ISL
Istanbul
Turkey
2,713 km
1,686 miles
MAD
Madrid
Spain
Distance
2,713 km
1,686 mi / 1,465 nm
Est. Flight Time
4h
Medium-haul route
Time Difference
-2h
Europe/Istanbul
Heading
280°
west

Airport Comparison

ISL MAD
Airport Name Ataturk International Airport Madrid Barajas International Airport
IATA Code ISL MAD
ICAO Code LTBA LEMD
City Istanbul Madrid
Country Turkey Spain
Timezone Europe/Istanbul Europe/Madrid
Elevation 163 ft 2,001 ft
Coordinates 40.980000, 28.810000 40.490000, -3.570000

Istanbul (ISL) to Madrid (MAD) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Ataturk International Airport (ISL) in Istanbul, Turkey to Madrid Barajas International Airport (MAD) in Madrid, Spain is 2,713 kilometers (1,686 miles / 1,465 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 4h, flying west at a heading of 280°.

This is a medium-haul route that may be operated by either narrow-body or wide-body aircraft depending on demand. Passengers can expect a meal service on most carriers.

This is an international route connecting Turkey with Spain. It is an intercontinental flight between Asia and Europe. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 17:14 in Istanbul, it's 15:14 in Madrid.

There is a significant elevation difference of 1,838 feet between the two airports. Madrid Barajas International Airport sits higher than Ataturk International Airport.

The return flight from Madrid (MAD) to Istanbul (ISL) follows a heading of 78° (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 Ataturk International Airport (ISL) and Madrid Barajas International Airport (MAD) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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