The flight distance from Groote Eylandt Airport (GTE) in Groote Eylandt, Australia to Madrid Barajas International Airport (MAD) in Madrid, Spain is 15,150 kilometers (9,414 miles / 8,181 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 19h, flying northwest at a heading of 315°.

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 05:59 in Groote Eylandt, it's 21:29 in Madrid. With a 8.5-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 1,948 feet between the two airports. Madrid Barajas International Airport sits higher than Groote Eylandt Airport.

The return flight from Madrid (MAD) to Groote Eylandt (GTE) follows a heading of 64° (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 Groote Eylandt Airport (GTE) and Madrid Barajas International Airport (MAD) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.