LXU
Lukulu
Zambia
6,699 km
4,162 miles
MAD
Madrid
Spain
Distance
6,699 km
4,162 mi / 3,617 nm
Est. Flight Time
9h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
-1h
Africa/Lusaka
Heading
337°
north northwest

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LXU MAD
Airport Name Lukulu Airport Madrid Barajas International Airport
IATA Code LXU MAD
ICAO Code FLLK LEMD
City Lukulu Madrid
Country Zambia Spain
Timezone Africa/Lusaka Europe/Madrid
Elevation 3,480 ft 2,001 ft
Coordinates -14.370000, 23.250000 40.490000, -3.570000

Lukulu (LXU) to Madrid (MAD) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Lukulu Airport (LXU) in Lukulu, Zambia to Madrid Barajas International Airport (MAD) in Madrid, Spain is 6,699 kilometers (4,162 miles / 3,617 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 9h, flying north northwest at a heading of 337°.

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

Time zone information: When it's 23:17 in Lukulu, it's 22:17 in Madrid.

There is a significant elevation difference of 1,479 feet between the two airports. Madrid Barajas International Airport sits lower than Lukulu Airport.

The return flight from Madrid (MAD) to Lukulu (LXU) follows a heading of 150° (south southeast). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.

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

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