MAD
Madrid
Spain
6,950 km
4,319 miles
MIC
Minneapolis
United States
Distance
6,950 km
4,319 mi / 3,753 nm
Est. Flight Time
9h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
-7h
Europe/Madrid
Heading
307°
northwest

Airport Comparison

MAD MIC
Airport Name Madrid Barajas International Airport Crystal Airport
IATA Code MAD MIC
ICAO Code LEMD KMIC
City Madrid Minneapolis
Country Spain United States
Timezone Europe/Madrid America/Chicago
Elevation 2,001 ft 869 ft
Coordinates 40.490000, -3.570000 45.060000, -93.350000

Madrid (MAD) to Minneapolis (MIC) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Madrid Barajas International Airport (MAD) in Madrid, Spain to Crystal Airport (MIC) in Minneapolis, United States is 6,950 kilometers (4,319 miles / 3,753 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 9h, flying northwest at a heading of 307°.

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 16:28 in Madrid, it's 09:28 in Minneapolis. 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 1,132 feet between the two airports. Crystal Airport sits lower than Madrid Barajas International Airport.

The return flight from Minneapolis (MIC) to Madrid (MAD) follows a heading of 59° (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 Crystal Airport (MIC) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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