KWI
Kuwait City
Kuwait
4,796 km
2,980 miles
MAD
Madrid
Spain
Distance
4,796 km
2,980 mi / 2,590 nm
Est. Flight Time
7h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
-2h
Asia/Kuwait
Heading
299°
west northwest

Airport Comparison

KWI MAD
Airport Name Kuwait International Airport Madrid Barajas International Airport
IATA Code KWI MAD
ICAO Code OKKK LEMD
City Kuwait City Madrid
Country Kuwait Spain
Timezone Asia/Kuwait Europe/Madrid
Elevation 206 ft 2,001 ft
Coordinates 29.230000, 47.980000 40.490000, -3.570000

Kuwait City (KWI) to Madrid (MAD) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Kuwait International Airport (KWI) in Kuwait City, Kuwait to Madrid Barajas International Airport (MAD) in Madrid, Spain is 4,796 kilometers (2,980 miles / 2,590 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 7h, flying west northwest at a heading of 299°.

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 Kuwait 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 10:06 in Kuwait City, it's 08:06 in Madrid.

There is a significant elevation difference of 1,795 feet between the two airports. Madrid Barajas International Airport sits higher than Kuwait International Airport.

The return flight from Madrid (MAD) to Kuwait City (KWI) follows a heading of 88° (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 Kuwait International Airport (KWI) and Madrid Barajas International Airport (MAD) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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