CBQ
Calabar
Nigeria
4,124 km
2,563 miles
MAD
Madrid
Spain
Distance
4,124 km
2,563 mi / 2,227 nm
Est. Flight Time
6h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
+0h
Africa/Lagos
Heading
345°
north northwest

Airport Comparison

CBQ MAD
Airport Name Margaret Ekpo International Airport Madrid Barajas International Airport
IATA Code CBQ MAD
ICAO Code DNCA LEMD
City Calabar Madrid
Country Nigeria Spain
Timezone Africa/Lagos Europe/Madrid
Elevation 210 ft 2,001 ft
Coordinates 4.980000, 8.350000 40.490000, -3.570000

Calabar (CBQ) to Madrid (MAD) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Margaret Ekpo International Airport (CBQ) in Calabar, Nigeria to Madrid Barajas International Airport (MAD) in Madrid, Spain is 4,124 kilometers (2,563 miles / 2,227 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 6h, flying north northwest at a heading of 345°.

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 Nigeria 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 16:58 in Calabar, it's 16:58 in Madrid.

There is a significant elevation difference of 1,791 feet between the two airports. Madrid Barajas International Airport sits higher than Margaret Ekpo International Airport.

The return flight from Madrid (MAD) to Calabar (CBQ) follows a heading of 160° (south 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 Margaret Ekpo International Airport (CBQ) and Madrid Barajas International Airport (MAD) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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