KHT
Khost
Afghanistan
6,396 km
3,974 miles
MAD
Madrid
Spain
Distance
6,396 km
3,974 mi / 3,453 nm
Est. Flight Time
9h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
-3.5h
Asia/Kabul
Heading
300°
west northwest

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KHT MAD
Airport Name Khost Airport Madrid Barajas International Airport
IATA Code KHT MAD
ICAO Code OAKS LEMD
City Khost Madrid
Country Afghanistan Spain
Timezone Asia/Kabul Europe/Madrid
Elevation 3,756 ft 2,001 ft
Coordinates 33.330000, 69.950000 40.490000, -3.570000

Khost (KHT) to Madrid (MAD) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Khost Airport (KHT) in Khost, Afghanistan to Madrid Barajas International Airport (MAD) in Madrid, Spain is 6,396 kilometers (3,974 miles / 3,453 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 9h, flying west northwest at a heading of 300°.

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 Afghanistan 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 17:33 in Khost, it's 14:03 in Madrid. The 3.5-hour time difference may cause some jet lag. Most travelers adjust within a day or two.

There is a significant elevation difference of 1,755 feet between the two airports. Madrid Barajas International Airport sits lower than Khost Airport.

The return flight from Madrid (MAD) to Khost (KHT) follows a heading of 72° (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 Khost Airport (KHT) and Madrid Barajas International Airport (MAD) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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