Airport Comparison
| ING | MAD | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Lago Argentino Airport | Madrid Barajas International Airport |
| IATA Code | ING | MAD |
| ICAO Code | SAWA | LEMD |
| City | El Calafate | Madrid |
| Country | Argentina | Spain |
| Timezone | America/Argentina/Rio_Gallegos | Europe/Madrid |
| Elevation | 732 ft | 2,001 ft |
| Coordinates | -50.340000, -72.250000 | 40.490000, -3.570000 |
El Calafate (ING) to Madrid (MAD) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Lago Argentino Airport (ING) in El Calafate, Argentina to Madrid Barajas International Airport (MAD) in Madrid, Spain is 12,106 kilometers (7,522 miles / 6,537 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 15h, flying northeast at a heading of 48°.
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 Argentina with Spain. It is an intercontinental flight between South America and Europe. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.
Time zone information: When it's 12:41 in El Calafate, it's 16:41 in Madrid. The 4-hour time difference may cause some jet lag. Most travelers adjust within a day or two.
There is a significant elevation difference of 1,269 feet between the two airports. Madrid Barajas International Airport sits higher than Lago Argentino Airport.
The return flight from Madrid (MAD) to El Calafate (ING) follows a heading of 219° (southwest). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.
For more information about these airports, visit the Lago Argentino Airport (ING) and Madrid Barajas International Airport (MAD) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.