DNH
Dunhuang
China
7,838 km
4,870 miles
MAD
Madrid
Spain
Distance
7,838 km
4,870 mi / 4,232 nm
Est. Flight Time
10h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
-7h
Asia/Shanghai
Heading
307°
northwest

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DNH MAD
Airport Name Dunhuang Airport Madrid Barajas International Airport
IATA Code DNH MAD
ICAO Code ZLDH LEMD
City Dunhuang Madrid
Country China Spain
Timezone Asia/Shanghai Europe/Madrid
Elevation 0 ft 2,001 ft
Coordinates 40.160000, 94.810000 40.490000, -3.570000

Dunhuang (DNH) to Madrid (MAD) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Dunhuang Airport (DNH) in Dunhuang, China to Madrid Barajas International Airport (MAD) in Madrid, Spain is 7,838 kilometers (4,870 miles / 4,232 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 10h, flying northwest at a heading of 307°.

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 China 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 20:26 in Dunhuang, it's 13:26 in Madrid. With a 7-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 Dunhuang Airport.

The return flight from Madrid (MAD) to Dunhuang (DNH) follows a heading of 53° (northeast). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.

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

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