The flight distance from Lincang Airport (LNJ) in Lincang, China to Madrid Barajas International Airport (MAD) in Madrid, Spain is 9,384 kilometers (5,831 miles / 5,067 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 12h, flying northwest at a heading of 312°.

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 China 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 20:08 in Lincang, it's 13:08 in Madrid. With a 7-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 4,126 feet between the two airports. Madrid Barajas International Airport sits lower than Lincang Airport. Travelers arriving at the higher-elevation airport should be aware of potential altitude effects.

The return flight from Madrid (MAD) to Lincang (LNJ) follows a heading of 63° (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 Lincang Airport (LNJ) and Madrid Barajas International Airport (MAD) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.