KGS
Kos Island
Greece
2,681 km
1,666 miles
MAD
Madrid
Spain
Distance
2,681 km
1,666 mi / 1,447 nm
Est. Flight Time
4h
Medium-haul route
Time Difference
-1h
Europe/Athens
Heading
288°
west northwest

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KGS MAD
Airport Name Kos Airport Madrid Barajas International Airport
IATA Code KGS MAD
ICAO Code LGKO LEMD
City Kos Island Madrid
Country Greece Spain
Timezone Europe/Athens Europe/Madrid
Elevation 412 ft 2,001 ft
Coordinates 36.790000, 27.090000 40.490000, -3.570000

Kos Island (KGS) to Madrid (MAD) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Kos Airport (KGS) in Kos Island, Greece to Madrid Barajas International Airport (MAD) in Madrid, Spain is 2,681 kilometers (1,666 miles / 1,447 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 4h, flying west northwest at a heading of 288°.

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

Time zone information: When it's 23:02 in Kos Island, it's 22:02 in Madrid.

There is a significant elevation difference of 1,589 feet between the two airports. Madrid Barajas International Airport sits higher than Kos Airport.

The return flight from Madrid (MAD) to Kos Island (KGS) follows a heading of 89° (east). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.

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

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