GIF
Winter Haven
United States
7,084 km
4,402 miles
MAD
Madrid
Spain
Distance
7,084 km
4,402 mi / 3,825 nm
Est. Flight Time
9h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
+6h
America/New_York
Heading
56°
northeast

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GIF MAD
Airport Name Winter Haven Regional Airport Madrid Barajas International Airport
IATA Code GIF MAD
ICAO Code KGIF LEMD
City Winter Haven Madrid
Country United States Spain
Timezone America/New_York Europe/Madrid
Elevation 146 ft 2,001 ft
Coordinates 28.060000, -81.750000 40.490000, -3.570000

Winter Haven (GIF) to Madrid (MAD) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Winter Haven Regional Airport (GIF) in Winter Haven, United States to Madrid Barajas International Airport (MAD) in Madrid, Spain is 7,084 kilometers (4,402 miles / 3,825 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 9h, flying northeast at a heading of 56°.

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 United States with Spain. It is an intercontinental flight between North America and Europe. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 17:39 in Winter Haven, it's 23:39 in Madrid. With a 6-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 1,856 feet between the two airports. Madrid Barajas International Airport sits higher than Winter Haven Regional Airport.

The return flight from Madrid (MAD) to Winter Haven (GIF) follows a heading of 286° (west northwest). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.

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

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