JIC
Jinchang
China
8,454 km
5,253 miles
MAD
Madrid
Spain
Distance
8,454 km
5,253 mi / 4,565 nm
Est. Flight Time
11h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
-7h
Asia/Shanghai
Heading
311°
northwest

Airport Comparison

JIC MAD
Airport Name Jinchuan Airport Madrid Barajas International Airport
IATA Code JIC MAD
ICAO Code ZLJC LEMD
City Jinchang Madrid
Country China Spain
Timezone Asia/Shanghai Europe/Madrid
Elevation 4,740 ft 2,001 ft
Coordinates 38.540000, 102.350000 40.490000, -3.570000

Jinchang (JIC) to Madrid (MAD) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Jinchuan Airport (JIC) in Jinchang, China to Madrid Barajas International Airport (MAD) in Madrid, Spain is 8,454 kilometers (5,253 miles / 4,565 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 11h, flying northwest at a heading of 311°.

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 China 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 23:45 in Jinchang, it's 16:45 in Madrid. With a 7-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 2,739 feet between the two airports. Madrid Barajas International Airport sits lower than Jinchuan Airport.

The return flight from Madrid (MAD) to Jinchang (JIC) follows a heading of 51° (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 Jinchuan Airport (JIC) and Madrid Barajas International Airport (MAD) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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