elevation 3,400 ft 2,001 ft
Coordinates 9.530000, 45.550000 40.490000, -3.570000

Burao (BUO) to Madrid (MAD) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Burao Airport (BUO) in Burao, Somalia to Madrid Barajas International Airport (MAD) in Madrid, Spain is 5,921 kilometers (3,679 miles / 3,197 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 8h, flying northwest at a heading of 314°.

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 Somalia with Spain. It is an intercontinental flight between Africa and Europe. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 19:20 in Burao, it's 17:20 in Madrid.

There is a significant elevation difference of 1,399 feet between the two airports. Madrid Barajas International Airport sits lower than Burao Airport.

The return flight from Madrid (MAD) to Burao (BUO) follows a heading of 111° (east southeast). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.

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

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