The flight distance from Kwailabesi Airport (KWS) in Kwailabesi, Solomon Islands to Madrid Barajas International Airport (MAD) in Madrid, Spain is 16,121 kilometers (10,017 miles / 8,705 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 20h, flying north northwest at a heading of 339°.

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 Solomon Islands with Spain. It is an intercontinental flight between Oceania and Europe. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 21:59 in Kwailabesi, it's 11:59 in Madrid. With a 10-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 1,975 feet between the two airports. Madrid Barajas International Airport sits higher than Kwailabesi Airport.

The return flight from Madrid (MAD) to Kwailabesi (KWS) follows a heading of 28° (north 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 Kwailabesi Airport (KWS) and Madrid Barajas International Airport (MAD) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.