GSO
Greensboro
United States
6,468 km
4,019 miles
MAD
Madrid
Spain
Distance
6,468 km
4,019 mi / 3,493 nm
Est. Flight Time
9h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
+6h
America/New_York
Heading
60°
east northeast

Airport Comparison

GSO MAD
Airport Name Piedmont Triad International Airport Madrid Barajas International Airport
IATA Code GSO MAD
ICAO Code KGSO LEMD
City Greensboro Madrid
Country United States Spain
Timezone America/New_York Europe/Madrid
Elevation 926 ft 2,001 ft
Coordinates 36.100000, -79.940000 40.490000, -3.570000

Greensboro (GSO) to Madrid (MAD) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Piedmont Triad International Airport (GSO) in Greensboro, United States to Madrid Barajas International Airport (MAD) in Madrid, Spain is 6,468 kilometers (4,019 miles / 3,493 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 9h, flying east northeast at a heading of 60°.

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 08:08 in Greensboro, it's 14:08 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 1,076 feet between the two airports. Madrid Barajas International Airport sits higher than Piedmont Triad International Airport.

The return flight from Madrid (MAD) to Greensboro (GSO) follows a heading of 292° (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 Piedmont Triad International Airport (GSO) and Madrid Barajas International Airport (MAD) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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