The flight distance from Gisborne Airport (GIS) in Gisborne, New Zealand to Madrid Barajas International Airport (MAD) in Madrid, Spain is 19,772 kilometers (12,286 miles / 10,676 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 24h, flying north northeast at a heading of 33°.

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 New Zealand 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 12:55 in Gisborne, it's 00:55 in Madrid. With a 12-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 1,986 feet between the two airports. Madrid Barajas International Airport sits higher than Gisborne Airport.

The return flight from Madrid (MAD) to Gisborne (GIS) follows a heading of 326° (north 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 Gisborne Airport (GIS) and Madrid Barajas International Airport (MAD) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.