Airport Comparison
| HNL | MAD | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Daniel K Inouye International Airport | Madrid Barajas International Airport |
| IATA Code | HNL | MAD |
| ICAO Code | PHNL | LEMD |
| City | Honolulu | Madrid |
| Country | United States | Spain |
| Timezone | Pacific/Honolulu | Europe/Madrid |
| Elevation | 13 ft | 2,001 ft |
| Coordinates | 21.320000, -157.920000 | 40.490000, -3.570000 |
Honolulu (HNL) to Madrid (MAD) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Daniel K Inouye International Airport (HNL) in Honolulu, United States to Madrid Barajas International Airport (MAD) in Madrid, Spain is 12,647 kilometers (7,859 miles / 6,829 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 16h, flying north northeast at a heading of 21°.
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 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 00:53 in Honolulu, it's 11:53 in Madrid. With a 11-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 1,988 feet between the two airports. Madrid Barajas International Airport sits higher than Daniel K Inouye International Airport.
The return flight from Madrid (MAD) to Honolulu (HNL) follows a heading of 334° (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 Daniel K Inouye International Airport (HNL) and Madrid Barajas International Airport (MAD) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.