The flight distance from Elcho Island Airport (ELC) in Elcho Island, Australia to Madrid Barajas International Airport (MAD) in Madrid, Spain is 14,928 kilometers (9,276 miles / 8,060 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 19h, flying northwest at a heading of 316°.

This is an ultra-long-haul route, one of the longest in aviation. It requires wide-body aircraft with extended range capability such as the Airbus A350-900ULR or Boeing 777-200LR. Passengers should prepare for an extended flight with multiple meal services.

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

Time zone information: When it's 21:59 in Elcho Island, it's 13:29 in Madrid. With a 8.5-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 1,900 feet between the two airports. Madrid Barajas International Airport sits higher than Elcho Island Airport.

The return flight from Madrid (MAD) to Elcho Island (ELC) follows a heading of 63° (east 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 Elcho Island Airport (ELC) and Madrid Barajas International Airport (MAD) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.