JNB
Johannesburg
South Africa
8,105 km
5,036 miles
MAD
Madrid
Spain
Distance
8,105 km
5,036 mi / 4,376 nm
Est. Flight Time
11h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
-1h
Africa/Johannesburg
Heading
335°
north northwest

Airport Comparison

JNB MAD
Airport Name O. R. Tambo International Airport Madrid Barajas International Airport
IATA Code JNB MAD
ICAO Code FAOR LEMD
City Johannesburg Madrid
Country South Africa Spain
Timezone Africa/Johannesburg Europe/Madrid
Elevation 5,558 ft 2,001 ft
Coordinates -26.130000, 28.240000 40.490000, -3.570000

Johannesburg (JNB) to Madrid (MAD) Flight Distance

The flight distance from O. R. Tambo International Airport (JNB) in Johannesburg, South Africa to Madrid Barajas International Airport (MAD) in Madrid, Spain is 8,105 kilometers (5,036 miles / 4,376 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 11h, flying north northwest at a heading of 335°.

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 South Africa with Spain. It is an intercontinental flight between Africa and Europe. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 07:46 in Johannesburg, it's 06:46 in Madrid.

There is a significant elevation difference of 3,557 feet between the two airports. Madrid Barajas International Airport sits lower than O. R. Tambo International Airport. Travelers arriving at the higher-elevation airport should be aware of potential altitude effects.

The return flight from Madrid (MAD) to Johannesburg (JNB) follows a heading of 150° (south southeast). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.

For more information about these airports, visit the O. R. Tambo International Airport (JNB) and Madrid Barajas International Airport (MAD) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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