The flight distance from Sultan Ismail Petra Airport (KBR) in Kota Baharu, Malaysia to Madrid Barajas International Airport (MAD) in Madrid, Spain is 10,882 kilometers (6,762 miles / 5,876 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 14h, flying northwest at a heading of 312°.

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 Malaysia 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 16:35 in Kota Baharu, it's 09:35 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 1,985 feet between the two airports. Madrid Barajas International Airport sits higher than Sultan Ismail Petra Airport.

The return flight from Madrid (MAD) to Kota Baharu (KBR) follows a heading of 75° (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 Sultan Ismail Petra Airport (KBR) and Madrid Barajas International Airport (MAD) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.