KEF
Reykjavik
Iceland
2,890 km
1,796 miles
MAD
Madrid
Spain
Distance
2,890 km
1,796 mi / 1,560 nm
Est. Flight Time
4h
Medium-haul route
Time Difference
+1h
Atlantic/Reykjavik
Heading
146°
southeast

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KEF MAD
Airport Name Keflavik International Airport Madrid Barajas International Airport
IATA Code KEF MAD
ICAO Code BIKF LEMD
City Reykjavik Madrid
Country Iceland Spain
Timezone Atlantic/Reykjavik Europe/Madrid
Elevation 171 ft 2,001 ft
Coordinates 63.980000, -22.610000 40.490000, -3.570000

Reykjavik (KEF) to Madrid (MAD) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Keflavik International Airport (KEF) in Reykjavik, Iceland to Madrid Barajas International Airport (MAD) in Madrid, Spain is 2,890 kilometers (1,796 miles / 1,560 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 4h, flying southeast at a heading of 146°.

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 Iceland with Spain. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 16:17 in Reykjavik, it's 17:17 in Madrid.

There is a significant elevation difference of 1,830 feet between the two airports. Madrid Barajas International Airport sits higher than Keflavik International Airport.

The return flight from Madrid (MAD) to Reykjavik (KEF) follows a heading of 341° (north northwest). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.

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

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