The flight distance from Gordon Downs Airport (GDD) in Gordon Downs, Australia to Madrid Barajas International Airport (MAD) in Madrid, Spain is 14,873 kilometers (9,241 miles / 8,031 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 18h, flying northwest at a heading of 309°.

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 19:42 in Gordon Downs, it's 12:42 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 1,201 feet between the two airports. Madrid Barajas International Airport sits higher than Gordon Downs Airport.

The return flight from Madrid (MAD) to Gordon Downs (GDD) follows a heading of 76° (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 Gordon Downs Airport (GDD) and Madrid Barajas International Airport (MAD) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.