MAD
Madrid
Spain
8,668 km
5,386 miles
MGH
Margate
South Africa
Distance
8,668 km
5,386 mi / 4,680 nm
Est. Flight Time
11h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
+1h
Europe/Madrid
Heading
151°
south southeast

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MAD MGH
Airport Name Madrid Barajas International Airport Margate Airport
IATA Code MAD MGH
ICAO Code LEMD FAMG
City Madrid Margate
Country Spain South Africa
Timezone Europe/Madrid Africa/Johannesburg
Elevation 2,001 ft 495 ft
Coordinates 40.490000, -3.570000 -30.860000, 30.340000

Madrid (MAD) to Margate (MGH) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Madrid Barajas International Airport (MAD) in Madrid, Spain to Margate Airport (MGH) in Margate, South Africa is 8,668 kilometers (5,386 miles / 4,680 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 11h, flying south southeast at a heading of 151°.

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

Time zone information: When it's 19:44 in Madrid, it's 20:44 in Margate.

There is a significant elevation difference of 1,506 feet between the two airports. Margate Airport sits lower than Madrid Barajas International Airport.

The return flight from Margate (MGH) to Madrid (MAD) follows a heading of 334° (north northwest). 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 Margate Airport (MGH) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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