EMG
Empangeni
South Africa
8,521 km
5,295 miles
MAD
Madrid
Spain
Distance
8,521 km
5,295 mi / 4,601 nm
Est. Flight Time
11h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
-1h
Africa/Johannesburg
Heading
333°
north northwest

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EMG MAD
Airport Name Empangeni Airport Madrid Barajas International Airport
IATA Code EMG MAD
ICAO Code FAEM LEMD
City Empangeni Madrid
Country South Africa Spain
Timezone Africa/Johannesburg Europe/Madrid
Elevation 251 ft 2,001 ft
Coordinates -28.720000, 31.890000 40.490000, -3.570000

Empangeni (EMG) to Madrid (MAD) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Empangeni Airport (EMG) in Empangeni, South Africa to Madrid Barajas International Airport (MAD) in Madrid, Spain is 8,521 kilometers (5,295 miles / 4,601 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 11h, flying north northwest at a heading of 333°.

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 South Africa 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 13:55 in Empangeni, it's 12:55 in Madrid.

There is a significant elevation difference of 1,750 feet between the two airports. Madrid Barajas International Airport sits higher than Empangeni Airport.

The return flight from Madrid (MAD) to Empangeni (EMG) follows a heading of 148° (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 Empangeni Airport (EMG) and Madrid Barajas International Airport (MAD) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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