The flight distance from Madrid Barajas International Airport (MAD) in Madrid, Spain to Monterey Regional Airport (MRY) in Monterey, United States is 9,383 kilometers (5,830 miles / 5,067 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 12h, flying northwest at a heading of 315°.

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 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 13:51 in Madrid, it's 04:51 in Monterey. With a 9-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 1,744 feet between the two airports. Monterey Regional Airport sits lower than Madrid Barajas International Airport.

The return flight from Monterey (MRY) to Madrid (MAD) follows a heading of 42° (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 Monterey Regional Airport (MRY) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.