MAD
Madrid
Spain
7,304 km
4,538 miles
MEM
Memphis
United States
Distance
7,304 km
4,538 mi / 3,944 nm
Est. Flight Time
10h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
-7h
Europe/Madrid
Heading
296°
west northwest

Airport Comparison

MAD MEM
Airport Name Madrid Barajas International Airport Memphis International Airport
IATA Code MAD MEM
ICAO Code LEMD KMEM
City Madrid Memphis
Country Spain United States
Timezone Europe/Madrid America/Chicago
Elevation 2,001 ft 341 ft
Coordinates 40.490000, -3.570000 35.040000, -89.980000

Madrid (MAD) to Memphis (MEM) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Madrid Barajas International Airport (MAD) in Madrid, Spain to Memphis International Airport (MEM) in Memphis, United States is 7,304 kilometers (4,538 miles / 3,944 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 10h, flying west northwest at a heading of 296°.

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

Time zone information: When it's 16:20 in Madrid, it's 09:20 in Memphis. 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 1,660 feet between the two airports. Memphis International Airport sits lower than Madrid Barajas International Airport.

The return flight from Memphis (MEM) to Madrid (MAD) follows a heading of 56° (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 Madrid Barajas International Airport (MAD) and Memphis International Airport (MEM) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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